Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Santa Monica Beach

4.5/5(94 reviews)

Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.

Santa Monica Beach
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Santa Monica Pier

4/5(233 reviews)

You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.

Santa Monica Pier
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Third Street Promenade

5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Third Street Promenade
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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.

Pacific Park
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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.

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
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Santa Monica Place

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Santa Monica Place

Things to do

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5.5-Hour Exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour

฿2,823
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
5.5-Hour Exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour
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Perfect 5 1⁄2 Hour LA & Hollywood Tour from Santa Monica

฿2,696
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Perfect 5 1⁄2 Hour LA & Hollywood Tour from Santa Monica
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All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica

฿3,348
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
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Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles

฿2,960
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles
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LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure

฿2,432
Per adult
LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure
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Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes

฿6,942
Per adult
Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is ฿3,627 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿3,627
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6/10 (5,695 reviews)
"I would stay there again"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is ฿9,152 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿9,152
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great service, one of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had, the included Parking was a godsend. Very clean. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
The Pierside Santa Monica
The Pierside Santa Monica
4 out of 5
120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
The price is ฿9,624 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿9,624
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (588 reviews)
"Absolutely an amazing property, the location to the pier is spot on. Wish they served breakfast."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

The Pierside Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel
3 out of 5
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿9,121 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿9,121
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges and valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was a lovely hotel, and the staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Hotel Carmel
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is ฿4,041 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿4,041
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast and WiFi. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,990 reviews)
"Decent for a 1 night stay for an early morning flight. Didn’t care for the 200 dollar deposit. Parking fee was 25 dollars"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sheraton Universal Hotel
Sheraton Universal Hotel
4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA
The price is ฿7,874 per night from 22 May to 23 May
฿7,874
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Universal City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,493 reviews)
Good hotel
"Staff was very nice, got early check in. Great location to universal studios"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Sheraton Universal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica

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Ocean Park

4/5(23 area reviews)

Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.

Ocean Park
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West Los Angeles

1/5(1 area review)

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.

West Los Angeles
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Mar Vista

Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penmar Golf Course and Walk Streets.

Mar Vista
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Westwood

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Westwood
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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.

Century City
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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.

Westchester

Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide