Best places in Santa Monica

Discover the best places in Santa Monica, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 470 places in the city.

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SWEAT 60
Gym
👍👍 Been coming here for a month now & have loved my training. Feels like I’m back in peak conditioning which has really supplemented my recreational basketball habit. Jamaal, Matt, Zack, Sean are world class trainers for athletes and would recommend everyone to join!
5.00 (359 reviews)
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Hot 8 Yoga
Yoga studio
👍👍 Not only a great place with the most amazing instructors, they remember everyone’s name and greet you with the warmest welcome. This place has got a nice essential oil odour, the studio is clean and very relaxing. My favourite classes are Hot Power Fusion and Yin, Tiffany’s my favourite teacher!! Sh...
4.90 (598 reviews)
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Row House Fitness
Gym
👍👍 Maya is wonderful! Thanks for taking extra care with a 1st timer and explain form with reminders throughout the class… and to engaging core! And a warm welcome from Ashley, loved my board and 24! Big thanks ladies!!
4.90 (531 reviews)
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Palisades Park
Park
This sizable strip of grass, palm trees & walking trails features expansive ocean views.
4.70 (7.4K reviews)
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Body Fit Training
Personal trainer
👍👍 I had been looking for the perfect gym for a long time, and found it with Body Fit Training. I can’t believe what a difference working out there has made in my fitness level and strength. The personal attention I get from the coaches as I work out makes all the difference. In addition, I’ve gotten...
5.00 (263 reviews)
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Ocean View Park
Park
Busy beachfront park features paddle tennis, basketball & tennis courts, plus a grassy lawn & hill.
4.70 (2K reviews)
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Annenberg Community Beach House
Recreation center
Beach house with historic home, swimming pool, fitness classes, gym, cafe & beach equipment rentals.
4.70 (1.7K reviews)
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Sogno Toscano Cafe´& Wine Bar
Wine bar
👍👍 Fabulous new hot spot on Montana. Was very impressed by the details and the vibes. Felt like I was time warped to a cafe in Italy. The ingredients taste very authentic. Quaint Italian market. I am looking forward to buying their imported products and making Italian food at home.
$ $$$
4.90 (288 reviews)
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Tar & Roses
Californian restaurant
Moodily lit, buzzy spot with seasonal American small & large plates, plus an ample wine & beer list.
$$ $$
4.70 (876 reviews)
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Santa Monica Pier
Fishing pier
Storied seaside destination showcasing a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium.
4.60 (113.7K reviews)
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Downtown Santa Monica
Shopping mall
Posh shopping district with a range of retailers, dining & entertainment along a stylish promenade.
4.60 (39.1K reviews)
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Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier
Amusement park
Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic Ferris wheel.
4.60 (13K reviews)
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Solidarity
Polish restaurant
Standby serves hearty Polish delicacies & glasses of vodka in an old house with an outdoor lounge.
$$ $$
4.70 (625 reviews)
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Crescent Bay Park
Park
Tranquil park featuring grassy areas, benches & a pergola, plus views of the ocean.
4.60 (2.6K reviews)
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BoxUnion Santa Monica
Boxing gym
👍👍 Amazing studio with the right kind of energy to get you pumped up for boxing. There’s one room filled with punching bags where classes are held all day. Ample amount of spacing inside the studio so you have enough space to work out. There are plenty of lockers in the lobby to keep personal items. T...
4.90 (236 reviews)
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Sweat Yoga
Yoga studio
Quaint yoga studio offering hot Vinyasa classes, plus monthly mixers & retreats.
4.90 (235 reviews)
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Santa Monica Seafood Market & Café
Seafood market
No-frills spot offering a wide variety of fresh fish alongside an adjacent cafe & oyster bar.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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Original Muscle Beach Santa Monica
Historical landmark
Beach workout area, dating to the 1930s, with popular public bars, rings & ropes over the sand.
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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Shoop's Delicatessen
Cafe
Unfussy European-style deli & grocer offering soup, sandwiches & some breakfast dishes all day.
$$ $$
4.70 (525 reviews)
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Fritto Misto
Italian restaurant
Relaxed Italian cafe with create-your-own pasta plates, plus many vegetarian options.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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