Rent a colorful cruiser bike right on the beach in venice then head down the strand bike trail with friends or family explore beach towns such as manhattan beach and hermosa beach or head north to santa monica and its iconic pier and amusement park the level 22 mile long strand runs along the ocean and affords gorgeous views of the pacific as well as the lively culture of the boardwalk keep your bike rental for up to 24 hours locks baskets lights and helmets for the kids are all include