Santa Maria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Maria
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
3-in-1 fun is to be had by all at this part TV studio, part entertainment complex and part amusement park.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Crypto.com Arena
This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Activities
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Los Angeles: Hollywood & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Santa Maria Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Sheraton Universal Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
West Hollywood
If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, Melrose Avenue and Sunset Strip are top sights worth seeing.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walk Streets and Venice Beach.
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Crypto.com Arena
- Los Angeles Convention Center
- University of Southern California
- Santa Monica Beach
- SoFi Stadium
- Venice Beach
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Santa Monica Pier
- Kia Forum
- L.A. Live
- Hollywood Boulevard
- The Grove
- Hollywood Bowl
- BMO Stadium
- Rodeo Drive
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
- Sunset Strip
- Melrose Avenue
- Warner Brothers Studio
- Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
- Universal CityWalk
- Echo Park Lake
- Getty Center
- Dolby Theater
- Griffith Observatory
- Hollywood Sign
- Walt Disney Studios
- Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
- Venice Beach Boardwalk
- TCL Chinese Theatre