AMC Theaters Pine Square : Sixteen state-of-the-art auditoriums, the latest customer conveniences and uncompromising film presentations provide an exciting movie-going experience. The second largest movie complex in southern California, within walking distance of the hotel. - 245 South Pine Avenue #100, Long Beach, California 90802; (562) 435-1335.
Catalina Island : Travel for a day or a weekend. A jewel-like island just 26 miles off California's coast with buffaloes, golf, horseback riding, bicycling, rafting, snorkeling, diving, jetskiing and restaurants. Boats depart daily from downtown Long Beach. Destination Catalina; 330-0033.
Disneyland® : More than 55 attractions in 8 themed "lands"; entertainment, specialty shops and restaurants, where southern California magic begins. Open daily Monday through Friday, 10AM - 6PM; Saturday through Sunday, in summer 9AM - 12AM. 1313 Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, California 92803; (714) 999-4565.
Knott's Berry Farm® : America's first themed amusement park, boasts 150 acres of rides, live shows and attractions in 6 themed areas including the Old West Ghost town, Camp Snoopy, Home of the Peanuts Gang, plus specialty shops, foods from around the world and hands-on educational exhibits. - 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, California 90620; (714) 220-5200.
Long Beach Museum of Art : Housed in a 1892 mansion overlooking the ocean. Features a permanent collection and changing exhibits of contemporary and video art. Sculpture garden, cafe and museum store. Open Wednesday through Saturday, 10AM - 5PM; Sunday until 8PM. - 2300 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, California 90803; (562) 439-2119.
Long Beach Plaza and Pine Avenue/Shopping : Located in the heart of downtown, the plaza features 140 shops, services and restaurants. Pine Avenue features "Crate-n-Barrel" and "Z Gallerie" among other shops. Within walking distance of the hotel and the Convention Center. Free parking. - 451 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach, California 90802; (562) 435-8686.
Queen Mary : Featuring shops specializing in everything from clown figurines, coats-of-arms and crystal gifts, aboard the historic Queen Mary. - 126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, California 90802; (562) 425-3511.
Shoreline Village/Shopping : Waterfront center featuring 30 shops, restaurants and cafés and daily harbor cruises. Enjoy street entertainers and live music almost every weekend. Open 10AM - 9PM daily; until 10PM during summer and holidays. - 407 Shoerline Village Drive, Long Beach, California 90802; (562) 590-8427.
South Coast Plaza/Shopping : Minutes from the hotel is one of southern California's premier shopping-dining experiences; 260 stores represent the highest concentration of "name" retail to be found anywhere. Open weekdays until 9PM. Shuttle service between Hyatt Regency Long Beach and South Coast Plaza. 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, California 92626; (714) 435-2000.
Universal Studios®/Universal Citywalk : Back to the Future "The Ride", Jurassic Park, Backdraft, E.T. Adventure, hundreds of movie set locations are part of a behind-the-scenes tour of Hollywood filmmaking. Citywalk features shops, restaurants, 18-screen theater and street performers. - Universal Center, Universal City, California 91608; (818) 508-9600.