More About Huntington Beach, California
The International Surfing Museum celebrates the sport in the city mentioned in the lyrics of the Beach Boys' song "Surfin' Safari," and the most proficient local surfers congregate near the Huntington Beach Pier to practice it. A surfing competition is held here annually.
Every December, residents along Huntington Beach waterways put on a holiday light display of Hollywood proportions, and everyone else in the area turns out in boats to see it. Public boat tours benefiting local music programs let even landlubbers get a look.
Japanese-style Tuna Town is one of the city's trendiest restaurants. The Hilton's Palm Court serves contemporary cuisine on an ocean-view patio, and is popular for Sunday brunch. Duke's, at the foot of the Huntington Beach Pier is a popular surfer's hangout, serving Hawaiian-inspired cuisine. Other local favorites include Chimayo at the Beach and posh, pan-Asian Red Pearl.
Top-Rated Hotels include the Hyatt Regency, Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort and Hotel Huntington Beach. Moderately-priced options include the Best Western's Regency and Huntington Beach Inns, and Extended Stay America.
Newspapers are Huntington Beach News, Huntington Beach Independent
Huntington Beach Sports teams are ,
Oilers, Marina High School Vikings
Local Schools are Golden West College, Southern States University
