Belmont Shore
Shops · Long Beach, CA
About
The scent of salt air mixes with the buzz of shoppers along Second Street, Belmont Shore's main drag. This super strip of shopping packs more boutiques, bookstores, and galleries than many larger city sections. You'll find 2nd Street Beauty, Rainbows Fine Jewelry, Fingerprints, Color Me Mine, and Buffalo Exchange among its offerings. It's a mixed gay-straight scene, dog friendly, and great for finding clothing, books, music, gifts, and gay paraphernalia. Hours vary, so check before you go. If you're after second-hand finds, Buffalo Exchange is a local go-to.
Weekday mornings are quieter if you prefer a relaxed browse. Regulars know to park on side streets or near Ocean Avenue. For more queer shopping, nearby Out of the Closet in Long Beach is worth a stop.
Located in the Belmont Shores neighborhood, this strip runs along Second Street near Ocean Avenue.
Features
- ✓Dog friendly shopping strip
- ✓Find clothing, books, and music
- ✓Mixed gay-straight crowd
- ✓Second-hand finds at Buffalo Exchange
- ✓Boutiques and galleries included
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 58 reviews. 30 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“LUNA, Shine Your Light on Us”
Looking for gorgeous items? Luna, plus Z Fabrique in the back, says it all!
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Unique”
I love it, there are many shops to browse through.
A guest · Over a year ago
“No beach in Long beach”
There's no good reason to plan a beach trip in Long Beach. Having lived here for years, I can say that swimming in the water here will give you a second head or worse. You're better off at the bars on the main street and going to the beach down south.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of shops are in Belmont Shore? +
Belmont Shore features clothing and accessories, a bookstore, music store, gift shops, gay paraphernalia, and second-hand stores.
Is Belmont Shore dog friendly? +
Yes, the area is dog friendly.
What are the hours for Belmont Shore? +
Hours vary by store and are unconfirmed. We recommend checking individual shop hours in advance.
Where can I park when visiting Belmont Shore? +
Park on side streets or near Ocean Avenue for easiest access to Second Street.
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