Venice Beach is one of the most walkable, bikeable, sunniest corners of Los Angeles, and it happens to be home to one of the city's original licensed dispensaries. If you are trying to figure out where to go and how to get there, this guide maps it out. Green Goddess Collective has served Venice since 2006 from 1716 Main St, Venice, CA 90291, and its location puts it within easy reach of the beach's most famous landmarks and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Where Green Goddess Sits
The shop is on Main Street, one of the friendliest and most pedestrian-oriented stretches in Venice. Main Street runs roughly parallel to the coast, just inland from the boardwalk, which makes it a natural spot to visit before or after a day by the water. Here is how close it is to the landmarks you probably came to see:
- Venice Beach Ocean Front Walk (the boardwalk): just steps away, an easy short walk toward the ocean, and the place to catch the boardwalk's buskers, artists, and performers.
- Muscle Beach: the famous outdoor gym is a quick stroll down the boardwalk.
- Venice Skate Park: the iconic skate bowls, heir to the neighborhood's Dogtown skateboarding history, are nearby along the beach path.
- Abbot Kinney Blvd: the celebrated street of shops, galleries, and restaurants is close and very walkable.
- The Venice Canals: the picturesque waterways are a short walk south.
A lot of visitors are surprised that they can park once, visit the shop, and then cover the boardwalk, Muscle Beach, and Abbot Kinney all on foot. Venice rewards people who slow down and walk. Because the shop sits so close to the sand, it is also convenient to most Venice hotels and Airbnbs, which makes it an easy stop on the way in from the beach.
Getting There From Nearby Areas
Green Goddess is well positioned for the whole Westside.
- From Santa Monica: you are only a short trip south along the coast. Ocean-adjacent routes and Main Street connect the two beach towns directly, whether you drive, bike, or take a rideshare.
- From Marina del Rey: the shop is a quick trip north, close enough that many boaters and marina visitors make it a regular stop.
- From LAX: the airport is a straightforward drive up the coast, which makes Green Goddess a convenient first or last stop for travelers staying near the beach. Remember, though, that you cannot bring cannabis through the airport or across state lines, so time any purchase for your stay, not your departure.
- From UCLA and the greater Westside: the shop is an easy trip down toward the coast for students and locals alike.
Parking and Driving In
Here is the honest truth every Venice regular will tell you: parking near the beach is notoriously hard, and it is at its absolute worst on warm weekends. Reviewers do not mince words about the severe lack of parking in the busiest blocks. A little strategy goes a long way.
- Parking near the shop. Green Goddess has parking close to the store, which spares you the worst of the hunt. There is often a security guard on hand who keeps an eye on the block and has a reputation for helping visitors find a spot, and some regulars have even had a guard feed a meter to save them from a ticket.
- Street parking is available on and around Main Street, though it can fill up on sunny weekends. Read the posted signs carefully for time limits and street-cleaning hours.
- Public pay lots and structures near the beach and Main Street are reliable options when street spots are scarce, especially midday.
- Arrive earlier in the day if you can. Mornings are calmer, parking is easier, and the shop opens at 9am every day.
One thing first-timers often say is that showing up before the midday rush turned a potentially stressful parking hunt into a five-minute errand. Locals, meanwhile, often skip the question entirely by ordering ahead for curbside or delivery.
Biking, Walking, and Transit
You do not need a car to reach Green Goddess, and many people prefer not to bring one.
- Biking: Venice is bike country, with the beach path and bike-friendly streets making two wheels a joy. There are bike racks in the area for locking up while you shop. On a busy weekend, a bike can genuinely be faster than a car once you factor in the parking search.
- Walking: if you are already on the boardwalk or staying nearby, walking is often the simplest option.
- Transit: the Westside is served by local bus lines, including the Big Blue Bus and Metro routes that connect Santa Monica, Venice, and beyond. Check current routes and schedules before you set out.
Rideshare and Curbside
If you would rather not deal with parking at all, rideshare drops you close to the door, and it is also the responsible way to travel if you plan to consume later on private property. Never drive after consuming. Green Goddess also makes pickup effortless:
- Order online at shop.greengoddesscollective.com and choose curbside pickup.
- Pull up, check in, and grab your order without hunting for a long-term spot.
- Local delivery is available too, so you can skip the trip entirely and have your order brought to a private address.
For many Venice locals, this is the default. They browse the menu from home, place an order, and either roll up for curbside or have it delivered, leaving the parking stress to the weekend visitors.
Why the Location Matters
Being steps from the boardwalk is more than a convenience. It means you can weave a dispensary visit naturally into a beach day without backtracking across town. Browse the menu online while you are still on the sand, place an order, and pick it up on your way to dinner on Abbot Kinney. The shop's Main Street home is central to the Venice experience rather than tucked away from it.
It also means friendly, knowledgeable help is close by. Green Goddess staff are widely praised as welcoming and patient, and they are especially good with first-timers who arrive with a lot of questions. As one of the original LA dispensaries, licensed under California license C10-0000056, the shop has spent nearly two decades welcoming both newcomers and longtime locals with the same "Generosity, Guidance & Gratitude" spirit.
Plan Your Visit
- Hours: Sunday through Thursday 9am to 9pm, Friday and Saturday 9am to 10pm.
- Address: 1716 Main St, Venice, CA 90291.
- Phone: 844-420-8442.
- Payment: cash, debit, and credit, with an ATM on site.
- Discounts: ask about savings for veterans, seniors, local residents, first-timers, and medical patients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How close is Green Goddess to the Venice Beach boardwalk?
Very close. The shop at 1716 Main St is steps from the Ocean Front Walk, and it is within an easy walk of Muscle Beach, the Venice Skate Park, and Abbot Kinney Blvd. Many visitors park once, visit the shop, and explore the rest of the beach on foot.
Where should I park?
Parking near Venice Beach is notoriously tight, especially on warm weekends. Green Goddess has parking near the shop, and a security guard is often on hand who may help you find a spot. Street parking around Main Street fills up fast, so read the posted signs, and public pay lots and structures make reliable backups. Arriving earlier in the day helps a great deal, and the shop opens at 9am daily.
Can I get there without a car?
Yes. Venice is very walkable and bike-friendly, with bike racks in the area, and local transit including the Big Blue Bus and Metro serves the Westside. Rideshare drops you near the door, and Green Goddess also offers curbside pickup and local delivery through shop.greengoddesscollective.com, which is how many locals avoid parking altogether.
Green Goddess Collective is located at 1716 Main St, Venice, CA 90291, steps from the Venice Beach boardwalk. Reach us at 844-420-8442, browse the live menu at shop.greengoddesscollective.com, and stop by Sunday through Thursday 9am to 9pm or Friday and Saturday 9am to 10pm.
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