Discover how this tiny beach town became a mecca for trailblazing music for more than 75 years. Walk with Joe Nolte, “The Godfather of South-Bay Punk” on a musical journey through time.
Music is the thread that connects one generation to the next, but this thoughtful and intimate story is about more than music. It’s about the history of Hermosa.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor, or you’ve lived in Hermosa your whole life, you’ll discover hidden gems, hear untold stories, and better appreciate what truly makes Hermosa, Hermosa.
This unique walking tour combines an immersive audio and visual experience from a free app you download onto your phone as well as an in-per...
Highlights
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Portable high end Speakers or headsets
1 Speaker per group tour
Tour takers can join me after our walk at a Restaurant on the Pier, will offer you 1 complimentary drink (non alcoholic) with any item on the menu!
Smart phone and headphones or earbuds
Meeting Points
Departure
Watermans
Meet on the patio at Waterman's Restaurant (22 Pier Ave). Pier Ave by the pier is actually now a plaza, blocked off to cars. It's near the base of the pier on the south side, next to The Lighthouse Cafe.
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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We'll take a walk out onto the pier and learn about Hermosa's early history and people, from the local Native American Tongva tribe, to the area's settlers. You'll see a photo taken 100 years ago and stand in the exact spot it was taken. Listen to a 94 year old surfer, Tommy Rice describe what it was like to be a surfing pioneer and sleep under the pier where you stand. Then you'll hear about how swing music came to Hermosa and changed this town forever.
10 minutes
2
The Lighthouse Cafe
You'll hear the story of how a struggling musician and a down on his luck gambler transformed a dive bar in 1949 into one of THE most happening jazz clubs west of Chicago. Hear the stories from the people who were here in the 50's. From Miles Davis, Chet Baker, Dizzy Gillespie, all the greats played The Lighthouse.
10 minutes
3
Abigaile Restaurant and Brewery
Visit the location that was "The Church", where hardcore punk rock was born in the late 70's. You'll hear from voices like Keith Morris from Black Flag who lived and practiced there and Jim Lindberg from Pennywise. See photos of the punk scene from photographer, "Spot'.
10 minutes
Hermosa Beach Guided Audio Walking Tour
Hermosa Beach
About
JAZZ! SURF! PUNK!
Discover how this tiny beach town became a mecca for trailblazing music for more than 75 years. Walk with Joe Nolte, “The Godfather of South-Bay Punk” on a musical journey through time.
Music is the thread that connects one generation to the next, but this thoughtful and intimate story is about more than music. It’s about the history of Hermosa.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor, or you’ve lived in Hermosa your whole life, you’ll discover hidden gems, hear untold stories, and better appreciate what truly makes Hermosa, Hermosa.
This unique walking tour combines an immersive audio and visual experience from a free app you download onto your phone as well as an in-per...
Highlights
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Portable high end Speakers or headsets
1 Speaker per group tour
Tour takers can join me after our walk at a Restaurant on the Pier, will offer you 1 complimentary drink (non alcoholic) with any item on the menu!
Smart phone and headphones or earbuds
Meeting Points
Departure
Watermans
Meet on the patio at Waterman's Restaurant (22 Pier Ave). Pier Ave by the pier is actually now a plaza, blocked off to cars. It's near the base of the pier on the south side, next to The Lighthouse Cafe.