Laguna Beach or Venice Beach?

[Torontogal]

If you had to pick Laguna or Venice - what would it be?
They both sound very similiar - ideas?

 

[kitsch]

I've been to both and the only similarity I find is both are beaches. Other than that, they are quite different. Venice is filled with freaks and wierdo (especially on weekends). It's a fun place to walk around and people watch. They shops are more of the 3 T shirts for $10 type and a few knock off stalls. Here's a short film of Venice
http://www.turnhere.com/city/los_angeles/santa_monica_venice/films/87.aspx

Laguna is also nice, but the vibe is completely different. The area much more upscale--this can be seen by the shops/restaurants along Main St. They people are also more conservative--it's still Orange County after all

Hope this helps you decide.

 

[lisalisaq]

Laguna is much more kid friendly and nice.

 

[princesscj]

Go to Laguna!!

 

[Dizneyholic]

We were in Laguna Sunday for the Festival of the Arts and the Pageant of the Masters. I prefer Laguna over Venice hands down!! I also highly recommend the Pageant of the Master to anyone who hasn't see it!! Good stuff!

 

[grumpyvet]

Venice beach is not for the conservative!!! We went there before the DD was born and had quite a hoot at watching the guys ar Muscle Beach and people watching, but more of an adult/teenager venue than one for the family. Not what I would consider wholesome...interesting, but you feel a bit like you want to shower once you've walked amongst the masses!!
So, Laguna!

 

[woody73]

Laguna, unless you want to hang out with the homeless.

Woody