Downtown Santa Monica Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Santa Monica Beach, a popular beach in Santa Monica. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Santa Monica Pier
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Santa Monica Pier, a favourite shopping spot in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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?
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
The room was clean, the staff were very friendly and professional and the location of the hotel was perfect for transit as it’s close to the metro station.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport
It was great
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Beautiful, clean luxury hotel, amazing staff! We loved the heated pool & spa area!!
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Fast and friendly
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Love this stay! All staff was super friendly and helpful! Always my go-to when in Los Angeles
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Room was nice and clean as expected, the ac worked excellent in our room and the living room area. Staff was really nice, the front desk does have umbrellas they let you borrow. Came in clutch when walking to our concert at the crypto arena! Valet is super fast, you have to request your car in person ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 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 Santa Monica Beach and Venice 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.
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
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walk Streets and Santa Monica Beach.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion or Westwood Village 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.
