Downtown Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles
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Popular places to visit
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
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Original Muscle Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Original Muscle Beach during your travels in Santa Monica? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Pacific Park
Bring the family to Pacific Park and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags
Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
The Pierside Santa Monica
Great location! Walkable to the pier, restarants and souvenir shops! Great items to borrow. Beautiful lobby area with that fire always going. Expensive valet/overnight parking and our hallway smelt like wet dog.
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Hotel Carmel
This hotel is older. First the positives. It was clean and the room itself was somewhat updated. The elevator was so small you cannot fit more than 2 people in it. Hallway carpeting looks to be about 30 years old and the stairs were very narrow. The bathroom was clean but exceptionally small. The ...
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Thank you!!!
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
It was very comfortable !
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Great
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Beautiful hotel in the center of downtown!
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Popular with sunbathers, surfers, and volleyball players, Ocean Park beach offers a beachside path for joggers and bikers, while parks provide playgrounds and picnicking areas. Main Street hosts a weekly farmer's market and features boutiques and restaurants.
West Los Angeles
Divided by Interstate 405, this residential and commercial area boasts the vibrant Sawtelle Boulevard, a prominent food street, and Stoner Recreation Center with various sports facilities and a waterpark.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
Westwood
Home to UCLA, this neighborhood offers shopping, dining, and entertainment in Westwood Village. Explore cultural gems like the Hammer Museum and Geffen Playhouse Theater, or visit "Little Persia" on Westwood Boulevard.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring.
Westchester
Westchester is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to explore sights like Bowlero Los Angeles.
