Santa Monica (Spanish for 'Saint Monica'; Spanish: Santa Mónica) is a city in Los Angeles County, situated along Santa Monica Bay on California's South Coast. Santa Monica's 2020 U.S. census population was 93,076.

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Santa Monica connects everything you love about the classic Southern California beach town with a vibrant cityscape full of adventure, art and style. Los Angeles’ coolest neighbor is nestled alongside the Pacific Ocean, and is a seaside playground offering something for everyone.

Jul 27, 2023 · Fun things to do in Santa Monica – about 15 miles from Los Angeles – include strolling the Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade and relaxing on SoCal beaches.

The essentials will give you up to date Santa Monica tourist information, transportation tips, advice on what to expect (and what to pack), and any important Santa Monica information and travel impacts to the Los Angeles County area.

Apr 8, 2024 · Find the best attractions in the beachfront city beyond just the Santa Monica Pier and Third Street Promenade. Surrounded by mountains on one side and the beach on another, the urban sprawl of...

Looking for things to do in Santa Monica? Check out the historical Santa Monica Pier, popular Santa Monica Beach, shopping on Third Street Promenade and other Santa Monica attractions. Explore our full list of places to see in Santa Monica.

Originally built as a public utility for the city of Santa Monica, the Pier has undergone an incredible transformation since it was first constructed. As a National Historic Landmark, the Santa Monica Pier retains a nostalgia of days long past and remains a true icon today.

Feb 23, 2024 · Discover the best restaurants, bars, beaches, shops and attractions in Santa Monica. What’s the deal with Santa Monica? Take a walk along the palm and eucalyptus-lined bluffs and it becomes...

Feb 26, 2025 · The new Din Tai Fung Santa Monica is located at 395 Santa Monica Place, Suite FC01, Santa Monica, CA. It’s open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for lunch, and then 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner.