By the main Terminal 1 entrance, 562 Experience sits landside
This is the little local gift shop you see before security in Terminal 1 at Long Beach (LGB), open roughly 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or until the last flight. That “562” name is the area code, and the shelves lean into Long Beach merch more than generic airport souvenirs. Prices sit in the $ tier, so you’re not getting luxury goods here, just straightforward T-shirts, mugs, caps, magnets, and small gifts.
Because 562 Experience is pre-security, it works for pickups and drop-offs as much as for passengers. If you’re meeting someone at LGB, you can grab a $10–$20 Long Beach T-shirt or a sub-$10 keychain without going through TSA. The shop focuses on local-themed items, so you’ll see “Long Beach” and “562” printed on everything from shot glasses to tote bags, with a few California and LA pieces mixed in.
Hours run from 6 a.m. to about 5:30 p.m., though staff close later if a last departure in Terminal 1 slips. Morning flights around 7–9 a.m. catch it fully stocked, while evenings after 6 p.m. are hit-or-miss if delays shuffle the schedule. If you land on one of the last arrivals and want something specific, don’t assume it’s open; check it on the way to security earlier in the day instead.
Selection skews light and easy to pack: think under-1-pound souvenirs and small soft goods you can stuff into a carry-on. You won’t find electronics or full travel gear; this is gifts, not a full newsstand. If you realize you forgot a present before heading through Terminal 1 security, 562 Experience is your cheapest and quickest fix.
Tip: Stop here before TSA if you want Long Beach-branded gifts; once you pass security in Terminal 1, options shrink to more generic airport shops.