Downtown Santa Monica
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
The Santa Monica Pier is one of the best places in Los Angeles to soak up some rays and enjoy all the fun of the fair at this popular destination.
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.
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.
Heal the Bay Aquarium
Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Heal the Bay Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.
Tongva Park
Tongva Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Monica, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Things to do
Santa Monica Sinister Sins & Sorrow Ghost Tour
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Los Angeles: Heal The Bay Aquarium in Santa Monica
Los Angeles, Hollywood, Santa Monica Tour from Las Vegas
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
A noteworthy feature of Ocean Park is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
West Los Angeles
Travelers choose West Los Angeles for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Brentwood
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Brentwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Getty Center or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Mar Vista
While Mar Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
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 neighborhood.
Westchester
Westchester is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to explore sights like Promenade at Howard Hughes Parkway Center.