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San Pedro (/ s æ n ˈ p iː d r oʊ / san PEE-droh; Spanish: "St. Peter") is a neighborhood located within the South Bay and Harbor region of the City of Los Angeles, California, United States. Formerly a separate city, it consolidated with Los Angeles in 1909.
Located on the southern end of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, San Pedro is one of the most historic and picturesque regions in Los Angeles. San Pedro is a unique blend of small-town charm, superb cultural attractions, eclectic shopping, America’s Port® and a world class cruise center.
San Pedro is located just 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles and is home to North America's largest port at the LA Waterfront. This growing seaside town has nationally recognized landmarks, a thriving arts scene, and ocean-based adventures. There's no place like San Pedro. Download Map. Events. Looking for something fun to do?
Dec 4, 2023 · Anchored at the southern end of the 110 Freeway, just 25 minutes from downtown L.A., San Pedro (pronounced “San Pee-dro” by those in the know) is an old Navy town once inhabited...
- Michelle Woo
- West Coast Experiences Editor
- michelle.woo@latimes.com
- 600 N Harbor Blvd, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA
- (310) 732-3508
- Visit the Point Fermin Lighthouse Historic Site and Museum. The Point Fermin Light House was built in 1874. Its stick-style Victorian architecture is apparent in its gabled roofs, horizontal siding, decorative cross beams, and hand-carved porch railings.
- Appreciate the Korean Friendship Bell. The Korean Bell of Friendship in San Pedro was a gift to Los Angeles from the people of the Republic of Korea for the U.S. bicentennial in 1976.
- Learn About Coastal Defense at the Fort MacArthur Museum. Fort MacArthur in San Pedro was a U.S. Army post that guarded the Los Angeles Harbor from 1914 to 1974.
- Peruse Artists' Studios at Angels Gate Cultural Center. Angels Gate Art is a re-purposed military barracks home to a village of artist studios and public galleries.
Located just 20 miles south of Downtown Los Angeles, San Pedro is home to miles of Southern California coastline where you can swim, windsurf, and sail. Cabrillo Beach and Royal Palms are some of San Pedro's favorite beaches.
Located at the southern end of the Palos Verdes Peninsula at the end of Los Angeles, San Pedro Bay was first used by Spanish ships starting in the 1540s. The peninsula, including all of San Pedro, was also the homeland of the Tongva-Gabrieleño Native American people for thousands of years.
