- 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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Hearty dinner platters jump from genre to genre at this eclectic cafe, ranging from shrimp scampi to fajitas to vegan dishes
11.6 Miles
With two baseball fields, handball courts, and basketball courts, Jim Thorpe Park is a suitable location for athletic activity. The location also has tennis courts, a wading pool, and picnic tables.
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Mc3 is a combination art gallery and bronze foundry that supports local artists and sculptors with access to specialized bronzing equipment. Many reputable public artists and sculptors also put their pieces on display within the on-site gallery.
11.7 Miles
An off leash dog park, the Lawndale Dog Park features separate fenced areas for small and for larger dogs. Both areas feature water fountains and equipment for cleaning up after dogs.
11.8 Miles
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264 votes
1140 Elden Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90006
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For German tour groups, Germany-America Tours Private Tours offers tours exclusively in German. Small groups should call to arrange a guide.
11.8 Miles
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700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037
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The largest hands-on science center on the West Coast, the California Science Center features interactive exhibits, educational facilities, and resources for teachers. Highlights include the space shuttle Endeavor, an IMAX theater, and nearly 400 plant and animal species.
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Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, Piuma/Stunt Trailhead is a 6.8 mile nature trail that takes visitors through native vegetation, creeks, and more. The trail is recommended for intermediate to advanced hikers, as there is a 1,400 foot elevation gain.
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Prime Athletes is a sports performance and volleyball training facility that offers volleyball lessons, jump training, and personal training sessions. The facility includes a TRX machine, weight vests, and battling ropes.
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72%
57 votes
600 State Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037
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The California African American Museum is dedicated to the success of African Americans. They also have a large collection of African American art.
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Candy Cane Lane
Lubao Avenue and Oxnard Street, Los Angeles, CA 91367
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Candy Cane Lane is a fun visit for the little ones around Christmastime. You'll find rows of houses decked to the nines with lights, statues, and more.
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The American Film Institute is an independent non-profit organization. It preserves the history of motion picture, honors the astists and educates the next generation of storytellers.