Welcome to Palos Verdes
Rolling hills and dramatic coastlines at the shores of the Pacific Ocean
The Palos Verdes Peninsula, California, features beautiful hills and unique coastlines.
The Pacific Ocean borders its western and southern edges, making for truly stunning views and
ever-changing sunsets. You will find mostly single-family homes and estates, with some condominiums as well.
Palos Verdes includes the four cities, each with their own character: Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, and Rolling Hills Estates. Nature reserves like the beautiful Filiorum Reserve and Portuguese Bend Reserve let residents experience the outdoors in its most authentic beauty. Hikers love the trails and golfers enjoy incredible courses. In addition, there are parks throughout the area which provide a space for a variety of activities.
What to Love
- Picturesque landscapes
- Hiking, biking, and equestrian trails
- Excellent golfing
- Spectacular ocean views
- Excellent schools with many choices of activities for children and youth
Lifestyle - Dining, Entertainment & Shopping,
Residents of this mainly suburban area live the relaxed SoCal lifestyle and frequently enjoy hiking, biking, or getting in a round of golf. It is a peaceful escape from the fast pace of downtown Los Angeles. Stunning parks offer some excellent horseback riding trials. Those who like to spend a lot of time outdoors will feel at home here. Enjoy an active lifestyle and excellent schools with a great variety of activities for fun, growing, and learning. Discover theater, shopping, fine dining, entertainment, and world class resorts.
Among the gorgeous rolling hills of Palos Verdes are many excellent restaurants. Avenue Italy features a range of Italian fare, live music on Tuesdays, and a piano night on Thursdays. Swan Thai RPV features both indoor and outdoor dining. It’s an excellent option for those who want to enjoy that warm southern California weather to the fullest. Terranea Resort and Trump National Golf Club offer several wonderful restaurants, from casual to fine dining, and ample buffets.
In Palos Verdes Estates, Salsa Verdes offers Mexican food made with love and recipes they have handcrafted and passed down over generations. Here, you can also eat inside or outside on their heated patio. The Original Red Onion, a classic Mexican Restaurant in Rolling Hills Estates, was established in 1963 and features an array of food in a picturesque setting.
Things to Do
Abalone Cove Shoreline Park in Rancho Palos Verdes is a nature preserve with beautiful places to explore and stunning views to discover. Once a landfill, the South Coast Botanical Gardens, offers a beautiful place to relax and explore. Work began in 1961 to turn it into the beauty it is today. Celebrate Wellness is an annual event held at the South Coast Botanical Gardens to raise money to help cancer patients. The event includes drinks and food tastings.
The Peter Weber Equestrian Center is in Rolling Hills Estates and provides boarding for horses, rider training, and more. Art lovers can visit the Palos Verdes Art Center, founded in 1931. It features art exhibitions and even hosts art classes.
Schools
The education provided in Palos Verdes is well respected and much appreciated by the attendees and their families. There are also private and specialty schools in the area.
