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  1. 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. Santa Monica is a popular resort town, owing to its climate, beaches, and hospitality industry.

  2. 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.

  3. Overview. Things to do. Hotels. When to visit. Map & Neighborhoods. Photos. Why Go To Santa Monica. When you need a break from action-packed Los Angeles, do as the locals do and head west to...

    • Santa Monica Pier. Highlights: Iconic pier with an amusement park, attractions, and sprawling beach on both sides. The Santa Monica Pier is a classic landmark of the city and the seaside terminus of historic Route 66.
    • Santa Monica State Beach. Highlights: One of the best beaches in LA with plenty of space for the crowds that show up. Santa Monica State Beach spans over 3.5 miles on either side of the iconic Santa Monica Pier.
    • Marvin Braude Bike Trail. Highlight: Twenty-two-mile bike trail connecting the entire Santa Monica shoreline. The 22-mile Marvin Braude Bike Trail, also known as The Strand, spans the entirety of the Santa Monica shoreline.
    • Palisades Park. Highlights: Landscaped park next to downtown, separated from the beach by the Pacific Coast Highway. Tourists and residents tend to gravitate toward Palisades Park.
  4. May 4, 2024 · Santa Monica, city, Los Angeles county, southern California, U.S. Lying on Santa Monica Bay, it is surrounded by the city of Los Angeles. Santa Monica was laid out in 1875 by Senator John P. Jones and named for Las Lágrimas de Santa Monica (Spanish: “The Tears of St. Monica”), a local spring.

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  6. www.visitcalifornia.com › places-to-visit › santa-monicaSanta Monica | Visit California

    With nearly four miles of beaches and a vibrant urban scene, Santa Monica blends the sophistication of an international coastal city with the laidback vibe of a California beach town. Even though it’s only 15 miles/24 km west of downtown Los Angeles, it feels like a weekend getaway spot.

  7. May 12, 2022 · USA. Los Angeles. 10 of the top things to do in Santa Monica: experience the best of this chic beach city. Jade Bremner. May 12, 2022 • 6 min read. Here are the best things to do in Santa Monica © Tod Seelie / Getty Images.

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