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
The Ultimate LA Tour: Full Day Sightseeing Tour On Electric Bike
Open-Air Bus Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes
Shared 3 Hour Los Angeles Tour
City Cruises Marina del Rey: Premier Dinner Cruise
Hollywood Sightseeing and Celebrity Homes Tour from Santa Monica
Top hotels in Downtown Santa Monica
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica
Nice room Bed was ok
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
The room was spacious, the desk check- in efficient, amenities including a steam iron plans!!! and water provided , coffee - all good! The food was delicious with a hearty breakfast and location was good for our venue!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Clean room, nice shuttle to and from the airport! Helpful staff!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Great stay good place!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hotel Burbank
It was clean but one drawer had stuff left by the previous guest. The refrigerator also had food left by the previous guest. The hall light inside the suite went out. The staff
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
5th floor room, water pressure in shower was poor….otherwise great stay
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santa Monica
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Santa Monica Beach and Venice 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 Walk Streets and Santa Monica Beach.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion 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.
Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Bowlero Los Angeles is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to see more of the city.
