Santa Monica Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Glowing Lights of Santa Monica Pier 🎡🎢

You might have seen the iconic Santa Monica pier in numerous movies, TV shows and music videos. I found my visit to Santa Monica Pier at night to be a mesmerizing experience. To get here, I took the Metro E Line to the final stop, Downtown Santa Monic, from downtown Los Angeles. It is quite a long ride, considering you ride more than half the length of the entire line, but it is comfortable and convenient. From there metro station, it is then just a short walk over the pier. Approaching it from afar for the first time, I saw how the pier was a vibrant hub of activity and lights. Strolling along the wooden planks, I was captivated by the theme park rides on the pier, particularly the colourful Ferris wheel which casted a magical glow against the dark sky as it spun. The sound of kids laughing and the happy chatter of people around filled the air, blending with the rhythmic crashing of waves below. At the end of the pier, I could see the dark and vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. Santa Monica Pier is a must-visit destination when visiting Los Angeles as it is a gem on the Southern California coastline. #WinHKFlight #winhkflight As an avid photographer, I'm drawn to Hong Kong for its vibrant and varying sceneries and cit scapes. I'm eager to capture the city's dynamic skyline, bustling street markets, and picturesque landscapes, including The Peak, Man Mo Temple and Tsim Sha Tsui.

Santa Monica Pier and Beach

Santa Monica is one of the attraction place in Los Angeles, California. It have iconic beaches in the Greater Los Angeles area. The pier inside is always teeming with activity and people. Hence, a stop at Santa Monica Pier and Beach#santamonica to explore the famous boardwalk and shop along the Street Promenade. There is a Ferris wheel there and some shops to purchase souvenirs and food stalls. This is one of the reason that you will explore why it is so beautiful.

🎡 An iconic place in Los Angeles

🏖️ It's very crowded and full of activities during summer. Don't be fool by the hot weather as the water temperature is pretty cold. 🇺🇸There are many country flags along the beach for some photo opportunities. Of course, not to forget the colour ferris wheel which is Santa Monica's icons in most LA's tourism materials. A visit to Santa Monica can just be a walk along the Broadwalk and go to Santa Monica Pier. There are some rides or games in the arcade. There are also many food stores, seafood restaurants or some Mexican stalls selling fruit. If you have time, stay till sunset where you can see the sun descending with the skyline and the vast ocean. What a beautiful view not to be missed! #meetlosangeles

Amazing views & Route 66, Santa Monica Pier

#meetlosangeles Visitors worldwide enjoy the classic California beach life and admire the road-trip legendary Route 66, end stop at the Santa Monica Pier. On most clear sky days, the beach is full of ocean lovers; surfing, picnicking, fishing, and sunbathing. Family and friends enjoy their day out for its eateries, shops, arcade, roller coaster, giant Ferris wheel and other rides. The famous 1922 fair carousel, it’s a National Historic Monument now. Those unique attractions attract people from anywhere to spend their days here. Access to the pier is free. For the aquarium, Rides at Pacific Park tickets are required. Address: 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401

#WinHKFlight Santa Monica Beach

#winhkflight Santa Monica Beach embodies the epitome of coastal beauty, captivating visitors with its sweeping stretches of golden sands and the rhythmic melody of crashing waves. The soft, powdery sands invite barefoot walks and leisurely sunbathing, while palm trees sway gently in the ocean breeze, casting dappled shadows along the shoreline. Against this idyllic backdrop, the iconic Santa Monica Pier stands as a beacon of fun and entertainment, offering panoramic views of the coastline and a plethora of attractions. The sunshine with blue sky offering the feel of walking along Santa Monica Beach is like stepping into a postcard. As well, Santa Monica Beach is a heaven for those seeking solace and serenity amidst nature's splendor. #usa #santamonicabeach I want to travel to Hong Kong to visit the beach at Stanley.

Wonderful Santa Monica

#meetlosangeles What a wonderful place to visit. Lively attraction, full of entertainment with so many fun activities nearby happening. We spent a couple hours there and enjoyed the sunset very much. At sunset don't miss to go to the end of the boardwalk to watch that sunset and you can get your coffee from many coffeshop around you. There are a variety of food and drink options and many vendors providing custom gifts along the pier. It is great for all ages as there is a theme park for the kids. Highly recommended!!

Charming Santa Monica Pier

#passionpassport Jutting out into the Pacific Ocean at the intersection of Ocean and Colorado, it symbolizes the heart of Santa Monica and is one of the most photographed locations in the world. Discover more than just a Pier, we are a destination where people come together to enjoy local culture and to reconnect with the Pier’s storied past. Whether you are here to take in the incredible views, ride Pacific Park’s Ferris Wheel, hosting an event, or joining us for another family-friendly activity, we can’t wait to welcome you to the Santa Monica Pier. #santamonica #beach #beachview #california #usa

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Solar-Powered Joy Ride: Santa Monica's Ferris Wheel

Did you know Santa Monica Pier boasts the world's first solar-powered Ferris wheel? Let's take a ride on this sustainable wonder at Pacific Park! 🎢🌞

Roller-coaster 🎢 by the sea 🌊

#wecreate Pacific Park is a great spot to visit if you’re looking for fun attractions and games. The best way to get there is by car or taxi, but I took a metro and then walked over there. Once you arrive, you can walk and get lost through the park and enjoy the different rides and games available. There are a dozen rides available, including the Pacific Wheel, West Coaster, Sea Dragon, Shark Frenzy, Pacific Plunge, and Inkies Scrambler. You’ll also have the chance to see children playing and enjoying themselves on the different rides. The prices for different rides range from $5-12 if I'm not wrong. The atmosphere is laid-back and casual full of families and couples, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some fun. After writing this I feel like a pretzel 🥨 #tripblazers #beachlife #awesomepic #summervacation #california #pacific

Great Amusement Park in Los Angeles

Located on the world-famous Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Park is a must visit if you are in Los Angeles. There is couple of fires including the West Coaster and Pacific Wheel, the first solar-powered Ferris wheel. There is a huge carpark located at the Santa Monica Pier which make this Amusement Park very accessible. There are also couple of shop and restaurant located along Side of the park which you can grab a bit if you are hungry.Will definitely recommend this park for a great day out .

Santa Monica Beach

"Santa Monica Beach" is one of the most famous and attractive beaches in the Los Angeles area, with convenient transportation at the end of Highway 10. The beach is 5 kilometers long. In the summer, it is often crowded here. It is worth noting that there is a pier here, which was first built in 1908 and can be said to be a symbol of "Santa Monica". The pier is high above the sea surface, and there is also a Pacific amusement park nearby. Many American movies and TV shows have been filmed here.

Beverly Hills California, USA 🇺🇸

Welcome to the rich and luxurious Beverly Hills in Los Angeles California, USA. This is where most of the worlds TV and movie celebrities shop and play. There are plenty of restaurants and luxury shops that mostly stay empty until the athletes or celebrities come and buy up most of the store. There is a park and plenty of seating areas where one can relax among their walking journey through this wide big area. There are places to park and like most places in California, a car makes it a bit easier to reach if you are trying to get here however a bus is possible too if you study the routes. Would definitely recommend for a day trip. #travel #california #beverlyhills #losangeles

Beverly Hills Tour

#passionpassport We visited Los Angeles and as driving gets little tricky in downtown due to traffic and parking we chose to use public transport. We were able to cover most of the famous places by public transport but also wanted to see places away from downtown like celebrities homes and places they go. We checked and found it’s not good idea to cover everything by taking taxi as it costs so much so we decided to take tour which took 80$ and took us in car and helped us see all famous celebrities famous spots, from shooting places, Celebrities houses, famous shops and so many places. It wa totally worth it and easy to cover so many places in short time. #hollywood #losangeles

Beverly Hills and Hollywood are located in the second most populous area in the United States. We spent just 2 days there, but probably next time I will be prepared with more days for LA and especially for Beverly hills area which is the most beautiful place in California... #happynewyear #losangeles #california #usatravel #happynewyear

Los Angeles L

A. | "City of Angels" La La Land. 🇺🇸 Experience the charm of Los Angeles! 8⃣ essential experiences that will make you fall in love with this City of Angels! 🌇 Stroll through the sunset at Santa Monica Beach and enjoy a romantic Californian moment! 🛒 Shop in Beverly Hills and explore the world's most prestigious residential area! ✨ Night view from Griffith Observatory, gaze at the stars and the city's beauty! 🌟 Take photos on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and look for the stars' tiles! 🎠 Disneyland, feel the charm of the original American Disney! 🦖 Universal Studios, explore Jurassic World and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! 🐎 Griffith Park Equestrian Center, experience the fun of equestrian culture! 🎵 Attend the Coachella Music Festival and immerse yourself in the musical experience! Stay in a unique B&B to feel the local culture, and more exciting discoveries await you!

One of the coolest attractions in the world!

A must-experience in this lifetime, the otherworldly feeling—Valley of Fire in the United States! 😜Speaking of places you must visit in this lifetime, the Valley of Fire in the United States is definitely on this list! This hottest place in the world, with its magical charm, is bursting with energy! 💃The Valley of Fire, Valley of Fire State Park is located 90 kilometers northeast of Las Vegas, USA, commonly known as the Valley of Fire. Established in 1935, it covers an area of 14,120 hectares and is the oldest national park in Nevada. It is called the Valley of Fire because the large area of Mesozoic red sandstone exposed on the surface of the valley refracts a fiery red color under the sun, and it looks like a burning valley from a distance. 😝Because of its full otherworldly feeling, it has also become the filming location for many Hollywood sci-fi films, such as 'Star Trek VII: The Final Frontier', and 'Transformers', etc. The entrance fee is 10 dollars per car, the administrator gives a park map, the main attractions are marked on the map, friends who are going to play must prepare enough dry food and water, and it is recommended to use the 'TanTu Offline Map', the park network signal is poor, it is still more reliable to use the offline map! 📍Attraction name: The Valley of Fire 📍Ticket price: 10 dollars/car

All that Glitters is Gold

Downtown LA is an excellent place to be. Whether you are in the mood for a museum stroll, food or some shopping, you will find plenty to do and see in downtown LA. The area is easily walkable, with many cultural institutions, including the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Museum of Contemporary Art. You can also find superlative restaurants catering to every cuisine taste and budget. There’s something here for everyone!

A Month In A Splendid Hollywood

Hollywood was located within Los Angeles, It is served by more than hundreds freeway and multiple Metro B Line stops. The sizable area greets the scenic Hollywood Hills to the north, as well as Universal Studios just on the other side of the hill as well the lake Hollywood Park for evening recreational activities. The stylish beautiful Hollywood and the neon District such as Walk of fame, Hardrock cafe and many more was the main attractions there. Not forgotten all the studios for all film making that make this greatest city on earth comes to live. Its been a superb and great experience to stay here for almost a month. Will come soon 👍👍👍 #hollywood #losangel

Glamour, Charm and Shine - Hollywood Street

#passionpassport Hollywood is one of the most famous place in Los Angeles. There are many famous things to do in Hollywood from taking photo with famous Hollywood Sign and Star walk of fame. Getting souvenirs from one of the many shows on the street and getting photo clicked with many characters from the movies who dressed up exactly like the movie characters to if lucky can spot a Celebrity itself on the Hollywood street. In evening street gets busy and crowded and looks very nice. People from different backgrounds and races walk on the same street making it look amazing. #hollywood #losangeles #traveling #travelusa