Top 10 Best Things to Do in Santa Monica
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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Santa Monica

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  • Santa Monica State Beachtop_1
    󰺂7.9
    Santa Monica1.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Global 50 - Cool Water Escapes
    Highlights:
    󰋄Santa Monica's iconic pier symbol
    󰀆Titanic Ferris Wheel & Forrest Gump Restaurant
    󱨠Saved by 773 users󱨠278 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Key highlights: 1. The legendary Santa Monica Pier: Pacific Park is a seaside playground located on the pier! The colorful solar-powered Ferris wheel is an absolute landmark. When it rises to its highest point, you can see the panoramic view of the sea, sky and city, especially at sunset. The romantic value is off the charts. The exciting roller coaster roars over the Pacific Ocean, and screams and the sound of waves are intertwined. History and feelings: The old pier built in 1909 is itself a historical relic, and the creaking wooden boardwalk is full of traces of time. This is the legendary end of Route 66, and the famous "End of the Trail" sign is a must-see. * Street art and performances: Street artists often perform on the pier and pier (music, juggling, performance art), full of unexpected fun. 2. Vibrant seaside atmosphere: Third Street Pedestrian Street: Close to the beach, a world-renowned pedestrian shopping and dining street. Brand stores, specialty shops, restaurants and cafes are lined up, and street performers are constantly performing. The bustling vitality extending from the beach to the city is seamlessly connected. Bicycle Path and Skateboard Culture The wide and flat seaside bicycle path is the best way to experience the coastline (car rental is available). The skateboard park is full of masters, showing California's unique street sports culture. Muscle Beach: Outdoor fitness area on the south side of the pier, watch the strong men and hot girls show their muscles, practice gymnastics, and experience California's healthy and sunny lifestyle. 3. Classic California Seaside Experience Watching the sunset: The pier is a great place to enjoy the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. The silhouette of the Ferris wheel is set against the sunset sky, and the atmosphere is full. Beach Walk and Leisure: The beach is wide, suitable for walking, sunbathing (bring your own blanket), and watching surfers chasing waves. But the sand is coarse, the sea water is cool and the waves are big, and the pure swimming experience is average

  • Rte 66top_2
    󰺂6.5
    Anaheim.Anaheim City Center57.9 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoSouthern California Vintage Car River Festival Begins
    Highlights:
    󰋄Mountain & plain breathtaking view
    󱓊Spans 2,500 miles across USA
    󱨠Saved by 135 users󱨠39% positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    On the way from Phoenix to Page, we passed through three areas with completely different geological features and vegetation. When we first left Phoenix, we saw columnar cacti on both sides of the road. As the altitude increased, the cacti and other low shrubs disappeared, replaced by tall pine forests, and finally the barren plateau with Danxia landform characteristics. It was amazing!

  • CA-1top_3
    󰺂6.4
    Monterey County>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoCalifornia State Route 1 has been rated as a must-drive route
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Parking & scenic views available
    󱓊Unique purple beach in the world
    󱨠Saved by 120 users󱨠126 positive reviews
    4.9/5
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    The essence section is the section from San Francisco to Los Angeles, and it must be opened from San Francisco to Los Angeles, because the road on the right is facing the sea, this direction is open, and the scenery is beautiful. It is really the most beautiful road. We drove for 3 days, the first day from San Francisco to Monterey, the second day to Pismo Beach, the third day to Los Angeles, all the way to stop, while walking, playing, the sea view is invincible, a lot of flowers that have not been seen in China, really beautiful. The main attractions passing by are Half Moon Bay, Dove Point Lighthouse, Monterey Town, Carmel Town, 17 Mile Bay, Big Sur McVeigh Falls, Bixby River Bridge, Elephant Seal Beach, Pismo Beach, Solvan Danish Town, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica Beach, etc.

  • Santa Monica Pier
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    󰺂5.0
    Santa Monica1.4 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoWatch a romantic sunset in Santa Monica
    Highlights:
    󰋄Overlook pier & seagulls
    󱨜Historic landmark: Twin Joint Pier
    󱨠Saved by 140 users󱨠49% positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    With inexpensive parking nearby, amusement rides, fried food, candy, and endless people watching; the Pier is a great way to spend a whole day in Southern

  • Third Street Promenade
    5
    󰺂4.5
    Santa Monica.Santa Monica598m from downtown
    Highlights:
    Shop & enjoy ocean views
    󱓊Trendy shops & cafes hub
    4.7/5
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    Light up the city's bright starry sky Chongqing Raffles City Light Festival The first Chongqing Raffles City Light Festival is here, with many bright lights, take photos Meimeiko, climb the tallest building in Chongqing to overlook the entire city, beautiful and romantic, Location: Chongqing Raffles Shopping Center , Location: No. 8 Jiesheng Street, Yuzhong District There are many lighting check-in points: Blue Dream, Raffles Gate 1, a huge whale cruises in the Milky Way, travels between virtual and reality, and stirs up waves in the stars Wandering in the Milky Way, Raffles Gate 2, the golden crescent is surrounded by silky galaxy dust, shining in the quiet night of the mountain city garden. Galaxy Bridge, Raffles Gate 3, 6 sparkling starlight bridges, lighting up the entire road to the Star Dream. Star Gate, Raffles Gate 7-9, thousands of stars in the shape of galaxy ribbons swirl upwards. Fireflies in the clouds, Chongqing Raffles Discovery Pod. Observation deck, 250 meters high in the tropical rainforest, gently swaying dandelions and flying fireflies around you. Starry secrets, Chongqing Raffles walk in the clouds, walk in the clouds to enjoy the city's two rivers and four banks of the excellent scenery, feel the romantic stars within reach. - The cloud walk is fully protected by safety rope buckles, very safe.

What Best Things to Do are there in Santa Monica?
These are all Best Things to Do in Santa Monica:Santa Monica State Beach, Rte 66, CA-1, Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Santa Monica?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Santa Monica include:Santa Monica State Beach:4.6, Rte 66:4.7, CA-1:4.9, Santa Monica Pier:4.6, Third Street Promenade:4.7
At what locations in Santa Monica can Best Things to Do in Santa Monica be found?
The Best Things to Do in Santa Monica are mainly located in:Santa Monica State Beach:Santa Monica, Rte 66:Anaheim, CA-1:Monterey County, Santa Monica Pier:Santa Monica, Third Street Promenade:Santa Monica
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