1
Santa Monica Pier
Fishing pier
Storied seaside destination showcasing a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium.
4.60 (113.7K reviews)
2
Downtown Santa Monica
Shopping mall
Posh shopping district with a range of retailers, dining & entertainment along a stylish promenade.
4.60 (39.1K reviews)
3
Santa Monica Place
Shopping mall
Contemporary open-air mall since 1980 with luxury-brand shops, plus a food court & a movie theater.
4.50 (14.5K reviews)
5
Palisades Park
Park
This sizable strip of grass, palm trees & walking trails features expansive ocean views.
4.70 (7.4K reviews)
6
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Seafood restaurant
Family-friendly chain for seafood & American fare served in a fishing boat-themed setting.
$$ $$
4.20 (5.6K reviews)
7
The Cheesecake Factory
Restaurant
American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake
$$ $$
4.10 (3.8K reviews)
8
McDonald's
Fast food restaurant
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
$ $$$
3.70 (3.6K reviews)
9
Urth Caffe Santa Monica
Coffee shop
Bustling cafe offering a vast menu of American eats, plus a variety of organic coffee drinks.
$$ $$
4.40 (3.5K reviews)
10
Ye Olde King's Head
British restaurant
Fish 'n' chips are offered along with other British pub classics at this country-inn-style spot.
$$ $$
4.40 (2.7K reviews)
11
Crescent Bay Park
Park
Tranquil park featuring grassy areas, benches & a pergola, plus views of the ocean.
4.60 (2.6K reviews)
13
The Lobster
Seafood restaurant
Veteran restaurant presenting classic seafood such as Maine lobster against a scenic ocean backdrop.
$$$ $
4.30 (2.4K reviews)
14
The Misfit Bar & Restaurant
American restaurant
Creative comfort food, health-conscious fare, and handcrafted cocktails star at this hip gastropub.
$$ $$
4.50 (2.3K reviews)
15
The Albright
Seafood restaurant
Rustic-chic re-do of a veteran fish house on the pier with local fare, craft beer & communal tables.
$$ $$
4.30 (2.3K reviews)
16
Water Grill
Seafood restaurant
Sophisticated seafood restaurant with extensive raw-bar options & a menu updated daily.
$$$ $
4.40 (2.2K reviews)
17
Shutters on the Beach
Hotel
Polished beachfront hotel offering elegant dining & a casual cafe/bar, plus an outdoor pool & a spa.
4.50 (2.2K reviews)
18
Meat On Ocean
Steak house
Surf & turf steakhouse serving a carnivore’s delight of charcuterie, chops & seafood.
$$$ $
4.40 (2.2K reviews)
19
Ocean View Park
Park
Busy beachfront park features paddle tennis, basketball & tennis courts, plus a grassy lawn & hill.
4.70 (2K reviews)
20
Élephante
Italian restaurant
Chic destination for elevated Italian cuisine in breezy, loungelike dining areas with ocean views.
4.30 (1.9K reviews)