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You want to enjoy the calm atmosphere after a visit to the Los Angeles metropolitan area? Santa Monica Beach should be added to the list of tourist destinations while in southern California.
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If You are guaranteed not to be disappointed if there is a beach located in this Santa Monica administrative area. The beach on the edge of the Pacific Ocean is indeed natural, clean and well groomed. The Santa Monica government really paid attention to the tourist attraction that became its regional assets. Almost every Friday there is a janitor from a clean beach office.
Visitors can nail off various activities on the beach that are included in "National Geographic's One of Ten Best City Cities" version. Beaches are always sunlit throughout the year, many visitors deliberately come to sunbathe or just sit back while enjoying the gentle sea breeze.
This 3.5-mile long beach provides a path for those wanting to ride. The 35-kilometer stretch runs from north to south to Malibu Torrace. Visitors can enjoy the vehicle's free path for cycling.
Another activity is fishing. All visitors must not have special licenses. No need to worry if there is no trigger equipment for fishing and bait can be rented at the dock.
For those who like surfing, can do on this beach without any season restrictions. Surf activities can be conducted in the section between guard post 18 to post 20 (Pico Blvd and Bay St.) and between heading 28 and heading 29 (Ashland Ave and Pier St.).
Light waves make an activity choice on this beach. Other activities that are not less exciting when it comes in groups are beach volleyball. The volleyball court is just south of the pier. Visitors can enjoy it free of charge.
Santa Monica Beach also often hold special events such as bicycle racing. For more information on Santa Monica beach, visitors can visit Annenberg Community Beach House. The service is open all year round. Visitors can also take a break at the cafe located in this beach house. In addition this place also rents a variety of beach picnic needs such as statues and beach chairs. For those who want an exclusive picnic, there is a two-place house with a pool and a special water play pool for children.
Visitors can ride The Big Blue bus, Santa Monica local bus that has access to Los Angeles. Rates for this bus ride range from $ 0.75 to $ 1.5.
From Santa Monica Beach, visitors can continue their visit to Santa Monica Pier or Main Street. Shopping adventures can also be enjoyed at the Santa Monica Place Mall.
Hotels that can be a place to stay while enjoying the beauty of Santa Monica Beach is O ceana Santa Monica Hotel, Ocean View Hotel and The Hotel California.
BASIC BEACH
Due to the long beach (3.5 miles) it is helpful to divide the beach into two parts: north pier and south pier.
NORTH DEMAND
Santa Monica State Beach on the north side of the pier is separated from the city by palisades (ocean cliffs) and the Pacific Coast Highway. A series of bridges, walkways and stairs provide access to the beaches of the city.
The Annenberg Community Beach House is at the northern end of the beach, with homes and parking along the Pacific Coast Highway to Santa Monica Pier.
DERMAGA SANTA MONICA
In the middle of the beach, stretching from Colorado Blvd and Santa Monica center is the Santa Monica Pier. Featuring an amusement park, an aquarium, and a restaurant, the pier is a landmark for beaches and towns.
SOUTHER DERMAGA
Santa Monica Beach on the south side of the pier is parallel to the city, with parking lots, parks, houses and hotels bordering the beach.
Original Beach Muscles (featuring gym equipment), International Chess Park and Carousel Park located south of Santa Monica Pier, along with Shutters on the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar.
UP TO THE BEACH
WALKING & BIKING
If you live close to the beach at a nearby hotel or park in an adjacent place, walking or biking to the beach is quick and easy. The layered and bright streets, clear signboards, easily accessible footpaths and bike trails are available along the beach.
On the north side of the beach, pedestrian access is available at:
Colorado Blvd.
Montana Ave.
Idaho St.
Arizona Ave.
Broadway Ave.
South of the pier, almost all east / west roads lead directly to the beach. Popular entrance point near beach parking at:
Bicknell Ave.
Ocean Park Blvd.
Look for wooden sidewalks on the beach to help transport equipment. Find them just south of Pier at Crescent Bay Park, on Bay Street and Arcadia Terrace. The path also stretches close to the Wharf, and at Annenberg Community Beach House.
For cycling on the waterfront, Marvin Braude Beach Trail runs from Pacific Palisades to Torrance. A number of bicycle rentals and tour options are available throughout the city.
WITH BUS
The Big Blue Bus operates several routes that stop at or near Santa Monica beach:
Route 1 (from UCLA / Venice Beach)
Rapid 3 (from LAX)
Rapid 7 (from LA West / Wilshire)
Rapid 10 (from Downtown LA)
Big Blue bus passes $ 4.00 and can be purchased online or on the bus.
DRIVE
Driving to the beach is a popular choice for many residents of Southern California, but the road can be very busy during summer vacations or weekend vacations.
The main routes to Santa Monica State Beach include:
I-10 (from Downtown LA)
Santa Monica Blvd. (from LA West)
Pacific Coast Highway / US 1 (from Santa Barbara / Malibu)
Lincoln Blvd. / US 1 (from Venice / LAX)
Learn how to go free car once you arrive.
TRAVEL FROM LAX
Santa Monica Beach is just 8 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
By car, get out of the airport and bring Lincoln Blvd. / 1 north to Santa Monica.
By public transport, ride the Big Blue Bus (Route 3 or Rapid 3).
PARKING
Eight main parking spaces are available along Santa Monica State Beach, with on-street parking available nearby. Real-time parking information and downloadable apps are available through Santa Monica City. Plenty of parking offers a selection of plug-in mains as well.
Santa Monica beach parking space is:
open from sunrise to sunset (with the exception of Lot 1N which is open from 6 am to 2 am and the upper dock deck is open 24 hours per day).
can range from $ 6 to $ 15 per day
located north of Santa Monica Pier (2 lots, including Annenberg Community Beach House)
located in Santa Monica Pier (upper deck dock a lot)
located south of Santa Monica Pier (5 lots)
EASY WHEEL CHAIRS ACCESSIBLE
Accessible beach chairs are available through the City of Santa Monica in four locations.
WHAT TO DO ON THE BEACH
ANNENBERG COMMUNITY BEACH HOUSE
The Annenberg Community Beach House features spectacular views, a children's / splash play area and a historic swimming pool and Marion Davies Guest House offers tour guides as well as classes and rentals. This is a public facility, open to everyone without the required membership. Back to Beach Café is also on site and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner by the beach.
Parking reservations until September to September can be made online in the Santa Monica Reserve, one to three days in advance.
BEACHGOING
Sitting, playing and sunbathing are popular activities on the beach. The vast expanse of soft sands offers space for large crowds and summer tourists.
The Perry Coffee Shop and Beach (a beach rental and local restaurant on the sand with many locations) offer pan waiter servicewith lounge chairs, a small table, an umbrella, a little cooler with 2 bottles of water and a wind guard for $50.00 per day. It’s also a great spot to grab breakfast or lunch on the beach.
EXERCISE
Santa Monica beach is home to the original Muscle Beach (not the weightlifting kind, that’s Venice Beach) featuring gymnastic equipment including parallel bars, rings, swings and ropes are available for kids and adults.
Numerous volleyball courts are first-come, first-served courts are situated at various locations north and south of the pier.
BICYCLING
The Marvin Braude Beach Trail (known to locals as "The Strand" or South Bay Bicycle Trail) is a 22 mile long, paved trail that starts in Santa Monica and finishes at the Torrance County Beach.
SURFING AND PADDLEBOARDING
A sandy beach break, a spread out lineup (the waves are not too crowded) just off of Bay St. and rentals / lessons offer beginners an introduction into surfing Southern California. View City of Santa Monica authorized surf instructors.
ATTRACTIONS
The Santa Monica Pier, International Chess Park, and Carousel Park are easy to find and centrally located on the beach.
EATING
Picnic areas and parks along the edge of the Santa Monica beach are popular spots for locals and tourists. Nearby hotels, the pier and Ocean Ave. also offer a variety of restaurants, cuisines and price points.
Popular restaurants near the beach include:
Perry’s Café and Beach Rentals
Back on the Beach
Catch (at the Hotel Casa del Mar)
Coast (at Shutters on the Beach)
Santa Monica Pier and boardwalk (numerous options)
Additional locations offered along Ocean Ave.
WHEN TO GO TO THE BEACH
SUMMER
The summer season is the most popular time for residents and tourists to visit Santa Monica beach.
If you visit Santa Monica beach in the summer, expect:
larger crowds
less available parking
major events including summer concerts
average high temperature of 19°C | 71°F.
DAYS / HOLIDAYS
Fridays and Saturdays are often the busiest days at Santa Monica beach, with fewer visitors on mid-week days such as Tuesday and Wednesday.
Major holiday weekends at the beach can include:
Memorial Day (May)
July 4th (July)
Labor Day (September)
New Year’s Eve (December)
OFF-PEAK
Santa Monica stays warm year-round, which attracts many visitors to the Santa Monica beach during the spring, fall and winter months.
If you visit Santa Monica beach during off-peak times, expect:
small to medium crowds
more available parking
average high temperature of 17°C | 65°F.
STAYING AT SANTA MONICA BEACH HOTELS
No other Los Angeles beach city has as such a great variety of hotels overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Read our Guide to staying near the Santa Monica Beach.
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