Greater Location Attractions::
Bordering Santa Monica to the south is Venice Beach. You can walk along the boardwalk or watch the bodybuilders on Muscle Beach. In Marina Del Rey, just 3 miles south of Santa Monica, you can go on a dinner
cruise, taking sailing lessons, or learn to windsurf.
Perhaps a private gondola ride around the marina and Fisherman's Village, or go kayaking or even sport fishing. There are all sorts of recreational boating activities in nearby Marina Del Rey. Downtown Los Angeles is approximately 14 miles from Santa Monica. Hollywood is about 12 miles away, with attractions such as the Kodak Theater, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Grauman's Chinese Theater.
Universal Studios and Universal City Walk are both about 15 miles away. Six Flags Magic Mountain is about 36 miles north of Santa Monica. Disneyland, in neighboring Orange County, is about a 40 mile drive to the southeast. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is just 7 miles south of Santa Monica.
Santa Monica Attractions:
Beautiful Santa Monica is located on the west side of Los Angeles County. The weather in Santa Monica is nearly always perfect, boasting 325 days of sunshine a year. Daytime temperatures tend to range from mid 80's in the summer to mid 60's in the winter. Very comfortable indeed!
Stroll through the world famous Third Street Promenade and watch the street performers or eat at one of the many wonderful restaurants. Shop or people watch or look for celebrities along 3 blocks where no cars are
allowed.
Visit the fun Pier with amusements at the admission free Pacific Park http://www.pacpark.com/ where you can see the brand new solar powered ferris wheel with 160,000 energy-efficient LED lights! Test your skills at one of the many games. Or let the kids ride the historic Carousel on the pier which has been used in multiple film, TV
and photo shoots. Built in 1916, it is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places.
More about Santa Monica:
You can rent a bike or rollerblades and bicycle up to Malibu or down to Torrance. The bike trail stretches 22 miles, the longest beach path of its kind in the world!
You can shop or window shop on Main Street or visit the high end boutiques of Montana Avenue.
Indulge in a Healthy California lifestyle while you are here. If you want to attend Yoga classes, there are dozens to choose from. There are plenty of boutique and well known gyms to chose from, or you can just go running on the beach. Sample the fresh produce from one of the many Farmers Markets. There are even organic, vegan and raw food restaurants in this beautiful city by the bay.
