Venice is a neighborhood located in the western part of Los Angeles, California, situated between Santa Monica and Marina del Rey. It is known for its vibrant and eclectic atmosphere, with a mix of bohemian artists, tech entrepreneurs, and beachgoers. Venice Beach, a popular tourist destination, features a long boardwalk with street performers, vendors, and artists, as well as basketball courts and skate parks. Abbot Kinney Boulevard, a street in the heart of Venice, is known for its trendy shops, restaurants, and cafes. Venice is also home to the Venice Canals, a picturesque network of narrow waterways lined with homes and footbridges.

Built by tobacco magnate Abbot Kinney and hailed as “Venice of America,” Venice is known for its beaches and ocean-front Boardwalk—a two-and-a-half-mile pedestrian-only promenade that features performers, mystics, artists and vendors.