Downtown Santa Monica
Los Angeles
Visit Downtown Santa Monica
Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Santa Monica Pier
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
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?
Things to do
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
The Ultimate LA Tour: Full Day Sightseeing Tour On Electric Bike
Half Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles from Santa Monica
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open Air Tour from Santa Monica
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
The Pierside Santa Monica
Great hotel with great staff. Friendly and professional
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Ocean View Hotel
Unbeatable location, apart from a bit pricy for the amenities other espects are all good. Staff are helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
Rooms were nice and staff was helpfull
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Yes. Everything was great
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Always meets expectations...definitely my go to for an airport hotel. Clean, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica 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.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
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.
Westwood
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.
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.
