
We can’t wait for you to explore Laguna Beach with us!
We’ve listed some of our favorite restaurants, cafes, hikes, and activities below! Don’t hesitate to reach out for more!
Laguna Beach is known for its coves, beaches, waterfront restaurants, shops downtown, and many art galleries.
The Montage is located south of downtown Laguna (about a 6-8 min drive).
Saturday Farmers Market (521 Forest Ave) - start your Sat downtown at the local Farmers Market 8am - 12pm
Coffee & Breakfast - Laguna Coffee Co., Wild Strawberry Cafe (coffee and light breakfast), Jedidiah Coffee (coffee with cute patio space off PCH),
AHBA - our favorite spot! located in South Laguna, open for breakfast, lunch, & dinner… 10/10 burger, great cocktails & wine, perfect patio
Kitchen in the Canyon - order at the counter, casual breakfast/brunch
Zinc Cafe and Market - coffee, breakfast, cute cafe downtown
Urth - classic southern CA cafe and restaurant
EAT & DRINK
Nick’s Laguna Beach - iconic Laguna establishment, post-beach drinks or lunch
Starfish Laguna Beach - Asian fusion right across from Montage
Larsen @ Hotel Laguna - great bar, brunch or dinner option, patio seating overlooking the ocean
The Deck - beachside drinks and seafood
Selanne Steak Tavern - upscale steakhouse
Marine Room Tavern - cocktail bar, live music
Southswell - soft serve ice cream
The Taco Stand - a mini-chain from San Diego that does Tijuana-style tacos
Beaches - If you’re at the Montage, there’s a great beach and hidden cove in front of the hotel (GOFF COVE). If you’re staying closer to Dana Point or South Laguna, THOUSANDS STEPS BEACH. If you’re staying downtown, WOOD’S COVE or SHAW’S COVE.
Heisler Park Walk - oceanfront park with walking trails, gardens, tide pools, picnic tables, lawn bowling greens
Sawdust Art Festival - small, local-vendor art festival - a core-Laguna activity
Shop Downtown - The Shop, Twig, Forest Ave, Attu, Laguna Exchange, Soulshine Vintage,
EXPLORE
Hike - Reef Point & Crystal Cove (along the water), Valido Trail (great for coastal views), El Moro Canyon Short Loop
Golf - 9 holes @ The Ranch across from Montage or 18 holes @ Pelican Hill or Monarch Beach Golf Links (these two are further away, be mindful of traffic pls :)
Paddleboard / Surf - Sunset Stand Up Paddle , La Vida Laguna
Laguna Art Museum - all the art on display comes straight from California talent
Workout - Haus of Wellness (lagree studio) or Vessel (cycling + sauna/cold plunge)