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
Los Angeles: Petersen Automotive Museum Admission Ticket
Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu
Open-Air Bus Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes
City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Los Angeles: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Ticket
Los Angeles: La Brea Tar Pits Museum Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Clean room. Courteous front desk staff.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
The Pierside Santa Monica
Excellent in every way for my husband and I! Great staff and fantastic room!
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Shuttle was great. Front desk was very quick to respond. Room was clean. Would recommend.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Very nice renovated room ,quite and wonderful bed and pillows.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
Smooth and easy check in. Hotel is clean and staff are nice.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
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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.
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.
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.
Westwood
Museums, bars, and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
