Naple Canals Reviews

Can't say I had ever heard of Naples or seen it on TV. Most places in the US we get to see on TV in Australia or have an idea about but I must have missed this one. Cool little streets, canals and houses. Well worth a drive through.

.... but the best is to take a Duffy boat through the canal during the holidays. Naples also has several good eateries on 2nd St, most notably the Naples Rib Co.

This is a walking neighborhood of beautiful waterfront homes. Park your car near the business area and then walk for a couple of hours, taking pictures of the canals, boats, homes and gardens. Would be a wonderful area to paddle through on the water also. We met some of the local homeowners on out walk and they were all very friendly. We were there during Halloween season and there were many homes that were decorated. I am certain many homes will be decorated at Christmas, too. Lovely way to spend an afternoon outdoors.

This is a wonderful place to kayak with kids and family. We had a great time paddling through the canals - even a few pirates to spot along the way!

Walk in Naples on most every weekend the people are so kind and friendly great atmosphere always must visit

Spend a peaceful and leisurely day paddling and kayaking, through the Naples canals. If you are more adventurous, get out into the bay and tie up to one of the public docks for a delicious lunch overlooking the water...
Paddle boards and kayaks are available for rent over on Ocean Blvd by Bayshore Ave.

Always a BLAST!
Tons of holiday parties, home with live music, every home is decorated amazing!
Literally thousands of visitors coming from a far to to visit and enjoy the spirit of Christmas!

...If you enjoy a romantic walk while surrounded by $million plus homes on a scenic waterfront, then, this is the place for you. This City of Long Beach off the beaten path spot will let you burn some calories while enjoying great water views (without the taxes that go with it!). Charming with it's venice like canal, boats and many homes from the 1920's, Naples is a circular island that takes about 45 minutes to circumvent and includes views of Alamitos Bay on the outside. You will get lots of landscaping ideas here!
...Turn off 2nd Street onto Ravenna by the Thrifty drugstore. A short run across the bridge and you can park near the water fountain in the middle of the island. Walk across the grass pocket park at the end of Ravenna and you are there. A right or left turn will take you around the island and back to where you started. There are also side trips you can take to expand your exploration onto branches of the island.
...After the walk, a short run down 2nd street will take you to a ton of good calorie-laden restaurant choices or drive over to Ocean Blvd. and rent a kayak or paddleboard to explore Alamitos Bay...

Do not miss this opportunity to be in the best part of Long Beach California
So relaxing boats yachts restaurants abound make sure you get to eat At Georges..Great Greek Restaurant. .ask for AChrista..to wait on you!

Nothing special. Maybe prices for a house in this district are special :) Moreover this is something different looking at whole Los Angeles urbanity...thats all.

Love to walk around these beautiful islands. Wonderful walking paths, water ways, boats, and lovely homes to see.

Naples (plural) is a hidden gem on the far eastern edge of Long Beach that many people still do not know about. There's the main island (just called "Naples Island"), with a smaller island in the middle surrounded by canals, and a triangular 3rd island jutting into the bay (called "Treasure Island"). The canals are great for walking because they are lined with public sidewalks. This makes it very different from other waterside communities like Huntington and Newport Beach. Most residents have nice canal-facing gardens which makes walking a treat on a nice day (or evening). It's prettiest when the tide is high, if you can time your visit that way. Most of the boat docks are private so you'd need to get someone's OK for entering the water that way. Others bring their kayaks, paddleboards, or rented Duffy boats into the canals from adjacent Alamitos Bay. Naples Island is bisected by busy E. 2nd Street and many don't bother venturing into side streets. There's a wonderful surprise if they do!

Stroll around the neighborhoods south of 2nd Street and enjoy a unique neighborhood: beautiful houses and gardening and the occasional paddleboarder or kayaker making his or her way along the canals.

Surprised with how beautiful this little island was! My grandkids and I took a gondola ride and it was so relaxing and beautiful. Fantastic area

A recent ownership change has done nothing to change the great ambiance and service of what still is the best Cigar Lounge in Long Beach. Great selection, friendly staff, friendly customers.

luxury home, boat and beautiful flower. I visited this place during Christmas time years before. It was very nice. It is also very nice to revisit this place again during day time.

Take your time and soak in the beautiful views of this area. Just about any time of day is great to go. It's usually pretty quite and not very crowed. Great views of the oceans and the amazing houses around the area. Head to 2nd street for a bite to eat. they have pretty much any kind of food you can imagine.

If you are paddle boarder this is a great place to go. You can launch from Ocean Boulevard just east of Bayshore Drive. If you paddle all the way around the bay and then once through the canals, the distance is about 5 miles. Makes for a good workout and a great view at the same time.

We went at night in early January, and most of the Christmas lights appeared to still be on. Easy to find parking at that time and we enjoyed it. Ran into some of the Chads and Beckys who live in this expensive neighborhood, and they seemed to be very welcoming and friendly.

We were walking after dinner to get some steps around the private docks of Naples Island. Each of the homes along the canal were beautiful to look at - try to be reasonable since people are in their yards and homes, and you are looking into them.

This was a walkway between bridges, so I wouldn't recommend biking - walking is fine though.

Really nice stroll along the canals can be done in Naples. On the way of this relaxing walk you see beautiful houses, little gardens, a marina and plenty of yachts and paddle boarders. In Christmas Naples is beautifully decorTed- a must see!!!!

This little island goes all out for the holidays. Almost every single home lights up their homes and some even put on a bit of a show. There is a boat parade one night. Don't miss it - you'll feel like a kid again. You can rent an electric boat and see the lights from the water or walk up and down the sidewalks seeing them up close. Either way, its a trip worthy of your time and attention. The rest of the year it's a lovely place to walk or boat. Check it out.

I grew up in Long Beach but hadn't ever been to Naples for the Christmas lights. We took our kids and walked along the canal, pleasantly surprised at the effort homeowners make to decorate for Christmas. A great way to get outside and enjoy a southern California evening, with or without children. The only downside is finding parking!

We have family who live near the Naple Canals so we have spent some time walking around the area. It is a beautiful and quiet neighborhood and there are so many different styles of houses to look at.

Our son also got to try out paddle boarding for the first time and he had so much fun. It is very calm in the canal which is great for a paddle board beginner and you can go quite a long way. He also went sailing several times, leaving from just outside the canals.

We haven't had a chance to be in the area around the Christmas holidays (there wasn't too much going on at Easter), but we hope to this year.

Must see. Stroll around the area and see all the lights on boats and houses. Take the kids. Great walk and great fun.

It's a great place to kayak around. However, all there is to see are fancy houses. Therefore, you are better off grabbing a kayak, paddling around the bay and canals if you want to see the houses instead of driving around a neighborhood.

Naples Island is a delightful way to spend an hour or so if you are in the Long Beach area and enjoy looking at interesting homes and exotic vegetation. It is a super-high rent district. To reiterate an earlier review, get off the PCH at 2nd and turn left on Ravenna and cross the small bridge. Very simple access to this tiny island, but limited signage.There was plenty of parking around the fountain during my mid-week visit - probably not so at weekends and holidays. You can walk around the perimeter of the island in a half hour or so, but there are also concentric circles of walkable back alleyways that are interesting. It's a bit like a very upscale Venice (Calif.). Best of all would be finding a kayak rental place (see reviews) and paddling around this fascinating place. Only 4 stars in October 2014 because there are several homeowners who clearly haven't heard that there's a severe drought in CA and had overflowed water sprinkling and dripping for their vegetative coverings. As a general comment, I (from the SF Bay Area) have been horrified that so many Southern Californians seem oblivious to the water situation in our state.

The best way to see Naples is to follow the canal walk on the central round island. At Holiday time, thousands come to see the amazing lights. It is less busy on weekday nights.

Rent the kayaks so you can leisurely see all the homes, some of their water toys, and wave hello now and again. Walking is also a great way to see all the fine homes and sites

I lived on Naples Island for about 8 years, so I know the in's and out's so to speak :)
It's not a huge place, but it's a lovely place. If you want to walk around and have a lovely picnic near the water with little crowds, this would be a nice place to go.
The best parking is near the elementary school. Turn onto TIVOLI off of 2nd Street, and it dead ends at the tennis courts. There is typically plenty of street parking there, and the canal is a short walk east down St. Irmo Walk. Walk either way around the island, and you'll eventually get to the park where you can have a lovely picnic and watch the small boats and kayaks around the canal, and the larger boats go by outside the canal entrance.
There are usually people with dogs around too! Feel free to bring yours! DON'T FORGET TO PICK UP AFTER THEM THO!

Nope, we're not rich and never will be. But, we know where the rich folks live! There's a ritzy area in Long Beach where it's cool to kayak in the summer and fun to look at Christmas lights in the winter. Naples Island really is an island with lots of canals and streets where you can easily get lost if you don't pay attention to where you're going. In the summer, there's a nearby place to rent kayaks, so just get one and leisurely paddle around while dreaming that you live in one of those multi-million-dollar homes. In the winter, it's way too cold to be in the water unless you have a boat, which would likely mean that you yourself live in Naples. But, it's pretty cool to walk around in December to check out all of the elaborate Christmas decorations. On certain evenings, there are carolers singing and hot chocolate for sale. It can get very crowded, which actually is half the fun! Also, there is a boat parade in the middle of December, so it gets even more crowded on that Saturday night. Would I want to live in Naples? Nope, but I like to visit there once in awhile.

Took a tour of this village and wished we had more time to just walk around afterwards. Houses were very unique and it would have been great to walk to their beach.

Amazing houses on miles of canals every house is different and has their own private mooring ,gondola rides and near beach ,

Tiny little place next to their sister restaurant! Loved it!! You can't call in a reservation but you can walk in make the reservation and see the sights or go have a drink at the lounge at Michael's.

Southern California is full of great beach destinations. Naples is nice but it does not have the same feel as Huntington, Newport or Balboa (which are all nearby). Some parts are run down and it does not look like it has received a facelift in some time. A few businesses in the area are trying but this place needs intervention from the city level. Mother's beach is a great spot but if you are going to spend your day on a local, bridge connected island, go to Balboa.

California has laguna, Venice and Naples as the last bastions of the true old California beach lifestyle.

It's easy to fall in love with Naples, thanks to its public canals, that are especially charming on a gondola ride. This Italian inspired Long Beach community filled with narrow streets, walkways, beautiful houses and boats. One of the most popular in Naples is the Naples Island Christmas Boat Parade.

Always a pleasure to walk around, Naples Island is simply magical as Christmas draws nigh. The residents go out of their way to ensure the magic will be remembered - and some even offer refreshments to passers-by. What a lovely community, just wish I could afford to live there as well!

Stopped here the day after Thanksgiving checking out this Dexter filming location as were Dexter fanatics. Such a lovely area would come again. We were treated to a great spectacular rainbow. As we walked along the canal some people were putting up their holiday lights and were friendly. People really go out with their decorations which is nice. Even saw a couple out on a gondola ride along the canal.

I live near this Island, my neighborhood for 35 years. The Belmont shore Second street is the place to be. Plenty of Restaurant to choose from and great place to shop. Naples canal island activities includes, gondola ride, board paddling, Kayaking, and nearby is for the Dragon Boat enthusiast. A lot of homes have their own dock for their Boat and yacht .

Small roads make getting around in a car difficult but neat to see and imagine living there on a canal, i really like the little canal boats!

On a nice day, a walking tour of Naples island is well worth the stop. budget 90 minutes. Get the guided tour in Charles Fleming's book.

Naples Island is a beautiful community. There are several excellent restaurants ... I recommend Michaels.

Mother's Beach is a great place for people with babies and young children. There is a playground an shallow swim area in the ocean. The beach has no waves.

Good weather when we got there. Very relaxing and calming atmosphere. Good for vacations with the family or just friends.

This is a great place for a fun bicycle ride. The island is not that big and places to stop for food and drinks are plentiful. Also, you can rent a hydrobike from across the bay and circle the island from the water which is more fun than you would imagine.

A special holiday tradition is walking the canals in Naples CA and staring in awe at the beautifully decorated homes. I walk the canals several times a week, enjoying the atmosphere, but there is nothing I love more than the holiday cheer of beautifully decorated homes. This year's theme is a tropical holiday. I enjoyed many decorated palms and a few artificial palms made of lights. Merry Christmas from Naples.

We live just outside Naples and make a yearly pilgrimage to see the outstanding Christmas decorations. I would advise going a week or two before Christmas and avoiding the evening of the boat parade. Traffic and parking become difficult the closer one gets to Christmas Eve. Dress warmly and be prepared to do some walking, street crossing and stair climbing.

I saw this place with my colleagues and was not planned!
We discovered a magic place at sunset... Every house on the canal is wonderful, the private both too.
I like to come back with the light so I can visit it better!

Though Italians mainly settled on the east coast, this country is well represented in California. Los Angeles/Long Beach is the sixth in the USA by Italian population, while SanFran and San Diego ranked 18 and 19 respectively, no other west coast city in top 20.
The artificial island with canals’ project was inspired by LA’s Venice and called by its developers the Dreamland of South CA.
The dreaming is interrupted annually in December, on the second Saturday when the Boat Parade is held. Before the parade the local houses compete for the best light decoration title. The event attracts thousands of visitors and will turn 72 in 2018.

Naples island is a series of small little islands connected by bridges within Los Alamitos Bay. The houses here build right up to the property lines and every house just about comes with a boat slip. They do a great job of decorating for Xmas and is worth a walk especially if you have kids but it will be chilly at night. Other than that, skip this and go to the beach and save your time.

This is a gorgeous place to walk or bike. The winding walkway takes you along the canals, you have a wonderful view of the homes. Its fun to bike here in the summertime, but come at Christmastime - you'll be amazed by the extensive holiday decorations.

I loved the atmosphere for the Christmas boat parade. The houses have amazing light displays and the event if free! This will become a new family tradition. By the way, on other days, the Naples neighborhood is just a great area to take a walk.

Nice Restaurant, Naples Rib Joint, and cruising through Bemont Shore..Nicks on 2nd Street has great Chicjen n Waffles !

Cool little island village tucked between the bigger cities. Great for a stroll and nice restaurants. Notice the well-kept houses and myriad of interesting decorating details people have done with them.

I loved this little place. It was so pretty and quiet. I walked the entire canal TWICE!! So much to see. It neighbors Belmont shore which has nice restaurants. If you want to kayak the canal you have to go to Alamita Bay nearby and rent a kayak. I saw numerous tour boats. this is mostly a pedestrian trip. I brought my bike but the canal walkways are not designed for bicycling. I went on a weekday so I had no problem parking on the neighborhood streets around the canal. I could see the lights on the canal walkway so I imagine it was beautiful at night. I highly recommend this little neighborhood. There are no restaurants on the neighborhood but just a couple of blocks over is the community of Belmont shores which has fantastic restaurants. Great photo shots!!

Off the beaten path and somewhat hidden from the passing crowd, Naples Island is one of the most beautiful coastal enclaves in the USA. Multi-million dollar homes line the canals and streets of this tiny island in Long Beach, California. Most of the canal homes are equipped with a small boat dock too. Yes it is definitely decadent and exclusive but just put that out of your mind and enjoy the engineering accomplishment and some really unique architecture. To live here one would need several million dollars but one of the neat things here is that most of the home-owners are friendly and they knew that being a tourist attraction was part of the deal when they moved here. Most of the homes here are two and three stories tall and a few managed to go higher before restrictions began. In many ways a walk through these neighborhoods is like walking through a home-improvement catalog. The lot-sizes are small and there are no backyards -- oh and even the alleys are immaculate. If you stroll through here you will see some of the most interesting and unique designs for patios and patio accessories. Most of the houses have large front windows so you can also see the inside decor and just about every new or really nice home accessory, gadget or appliance will show up in one of your views... As if that wasn't enough... there are even real Venetian gondolas utilizing these canals -- these trips are available for anyone and can be booked through the local company that operates them (no plug sorry). Romantic couples on gondola excursions are a common sight -- hear a bottle of Asti being uncorked or even a serenade from a talented gondolier. If you come in December Naples Island has one of the coolest boat parades imaginable plus almost every house will be decorated for the holiday season -- some will be done up in ways that are beyond description!

If you are in Long Beach during the Holidays, you must take the walk around Naples Island and see the Christmas Decorations. They are by far the best I have seen in one area. They are the traditional lights and absent of the blow up COSTCO ones which I do not like. The residents do a wonderful job and the only problem becomes parking. Try to get there before they come down. However, its a great walk anytime.

We come here every year for Christmas since my in-laws live right on the canal. Most houses are beautifully decorated and a wonderful place to walk around in the evening. There are gondolas you can ride and electric boats you can rent. Be aware that locals frown on people who rent electric boats and don't follow the rules. The canals are a no wake zone. Canals are filled with electric boats, gondolas, kayaks, paddle surfers and motor boats. Parking is a challenge here so I would park on 2nd St and walk in.

Heads Up
Parking is difficult to find. Steets are narrow, watch out for bicycles. Sidewalks are narrow and in poor repair, watch out for changes in elevation that can trip you up

One of Los Angeles' great surprises are its two communities named after Italian cities. Naples is east of Long Beach adjacent to Belmont Shores. The community is composed of one large island and several smaller ones with a canal that encircles one island. This is the place to go. Both sides of the canal have walkways that keep you close to the water. The canal is flanked by homes, many of them beautiful. Towards the south end of the canal cross the bridge and walk to the south to see the water and the Peninsula on the other side. This is a real neighborhood and not a touristy area. Over the years we have struck up conversations with a number of the residents. It is always a joy to visit. It is possible to rent paddle boats or to hire a gondola to see life from the water. It is a great place to enjoy the sunset with your loved one, or your dog (or both). Afterwards, there are a number of good restaurants on Second. Great place for no stress day.

I'm sure there are more things to do from what we did, but we walked around the canals to look at xmas lights on all the houses. This experience was completely free. Dont know how you can go wrong with free. I believe you can spend more for the tours and the boat rides, but plenty of enjoyment for Free!!!! I'm pretty sure this area was also in the movie Valentine's Day.

It was a very pleasant walk, we came on a Monday so there we hardly any people. We didn't do any paddle board or boat rides, but just the same it was a very nice walk.

Naples Island, in Long Beach, makes for a beautiful walk anytime. The best time to walk around Naples is during the holidays when virtually every home is decorated to the nines! My favorite way to visit Naples is by kayak or via Gondola Get-away.

If you are in the area around Christmas, this is a a must see. Everyone decorates their houses beyond belief. If you have small children, this will be something they will never forget. Also a fantastic place to stroll around on a nice day.

We walked all the way from The Queen Mary to Naples. About 7 miles and roughly 3 hours. Quite an upmarket location with lovely restaurants, bars and shops. There’s a nice marina with a few tasty eating joints around it. All in all worth the walk.

Gondolas, paddleboarders, hydrobikers, and duffy boats frequent the canals in Naples...it's a great place to be year round but especially during the warmer months of summer!!!!!!!!!!!!

Naples Island is most excellent for walking along the paved canals and the bay! At Christmas, the houses are lit up with thousands of lights - such a sight! ANY time of year, however, you'll LOVE the variety of million dollar homes (some are tiny and narrow - but they are all pricey!) and the boats bobbing in their docks (we love reading the imaginative names).

There are stairs going up and over most of the canals, so someone who cannot manage them may find it challenging. For some of the canals, there is an alternative way to go around the stairs and up a ramp, but not all.

The canals are extensive, so feel free to spend as much time as you wish! There are sweet cement benches scattered here and there, and there are always "just right" cement or brick or stone planters that are okay to sit on for a quick rest.

No bicycles or skateboards! Walking only!

We even like walking in a drizzle - but it's sunshine and warmth most of the year! :)

"Naples Island" covers a lot of ground. There are some restaurants and lot of fancy houses, but nothing truly stands out except traveling the canals yourself. You can rent a kayak in the cheap (less than $10 an hour) and spend the day relaxing in the sun kayaking around the canals. You might even see the moon jellies (jellyfish that can't sting) rising to the surface if you're still enough. A fun summer day for anyone.

Either take your own kayak or paddle board or hire one and cruise around the island and in and out of the canals. It takes about 1 hours to go around. There are lovely homes to look at and this is quite still water. A lovely activity for the summer.

I love walking through the canals of Naples Island in Long Beach. There are magnificent homes to look at, even some remaining craftsman-style places, and it's easy to get lost in thought and calm of the canals. Neighbors are friendly (for the most part) and on 2nd St there's plenty of shopping and dining choices for even the most particular visitor. Spend an afternoon or evening in this Nirvana

Great place for a walk!I went with my hubby and 2 little boys we had such a nice, fairy tale day! It was beginning of January but you can see lots of blooming and green beautiful landscape.It is pretty urban but houses look like no one live there so quiet and peaceful.You can spent 2h quality time just walking around the canal and enjoying the unique environment.Strongly recommend if you visit Long Beach!

Continually frequent the restaurants along 2nd Street and previously worked on Naples Island. Love the people and the neighborhood and the view along the canals! Suggest either renting a kayak during the day, a Duffy electric boat or, of course, the Gondola Getaway to really enjoy the homes and scenery in and around Naples Island..

We strolled through the canals and neighborhood just after New Year's on a rather cool afternoon. It was wonderful. Many people had decorated for the holidays, so it was fun to see all the decorations. I can imagine it's a wonderful place to visit during warmer weather when there are people actually boating in the canals. Each home is unique and it was fun to see so many different styles of homes.

We've walked through here during the day and at night. Beautiful homes line the canals. There are sidewalks along the canals. During the Christmas season, it's fun to go at night and see the homes decorated. There's also a decorated boat parade.There are gondola rides all year round. It's near a lot of restaurants.

wonderful island with circular streets and canals and beautiful homes in fabulous location in Long Beach Harbor...restaurants and shops...great for sightseeing

Nice place to take a stroll thru. Parking is a little hard to find though. It's a great place to visit during the Christmas holidays, lots of lights to see.

Enjoyed the area sights and spent a relaxing afternoon at a beachfront park. Great place to relax with picnic area, playground and shaded grass area next to beach. Best of both park and beach all in one.

Whether you are taking a pleasant stroll along the canals or cruising along by boat this area offers a very peaceful and scenic side trip. The gondolas are touristy but many people enjoy this novel way to appreciate the area. The homes are spectacular. Great area for paddle boarding too. Lots of activity on the water.

If you get a chance to visit Naples during Christmas holidays you will be amazed how much dedication people put in towards dressing their homes absolutely remarkable

It takes about a half of an hour at a normal pace to make it all the way around the island. Some areas are not part of the loop, but worth seeing. They have competitions at Christmas, and I'm not sure there's anything like it with the Canal waterfront. Take a Gondola ride, but reserve far ahead and go after dark if its Christmas time.

It's a beautiful place to go kayaking, boating and swimming. You can rent kayaks cheap and you can also go on a romantic Gondola ride. We're locals and we love it.

A great place to meander around during the early evening after a nice dining experience in the local area. A lot of folds who have lived in Long Beach for many years are not aware of this small waterside community which includes a canal and bridges that take you across the canals deeper into the island. Get out of your car and walk along the waters edge and peer into the multi-million dollar houses to see how the "other half" (top 1 percent) live.

The island is mostly houses so you are better off to see it from the water. You can rent boats over in the harbor or you can rent a paddle board or kayak at some of the beach stands on the bayside shore beach.

The Naples area of Long Beach is a system of canals reminiscent of it's name sake in Italy. It's a great place to take a stroll, eat an ice cream cone from Rite Aid, and relax near the fountain or watching the boats on the bay. During the month of December, the inhabitants decorate for the Holidays and host the "locally world famous" Boat Parade. it's crazy, and there's no parking, but it's festive and fun! PS: Please have care for the residents when you visit. Pick you your trash and especially after your canine friends! The friendly people of Naples will thank you!

Just nice and peaceful for a little stroll. Do let this be one of your sites to see in Long Beach. Right next to Belmont Shore!!!

Naples is well worth the drive if you're in the area! Gorgeous Meditteranean-style homes along the canal walkway, reminiscent of Venice. People who live here are friendly, offering greetings as you walk by, and they tend their lovely gardens with care. They even have gondolas and stripe-shirted gondoliers! The bay and canals are placid, lending themselves to kayaking or just drifting. And the community next to it, Belmont, is very "happening," with many excellent bars and restaurants.

You will love this area of Long Beach. Take a Gondola ride or walk the neighborhood, lovely homes and great water views.

Rent a kayak @ Long Beach, most reasonable rate for 1 hour and tour the Naples Canal....a narrow canal between some interesting homes. It is a calm ride and a great outdoor activity. We loved our time together.

This place is so relaxing! We went early in the morning and walked around. Locals are very friendly, we enjoyed water views and beautiful front lawns with flowers and trees. Also, unique architecture that prefectly fits in this area.

Take a boat ride especially at night lights everywhere and great homes. Great during Christmas. Decorations are awesome

Just moved here and this is the best place for a date
start with the inner circle and than the outer circle back
especially at Christmas Time with all the nice decoration and lights.
Limited parking. Enjoy it any time of the day or night. MeuterMedia

I've lived within miles of this little gem my whole life and visited for the first time (twice) this past Christmas. These people go all out. It's amazing. Definitely the start of a new family holiday tradition to stroll among the beautifully decorated, canal side homes. Homeowners sit outside and sell hot chocolate and coffee, which is wonderful. One night an older couple even came out and invited a group of strangers to sit on their patio and severed them leftover Christmas desserts....are you kidding me?!?! It didn't hurt that the weather was balmy and clear.

You can walk around the canals and see some gorgeous homes and boats. We parked a block away in a free spot. We spent about an hour there and spoke to some that lived in area..very nice people! We wanted to go on a water taxi but it was very chilly that day and unfortunately did not go. I highly recommend doing so as it's very inexpensive.

We toured the Naples Island Christmas lights via the Long Beach Trolley company. On the day of the ninety minute tour, they called to confirm and had some helpful hints which was nice. They recommended getting there 30 minutes before the tour started which was in front of Chase Bank on 2nd Street. I did take that advise since parking on 2nd Street can be difficult because of all the stores and restaurants in the area. It is metered parking limited to two hours so we were lucky we had loose change in the car. Before the tour started, they gave a ticket for a cup of cocoa and chocolate chip cookie to be redeemed at Legends restaurant. The cocoa and cookie hit the spot for a cold evening. They also passed out a felt Santa hat and a candy cane which is nice for the young ones. There was a narrator who led the tour in the trolley as we traveled through Los Alamitos Bay to view the floating Christmas trees and as we walked the canal's path. We were in awe of the different architecture of each home on Naples Island. The residents are very creative and the Christmas lights and decorations are beautiful. As we were walking along the canal sidewalk, you can see others enjoying the Christmas decor as they sailed by in Duffy boats and gondolas. I recommend that one wears comfortable walking shoes and a warm coat for a chilly evening in December. There are lots of opportunities for picture taking. I was told this is the first time running this tour so I think they did a good job.

Naples Island and Alamitos Bay are two of the best kept secrets in Long Beach. Naples Island is home to some of the most beautiful houses in the area. At Christmas time the residents go all out to decorate their homes and it’s a fabulous show, not to be missed. On July 3rd, the City of Long Beach hosts free fireworks in the middle of Alamitos Bay. It’s a major attraction. The sunsets on the bay are spectacular.

There are several ways to enjoy cruising the canals: rent a Duffy party boat from Long Beach Rentals, or a gondola imported from Italy with a crew member paddling for you while you enjoy the view. Duffy’s are great because they are enclosed so even in winter you can enjoy yourselves and not be cold. You will encounter paddle boarders, water cycles, kayaks and canoes. Everybody loves getting out on the water. The residents are friendly, waving to everyone.

We own a Duffy and spend many hours cruising Naples and Alamitos Bay. There are a number of nice restaurants on the bay, accessible by boat. There is The Boathouse, Ballast Point Brewery and restaurant, Melarky’s.....

These are sites tourists might not know about and it will,change your view of Long Beach. Check it out.

It's a 2.2 miles loop around the canal and it takes about an hour to complete the loop. Parking is free in a public parking lot next to the Long Beach Yacht Club (dont' park in their parking lot). You'll end up walking the pedestrian walkway by the Rivo Alto Canal and Naples Canal, passing the overpass bridges where you can stop and take pictures of the canal with people kayaking, and admire the beautiful houses around it.

We walk the canals at Christmas every year and frequently rent one of the Duffy boats to cruise the canals. It's a tradition in Long Beach and a special way to spend the evening. This year we were able to share it with friends from Illinois.

Park near the fountain and walk back to Rivo Alto, taking the inside loop to go all the way around the main canal and catch all the special lights.

This is not really a tourist attraction but it's a nice place to walk or run as long as you don't mind crowded paths. The views are lovely. Paths will take you along zig/zaggy sidewalks, between houses, and sometimes you feel like you are on someone's porch! but overall it's nice. Not my favorite running spot but nice to visit now and then. I feel like I am intruding when running here, I suppose it's very nice for locals. Air is clean, temps cool. Afterward it's so close to run downtown to a shop and grab a bite or get a new pair of shoes.

Five-Star Gondola Ride Experience – A Romantic Escape in Long Beach

On July 17th at around 3 p.m., my wife and I enjoyed a beautiful gondola ride through the scenic canals of Canal Island in Long Beach. The entire experience was peaceful, romantic, and incredibly memorable.

Gliding slowly through the calm waters, we were surrounded by charming homes, arched bridges, and lush greenery. The atmosphere was serene, making it the perfect setting for a quiet, intimate afternoon together.

Our gondolier was professional and skillful, navigating the canal smoothly and adding to the tranquil vibe of the ride. While we didn’t catch their name, they helped create a relaxing and enjoyable mood throughout.

This experience is well worth the time and money—ideal for couples looking for a romantic outing or anyone wanting to see a different side of Long Beach. I highly recommend it and give it a full five stars.

The neighborhood is quiet. The people are nice and the shops are expensive but worth it! I love coming here especially in the summer months to do shopping, walking and just lounging around the city.

Great place to see unique houses. For a more enjoyable experience, I'd recommend renting a paddle board or a hydro-bike to transport through the canal.

Lovely place to explore by foot or water(Kayak recommended). During Christmas time, the lights light up the island which makes it very enjoyable to walk. It's the best place to go kayaking through the canals.

Next time i may try the paddle boarding here on the still no wave area of the canals. It's an incredibly picturesque area to walk around the island and see the lovely houses and canals. A hidden area of LA many don't know about.

We go to Naples a number of times each year, to see the homes, and always to see the Christmas lights. A must see.

Hi Like Naples island. Some good restaurants, Quaint homes (as long as you don't upset the neighbors) and lots of activities. Did some surfing here and some duffy boating. Explored the Canals. Very cool

Naples Island, especially south of 2nd Street is the place to stroll. Drive over to Naples Plaza and park your car; or park by the fountain where The Toledo and Ravenna meet in the center of the island and start from there. Walk straight ahead to where the Colonnade meets Naples and Rivo Alto Canal and begin your walk in either direction - if you get lost it's okay; there's no better place to get lost in. You'll love the magnificent homes, the boats of all kinds, gardens and the friendly residents. Compliment the homeowners on their homes and you'll be in an enjoyable conversation with the locals immediately - you might even get a tour of home. Walk back over to 2nd Street and enjoy the restaurants on the island. For more fun, go over to the Marina and rent a Duffy electric boat and cruise the canals for a couple of hours and see the island from the water side.

nice island to visit.....good walkways , lots to see...nice for walking..parking can be a bit of a pita at times....lots to see and do....close by shops and food...

Naples Island is amazing. It has the feel of Venice & Naples, Italy.

Walking along the canals is peaceful.

I can't wait for my next stroll when all of the Christmas lights are up.

Had a nice, quick visit to the Naples Island area - as a lead in / preview to our tour and stay aboard the Queen Mary. I think - based on pre -travel website info investigation - that we expected more in the way of shopping and restaurant choices in / on the main shopping street. So we ended up having ot go off the island to grab lunch.
But the island does have some beautiful canals and residential areas to tour around

We walked along the waterfront sidewalks & admired all the beautiful homes. They are breathtaking. A couple of days later we rented bikes & rode the streets of Naples Island. Also beautiful & a faster way to travel. My choice is walking though because you can say hello to the residents if they are out, take in more of the breathtaking views of both water & homes. All the street names represent Italian & it smells of heavenly garlic in some places. Definitely worth a stroll.

We haven't been during the day but at night the homes near the canals are amazingly decorated, un believable and worth walking by.

Wow, if there is any place in this country I could moved to it would be here. This is like the movies, so unreal and beautiful. You have to take time to visit because this is a must do. I was staying in Hollywood but came to Long beach area just to see this place.

In the quiet, upscale Naples Island neighborhood, near several great restaurants, the Marina and the Long Beach Yacht Club is the best Cigar Lounge in Long Beach. Big Daddy's Cigars located at the intersection of Naples Plaza and 2nd Street has a large outdoor patio, and lots of lounge seating inside. Friendly staff, large humidor and great cigar selection. Drop in to make your selection and go, or better yet pull up a seat, join in the conversations and watch a game on the big screens. A great way to spend an hour or longer.

Naples is one of the nicest and upscale neighborhoods in SE Long Beach /a "Stones-throw" to Orange county .
It's design was themed after Naples Italy with canals and walking paths.
Most ( 95% + ) of the houses are restored nicely and many homes are of unique designs with water orientation for many .
As children, we would ride our bikes and jump off bridges.
Today, the calm and quiet waters host paddle-boards to authentic Gondolas,
in which,one can take a cool leisurely ride or wine taste.
Parking is a challenge.Best is the Large lot inside the Marine Stadium..it is free
( until one goes inside the Water Ski launch area) and a 10 min. flat and safe walk .Also good is the East Second Street / "service road" near the Naples Boutique shopping zone.

The walk around the isles is picturesque and charming .
Several good restaurants are near incl Top rated"Michael's"

Another highlight of the area is the Gourmet Farmer Market /
Wed evening 3-8pm..at 5255 E Paoli way,90803

If you are near Long Beach during the Christmas holiday season, the holiday lights along the Naples Canal should be at the top of your list of sites to visit. The combination of wonderful and creative decorations, lighting and reflections along the water make for a unique experience that can not be replicated elsewhere. As an amateur photographer, I thoroughly enjoy my annual visit and the treasure-trove of images I bring back home to share with family and friends. Best to visit on a weeknight to avoid large crowds, as the pathways are quite narrow and parking can be a challenge.

Looked around Long Beach for something we haven't done yet while visiting
there this weekend. After checking "things to do" on Tripadvisor, it mentioned
Naples Island. What a pleasant and energizing walk around many unique and eclectic homes. A systematic and weaving set of walkways around the island gives great views of the canals, bridges and bays. We wish we could have just sat at any number of the houses, drink in hand, watching the beautiful scenery. There seems to be ample parking when there is nothing happening, like Christmas! We may come back for that. Note of warning, though, REMEMBER WHERE YOU PARK! After walking through the twists and turns of the island, we became totally lost. If it were not for the help of a local family (Mom drove us back to where we thought our car was), we might well still be walking around the island. Over all, a great way to spend as much time as you wish seeing the sights.

Naples Island is hidden and if you are driving east or west on 2nd Street, you won't see it. Turn off on Ravenna drive and you are in Naples island. Drive slow. Roads are narrow. Enjoy the canals, the homes, there is a park at the end of this street too. Just be aware of parking signs and show courtesy to home owners.

Oh what a lovely place to walk or kayak. I enjoy the homes and closeness of feeling. Leaving such pretty décor around the yard simply says how low the crime rate is. A great and romantic place for a stroll.

It's safe for kids to play there, for family to go kayaking or swimming.

My family had been there twice this month and thinking of a kayak for going frequently

While the kids playing with sun, sand and water, you can enjoy a book or sunbathe

This street takes you through an enchanting little community. Old with new. Fun to see how the rich live!

Naples was dressed for Halloween and looked resplendent... lovely area to walk around and watch life go by

A hidden gem. Second Street has some great restaurants and retail. Great for a stroll along the canals, especially at Christmas. Sit at the park at the end of Naples Plaza and enjoy the ocean breezes. If its Wednesday afternoon and Summer time, you can see the sail boats coming back from Long Beach Yacht Club "Wet Wednesday" races.

Loving biking or taking a walk around this island. Gorgeous homes and well maintained canals. Very picturesque

Grab a espresso or gelato and saunter along the canals.Look at the beautiful boats,homes,people.Afterward; enjoy lunch or dinner at a local restaurant along 2nd St.

I lived in Naples for 25 wonderful years. Tucked away in Long Beach are canals encircling 3 slalom islands. You can travel though the canals and around the bay in an original Gondola stocked with cheese, fruit and bread which also comes with a singing Gondolier. Or you can rent a very nice Duffy behind Tantalum in Marina Pacifica. Both require reservations and are byob. You won’t be disappointed.

We have friends who live in Naples so it's fun to visit this waterside paradise, then return at Christmas time to see the decorations, boats decorated and parade. Venetian gondolas plying the waters add to the charm. Good restaurants nearby. Fun to visit. ...

Rent a kayak at Kayaks on the Water in Long Beach and you can kayak directly into
Naples. Calm waters and wonderful views of the homes from the water.

We walked here and took the canal path around the area. Very pretty canal lined with million dollar houses and boats. We had the opportunity to see a gondolier taking a boat of people through the canal. Others were kayaking or paddle boarding. Just looking at all the houses, architecture and succulent gardens was fascinating and so beautiful.

The cutest, well maintained little houses leading down to, and around the canals. We enjoyed the walk and had a chat to some locals who were riding some sort of wind boards along the water.
It was hard to find somewhere to eat or have a coffee as it was all residential.

Naples is a residential enclave in Long Beach which is quiet as well as picturesque. There are canals and walkways that go from the busyness of Second Street to walking beside the Bay. The cool breeze will make you forget the heat of inland Valleys. Relaxing and pleasant.

We were introduced to the Naples Island neighborhood a few years ago at Christmastime. The houses are ALL decorated, and they even have a Boat Parade during December. There are even Gondolier boats that take you through.

We parked locally, and then stroll through the neighborhood - enjoying the lights, music and scenery -- YOU WILL TOO!!

Here's a wonderful area to stroll and enjoy the views…it's like walking through the pages of Architectural Digest. The home gardens, the lagoon, the ambiance, what's not to like about such a serene location. Very special place for the holidays when everyone tries to outdo the other with decorations, but lovely year-round. Take a stroll any time of day, you won't be disappointed.

It's fun to take a quiet stroll along the shores of Naples. We have kayaked through the canals and had a great time. At Christmas the home owners go all out to decorate their homes. It's really fun to see. There are restaurants close by, so this would be fun to do before or after dinner too.

Not too much to do but you can walk and relax with the beautiful canals and walk through the streets.

This part of Long Beach is very different from other neighborhoods. The best way to enjoy this quiet community is to do it on the water. Either by renting a duffy or a kayak.

It is always nice to take this stroll during the holidays. In addition to seeing all the houses decked out in holiday lights, you can get some great home decor ideas!

Marked by a circular canal, Naples Island is a hidden gem in Long Beach, California. Entering the neighborhood off 2nd Street on Ravenna Drive, an iconic fountain, La Bella Fontana di Napoli, welcomes you to the Colonnade. Here, the heart of Naples leads to a small parkway that looks out across the canal to the beach along Alamitos Bay. The canal is crossed by five Italianate bridges, one of which connects Treasure Island. Duffy boat cruisers, paddle boarders and kayakers make the Rivo Alto Canal, the Naples Canal, and Alamitos Bay their playground. The gorgeous homes here vary in style from Spanish Revival to Nantucket to mid-century modern architecture. Home owners greet each other on the walking path along the canal - a beautiful route for dog-walking or an evening stroll.

This tony little island is home to a good friend of mine. It is full of beautiful, expensive homes with great landscaping, luxury cars in the drive, yachts parked out back. It's great for a stroll. Recommended.

Naples Island is located in the city of Long Beach, California and really is worth seeing when you're in the area.

In the early 1900's a very wealthy and famous business man, Henry Huntington, had a hand in developing Naples Island.

Must see at Christmas time!!! - lights rival Disneyland and are beautiful! You can hire a gondola to take you through the canals to see multi million dollar homes. There are sidewalks everywhere to walk or ride a bike.
You can rent bikes, rent water bikes, kayaks, paddle boards to use in the canals.

Nearby is Alamitos Beach, Belmont Shore and lots of very good restaurants both casual and fine dining. Lots of good shops a must see!

Nearby is the Aquarium of the Pacific, Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm. Also Long Beach is close to the city of San Pedro, the largest port in the world and just lots of things to see and do.

Naples is an annual event I look forward to at Christmas. I'm not always home to enjoy but this year did not disappoint. Parking is always a challenge but a worthy endeavor if you are walking the canals then you won't mind the walk to your car either..

Have lived here for many years! The people are friendly and respectful. It is a little known best kept secret. Beautiful weather and you can walk to restaurants and shops. Love it!!

amazing time, just sun and fun and relax and fish an yaght sailboat , area places are a little $$$$$ but if you have some cash go enjoy it for all it can be.

Many good places to eat and close to the ocean. Try Naples Rib Company while you are there. They are a little pricy but it is worth it.

The canal was gorgeous. We rented hydrobikes and biked around the canal. The water and scenery was gorgeous.

This review refers to the part of Naples south of 2nd Street... This quaint boating-driven community provides an opportunity to create a lovely tour of a unique canals-oriented lifestyle in the southeast corner of Long Beach. Homes’ styles vary from original 1920’s cottages to 21st century modern mansions. Strolling along the waterside boardwalk(s) gives glimpses into both homes and patios which is a friendly way to greet the people you are looky-looing!! The streets are mostly alleys behind the residences, so driving around means you get the idea of the garages and an occasional peek at the bays and canals. Biking is the way to cover territory both quickly and completely - not to mention efficiently, if time is a concern. There is an annual boat parade at Christmas that draws a huge crowd, and all through the holidays folks walk Naples to admire the lovely decorations competing residents use to add to the seasonal celebrations. Similarly, neighbors from the general area pop over to watch fireworks sent up by nearby businesses from along Naples’ Parks and walkways. Crowds picnic and wave at passing boaters enjoying the summer holiday. So -hint - if it’s a weekend around Christmas or the Fourth of July, park 2 miles a way and call a ride share.

Beautifully manicured homes among fabulous canals. Super nice on a sunny day with many canals to walk through.

This is a beautiful gem not far from Long Beach downtown. It is a wonderful place where you can go for a walk , kayaking, paddle surfing etc. The island is full if shops and restaurants as well and offer easy access to the beach and waterfront too.

Homes are terrific to see all custom and maintained to a T. Small yards so easy to see in a fun walk among the canels. All roads have Italian names.

This is where almost every house decorates for the holidays. Animated figures, lights, music, themes, all wonderful to walk the pathways next to the water and canals and see all the houses. Grab some hot chocolate, park on a side street and start your walk at any location. Or go rent the hydro bikes and pedal through the canals in summer

We had a wonderful gondola ride through the canals in Naples. We arranged a sunset cruise with several other couples. Very romantic! I would love to do it again!

love love love this area! Walking around, viewing the bay and its activities, just being there is good for the soul!

We took a long walk along the water in front of Naples Island's beautiful homes, many with lovely gardens. We started by the yacht club. There is a big free parking lot nearby. The homes in that area had the best gardens. You can walk for a couple of hours like we did or just take a short out & back stroll.

If you want to find a nice place to dine with the feel of being on a canal in Italy, this is a nice place, nice little Beach area"s,
Check this place out, parking in some of the Naples areas is tight, but worth it, bars clubs are nice here as well.

Naples is a good place to rent a paddle board or a duffy for a few hours and wander around the canals enjoying the California sunshine.

On our way to Santa Monica, after endulging the Pacific Coast Highway from Laguna Beach to Long Beach we have decided to make a stop here. Parked somewhere on a street and walked here and there to admire the view and the houses of the area. Fabulous.

Check your map if you've never been. Naples is an actual island neighborhood, with sidewalks running throughout. The only downside is there are not public restrooms. So plan accordingly. There is a place south of there in Orange County, called Balboa Island, that is similar, but bigger, and has public rest rooms.

A beautiful place to walk and shop. The canals and boats are the things to see at the holidays, there is also a holiday boat parade in December.

Naples is always a fun place to be during the holidays. Almost everyone along the channel decorates their property. Take an evening to stroll around. It will most definitely get you into the holiday mood.

Walked the canals and the Christmas lights. It was beautiful and the lights were spectacular. Enjoyed the evening.

This is a lovely area to catch some sun. @nd st is very close if you want to wander around the shops. Very quirky feel about it. Plrnty good bars also.

I have gone there for the boat parade several times over many years. I have been to parties at private homes, made friends along the way and just had a fun time with thousands of people doing much the same. Homes are all decorated for Christmas and parties are happening at almost all the waterfront homes as we walk or sail by. Just an annual fun event.

These marina, canal areas tend to all look a bit the same in the various countries which are into them. But this is definitely a nice area for a stroll looking at the high-end houses, the boats and the water. And last week there were also lots of Halloween decorations. If you're in Long Beach it's definitely worth checking out but on the other hand not worth a special trip from LA for this alone.

I highly recommend you visit this area and walk or bike these streets. Really enjoyed spending some time here and even made some new friends. May 2018

Came to visit via a cruise ship port of call afternoon with friend. With limited time and not wanting to get into a car or bus tour, my friend and I opted for an active walk down the beach front, thru Belmont, and to Naples for some kayaking. A great time was had! The canal system is entertaining by kayak, but I'm not so sure it would be as much fun without them. Shops and eateries and opulent homes and private boats are what you will see. The allure grows old after a while. Highly recommend seeing this "neighborhood" by kayak if you are able and park it to check out the streets if you visited.

An excellent place to send the day for walking or roller skating. You can even the canals to see the beautiful waterfront homes. Even at night it is a lovely area to visit.

We almost did not go since we were not sure it would be worth the drive, but glad we did. Reminded us a bit of Venice. Walked for over an hour around the canal, looking at the beautiful homes. Gondolas, SUPs, and kayaks were traveling through the canals. Parking was easy.

It is a lovely place to sail around or kayak around. Probably a much better place to liar in but waaaaaaaaaay out of the budget!

5 mins from downtown long beach amazing place picturesque canals and gondola rides houses onthe canals were stunning all individual and each had their own private mooring visiting is a must

just gorgeous, today we had snow capped mountains in the background, just an outrageously beautiful place

Nearby there is a center that rents kayaks, paddle boards...etc as well as providing lessons. Twice we have rented paddle boards and explored the canals of Naples. The canals have a variety of small boats moored in front of these well kept homes. Many of the homes have rather unique features so it's fun to get your exercise and check out the scenery. There are lots of beginner paddle boarders so take a lesson and enjoy touring the area that many locals aren't aware of.

We also read about Naples Island and were not impressed. Having spend much time on Balboa Island we did not stay long.

My husband and I visited friends who live in Anaheim and work in Long Beach. Surprisingly, they had never heard of this place either, so I was happy they got to see something new after showing us around all weekend. We took a walk around the canal after breakfast on a Sunday morning, and it was perfect. It was so fun to look at the different architecture of the beautiful homes. And so relaxing to see people floating down the canal on paddle boats and water bicycles. I originally wanted to take a gondola ride in the evening, but unfortunately we just ran out of time. I think we would try that next time.

Naples Island and their beautiful canals is a must when in the Long Beach area. It’s only a 15 minute drive from the convention center and allows you to walk around and see gorgeous views.

An island within an island. Come in December when everyone is strolling and boating to see the great holiday displays.

Lovely area with house and boats on canals like in Venice, Italy only much cleaner! I think it would be best to walk here in the morning or late afternoon to catch the sea breeze and sunset.

I reside on this little island and sometimes rent my house to special guests. The bay is quite calm and enclosed but remarkably clean - a special spot, close to Belmont Shore, filled with great restaurants and shopping.

we were told that they have gondola rides but saw only 1 gondola. But could not find out how to hire him

Very pretty place to stroll in the daytime or sunset. If you rent a kayak you can cruise through the canals.
The Christmas boat parade is special, park your car and walk on the sidewalk through the canals, the houses are beautifully decorated and the boats are too. It will be very crowded FYI.

My son and kayaked around Naples Island. Great workout and unique scenery. The water ways were clean and friendly for kayaking.

We went to walk the Christmas lights just as the sun went down. They are beautiful and worth the time. After we had supper at Naples Rib Company-very tasty and great service!

A nice way to spend the morning enjoying the water and beautiful homes. Kayakers paddling along the waterways made for a very peaceful scene.

Naples Island is great to stroll at during the winter holidays to see the Christmas decorations. And almost year round you can kayak or paddle board thru the canals.

I visited Naples Island during the Christmas season. They are definitely a spot I will continue to visit year after year with the family. All of the houses participate in lighting up their houses with lights, music, carolers, hot chocolate, and everything else that brings out the Christmas Spirit. I encourage all of you to visit here and witness the amazing lights they have.

We found this little gem and had a lovely evening strolling along the canal and then eating at a great steakhouse on 2nd street just a few blocks away. The homes are multi-million dollar homes but are right on to the canal. There is all different types of architecture to see and the residents are friendly as you walk by if they are on their patio. You can also rent a gondola or kayak to travel the canal but you can see the homes better if you walk the semi circular canal.

lovely quaint walks on the water, between the homes and canals. So peaceful and beautiful. What a lovely place.

We made our way to Naples Island while bicycling from Long Beach to Seal Beach. Really nice peaceful community with nice walking paths along the canals. The homes are beautiful along with the gardens and vegetation. We saw people who had rented kayaks near by, paddling through the maze of canals that circumvent this seaside community. A very nice place to go to relax on a late afternoon in the summer.

It's weird that this is an attraction because you're really just walking through the canals looking at really nice houses but honestly it's worth doing because it's absolutely stunning. You will leave with an insane jealousy of people that get to live here! It's a great walk, very pretty and there are some coffee shops dotted here and there although if you're going to wander for a while take some water with you. Enjoy!

Wonder the streets of this very nice area and sea it's canals and wonderful residences. go down 2nd street for all the bars and restaurants and to the bay for gondolas and water sports. A short stroll over the road brings you to the long spectacular beach.

A favorite spot to walk and enjoy the luminous views of the bay. Beautiful custom homes line the canal as pleasure boats meander by in the waterways. A Long Beach treasure.

Parking was easy in the middle of the Island and then it’s a short walk in any direction to the canal. There is a footpath on both sides and it’s lovely to walk round and take in the beautiful views. As it’s a circle you are never too far from the centre so it’s never far back to the car.

My friends and I did the Holiday "evening" walk and absolutely loved looking at how beautifully decorated and lit up the homes were. This place is wonderful to begin with, but it was so much fun walking among the people and enjoying the Christmas spirit. Thumbs up to the residents for the great job that they do and thanks for making it a wonderful evening for my friends and I. Keep up the good work! Can't wait to return next year.

This place is fantastic during Christmas and I highly suggest a trip there to sight see. Everything's lighted up and it really does give off an enchanted feel. Easy to walk as well. Parking could be an issue, but the surrounding houses won't really mind if you park outside for a few hours. They know it's a tourist spot. During the Non-Holidays, it's good as well but nowhere near that of the Christmas/New Year's stretch.

It's always fun to walk around the canals on Naples Island and look at all the lovely homes. During the Christmas season the homes are all decorated and absolutely beautiful. Some have holiday music playing and all are decorated to the hilt. An evening walking through Naples during the holidays is quite an experience and really gets you in the holiday spirit.

Visited Naples Island on New Year Eve. The whole residential area along the canal was glittering with lights. Could judge the enthusiasm of people living there for celebrating Christmas and New Year. Could see many people taking boat rides. Many people were roaming in the area to enjoy the lighting decoration.

I was there over the weekend but couldn't find the walkway to the beautiful houses or neighborhood. We walked towards the beach area and that looks relaxing :)

You can walk along the canals and see the houses very easily. Lots of variety and very lovely. Just turn off of the main road toward the island and there are places to park.

This is beautiful place for strolling or vigorous walking. Park where you can and walk the canals. Looking at the houses and boats is fun and free.

This is one of my favourite spot in the area. Whether it’s walking or on the water, it’s great sightseeing and I find a different area every time.

This place is relatively unknown still to Los Angeles County folks who live north of the 105. Its quaint and beautiful. Really nice breezes, lovely custom homes. Boat docks everywhere. We take our SUPs out on the canals almost every weekend. Such a peaceful place to paddle before brunch. Keep an eye on the street signs when you park.

This is a jewel of a neighborhood with mostly single family homes but some apartments. It is a nice place to be by the bay and see the beautiful boats and catch the breezes.

We were visiting the south coast area for a few days with family and were looking for an outdoor activity. We rentied some kayaks and paddled around this bay for about 2 hours. It sounds like most people just spend one hour and kayak around the small canal area of Napels island. It was interesting to view all the expensive cute houses along the canal we do a lot of kayaking so it only took us about 1/2 to do the whole thing, so we paddled up the canal to were the map said there was a wetlands area. We paddled for about 1/2 hour- about as far as you could go up the canal and if there was a wetlands with birds, we could not find it. We did see a few patheti looking birds sitting on an oil containment barrier with a bunch of oil wells in the background. We the paddled around Naples island even though they don't recommend it because the canal is wide and has much bigger boat traffic. It was a weekday during early spring so there was not much activity. We spend another 45 minutes paddling around the outside of the island and back to the beginning. It was an OK outdoor activing for the Los Angels area but not that great.

Naples is full of expensive homes and some shops and restaraunts...It is a locals place not really meant for tourists....

I went there by chance, on my way to another destination, Would easily go back. Close enough to LB with a different atmosphere

What a lovely place to stroll at sunset. We recommend a stroll both before and after dinner on the island. We especially admired the landscaping on the island. The landscaping is peaceful with a touch of whimsy.

amazing xmas lights along canals. Great walk to make with family and friends or a loved one after a glass of wine ;)

We decided we would try to come back and stay on or near Naples Island, so we can take advantage of the water sports. Walking around the neighborhood and seeing the houses along the canal was wonderful. Loved it.

We live in Long Beach, and we have been coming down to Naples Island for years. We love to walk and look at all the beautiful homes and beautiful views, especially during Christmas. Walking in Naples Island is wonderfully relaxing and lifts your spirits. I just wish I could afford a home there! Parking is at a premium during Christmas, so you may have to park and walk quite a bit just to get there.

The walk around the canals is really lovely and the houses are absolutely beautiful. It's nice to kayak as well, although the water in the canal is pretty low so you don't get the same view of the houses and mostly just see boats and the canal walls. Canals are a little narrow, but we didn't have any issues with passing boats.

quaint unique they even have gondolas off second street significant shopping area it is a street for strolling

If I moved to LA I will live at Naples Island. So many houses (big and small) close to the water. You can swim in the canals connected to the ocean. The water is nice and no waves. There is a beach Mothers beach on the island. A lot of boats in this area. A big Marina is located close.

great place to take a leisurely walk around the beautiful homes along the bay. everyone friendly. quiet and very relaxing

Compared to the more shopping-intensive Belmont Shore just over the bridge to the west, Naples Island is mostly residential. But they've run with the Italian theme, from the street names to the gondola rides to many of the restaurants. You'll find some excellent eats along 2nd Street, including foodie bars like Crows, Nico's and KC Brannigans, and Naples Rib Company, and the trio of restaurants by Naples resident Micahel Dene: Michael's Pizzaria, Michael's on Naples Ristorante, and the stellar Chiannina Steakhouse.

If you drive around Naples, you'll pretty much cover every street, road, and alley in an hour or less. On a bike? About as long. You'll find some grass at Naple's Fountain and nearby Naples Plaza, and Mother's Beach is great if you prefer the stillness of Alamitos Bay to the slightly less still breakwatered Long Beach ocean beaches. There are some benches near the waterways where you can while away the time watching the sunset or viewing folks rowing, paddling, or drifting along as gondoliers do the hard work. These water vessels are rentable, if you want to tour the houses or the bay or the canal by water.

At Christmas time, it's a popular place to walk around, or take a slow motion bay cruise, to view the (sadly, diminishing) decorated homes. It's still a decent concentration of huge houses you'll never afford decked out to the nines in holiday decorations.

Most of the year, Naples Island is not really a tourist destination. But it can be a pleasant surprise if you want a respite from the crush of Belmont Shore and want a bite to eat or a quiet place to enjoy the view with a loved one, or just your thoughts. It's relatively uncrowded, and those you do see tend to be pleasant and looking for something similar. For most of Long Beach, it's a shortish drive to another world.

Naples is beautiful well worth a visit but a little tricky to locate but persevere you won't be disappointed. Pretty waterways lined with beautiful houses all with their own moorings. It's a residential area so no shops or cafes but you can have a lovely stroll round and admire this pretty place.

We spent an hour kayaking through the canal and gazing at beautiful homes and boats. An hour was plenty of time, but more would have been fun too.

Charming ... atmosphere of Venice with the canals and narrow streets. The Christmas decor and lighting on the homes really make this a must visit during the holiday period ! We visited after the new year when half the homes had taken down their Xmas lights but still worth it.

It's always pleasant to walk along the water channels Naples Island provide, particularly around Christmas time as most houses exhibit beautiful decorations. Parking however certainly can be a challenge.

Naples island is a very cool community that has Venice type canals tuning throughout which then lead into the ocean. They have a kayak and paddle board rental on Horney Corner and its a lot of fun to rent and then kayak or paddle through the canals. The homes on the canals are amazing and it's cool to see all the huge boats docked. During Christmas there is a very cool light parade on the boats.

What a lovely surprise this was! My husband researched it and surprised me with a lovely sunset walk. The houses alone are beautiful, add amazing Christmas and Hanukkah decorations and a lovely evening walk and you have a perfect evening activity. I had never even heard of Naples Island and now I want to tell everyone about it.

We were taken by family to see Naples community Christmas light display. Beautiful lights with many houses well appointed with Holiday decorations.

Naples island is just a small island with amazing houses you can see quire close. there are walkways by the blue canals were you can bike, walk around or even kayak. During the summer is a beautiful setting worth your while to look at and during the winter the xmas boat lights festival is really something.

We were very surprised when we drove into Naples Island. I want to live there! It's such an interesting, eclectic mix of homes. No real "yards", lots of neat little laneways, big enough for one car. Lots of dead ends and one ways. This was about the best and biggest surprise yet. Next time, I will do a bit of research and really check it out! Can't wait!

Naples is a beautiful neighborhood of luxurious houses built on channels like in Venice. You can wander up and down the canals and bridges. Houses of all shapes and sizes. Gorgeous gardens and landscaping.

Naples Island is the location of some lovely upscale houses and a nice boating harbour where most of the waterfront houses have thheir own dock.But the reason I go there every year is the wonderful front yard Christmas displays. You can spen an hour or two walking up and down the streets and bridges viewing these private Xmas scenes and I enjoy them very much..go there

There are islands in Long Beach. On the Islands there rae neighborhoods with nice houses as well as beautiful waterways. There are lots of private boats in this area as well. Its part of what I like to see and adds to the charm of Long Beach.

What a fun and unusual experience. Gondola Getaways brought over real Venetian boats to take people around the canals in the Naples islands in Long Beach. Nico actually sang and has a wonderful voice. I rented a gondola for two for my husbands birthday. People were there in larger parties for all sorts of occasions. The tour by boat takes an hour where you go through the canals slowly and see all sorts of architecture along the canals. People were friendly, passing in their boats. There are bridges to sail under, water fowl and just beautiful vegetation in the yards. I brought some drinks as they suggested so they could put them on ice. You bring your own drinks and snacks, recommended. Go when it is still light so you can see easily and bring a jacket as the wind can pick up. This was such an unusual and delightful surprise.

This was our biggest disappointment in Long Beach. Not much happening here. Maybe a nice neighborhood on water but it is difficult for a tourist to grasp this. Parking is very limited and controlled. We advise you to investigate for yourself and consider skipping it!

We have been to Venice, Italy and have done the real thing. This wasn't a bad version. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

A great place to visit. Visiting makes you feel like you stepped back into the old days of Long Beach history. The docents are dressed in clothes from the olden days of early California History.

I've never had so much fun at an outdoor event and walking through a respected neighborhood...the multi-colored pageantry of the themed boat parade was one thing, but the Christmas lights on the lovely homes really warmed the welcome to this event. There were parties, bands, and residents welcoming residents and visitors to enjoy the event all over the island. It was really great. Thank you all for your hospitality!

You mioght not like it if you lived here, because we strollers can look right inside your living room and kitchen and see what kind of housekeepers you are. But it is fun to stroll along the boat docks and quaint houses on tiny lots. Great restaurants on 2nd Street nearby.

A high-end beach town with lots of interesting people watching in a cool-laid-back beachy way! Get your Naples on!!!

If you wanna go boat riding this place is the spot to go in the early morning just to release some stress and simply relax.

Naples offers an endless vacation for its residents. Marked by a circular canal and a protected strand of beach, visitors entering the neighborhood off 2nd Street on Ravenna Drive. An iconic fountain, La Bella Fontana di Napoli, welcomes you to the Colonnade. Here, the heart of Naples culminates with a small parkway that looks out across the canal to the beach along Alamitos Bay. The canal is crossed by five Italianate bridges, one of which connects Treasure Island. Duffy boat cruisers, paddle boarders and kayakers make the Rivo Alto Canal, the Naples Canal, and Alamitos Bay their playground. The gorgeous homes here vary in style from Spanish Revival to Nantucket to mid-century modern architecture. Home owners greet each other on the walking path along the canal - a beautiful route for dog-walking or an evening stroll. Resident homeowners keep privately owned docks along the canal. Sailors and boat owners also have access to Marine Park, as well as the Long Beach Yacht Club. This intimate community even boasts it’s own California Distinguished School, Naples Bayside Academy.

A nice place for a walk along the canals or Visit Treasure Island across the bridge and see one of the most expensive pieces of real estate in the city, which fronts Alamitos Bay. Gondolas are available for a romantic cruise on the water. A special event happens every year during the Christmas season with beautiful lights and decorations and a boat parade

Great place to walk. Park your car and walk along the canals, over bridges and past beautiful houses. For more adventurous types, you can rent Kayaks, paddle Boards or Duffy boats and cruise through the canals.

Not what I expected. Not very impressed. Nice walk through a rich small neiborhood. Wish we had gone visit somewhere else.

An evening walk in Naples in December is a great way to spend a night. I've never seen houses decorated like this, and this little community actually looks Italian - canals and bridges. The houses were decorated with lights, some with music and disco balls, moving parts and a mini roller coaster. It delighted both the kids and adults in our party!

Looks like a residential area, wasn't designed for visitors. No cafe or restaurants. Very narrow roads with lots of dead end streets, and very few parking. The view looks nice though. If you are close by it worth visiting for sure.

I would only visit if you are in the area. It is just a quiet marina area with all different types of boats. There was one person swimming, 1 paddle boarding and 1 or 2 on the beach. The beach area is small. I made a special trip to see it and regretted it.

We walked thru the Beautiful canals of Naples. These homes are all different and unique. Lots of benches to sit and cuddle. We watched a Beautiful Sunset from here. Very Romantic setting.

My husband surprised me with this while we were visiting LB. It was a wonderful experience. I always enjoy looking at beautiful houses. Man there were some beauties! Our guide Evaluna was wonderful too. She sang us a song under one of the bridges that has great acoustics. She has a great voice. I’m sure she does it for everyone but we felt special and enjoyed it. Only problem is that now I want to do it again when the house are decorated for Christmas!!

We visited it on a Sunday morning. It has a nice scenery, beautiful houses, and presents a (almost) "foreign" look. We had breakfast and enjoyed the quit surrounding.

Great place to stroll around or take power walks. Mothers beach and the Long Beach Yacht Club are near by as well. Great for bike riding too. Enjoy this island year round.

Nothing really special about. Just crowded houses next to each other is about it. I was disappointed as II was expecting something like Balboa Island in Newport Beach. What a letdown this was.

Every year my friends visit me from different parts of the world. Every year I take them to see the lights on Naples Island. We have experienced, carolers, Jamaican Drum players, chestnuts and apple cider given to us by the homeowners as well as candy canes and good cheer. We have also experienced it from the water in the form of a gondola ride, kayak ride or hydro bike. It is an awesome way to experience Christmas California Style. The only draw back is parking. It is best to park outside of the neighbor hood and walk in.

Wonderfully situated between the ocean and the mainland, this little treasure has been greatly planned and amazingly executed to present a canal extension from the ocean and creating a breath-taking well organized habitat. I encourage you to visit it. There are plenty of restaurants and coffee-shops surrounding the area and plan on a nice walk to the oceanic beach that is two to three blocks away..

I have lived on Naples Island for 20 years, walk the canals, go on a gondola ride and eat at many different food spots on 2nd st

This is a great place to go kayaking or paddle or bring your own stand up paddle boarding. They have beautiful Christmas lights on the homes and a boat parade each year or you can cruise around in a Duffy boat. The 4th of July is a very busy day there. It is so much fun watching the kayackers if you live there or in (Belmont Shore) or if you're at a party. I wouldn't really go there if I didn't live there. Parking is most likely impossible. 2nd Street has so many restaurants nearby. I lived in the area (Belmont Shore right across from the canals) for many years and the view never gets old.

You can rent a Duffy boat and ride through the canals and see beautiful homes, wave at other boaters, have a picnic onboard, and even see a dolphin or seal occasionally ad we did last time. It is truly a must-see when in Long Beach.

We waited until after Christmas to walk around the canals and view the lights in Naples. We found parking easily and the crowd was minimal. The houses were beautifully decorated and some were very creative. Only a few houses had lights/decorations that were not turned on. There were decorated boats giving tours in the canals and gondolas for a more intimate tour. We also noticed hydrobikes in the canals so you can view the lights from the canal at your own pace. There were some great photo opportunities so bring a camera!

I lived on Naples Island in the '80s and return there for a drive around when I'm in the area. This was my most favorite of all places I've lived. Not only is it on the water with some great views but it is its own little secluded spot. No traffic. No traffic noise. Christmas season is always a good time to visit. There's the boat parade and the houses and boats are festively decorated. Then there's the Gondola Getaway that takes you on the canals around the island and across the bay. This is always a hit with visitors but I never tired of a relaxing ride with my significant other and some champagne and cheese. Unique! Naples has changed little over the years. There are some stunning rebuilds but there are also many of the charming bungalows of years past. Charmingly well kept. Great place to just take a quiet relaxing walk around the canals or take the gondola ride. There are also several quality restaurants on Second street which is just a short stroll from the main part of the Island.

Naples can be enjoyed a number of ways, depending on the season. During Spring and Summer, one can do the conventional and walk the neighborhood with its incredible, swanky architecture. Stand Up Paddle (SUP) is available for the fit, adventuorous crowd as are kayaks. Duffy Boats are for rent and great for a small group of friends who want to nosh and sip and take in the beautiful watery "streets." For the ultimate over the top romance, rent a gondola complete with your own gondolier who will serenade you while guiding the gondola through Naples. At Christmas, there these cool paddle bikes to cruise Naples. Fun!

Cute little island with nice walk ways on the water around the island and on the inner canal. Perfect for nice views, relaxing scenery, and romantic too.

You can grab a coffee on Second Street and stroll the islands or take your power walk and make a date of lunch afterwards. The homes are lovely, people are friendly and the paddleboarders, kayakers, swimmers, boaters, birds and wildlife are fascinating.

This area is lovely any time of year but the Christmas displays will put you in the holiday spirit - hint: go mid-week, the weekends are a crush of crowds. Summer is fun with everyone out enjoying the walking and the water.

I go to Naples Island several times a year. It is only 5 miles from my home but a pleasant place to visit. Naples Island is a little island within a lager island. It is very beautiful (and expensive) houses on a charming circular canal. Of course the best time of year to go is during the holidays which the houses are decorated with Christmas and Hannukah lights. The Naples Boat Parade is a huge draw. Parking is very difficult if not impossible for that because so many people turn out. It is a relaxing walk around the canal of the interior island. I always take out of town guests to see this area. I have rowed a kayak through the canal and also rode in a gondola. The gondola rides are a romantic event for couples or small groups.

Been here two years in a row now. If it's not too far off a drive for you I definitely recommend going. You can stroll the canal which is one big circle, no worries about getting lost, you'll end up back at your car eventually. Not too long of a walk. Gorgeous and unique homes right on the water. The lights were nice, nothing over the top. Some boats go through the canal lit up also. The residents are very friendly, either selling hot chocolate and snacks for a couple dollars or handing out Christmas cookies for free. There's a couple spots where a couple musicians are playing Christmas songs. It's a nice atmosphere. It can get crowded only because the walkways get narrow at times. Pet friendly & kid friendly and FREE! Plenty of places within a mile to eat from fast food too nice bistros. No bathrooms so take care of that before hand. Parking is limited on the streets but it's a short walk from the marina parking lot. Only complaint was that not all the houses were decorated. But still nice to see the architecture and walk along the water.

Narrow streets and lovely home with their own docks fill Naples Island. Be careful when you drive there, or park and walk the beautiful streets--much more peaceful.

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We had a great time walking around the island along the canals and enjoy the scenery! You can drive to the island and park your car in one of the alleys and walk. Make sure to fit this into your plan :)

great restaurants, wonderful view of the water channels that run through the city, a gondola ride of paddle board will get you closer to the water.

there are no movie stars but you don't need one. Go there for the atmosphere. Wander around by the water, especially around sunset when all the boats start coming in. Makes for some great photos. There are tons of restaurants to take it all in. You're out of the LA craziness and nice place to kick back and enjoy life.

Take a walk into Paradise or view it from a Gondola. View the lovely homes while strolling. It's a must experience during Christmas with every home decorated to please. Recommended for coupes and adults.

Whenever friends come in from out of town, I take them for rides through Naples, stopping on some of the bridges to look at the canals and lovely beach houses. There are some good eateries and shops in the area also but my favorite thing for Naples is enjoying the views. I've signed up for Gondola Getaway during the wonderful Naples Boat Parade in December. Can't wait!

Take the pathway that parallels the canals for great views of the waterways as well as the homes facing the canals. Along the way you'll find benches if a rest stop is required.

If you've been to Venice,, especially during the rainy season,, it can be a little smelly. And while you are not seeing old world architecture and beauty, bring a bottle of wine and picnic dinner and hire a gondola from www.gondo.net and you will feel like you are in the beautiful Venice canals. Remember, I did say a bottle of wine. Seriously, this is the place to be at sundown. Its so beautiful and peaceful, your Gondola specialist even sings to you. You must not miss out on the magic of Naples.. Just remember the wine!!

We hired a boat while visiting here, it’s just beautiful, lovely place to see and the people are so friendly. It’s just such a nice chilled out place to visit

Naples is great island to do a little shopping and to watch the boats (December has a boat parade for the holidays). But parking is limited so plan to walk a few blocks or circle until something opens up.

You can have a walk in the morning is soooo pleasant beaches are so clean and the yacht club very nice, the small houses in front nice and look like old

I am one of the lucky few that grew up on Naples Island. My parents moved there in 1951 and I started school in kindergarden at Naples Elementary School. Naples is a real island connected to the mainland Long Beach by two bridges. Within Naples Island is another island called Treasure Island.
The Naples area is the host to the original Long Beach Marina. The Marina was built in the early 1960's and is in the final stages of a complete rebuild.
Every Christmas, Naples hosts a boat parade that circles the island and goes through the canals of Naples. The residents of Naples decorate their homes with beautiful light displays.
Naples is located adjacent to Belmont Shore, an area of shops, restaurants and bars. One of the more famous bars is Legends, the original sports bar built in the early 1970's.
There are fantastic restaurants on the island. Knowing all of the owners, I am not going to single any one out other than to say they are all fantastic. The pricing goes from coffee shop to five star.
The closest major hotels are in downtown Long Beach. Long Beach Transit has buses and in the summer a water craft providing service from the downtown hotels to Naples. Uber or Lyft along with the local Yellow Cab provide easy access to Naples from the downtown hotels. Across the water from downtown Long Beach are the Queen Mary and Hotel Maya. Both are unique hotels and again public transportation from them to Naples is easy to get.
The City of Long Beach also has a public bicycle system that allows one to take a bicycle from downtown to Naples for a minimal charge.
Gondola Getaway provides authentic Venetian Gondolas for rides around the island. Grab a bottle of wine and some salami and cheese and enjoy the sights.
There are also kayaks and standup paddle boards available to rent. For a family ride go to the Boathouse restaurant where there are electric boats for rent that can hold 8-10 people. This is a great getaway for couples and families. When you are in Southern California plan on spending a day or two in Naples.

Venice, Italy is one of my favorite cities in the world and this place is designed in a same way. The houses are real nice on the canals. The atmosphere is so relaxing. I took Gondola ride first time when I went there in December. It was holiday season and all the houses were fully decorated on the canals. I would highly recommend it especially in holiday season (please check the dates on their website). One of the most memorable experience for me.

Naples has its own particular seaside charm. The small bridges and luxurious houses on the canals are a sight to behold. People hang out in their front yards and patios with friends drinking wine as the sun sets. There's a fabulous atmosphere here to be enjoyed.

I came there because I happened to be near Long Beach and I had heard it was a nice neighborhood for a walk. Well, it may be peaceful and nice, but there is not much to see apart some canal cramped with boats, and houses in which people, knowing that people like strolling around their neighborhood, arrange their garden furniture as if it was a store display.
If you're in that part of Long Beach, do yourself a favor and head directly to the beach.

Cute area. Walked around it. You can rent kayaks, etc. Swimming is okay there too. Don't miss an early morning walk here

My wife and I enjoy strolling along the waterfront, admiring the multi-million dollar homes with yachts docked right in front. It's a place to indulge your "when we win the lottery" fantasies. Beautiful, quiet, serene. Often there are small sailboats racing in the bay, and occasionally a powerful muscle boat will glide by with throbbing engines. Wonderful!

If you are driving, park in the free lot just east of the yacht club.

Naples is beautiful, unique. There are walkways along the canals, and you can walk these paths/walkways through the neighborhood. During December, the residents decorate their homes/yards with lights, and it's just beautiful. It's a nice place to walk during sunset also. There are restaurants that are within walking distance.

We walked along the beach to get there. The area has some nice restaurants and shops. We enjoyed walking around the canals and seeing the beautiful homes and yachts.

Post-Thanksgiving in Naples was a perfect plan after spending time with family in St. Pete. The drive was fun, the weather was delightful, the setting was great. We took the sunset cruise and enjoyed a cocktail, while being educated on the area and seeing a beautiful sunset.

We walked around the canals admiring the homes and just had a delightful time. Such a pretty setting and a wonderful 2nd street full of great restaurants and shops. Great time for a little sight seeing

Long Beach's Naples Island is a true island with quaint canals. Naples Island contains high end homes, water activities, beautiful bay views, and other activities. The Christmas/Holiday is locally known as a stunning stroll walk to view the decorated homes during the holidays. They also have a Christmas boat show. Naples Island also has several homes decorated during Halloween. There are a few great restaurants and shops to check out on 2nd Street. Rent a kayak across the bay and check out the beautiful canals at your leisure too.

This is a lovely place to visit. It is close to my home but across the bay from where I used to spend many a summer day as a child...even as an adult. My husband and I enjoyed kayaking through the canals as it is so peaceful and serene to do that. Duffy boats can also be rented close by and are also great to use in this area.

These are very beautiful & such a fun walk to take in the early evening. We saw some people on the canals in a gondola, which would be fun if you had the time.

Bundle up and walk the Naples Canals. So pretty and festive. Plus it is fun to see inside the homes that are so beautiful.

Since we were close by these canals we decided to take a short drive and compare them against the Venice Canals. The Naples Canals were filled with water and lots of people were out and about kayaking, paddling or working on their boats. While the water views were nice the houses seemed a lot closer together so there seemed to be a shortage of having ones own space. A number of the streets we drove through also were tight, really only allowing a car to drive one direction at a time. We almost had to back up awhile when a car turned into our road but luckily she found an open space so we could proceed. Overall not worth a special trip here unless they have a special event for the neighborhood.

We have walked and kayaked many times in Naples. It's interesting. Sort of a refuge for the 1% who can pretend the problems and squalor of nearby Long Beach don't exist.

Naples canals remains a somewhat hidden gem that not everyone knows about. I'm sure that the locals who live there would like to keep it that way. It's a beautiful and quaint area with mansions of every level to be found here. The canals are VERY clean with crystal clear waters. Great place for kayaking or paddleboarding. There is even a beach here.

We had a wonderful gondola ride through the canals in Naples, there are also kayaks and standup paddle boards available to rent. The Italian-style canals are very pretty to stroll in the daytime or sunset! Parking is not easy, so try to park on 2nd St. and walk. The area has some nice restaurants (both casual and fine dining).

A beautiful area that you can stroll through or take a gondola ride. Lovely homes, a scenic location just off the bay.

Naples is Nicer. There a handful of excellent places to eat. The canals are so beautiful to walk around, especially around sunset time. The atmosphere is perfect for a date. Christmas time is one of the best times to walk the canals of Naples because of the Christmas light decorations.

I definitely recommend for people to go hydrobiking. I got a deal on living social and had no problem making a reservation. It's easy, just schedule your appointment online. The long beach hydrobike staff were very friendly and helpful. Being guided through the naples canal during the Christmas holiday was awesome! Got to know some history on Naples Canal and enjoy all the christmas decorations. It's completely safe, so for all those afraid of deep water, you'll
be fine. I took my boyfriend for our 8th month anniversary and he LOVED this rather rare and adventurous idea. I say you just give it a try!!

Similar to Venice canals but looks nicer as you walk through the winter when some of the houses has Christmas lights up so you can see all the nice decorations as you scroll through the sidewalks on each side of the river to get that xmas spirit.

Naples Island is a fantastic way to spend the day either with your significant one, friends, and or family. The area is easy to get to through over the bridges, has plenty of parking, and the views, and walk arounds are great.

Don't know if it's an attraction, a dream, or a real neighborhood! The Naples area with the charming fairy-tale like homes and lovely canals are a pleasure to walk around. I've been here in all seasons and each time it's beautiful. The boat show and Christmas lights are awesome in mid December and the flowers, gondolas, canals, and bridges are just lovely in spring and summer.

We just happened to see this island after finishing the Queen Mary Ship Visit. It was worth it. A short stroll over the road/ bridges brings you to the spectacular beach. Children can play in Mothers Beach. Lot of water activities available

Nice neighborhood to walk around. Beautiful, unique houses overlooking the canal. Parking can be tricky, you park on a side street. Remember where you parked, it's easy to get turned around.

I used to live very near Naples Island when I was young and to return brought back many fond memories. It is like a different world, very calm and peaceful.

I am not sure why this is seen as a resort or attraction. It is typical Florida/Ca houses around something trying (and failing) to resemble Italy. looked hard to find somewhere to eat and failed. Suggest you give a miss.

Very pleasant to drive around in.We didn't get out, but it looks to have several good restaurants. Interesting shops.

I loved stand up paddle around the canal! was real fun, relaxing and quite! nice to walk around too!

After reading reviews we took a chance to visit the Naples canals in Long Beach. It a beautiful walk on bright sunny day with cool ocean breeze. So many different homes: old style and new architecture. It is a leisurely walk with many scenic views and opportunities to take photos. May have to try the walk at night. If you just want a relaxing walk this is perfect. Many people were kayaking, board surfing, even boating.

Cute little islands (with access via small bridge) in the 2nd street area of Long Beach. It's more for residents and not really a touristy place....