Santa Monica State Beach is a California State Park operated by the city of Santa Monica. The beach is located along Pacific Coast Highway. It is 3. …
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Dec 26, 2024
Many beach volley ball courts. Happy, friendly atmosphere. Nice beach to go for a walk and watch the sunset. Definitely a must visit. Full review by Sunny R
Dec 16, 2024
Santa Monica Beach is very beautiful! The golden sand, the relaxing sound of the waves, and the laid-back atmosphere are perfect. The pier, with its lights and lively vibe, adds a unique charm. It fe… Full review by Alina K
Dec 12, 2024
Santa Monica has such a charming vibe! Strolling along the pier with its vintage atmosphere was delightful, and the sunset over the ocean was simply breathtaking. The mix of lively shops, street perf… Full review by Mathéo B
Would it be a good idea to visit Santa Monica Beach and Venice beach in one day? Is it easy to walk between them or would we benefit from renting bikes? Thanks for any advise.
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Yes, you can easily walk between them, no need for bikes.
Is driving from Hollywood to Santa Monica Pier then to Malibu wine safari too much to do in one day? What's the best day to go to either place to avoid traffic? Going early March.
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Hi We drove Route 66 last September and this was the end of the last stage for us. We did not go to Malibu though so I cannot help with that. Hollywood to Santa Monica pier is a 30ish …
Hi We drove Route 66 last September and this was the end of the last stage for us. We did not go to Malibu though so I cannot help with that. Hollywood to Santa Monica pier is a 30ish minute drive depending on the time of day. As you are probably aware the traffic in LA is notorious.. The pier and beach at Santa Monica are great and there are some handy multistory car parks tucked away down the side streets that are a better price than those on the sea front. If you get time I would also go slightly down the coast to Muscle Beach and Venice boardwalk this is a real experience. Enjoy.
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How does the rolling window reservation system work?
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California State Parks moved from a block or on-sale day reservation period to a rolling window. The public can reserve the highly sought-after campsites and lodging six months...
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