Downtown Santa Monica

Los Angeles
Santa Monica featuring general coastal views and tropical scenes

Popular places to visit

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Santa Monica Beach

4.5/5(94 reviews)

Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.

Santa Monica Beach
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Santa Monica Pier

4/5(233 reviews)

An LA landmark for more than 100 years, head to this pleasure pier for plenty of kitschy carnival fun.

Santa Monica Pier
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Third Street Promenade

5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Third Street Promenade
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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.

Pacific Park
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Santa Monica Pier Aquarium

Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at Santa Monica Pier Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
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Santa Monica Place

During your trip to Santa Monica, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Santa Monica Place. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Santa Monica Place

Things to do

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Full-Day Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour from Anaheim

S$114
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Los Angeles Sightseeing Tour from Anaheim
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All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica

S$127
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
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Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles

S$112
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles
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LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure

S$92
Per adult
LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure
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Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes

S$264
Per adult
Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes
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Santa Monica Downtown Walking Tour

S$54
Per adult
Santa Monica Downtown Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is S$155 per night from 13 May to 14 May
S$155
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6/10 (5,729 reviews)
"No hot water for bathing."

Reviewed on 30 Apr,2024

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
4 out of 5
1707 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
The price is S$396 per night from 28 May to 29 May
S$396
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, clean and nice staff, will stay here again!"

Reviewed on 30 Apr,2024

Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
The Pierside Santa Monica
The Pierside Santa Monica
4 out of 5
120 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA
The price is S$481 per night from 27 May to 28 May
S$481
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (588 reviews)
"Absolutely an amazing property, the location to the pier is spot on. Wish they served breakfast."

Reviewed on 23 Apr,2024

The Pierside Santa Monica
Hotel Carmel
Hotel Carmel
3 out of 5
201 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$425 per night from 12 May to 13 May
S$425
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this hotel in Santa Monica. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was a lovely hotel, and the staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Apr,2024

Hotel Carmel
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is S$214 per night from 28 May to 29 May
S$214
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast, and WiFi. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,983 reviews)
Convenient
"Was able to check in early thankfully as we arrived early to LA. Room has coffee maker and refrigerator which was nice even though just staying the night. Very close to the airport for convenience of next day fights"

Reviewed on 30 Apr,2024

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sheraton Universal Hotel
Sheraton Universal Hotel
4 out of 5
333 Universal Hollywood Drive, Universal City, CA
The price is S$336 per night from 22 May to 23 May
S$336
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Universal City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,487 reviews)
"Clean, safe, modern hotel. Professional customer service. Offers free shuttle bus to and from Universal Studios but also walkable if you prefer to walk."

Reviewed on 27 Apr,2024

Sheraton Universal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica

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West Los Angeles

1/5(1 area review)

Visitors to West Los Angeles love its ample dining options, and if you want to check out some more things to do around town, jump on the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation.

West Los Angeles
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Mar Vista

Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penmar Golf Course and Walk Streets.

Mar Vista
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Westwood

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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 neighbourhood.

Westwood
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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.

Century City
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Westchester

You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Promenade at Howard Hughes Parkway Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to see more of the city.

Westchester
Melrose Avenue showing shopping, fashion and signage

West Hollywood

If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, Sunset Strip and The Comedy Store are top sights worth seeing.

West Hollywood

Downtown Santa Monica