Downtown Santa Monica
Los Angeles
Visit Downtown Santa Monica
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
This beachside playground has been a local favourite for more than a hundred years.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can do some window-shopping at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Pacific Park
Bring the children to Pacific Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme 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 children to visit the sea life you'll find 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
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City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Nice room, great location, safe environment, close to Santa Monica pier and restaurants, valet parking.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Pierside Santa Monica
Nice bar with great food. Staff was friendly. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Clean rooms, awesome staff, very attentive
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
Staff was great
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel Burbank
Room was very clean. Staff was helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions 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 neighbourhood.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
