- 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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A 16-lane bowling center, Gardena Bowl offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and a pro shop. The center provides a restaurant, arcade games, nine regulation billiard tables, party hosting, televisions and a restaurant.
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Cobra Kayaks makes and sells an extensive line of kayaks of various different kinds. The company makes kayaks for fishing, touring, or surf and fun, and offers an array of accessories, as well.
14.7 Miles
Built in 1818, Avila Adobe is officially recognized as the oldest building in Los Angeles today. Last renovated in the 50's, the house, now a museum, retains its old world charm with its original centuries old walls and a black lacquered table dating back to 19th century.
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Dodger Stadium is a popular local ballpark and despite being an old establishment, is very hygienic and well-maintained. The parking facilities are good but the food and drinks are slightly pricey. Free game merchandise is offered by the sponsors before every game.
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525 Alpine St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
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If you're interested in the history of Southern California, then the Studio for Southern Californian History is worth a visit. Admission is free and the museum hosts a variety of permanent and non-permanent exhibits.
14.7 Miles
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1241 votes
5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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At the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens, visitors can see 250 different species of animals including elephants, gorillas, harbor seals, koalas, chimpanzees, and orangutans, On selected days, visitors can touch and feed an Indian Rhinoceros,
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365 votes
Torrance Boulevard and Esplanade Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
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A beautiful strip of sandy seashore located in Redondo Beach is the Torrance State Beach. The beach is favorited as a fitness beach and running trail by both locals and visitors to the area.
14.7 Miles
A wooded city park, Delthorne Park features green spaces, picnic areas with barbecue facilities, a half mile rubberized fitness course, a basketball court, and a playground with a variety of climbing structures.
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17705 S Western Avenue, Gardena, CA 90248
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The Royal Western Mobile Home Park offers space to rent for new or existing mobile homes. This quiet, residential area offers an onsite pool with a poolhouse.
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Established in 1995, Learn About Wine is a unique program aimed at making people know their favorite wines and discover new ones. They offer a variety of classes for novices as well as the experienced drinkers. The wine tasting is as informative as it is fun.