Venice Beach Boardwalk
Venice Beach Boardwalk brings the Olympics to one of the world's most iconic beachside destinations. The legendary Ocean Front Walk, famous for its street performers, Muscle Beach, and eclectic culture, will serve as the dramatic starting point for the marathon, road cycling, and triathlon events. Athletes will begin their races against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and Venice's colorful murals before heading through the streets of Los Angeles. Free public viewing areas along the boardwalk will create a festival atmosphere as fans cheer the start of these endurance events.
Sports Hosted
Getting There
Address
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
33.985, -118.4695
Public Transit
Take Metro E Line to Downtown Santa Monica, then transfer to Big Blue Bus Line 1 south to Venice. Metro Rapid 733 runs along Venice Blvd.
Driving
From I-10, exit at Lincoln Blvd and head south, then west on Venice Blvd. From I-405, exit at Venice Blvd and head west. Parking is extremely limited.
Parking
Very limited. Public lots on Pacific Ave fill early. Street parking with time limits. During Olympics, expect major restrictions—use public transit.
Rideshare
Drop-off areas on Pacific Ave and Main St. Expect congestion and longer waits during events.
Accessibility
The boardwalk is generally accessible but can be crowded. Beach wheelchair rentals available. Accessible public restrooms at various points along the boardwalk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about visiting Venice Beach Boardwalk during LA 2028.
Nearby Venues
Venue Info
- Zone
- Venice Zone
- Capacity
- Public viewing areas
- Sports Count
- 3 sports
Data Sources
- •LA28 schedule PDF v1