Guidebook for Santa Monica

Suzanne
Guidebook for Santa Monica

Everything Else

Walk along the cliffs with an excellent vantage point to see the beach. Catch the sunset and check out the Rose Garden at Ocean & Palisades and instantly feel better when you "smell the roses"!
130 recommandé par les habitants
Palisades Park
Ocean Avenue
130 recommandé par les habitants
Walk along the cliffs with an excellent vantage point to see the beach. Catch the sunset and check out the Rose Garden at Ocean & Palisades and instantly feel better when you "smell the roses"!
Maybe the closest Wholefoods to us and well placed after a short walk up Montana Ave. It is small though so better for groceries than a wide selection of prepared food.
1701 recommandé par les habitants
Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln Blvd
1701 recommandé par les habitants
Maybe the closest Wholefoods to us and well placed after a short walk up Montana Ave. It is small though so better for groceries than a wide selection of prepared food.
For the creatives in you, this is a fun place to go to sit and write, journal or meditate and is a close walk away. It's not well known so you're sure to be alone most of the time :)
Goose Egg Park
600 Palisades Ave
For the creatives in you, this is a fun place to go to sit and write, journal or meditate and is a close walk away. It's not well known so you're sure to be alone most of the time :)
So you want more than just beach - well Annenburg has a heated pool, swings and a play gym for the kids as well as cultural events for the adults.
152 recommandé par les habitants
Annenberg Community Beach House
415 Pacific Coast Hwy
152 recommandé par les habitants
So you want more than just beach - well Annenburg has a heated pool, swings and a play gym for the kids as well as cultural events for the adults.
If you like hiking then take a trip to Will Roger's State Park. There are numerous hikes you can choose from differing in intensity and time to complete.
204 recommandé par les habitants
Will Rogers State Historic Park
1501 Will Rogers State Park Rd
204 recommandé par les habitants
If you like hiking then take a trip to Will Roger's State Park. There are numerous hikes you can choose from differing in intensity and time to complete.
Check out "Skull Rock" or the waterfall at Temescal Gateway park and enjoy hiking or getting secluded into the overhanging trees and woods. You can even hike from here over into Will Rogers Park
223 recommandé par les habitants
Temescal Canyon Park
15900 Pacific Coast Hwy
223 recommandé par les habitants
Check out "Skull Rock" or the waterfall at Temescal Gateway park and enjoy hiking or getting secluded into the overhanging trees and woods. You can even hike from here over into Will Rogers Park

Arts & Culture

Ever wanted to try YOUR hand at art? The perfect setting for some wine a canvas and to let the creativity flow! If you have children, this is a great place to park them while you take in Main st.
Paint Lab
2912 Main St
Ever wanted to try YOUR hand at art? The perfect setting for some wine a canvas and to let the creativity flow! If you have children, this is a great place to park them while you take in Main st.

Food Scene

Organic, Cold-pressed juices and tasty, healthy food. Look out for the grass floor and you'll see why this is a different kind of paradise in So Cal paradise!
70 recommandé par les habitants
Kreation Organic Kafe
1023 Montana Ave
70 recommandé par les habitants
Organic, Cold-pressed juices and tasty, healthy food. Look out for the grass floor and you'll see why this is a different kind of paradise in So Cal paradise!
One of our favorite Breakfast spots, Huckleberry just does it all right! Good coffee, great selections of meals with most of the produce coming from the farmers markets.
141 recommandé par les habitants
Huckleberry Cafe
1014 Wilshire Blvd
141 recommandé par les habitants
One of our favorite Breakfast spots, Huckleberry just does it all right! Good coffee, great selections of meals with most of the produce coming from the farmers markets.
A great alternative to Starbucks (across the street) this is a specialty coffee shop where you can enjoy watching the passers by on Montana Ave. It is also our closest boutique coffee spot to walk to
37 recommandé par les habitants
Primo Passo Coffee Co
702 Montana Ave
37 recommandé par les habitants
A great alternative to Starbucks (across the street) this is a specialty coffee shop where you can enjoy watching the passers by on Montana Ave. It is also our closest boutique coffee spot to walk to
One of the closest places to offer Grass Fed Beef and Lamb, this is a local hangout for us. Great gluten free options and protein style patties on salad options. Yum!
90 recommandé par les habitants
Burger Lounge
8539 Sunset Blvd
90 recommandé par les habitants
One of the closest places to offer Grass Fed Beef and Lamb, this is a local hangout for us. Great gluten free options and protein style patties on salad options. Yum!
Located on the top floor of the sexy Huntley hotel, the Penthouse provides great views and good food. Breakfast and Brunch is good here, and late nights feature a DJ and great drinks.
95 recommandé par les habitants
The Penthouse
1111 2nd St
95 recommandé par les habitants
Located on the top floor of the sexy Huntley hotel, the Penthouse provides great views and good food. Breakfast and Brunch is good here, and late nights feature a DJ and great drinks.
A great place to take the kids to spot a leprechaun or get some good old Irish spirited fun while snacking on good American grub! A good spot to get a bite after or during some sunbathing/beach time
26 recommandé par les habitants
Patrick's Roadhouse
106 Entrada Dr
26 recommandé par les habitants
A great place to take the kids to spot a leprechaun or get some good old Irish spirited fun while snacking on good American grub! A good spot to get a bite after or during some sunbathing/beach time
If you have a car, take a scenic and fun drive up to Malibu and stop off for some of the freshest and tastiest seafood in LA.
161 recommandé par les habitants
Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market & Patio Cafe
25653 CA-1
161 recommandé par les habitants
If you have a car, take a scenic and fun drive up to Malibu and stop off for some of the freshest and tastiest seafood in LA.

Drinks & Nightlife

Father's Office has some of the widest varieties of exquisite beer and wine you can find in the city. Pair that with a great burger or snacks and this is a must visit spot on your trip.
344 recommandé par les habitants
Father's Office
1018 Montana Ave
344 recommandé par les habitants
Father's Office has some of the widest varieties of exquisite beer and wine you can find in the city. Pair that with a great burger or snacks and this is a must visit spot on your trip.
If you want some nightlife then check out the upscale bar Misfit. High ceilings, a buzzing atmosphere and great design brings a NYC vibe to the beach. Dress to impress and enjoy some great food
199 recommandé par les habitants
The Misfit Restaurant + Bar
225 Santa Monica Blvd
199 recommandé par les habitants
If you want some nightlife then check out the upscale bar Misfit. High ceilings, a buzzing atmosphere and great design brings a NYC vibe to the beach. Dress to impress and enjoy some great food
Santa Monica's main nightlcub! Check their website to see who's playing and what theme it is and then enjoy the nightlife!
15 recommandé par les habitants
Zanzibar
1301 5th St
15 recommandé par les habitants
Santa Monica's main nightlcub! Check their website to see who's playing and what theme it is and then enjoy the nightlife!

Sightseeing

Grab a juice or a coffee and walk the Venice Canals. Check out some of the most beautiful homes and some of the most eclectic designs all in a few twists and turns.
947 recommandé par les habitants
Venice Canals
947 recommandé par les habitants
Grab a juice or a coffee and walk the Venice Canals. Check out some of the most beautiful homes and some of the most eclectic designs all in a few twists and turns.
The famous Abbott Kinney Blvd! Come to see unique boutiques for shops and crafts as well as some of the nicest restaurants in Venice.
1065 recommandé par les habitants
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
1065 recommandé par les habitants
The famous Abbott Kinney Blvd! Come to see unique boutiques for shops and crafts as well as some of the nicest restaurants in Venice.

Shopping

Shop till you drop at the 3rd St Promenade and the recently renovated Santa Monica Place.
1595 recommandé par les habitants
Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street Promenade
1595 recommandé par les habitants
Shop till you drop at the 3rd St Promenade and the recently renovated Santa Monica Place.