Santa Monica State Beach

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Santa Monica State Beach

Beach · Santa Monica

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Santa Monica Beach is a lively classic, boasting wide sandy shores, a bustling pier, and endless activities perfect for sun-seekers and thrill-chasers alike.  

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"Highly frequented for its iconic pier and stunning sunsets." - Adeline Duff Adeline Duff Adeline Duff is a writer and editor who specializes in beauty, wellness, and travel. A former Travel + Leisure editor, she discovered her passion for exploring the beauty habits of other cultures while wor

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"The famous Santa Monica Pier draws people from all over the state with its classic amusement park complete with a roller coaster, games, and golden-fried carnival treats. Heal the Bay Aquarium beneath the Ferris wheel offers hands-on educational fun for the kids. This vibrant stretch along the Pacific is also a prime spot for partaking in all the usual beach activities: sunbathing, swimming, surfing, volleyball, and sunset viewing. You can also bike, jog, or walk along the paved path to iconic Venice Beach down the way." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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"Santa Monica is one of the most iconic beaches in the Greater Los Angeles area. Its long white sandy beaches, pier, and Annenberg Community Beach House define it, and it's always teeming with activity and people. Roller coaster rides, Segways, pancakes, luxury hotels —you can get almost anything you need on Santa Monica Beach and its famous white sand's not too bad either. If you don't find something to do there, you're not looking." - Maxwell Williams, Krista Simmons

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Jesus Is Lord Las Vegas

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This is the life, so beautiful, so fun! Water is warm here, the pier is here, and there's decent surf for boogie boarding. You cannot go wrong at Santa Monica Beach!

Ivan Dabić

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We stayed near by and Santa Monica beach was our go-to place to chill, walk/ride or grab some food. It’s a fun place with so many interesting people all across the few other neighboring beaches.

David Santos

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Santa Monica State Beach is fantastic! Beautiful sandy shores, great for walking, swimming, and enjoying the pier. Perfect spot for a relaxing day by the ocean

YOUNGWOO JEON

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I was expecting a lot from this beach because of its reputation, but it's not much different from other beaches in California. It has a wide white sandy beach and lots of sports facilities, including volleyball. It's a great place to walk and watch the sunset, and the small playground next to the beach is great for kids. I really like that there is a lot of space for quiet contemplation while walking along the beach. If you've never been, I highly recommend it. If you go straight across the sea, you'll find yourself in East Asia (Korea, Japan, and China).

Mohammad Reza Rooshan

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**Santa Monica Beach: A Haven of Serenity** Santa Monica Beach is truly a tranquil retreat. With its expansive sandy shores and picturesque views, it offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. I highly recommend taking a leisurely stroll along the beach at least once a week—it's a wonderful way to rejuvenate and enjoy nature. The peaceful atmosphere and the rhythmic sound of the waves provide an ideal setting for relaxation and contemplation. Whether you’re looking to unwind, exercise, or simply enjoy the outdoors, Santa Monica Beach is an excellent choice. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this serene spot!

Little Ms Cajun Coonass

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A really beautiful beach area with a long walk of white sand to get to the water next to the pier and a plentiful supply of cute little squirrels that will literally walk up to you looking for a snack (there are signs that posted that says “DO NOT FEED THE SQUIRRELS” Paid parking lots available for about $20 a day. It’s very unfortunate that the area was literally overrun with homeless people. My daughter and I even passed one homeless person passed out with his pants and underwear at his knees. I’m honestly not trying to sound unsympathetic but it’s a shame that the city seems very tolerant of that population taking over such a prized tourist destination.

Luie

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Nice beach with beautiful scenery and atmosphere, Located on the Pacific Ocean, The pier has many places for food and along the pier you listen to a beautiful music and song from different cultures, I highly recommend.

Dallas Anderson

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Way cool, this was the first beach we stopped at. The waves were pretty wild, but we brought boogie boards, so that was fun.