Downtown Santa Monica, CA
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Popular places to visit
Santa Monica Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Santa Monica Beach, a popular beach in Santa Monica. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Santa Monica Pier
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Santa Monica Pier, a favorite shopping spot in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Third Street Promenade
During your trip to Santa Monica, you can enjoy retail therapy at Third Street Promenade. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Pacific Park
Bring the family to Pacific Park and enjoy some excitement at this amusement park in Santa Monica. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Santa Monica Pier Aquarium during your trip to Santa Monica.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Enjoy the rides and games at Universal Studios Hollywood and see why people love this theme park in Universal City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Downtown Santa Monica Hotel Deals
![Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28200/28110/915fbd2a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2024
![The Pierside Santa Monica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2100/2094/f20aaf39_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2024
![Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3000/2944/78b458d6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 26 Jun, 2024
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Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2024
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Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2024
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Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2024
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Other neighborhoods around 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.
![CatCafe Lounge is an adoption service where you can hang out with cats. They serve coffee and tea, no food.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f3765fd9289d058d96e7f9804aaa35dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
West Los Angeles
West Los Angeles is known for its abundant dining options, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation.
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Mar Vista
While Mar Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walk Streets and Venice Beach.
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Westwood
Museums, bars, and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighborhood.
![City #adventure Where media content is created and history within entertainment is made.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/607577b4d54d811eb8919966bbee11f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Century City
Shopping, restaurants, and beaches are some highlights of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring.
![Beautiful campus of Loyola Marymount University.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2ffa8eebafc6ef53a0adf9e66401b41d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Westchester
Westchester is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to explore sights like Promenade at Howard Hughes Parkway Center.