- Our list of the best things to do in Santa Monica, California, features the top 947 nearby activities — including 328 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
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The Discovery Science Center plays with all of your senses. Adults and children alike enjoy this interactive and educational museum that allows visitors to experience an 'earthquake', lie on a bed of nails and play virtual sports.
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Filled with interactive science exhibits and experiments, Discovery Cube offers children a chance to learn about ecology, biology, astronomy, physics, and more. The museum features a 4D theater that shows educational films.
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The Attic Community Theater showcases plays and other performances all run by local actors and actresses. The theater strives to develop the creative acting talents of those who participate in the performances in a local community setting.
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Grand View Trail is a 1.1 mile trail for experienced hikers. The trail is unmaintained and reaches an elevation of 6235 feet. Campsites are available near the beginning of the trail.
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Pacific Railroad Museum has restored a depot to represent a working railroad station. Learn about the various aspects of railroading through artifacts and exhibits. Open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Admission is free.
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510 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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A fun and educational place for children, the Santiago Creek Wildlife & Watershed Center, Santiago Park Nature features a nature center with informative exhibits about local ecology and cultural history, as well as a play area with giant slides.
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Visitors can enjoy over 40 different varietals of wine at Winery At Main Street, a family owned and operated boutique winery. The winery hosts a variety of private events and offers live music every Friday and Saturday night.
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A scenic park featuring a moderate-length hiking trail of around three miles, Summitridge Park offers a wilderness escape. The trail offers a vigorous workout and impressive views of the surrounding woods.
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24142 E. Sylvan Glen Road, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
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Carlton Peterson Park is a leisure park that is characterized by a .36 of a mile concrete path that circles the entire park. The park also features two gazebos, both including barbecues, and is also dog friendly.
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of natural scenery including a waterfall when hiking at Santa Paula Canyon Falls / Punch Bowls. The hike to the Punch Bowls spans seven miles round trip.