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Hermosa Beach Music History Walking Tour 75 min

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  • Los Angeles
  • 1 hr 15 min
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Follow Hermosa Beach’s jazz, surf, and punk history on a guided walk with Joe Nolte, plus app-based audio and visuals.

About this tour

Jazz, surf, and punk have shaped Hermosa Beach for more than 75 years. On this 75-minute Hermosa Beach music history walking tour, follow the sounds and stories that helped turn a small beach town into a music mecca.

Walk with Joe Nolte, known as the “Godfather of South-Bay Punk,” and discover how music connects generations while revealing the wider history of Hermosa. Along the way, hear untold stories, spot hidden gems, and gain a fresh appreciation for what makes this coastal community distinctive. The experience pairs an in-person guide with audio and visuals from a free app on your smartphone; portable speakers or headsets are provided. Bring your own headphones or earbuds if you prefer.

Meet on the patio at Waterman’s Restaurant near the pier. After the walk, join the guide at a restaurant on the pier for one complimentary nonalcoholic drink with any menu item. Ask about flexible start times if the listed schedule does not suit you. Come ready to listen closely and see Hermosa Beach through its music.

Highlights

  • Trace Hermosa Beach’s jazz, surf, and punk music history
  • Hear stories from Joe Nolte, the “Godfather of South-Bay Punk”
  • Explore hidden gems with an in-person guide and app-based audio and visuals
  • Enjoy a complimentary nonalcoholic drink with any menu item after the walk

What's included

Included

  • Portable speakers or headsets
  • One speaker per group tour
  • One complimentary nonalcoholic drink with any menu item at a restaurant on the pier after the walk

Not included

  • Smartphone and headphones or earbuds

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Important information

  • Meet on the patio at Waterman’s Restaurant, 22 Pier Ave, near the base of the pier on the south side, next to The Lighthouse Cafe
  • Pier Avenue by the pier is a pedestrian plaza closed to cars
  • Start times may be flexible; message the guide to ask about other options
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options and all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Download the free app to access the audio and visual experience

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The walking tour lasts 75 minutes.

What is the tour about?

Explore Hermosa’s history through its jazz, surf, and punk music scenes, with stories from guide Joe Nolte.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet on the patio at Waterman’s Restaurant, 22 Pier Ave, near the base of the pier on the south side, next to The Lighthouse Cafe.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour is wheelchair accessible, including its areas and surfaces.

What should I bring?

Bring a smartphone and headphones or earbuds, and download the free app for the audio and visual experience.

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