Guidebook for Santa Monica
Entertainment & Activities
Education-oriented marine center with over 100 local species & hands-on exhibits like touch tanks.
36 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Heal the Bay Aquarium
1600 Ocean Front WalkEducation-oriented marine center with over 100 local species & hands-on exhibits like touch tanks.
Athletic fields, outdoor pool, playground & community center with a gymnasium & computer lab.
55 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pacific Park en el muelle de Santa Mónica
380 Santa Monica PierAthletic fields, outdoor pool, playground & community center with a gymnasium & computer lab.
Sightseeing
Storied seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium.
2744 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Muelle de Santa Mónica
200 Santa Monica PierStoried seaside destination boasting a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium.
Shopping
Go-to at Santa Monica Pier for fishing rods, bait & tackle, plus refreshments & souvenirs.
Santa Monica Pier Bait and tackle
404 Santa Monica PierGo-to at Santa Monica Pier for fishing rods, bait & tackle, plus refreshments & souvenirs.
Santa Monica Pier Rock Shop
321 Santa Monica PierGift Shop
Food Scene
Handmade pizzas & Italian staples are served in a modest setting with red checkered tablecloths.
Bruno's Italian Restaurant
1652 Ocean AveHandmade pizzas & Italian staples are served in a modest setting with red checkered tablecloths.
Family-owned Mexican spot for classic dishes in a welcoming setting with traditional decor.
Casa Martin
1654 Ocean AveFamily-owned Mexican spot for classic dishes in a welcoming setting with traditional decor.
Veteran restaurant presenting classic seafood such as Maine lobster against a scenic ocean backdrop.
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Lobster
1602 Ocean AveVeteran restaurant presenting classic seafood such as Maine lobster against a scenic ocean backdrop.
Sleek ocean-view eatery offering Italian classics with a focus on fish, plus a rooftop bar. -
Ristorante Al Mare
250 Santa Monica PierSleek ocean-view eatery offering Italian classics with a focus on fish, plus a rooftop bar. -
Family-friendly chain for seafood & American fare served in a fishing-boat-themed setting.
40 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
301 Santa Monica PierFamily-friendly chain for seafood & American fare served in a fishing-boat-themed setting.
Laid-back counter-serve food stand on the pier known for burgers & fries, custard & concretes. -
Pier Burger
330 Santa Monica PierLaid-back counter-serve food stand on the pier known for burgers & fries, custard & concretes. -
Japadog (at Santa Monica Pier)
200 Santa Monica PierRestaurant
Steaks, seafood & stiff drinks served in a nostalgic dining room known for celebrity sightings.
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chez Jay
1657 Ocean AveSteaks, seafood & stiff drinks served in a nostalgic dining room known for celebrity sightings.
Sophisticated setting for upscale Italian meats, seafood & pasta dishes, plus a vast wine selection.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Capo
1810 Ocean AveSophisticated setting for upscale Italian meats, seafood & pasta dishes, plus a vast wine selection.
Flower-adorned spot frequented by celebrities serving inventive drinks & Californian cuisine.
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ivy at the Shore
1535 Ocean AveFlower-adorned spot frequented by celebrities serving inventive drinks & Californian cuisine.
Sophisticated chophouse chain serving steak, seafood, sandwiches & cocktails in a trendy space.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Del Frisco's Grille
1551 Ocean AveSophisticated chophouse chain serving steak, seafood, sandwiches & cocktails in a trendy space.
Drinks & Nightlife
Kitschy beach-view sports bar with a long history providing pub grub, draft beers & outdoor patios.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe
1615 Ocean Front WalkKitschy beach-view sports bar with a long history providing pub grub, draft beers & outdoor patios.
Rustic-chic re-do of a veteran fish house on the pier with local fare, craft beer & communal tables.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Albright
258 Santa Monica PierRustic-chic re-do of a veteran fish house on the pier with local fare, craft beer & communal tables.
Parks & Nature
Public park boasting modern architectural features plus play equipment, a splash pad & benches.
93 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Tongva
1615 Ocean AvePublic park boasting modern architectural features plus play equipment, a splash pad & benches.
City park featuring permanent chess tables & a human chessboard for players & spectators.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chess Park
1652 Ocean Front WalkCity park featuring permanent chess tables & a human chessboard for players & spectators.