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Home › U.S.A. · March 21, 2017 · 2 min read

Torrance, California – A Hidden Treasure Revealed

Torrance is a hidden gem of rich local experiences awaiting discovery; from the sun-kissed, uncrowded local beach to the best in the craft beer scene, Torrance shines bright as Southern California’s new “it” destination.

Alive with an exhilarating energy and easy-going spirit, Torrance is a colorful and refreshing stop along the road less traveled. Well-crafted and completely captivating, this hidden-gem-of-a-beach-town welcomes you with open arms, a playful heart, and a whole lot of soul. If that isn’t enough to entice you to stay awhile, be prepared to discover culinary adventures and mind-blowing craft breweries that are as authentic as the locals.

Calling Craft Brew Enthusiasts

What’s pouring in Torrance is something unique. With its reputation for innovation and out-of-the-bottle thinking, Torrance is revolutionizing the Los Angeles craft beer scene. Brew masters are drawn to Torrance for its unique natural resources, friendly residents, and supportive community. You can feel that energy when you visit each brewery, so it’s no wonder Torrance is home to a booming craft beer industry.

Foodies in Paradise

Full of surprises and local flavor of the culinary kind, Torrance is full of restaurants and diverse eateries known for their unique combination of refined ingenuity and down-to-earth approachability using the best in local ingredients. You’ll be asking yourself “What’s next?” as you taste your way through Torrance’s rich food scene featuring some of the best ramen in LA and to-die-for baked goods.

Not Just Another Southern California Beach. Uncrowded. Pristine. Friendly. Torrance offers a quieter beach lesser known to many travelers. A locals’ paradise, this 1.5 mile stretch of California dream surf and sand is the perfect place to soak up the sun, enjoy a picnic, and take a leisurely stroll or bike pedal your way up and down “The Strand,” Southern California’s 22-mile coastal bike path. It might even boast a secret surf spot known only to locals…

So, Are You In?

Torrance is a story of a city with breweries hidden in industrial parks, a sun-kissed local beach, unbelievable food behind unassuming doors, some of the best shopping in the state, a famous recording studio, multiple museums, and thirty parks, all surrounded by a group of people so proud and unique, yet so humble.

After exploring all day, it’s nice to know you can rest your head on a comfy pillow in one of 14 hotel properties in Torrance. With an assortment of lodging options and styles, it’s easy to create your ideal vacation while keeping your wants and needs in mind. Discovering Torrance is an unforgettable experience you’ll savor, and want to rediscover over and over again. You’ll leave saying “I discovered this great place in Torrance…”torrance-california-1

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