A complete guide to planning your trip to Santa Monica. Write down the tips and enjoy a lot!
Santa Monica is a young destination, with a pleasant climate and beautiful landscapes at sunset. Perfect for spending the weekend with friends or as a couple, the beaches, shops, restaurants and bars offer guaranteed fun and beautiful memories.
Check out all the tips on what to do, where to stay and more!
Things to do in Santa Monica
The city's main attraction resides in the Santa Monica Pier, dating back to 1916, along with the famous Pacific Park amusement park. The park is open day and night offering a beautiful view from the top of the Ferris wheel, especially during sunset.
In fact, watching the sunset is a must for anyone traveling to the city. Join dozens of spectators to see this show apart, especially during the Californian summer, on the beaches of Venice and Santa Monica.
While in town, rent a bike and ride along the beachfront on the Marvin Braude Coastal Bike Trail. There are snack bars, fruit stands and ice cream shops along the way that are worth the stop.
Other fun outings include visiting the Santa Monica Aquarium, the tourist sign that marks the end of the famous Route 66 and the more than 100 museums, galleries and public art installations around the city. Some of the best known are the Santa Monica Museum of Art, Bergamot Station and the Broadway Galleries Complex,
And finally, visit Santa Monica's Farmers Market where there is an abundance of flavors, typical and fresh dishes from the region that attract locals, tourists and chefs.
Read all our tips:
- Top attractions in Santa Monica
Where to stay in Santa Monica – Our hotel recommendations
The city offers a vast hotel network, with simple inns, elegant hotels and luxurious resorts by the sea. During the months of July to September the city is buzzing with tourists and visitors due to the summer holidays, so prices can be higher than at other times of the year.
For this reason, we recommend that you do your research and accommodation reservations in advance, in order to avoid possible headaches close to the date of your trip.
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- Best B&Bs and Hotels in Santa Monica
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Internet Chip in Santa Monica
It's getting easier and cheaper to have unlimited internet throughout your trip in Santa Monica. Nowadays you can buy an international cell phone chip online while you're still here in España. We always use and love it!
You receive the sim card at your address and then just insert it into your cell phone to reach your destination with unlimited 4G internet working.
Also read more chip tips:
- International Cell Phone Chip – Which is the Best and How Much Does It Cost?
- America Chip Discount Coupon – 10% OFF on Travel Chip
Want to have unlimited internet throughout your trip?
Compare prices and buy your international travel chip in advance at America Chip.
California travel insurance
Buying travel insurance for California is an excellent way to ensure a smooth trip and avoid worries. Having the assistance of insurance gives you the peace you need to enjoy your destination and know that you have support if you need it. Also enjoy our Insurance Promo discount coupon. - SEE PRICES
Read all about travel insurance:
- What is the Cheapest Travel Insurance – Tips on How to Save
- How to Get Travel Insurance – 5 Easy Steps [DISCOUNT]
- Which Travel Insurance to Choose – 3 Infallible Tips to Help
- International Travel Insurance – Step-by-step How to Hire
Car rental in Santa Monica
Renting a car in Santa Monica is a great idea. In addition to optimizing your time a lot, you will be able to enjoy it more without having to depend on public transport.
We really like Rent Cars to find the cars we use on our travels. It is the only one in Spain that compares the best rental companies in the world, but lets you pay in reais, without IOF. In addition, it is also the only one that lets you pay in 12 interest-free installments. It is worth it!
Haven't rented a car for your trip yet?
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Flights to California
Looking for a good deal and flight prices? When buying tickets to California, it is worth taking a look at the website Promo Tickets.
It is quite common to find cheaper and better flight options than on other sites. We always use and is it worth it?
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