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Step beyond the overpriced lattes and luxury boutiques to uncover the bizarre, gritty, and revolutionary history of Venice, California. This immersive audio journey explores how a millionaire's spectacular failure to create a high-culture Italian utopia accidentally birthed America's most vibrant counterculture haven. From the murky remnants of man-made canals to the concrete bowls of Dogtown, discover the outcasts, bodybuilders, beatniks, and skaters who turned a neglected 'Slum by the Sea' into a global cultural epicenter.
- A 2.2 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 69 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Pop Culture & Media Landscapes and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Los Angeles's main station, take local public transport toward Venice Canals Walkway. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Venice Canals Walkway, Los Angeles, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Former Venice Cafe Site, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Los Angeles's main station. The departure point is Former Venice Cafe Site, Los Angeles, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel. Tour Stops
Itinerary
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1Venice Canal Historic District
The surviving remnant of Abbot Kinney's original 1905 vision to recreate Venice, Italy, in Southern California.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Muscle Beach Venice Gym
The global mecca for bodybuilding in the 1970s, representing a massive shift towards extreme physical culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Venice Skatepark
The spiritual successor to the Dogtown era, where the 1970s Z-Boys revolutionized skateboarding.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The epicenter of the Beat Generation in Southern California during the late 1950s.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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