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Things to do in Santa Monica, Los Angeles

12 places in Santa Monica from 12 Los Angeles travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

12 places

  1. Santa Monica Pier

    Landmark ยท Santa Monica

    Iconic pier at the heart of Santa Monica with a Ferris wheel and food stands; free to walk, but crowded and touristy.

  2. Santa Monica

    Neighborhood ยท Santa Monica

    One of the most popular resort towns in the US, epitomizing California's sun-and-sand lifestyle.

  3. Pacific Park

    Activity ยท Santa Monica

    Amusement park on the Santa Monica Pier with a Ferris wheel and rides.

  4. Third Street Promenade

    Shopping ยท Santa Monica

    Pedestrian street in Santa Monica with popular shops and restaurants.

  5. Route 66 End of the Trail Sign

    Landmark ยท Santa Monica

    Sign on Santa Monica Pier marking the official western end of historic Route 66, with a route map across the states nearby.

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7 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Tacos 1986

    Restaurant ยท Santa Monica

    A Tijuana-style taco spot near the Santa Monica Pier, known for its al pastor tacos.

  2. Crafts by Andy

    Shopping ยท Santa Monica

    Family-run stall on Santa Monica Pier writing names on a single grain of rice set in a small glass pendant, operating for over 30 years.

  3. The Albright

    Restaurant ยท Santa Monica

    Popular seafood restaurant right on Santa Monica Pier, with outdoor seating and ocean views.

  4. Santa Monica Farmers Market

    Market ยท Santa Monica

    Farmers market in Santa Monica that top LA chefs rely on for seasonal California produce.

  5. Selene

    Restaurant ยท Santa Monica

    Dave Beran's Santa Monica tasting-menu restaurant where seasonality meets surrealism, with many dishes served in two parts and some eaten without silverware.

  6. Original Muscle Beach

    Landmark ยท Santa Monica

    Birthplace of the Muscle Beach fitness craze, once famous for gymnasts and still equipped with parallel bars, rings and ropes.

  7. Palisades Park

    Park ยท Santa Monica

    Clifftop park above Highway 1 with views of the pier, palm trees, the ocean and the mountains.