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Santa Monica

Santa Monica in Los Angeles, CA — food, shopping, arts_culture.

American Childrens Theatre · 128 places to eat

— open now 309 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Santa Monica a good place to live?

Santa Monica has 18 parks and green spaces, 128 places to eat, and 152 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 125 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Santa Monica?

There are 125 homes for sale in and around Santa Monica, priced from $575,000 to $19,750,000 (median about $1,799,000). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Santa Monica known for?

Santa Monica is known locally for landmarks like American Childrens Theatre, its 128-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Santa Monica this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Santa Monica, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Santa Monica best for?

Based on what's here, Santa Monica suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

Choose your own adventure - Santa Monica

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    Three hand-picked days through Santa Monica, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Starbucks Coffee Shop
    2. Lunch El Cholo Restaurant
    3. Treat McConnell's Ice cream
    4. Browse Tehran Market Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Santa Monica Beach Path 2.7 km
    2. Grab a bite Subway Sandwich
    3. Casual dinner HOLEY MOLLY Quick bite
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History American Childrens Theatre Theatre
    2. Coffee iSno Cafe
    3. Local shop Rare Science Fiction Books
    4. Dinner out Hermanito Restaurant
    5. Tonight Tia Williams discusses THE MISSED CONNECTION at B&N The Grove 2026-06-23
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Santa Monica? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Santa Monica and the surrounding area.

    California law that forbids ‘forced outing’ of trans students blocked by 9th Circuit - Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles California News · Jun 23Massive Los Angeles warehouse fire burns for fifth day - BBCLos Angeles California News · Jun 22High temperatures forecast to bake California, the West. Here’s where it will be hottest - Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles California News · Jun 22Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire, Los Angeles, California - IQAirLos Angeles California News · Jun 22Forget celebrity homes. This Hollywood bus tour haunts the city instead - Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles California News · Jun 22In L.A., as in other U.S. cities, democratic socialists are poised to expand power at City Hall - Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles California News · Jun 22
    Get directions Parking · 135 lots Where to stay — of 56 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Santa Monica?

    Santa Monica has 0 parks and green spaces, 128 places to eat, and landmarks like American Childrens Theatre. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Santa Monica?

    Most of Santa Monica is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Santa Monica?

    Santa Monica sits in Los Angeles, California, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Santa Monica?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Santa Monica, and can connect you with a local agent.