- 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!
- Santa Monica, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Amusement, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 40 things to do within the city of Santa Monica, CA , followed by 906 popular activities in nearby cities, including Los Angeles, Malibu, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Glendale, San Pedro, Burbank, Torrance, Simi Valley, Rancho Palos Verdes, Carson, Culver City, Redondo Beach, Long Beach, Calabasas, Woodland Hills, Manhattan Beach, Altadena, Marina del Rey, Monterey Park, South Pasadena, Bellflower, Lakewood, Hawthorne, Downey, Montebello, Gardena, Inglewood, Paramount, Alhambra, Huntington Park, Thousand Oaks, San Gabriel, Lawndale, Rosemead, South Gate, Norwalk, Pico Rivera, Compton, Cerritos, Temple City, Whittier, Santa Clarita, El Monte, Westwood, Big Bear Lake, Newport Beach and East Los Angeles
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Under the guidance of a local expert, tourists soak up the rich history and architectural beauty of downtown Santa Monica
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The Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
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Illusionist Ivan Amodai is the creative force behind the #1 Magic Show in L.A., a critically-acclaimed production that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats until the final trick. Tickets sell quickly and should be purchased as far in advance as possible.
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Hollywoood Park is a horse racing track that provides patrons the opportunity to test their betting skills. The track was founded in 1938 by film makers Jack and Harry Warner.
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The Southeast Symphony Association is a venerable institution of African American classical musicians. Conducted by Anthony R. Parnther, the symphony includes more than 200 vocalists and instrumentalists, and performs a wide variety of musical works.
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801 S. Plymouth Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90005
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California Dream Tours is a local establishment offering guided tours to the best attractions in Los Angeles. They offer a variety of customized tours such as LA Highlight tour, LA by Night tour, a Bargain Shopper's Paradise tour and more. The guides are friendly, punctual and informative.
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The Larry Guidi Skatepark offers visitors the chance to do tricks on their BMX bikes and skateboards. The location features a variety of ledges for those who wish to practice their grinding skills.
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Eucalyptus Park offers visitors recreational activities like swimming, skating, and basketball at its sports fields and aquatics center. The park has several paved paths for walking and biking.
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Boasting a variety of family-friendly amenities, this park is known as the community epicenter in Manhattan Beach, California. With tennis courts, sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas, any family can find a day of fun at this beautiful park.
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A sports bar, Inglewood's Good Time Lounge offers a full bar and menu as well as an array of entertainment options. The bar features pool tables and a resident DJ.
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The Hawthorne Pool is equipped for both fitness swimmers and casual swimmers and families. The pool hosts youth and adult swim teams, water aerobics classes, and open swimming, and features men's and women's locker rooms.
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Open to both adults and children, South Bay Swim Team offers swim classes to visitors hoping to improve their technique. Visitors can attend events like pizza nights, holiday activities, and ice cream sundae parties.