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
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
Los Angeles Airport Same Day Luggage Services 1 Ticket for 2 Bags
Half Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles from Santa Monica
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open Air Tour from Santa Monica
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
The Pierside Santa Monica
Had partial view of ocean.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Hotel Carmel
Great location to the beach and the Promenade for shopping. Valet parking cost is reasonable and what I loved was the staff had umbrellas on stand-by for us to use because it was a very rainy weekend.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Ocean View Hotel
The hotel is perfect for a stay close to the ocean. Lovely staff and beautiful room!
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Had a great stay
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Room was gorgeous and pristine, the staff were very efficient and helpful, and the shuttle was easy to find and use. Definitely would stay again!
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
The place itself was good. Location was perfect for our visit. The issue- the overwhelming amount of fees that were charged!! Destination fee? Resort fee? $60 parking fee?? Had we known we may have chosen some where else
Reviewed on Mar 10, 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.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals might not have many top sights, but Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
