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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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.

Ocean Avenue

Things to do

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Full-Day Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour from Anaheim

Rp1.314.355
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour from Anaheim
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All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica

Rp1.468.985
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

Rp1.298.892
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles
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LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure

Rp1.066.947
Per adult
LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure
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Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes

Rp3.046.211
Per adult
Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes
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Santa Monica Downtown Walking Tour

Rp618.520
Per adult
Santa Monica Downtown Walking Tour
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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 Rp1.603.770 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp1.603.770
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6/10 (6,230 reviews)
"Loved everything! Highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
The Pierside Santa Monica
The Pierside Santa Monica
4 out of 5
120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
The price is Rp4.626.222 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp4.626.222
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (688 reviews)
"Retro refit done with excellent taste. Only one concern air conditioner out but they comped our valet parking and offered free breakfast."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

The Pierside Santa Monica
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp4.445.716 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp4.445.716
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free beach shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Micciche
"Check in was good and fast I like the room but the balcony is tiny and no seating and not much of a view."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2024

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel
3 out of 5
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
The price is Rp3.256.635 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp3.256.635
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful. Efficient, knowledgeable and so friendly. Cannot beat the location. I ended up leaving some of my luggage on the sidewalk on departure and the bellman saw my name and knew I left it behind! He safely stored it."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Hotel Carmel
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
4 out of 5
6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp2.087.606 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp2.087.606
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,887 reviews)
"Nice facility close to the airport. Great staff and service."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2024

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is Rp1.956.272 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
Rp1.956.272
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,017 reviews)
"Check in was simple, the valet parking employees were super friendly! We only stayed one night and for being so close to an LAX it is very quiet. Rooms are large, beds are extremely comfortable."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica

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Ocean Park

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

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 Walk Streets and Venice Beach.

Mar Vista
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Westwood

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

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