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Dubbed as "Surf City USA," Huntington Beach in Orange County, California is world-famous for its miles of sandy beaches, mediterranean climate, and excellent surfing spots. Huntington Beach is perfect for the sun-loving tourist who wants to experience the California lifestyle: laid back, relaxing, and cool.

Downtown Huntington Beach, located on Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway, features the International Surfing Museum, art center, and vibrant and exciting shopping district. The famous Huntington Beach Pier also features Ruby's diner at the end of the pier. Here, you will find many locals people-watching on the pier as well as trying to pass some time by fishing.

Huntington Beach also hosts many events in the summer, specifically the US Open of Surfing & Beach Games, AVP beach volleyball tour, SoCal Independent Film Festival, etc.

Huntington Beach is featured in several television shows and songs, including TruTV's Ocean Force: Huntington Beach, Ashley Simpson's music video for LaLa, and Beach Boys' song Surfin' Safari.

Be sure to stop by the nearby local shopping mecca of Southern California: South Coast Plaza.