What to do in Santa Monica, CA

Activities, attractions and tours
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Santa Monica Tourist Attractions & Activities

Coming up: Santa Monica! You’re excited to set a course in a different direction. Perpetually prepared for innovative ways to get your kicks and have an enlightening experience, you’re eager to check out new territory like the expert traveller you are. Find and book your activities today, and the only thing left to do is count the days until your trip and get excited, because Expedia Australia can connect you with loads of things to do.

  • The things to do in Santa Monica are not only perfect for you, but they won’t break the bank. We have 332 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just AU$8. Get your favourite adventures on Expedia Australia at a great rate, and you'll still have enough cash for a dream hotel or decadent dinner while you’re visiting.
  • Santa Monica is a favourite among thrill seekers. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next holiday to the areato learn about local history and find the top activities. The top things to do can grab the curiosity of even experienced globetrotters, and it's not hard to see why. Our collection includes a wide variety of historically themed excursions and excitement. From unique ways to explore the best this area has to give like a City, Film Stars' Homes & Beach Tour to Santa Monica's most fun-filled places to spend a fun-filled afternoon like the Hollywood Explorer Pass, there are tons of opportunities at your disposal when you browse the activities list here at Expedia Australia.

Our activities are the ideal way to organise your holiday. It takes a game plan to make the most of a trip to Santa Monica, particularly when you intend to pack in plenty of food and entertainment. And we know you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you're ready to get out and see what life is like for locals. You're excited to sign up for the top activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Book professionally lead tours on Expedia Australia, and leave your map behind.


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Downtown Santa Monica

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

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.

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Ocean Park

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.

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Pico

While you're in Pico, take in top sights like Santa Monica Place or Third Street Promenade, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 17th Street/SMC Station or 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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North of Wilshire

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting North of Wilshire, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Monica Beach and Third Street Promenade.

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North of Montana

If you're spending some time in North of Montana, Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are top sights worth seeing.

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Wilshire Montana

If you're spending some time in Wilshire Montana, Santa Monica Beach and Third Street Promenade are top sights worth seeing.

Wilshire Montana

Day trip destinations from Santa Monica