Area Information: Santa Monica

Santa Monica, home of the famous Santa Monica Pier with its historic carousel and more recently added Pacific Park amusement park, the outdoor pedestrian-oriented Third Street Promenade, the panoramic coastline and beach, beautiful parks, more than 400 restaurants, scores of art galleries, theaters and performance spaces, four distinct shopping districts, and outstanding accommodations from economy to luxury. Whether visiting for business or pleasure, you can easily get around Santa Monica on the Big Blue Bus or the Tide Shuttle...and even fly in to Santa Monica Airport on your own private plane or get here quickly from LAX or other regional airports. The Santa Monica Convention and Visitors Bureau is here to help you make the most of your stay, whether for a day or a week.