- TripBuzz found 729 things to do with kids in or near Santa Monica, California, including 709 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Malibu, San Pedro and Glendale.
- From Santa Monica Beach to Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, the Santa Monica area offers 135 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Bike Rentals, Other Adventures and Theaters.
- Santa Monica is one of the most famous cities and beachfront areas in Los Angeles County. Home to the 3rd Street Promenade Shopping District, visitors can find iconic stores such as Fred Segal, lively street performers and diverse dining selections. Other popular points of interest include the boardwalk's amusement park, beachfront resorts and local parks.
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The large and gorgeous Santa Monica Beach is the quintessential West Coast beach. Visitors enjoy swimming, hiking, surfing, boogie boarding and beach volleyball. Sand castles and shell collecting are also popular with kids and adults.
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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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The beautiful Palisades Park has attractive amenities for adults, children and families. This gorgeous coastal park is terrific for sunbathing, swimming, outdoor yoga, t'ai chi and kite flying. Jogging paths are also available.
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The beautiful and well-maintained Santa Monica Pier is a popular place for residents and tourists, especially pier fishing enthusiasts. Although it is a beautiful location, the Santa Monica Pier is usually less crowded than those in other places.
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Santa Monica's Pacific Park is an amusement park that offers thrilling carnival games, wild rides and family-friendly attractions. The most unique aspect of the park is that it is entirely free.
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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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South of Muscle Beach Santa Monica's International Chess Park features a human-size chessboard and permanent chess tables. Open tables are free for the spectators
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214 Pier Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Bike tours are great fun but are often exhausting, especially in hot weather. Clients of Pedal or Not Electric Bicycle Private Tours avoid this situation with electric bicycles. The motorized bikes are particularly useful for powering up steep inclines.
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Cyclists of all ages enjoy the 26-Mile Bike Path in Santa Monica, California. This wide, impeccably paved route is almost entirely flat, resulting in an easy riding experience. Bikers pass many comfort stations and restrooms along the way.