Downtown Santa Monica
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Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Santa Monica Pier
This beachside playground has been a local favourite for more than a hundred years.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can do some window-shopping at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Pacific Park
Bring the children to Pacific Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at Santa Monica Pier Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.
Ocean Avenue
Enjoy an outing to Ocean Avenue during your stay in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Best of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills Tour with Beaches plus more
Classic Beach Picnic in Santa Monica (2-4 people)
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Perfect 5 1⁄2 Hour LA & Hollywood Tour from Santa Monica
Los Angeles: Heal The Bay Aquarium in Santa Monica
Santa Monica: Ghosts and Phantoms of the Pier Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
West Los Angeles
Visitors to West Los Angeles love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Westwood Village or UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Promenade at Howard Hughes Parkway Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to see more of the city.
West Hollywood
If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, The Comedy Store and Melrose Avenue are top sights worth seeing.