Things to do in Santa Monica

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Santa Monica showing general coastal views, a city and street scenes
Santa Monica showing general coastal views
Santa Monica
Santa Monica which includes general coastal views and marine life
Santa Monica featuring modern architecture, a playground and a city

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Areas of Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica which includes general coastal views and a sunset

Downtown Santa Monica

While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Santa Monica
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Ocean Park

A noteworthy feature of Ocean Park is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.

Ocean Park
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Pico

If you're spending time in Pico, check out sights like Santa Monica Place or Third Street Promenade and hop on the metro to see more the city at 17th Street/SMC Station or 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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North of Wilshire

If you're spending some time in North of Wilshire, Santa Monica Beach and Third Street Promenade are top sights worth seeing.

North of Wilshire
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North of Montana

If you're spending some time in North of Montana, Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are top sights worth seeing.

North of Montana
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Mid-City

Even though there aren't top sights in Mid-City, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach. Jump on the metro at 17th Street/SMC Station to see more of the city.

Mid-City