Santa Monica

Anchoring the Westside of Los Angeles County, Santa Monica is a beachfront city popular with tourists for its expansive beach and its famous pier, which are among the most popular coastal attractions in Southern California. Within the city, visitors will find a number of urban shopping districts and plenty of restaurants and nightlife.

See: 105
Do: 153
Eat: 575
Drink: 199
Buy: 64

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Timed, planned outings built around a specific moment: a sunset, a view, a walk worth doing in order.

Sunset
Santa Monica Sunset Sequence
Grab a bite, catch the golden hour, and end the night with a view.
sunset · 120 min
Daytime
Morning Light at the Bluffs
Start your day at the edge of the continent before the crowds arrive.
15 Apr · 180 min
Sunset
Golden Hour at the Pier
Grab a drink with a view, catch the sunset over the Pacific, and end the night with late bites.
17:07 · 90 min
Sunset
Golden Hour at Will Rogers
Grab a coffee, watch the sun dip below the Pacific, and end the night with fresh seafood.
16:30 · 90 min
Sunset
Golden Hour at the Pier
Start with a drink near the Civic Auditorium, walk west to the Pier for the sunset, and end with dinner at a place that watches the light fade.
15 Jan · 120 min
Daytime
Santa Monica Pier and Promenade Afternoon
A straightforward loop connecting the oceanfront energy of the pier with the street life of the promenade.
none · 180 min