A beach umbrella or those open folded shades for the day sun might be appropriate. No tents. No overnight stay.

Yes, safe

It might be possible. There was a bike rental they might have rental chairs. . If you are at a hotel near by they might have chairs for the beach . Enjoy!

no metro from Manhattan beach. uber would be best..better yet, forget the game and go to the beach!

The pier has a very cute aquarium...great for kids. It also has a snack/sandwich place. There are shop and restaurants all around the area in walking distance. We are locals and love Love and Salt which is a high end Italian restaurant that serves really excellent fare family style. The chef is well known. We love it. But there are many places. to enjoy in and around our beach.

Central location for touring Los Angeles and Orange County. You will need a car.

Taxi !

40 minutes to an hour. Depending on traffic. Uber is available at reasonable rates. Best to go late morning to avoid rush hour traffic.

Yep, it's called the ocean express. Easy to get tickets; your concierge will have them available.