- 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.
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1426 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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Established in 1972, Adamm's Stained Glass & Art Glass Gallery host the art work of more than 170 artist from North America. Apart from the exhibitions, they also do repairs and restorations of historic homes and of stained glass work.
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Perhaps the most famous beach in the world, Muscle Beach is all about hardbodies. Swimming is permitted, but the beach's main attraction is its huge array of exercise equipment and fitness gear.
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The Performing Arts Center Santa Monica College
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1310 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA
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For a variety of cultural performances and plays, visit The Performing Arts Center of Santa Monica. Their offerings include dance performances, world music concerts, and local and international plays.
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A 2.07 acres park offers ocean views and quiet contemplation. Mary Hotchkiss Park's sloping lawn plays host to many picnics on weekends.
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Up-and-coming talent can be seen at Edgemar Center for the Performing Arts. Their acting school often presents plays that are open to the community.
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1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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The Santa Monica Aquarium features 100 species of marine animals and plants that live naturally in the Santa Monica Bay. The aquarium also regularly conducts classes, discussions and camps on issues affecting the health of the bay.
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415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA 90402
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Spanning a total of 245 acres along three miles of shore, Santa Monica State Beach is a beach location popular among local residents and visitors alike. Guests commonly enjoy swimming, picnicking on the sand, and enjoying the scenic views.
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1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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A Walking Tour of Historic Santa Monica, CA gives tours through the downtown area, highlighting some of the most iconic historical buildings. Tours last approximately two hours.
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Harlow Gold is modern style cabaret-show by Tracy Phillips and Dominic Carbone.The dancers hang from the ceiling, high kick, stomp on tables, tease.
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With instruments throughout the range of the guitar family, McCabe's Guitar Shop is a place to buy or learn more about different types of guitars. Sometimes there are also free concerts and information sessions.