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Welcome to Santa Monica Your local guide
What do you need in Santa Monica?
Big nights and local discoveries. Explore venues, restaurants and hotels around Santa Monica, using their own published information.
Today in Santa Monica
City help
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What’s happening in Santa Monica?
Find the current schedule on each venue’s official calendar.
Annenberg Community Beach House
415 Pacific Coast Highway
Official calendar / program information — Annenberg Community Beach HouseEat, park & stay nearby →BroadStage
1310 11th Street
Official calendar / program information — BroadStageEat, park & stay nearby →Bergamot Station Arts Center
2525 Michigan Ave
Official calendar / program information — Bergamot Station Arts CenterEat, park & stay nearby →
More ways to plan your day:
Local and County news
Local news
Local news
SMC Foundation collects winter coats on November 14
Coat donations are accepted November 14, 9 AM–1 PM, at Compass Realty, 2115 Main Street, according to the Daily Press.
Local news
SMC student newsroom wins 44 journalism awards
The college reports 24 regional awards and 20 national honors for The Corsair and its staff.
Local news
SMC announces fall forum on art and democracy
The November 16–December 6 forum includes three free public panels at 1900 Pico Boulevard and Nutcracker performances at BroadStage.
County news
County news
LA MEHKO Week puts permitted home kitchens on the map
LA County’s first MEHKO Week runs November 9–15. Participating home-based food businesses will offer special menus and promotions, with an online map to help diners find them.
Make the day your own
Useful local stops and practical visitor information.
Around the station
Transit connections, places to explore, and search by street or intersection.
Explore station areas →A day out, made easier
More than the main event.
Choose your venue, then find places to eat, official parking information and hotels nearby.
Open the Event Day Guide →Discover the neighborhood
Ocean Park & Main Street
Ocean Park Branch Library and Simples Tonics are on Main Street.
About Ocean Park & Main Street from the community ↗Library and local shopping
Ocean Park Branch Library
2601 Main St
Details & sources — Ocean Park Branch Library →
Santa Monica, CASimples Tonics
2724 Main Street
Details & sources — Simples Tonics →
Santa Monica, CA
Discover the neighborhood
Arts & local history
Santa Monica History Museum presents exhibitions, oral-history resources and public programs about the city.
About Arts & local history from the community ↗Museums, galleries and public creativity
Santa Monica History Museum
1350 7th Street
Details & sources — Santa Monica History Museum →
Santa Monica, CABergamot Station Arts Center
2525 Michigan Ave
Details & sources — Bergamot Station Arts Center →
Santa Monica, CA
Discover the neighborhood
Santa Monica Place & Third Street Promenade
Apple and McConnell’s have locations on Third Street Promenade.
About Santa Monica Place & Third Street Promenade from the community ↗Along the Promenade
Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 Third Street Promenade
Details & sources — Apple Third Street Promenade →
Santa Monica, CAMcConnell’s Fine Ice Creams — Third Street Promenade
1456 Third Street Promenade
Details & sources — McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams — Third Street Promenade →
Santa Monica, CA
Getting around
Metro E Line: three Santa Monica stations
Metro lists Downtown Santa Monica, 17th Street / SMC and 26th Street / Bergamot on the E Line.
Official information — Metro E Line: three Santa Monica stations ↗ · Source collected
Big Blue Bus Route 3 and LAX
Big Blue Bus publishes the Route 3 timetable and airport connection information.
Official information — Big Blue Bus Route 3 and LAX ↗ · Source collected
Big Blue Bus schedules and stop notices
Big Blue Bus publishes route schedules and stop notices.
Official information — Big Blue Bus schedules and stop notices ↗ · Source collected
Accessibility before you travel
Beach House access and seasonal facilities
The City lists wheelchair access and accessible parking at the Annenberg Community Beach House.
Official information — Beach House access and seasonal facilities ↗ · Source collected
BroadStage accessible seating and listening support
BroadStage lists wheelchair ticket locations, assisted listening in the Main Stage and large-print materials.
Official information — BroadStage accessible seating and listening support ↗ · Source collected
Museum ramp and accessible parking
The museum describes a Seventh Street entrance ramp and accessible underground parking with elevator access.
Official information — Museum ramp and accessible parking ↗ · Source collected
Wheelchair access and elevator checks
Metro publishes accessible boarding guidance and elevator service notices.
Official information — Wheelchair access and elevator checks ↗ · Source collected · Due for a fresh check
Local culture & annual events
Local history and public learning
Santa Monica History Museum presents exhibitions, oral-history resources and public programs about the city.
Official information — Local history and public learning ↗ · Source collected
Farmers markets in different neighborhoods
The City publishes information about its Downtown, Main Street and Pico farmers markets.
Official information — Farmers markets in different neighborhoods ↗ · Source collected
Bergamot exhibitions
Bergamot Station publishes exhibitions from its independently operated galleries.
Official information — Bergamot exhibitions ↗ · Source collected
Browse Santa Monica
30 places so far, in 9 place categories.
- Eat & DrinkRestaurants, bakeries & desserts and bars & nightlife6
- Home ServicesPlumbing1
- AutomotiveAuto repair1
- BeautyHair salons and spas & skin care2
- Parks & RecreationParks and recreation centers3
- Things to DoArts & culture, markets & shopping destinations and event venues & banquet halls7
- City ServicesLibraries1
- StayHotels3
- Health & WellnessGyms & fitness, massage, acupuncture, hospitals, pediatrics, urgent care and herbal & wellness shops11
Visitor questions
How can I plan a visit without a car?
Use the transit operator’s trip planner and service alerts to plan your trip.
Where should I check parking?
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How can I check wheelchair access?
Use the operator’s accessibility information to plan your arrival.
Where can I find free or lower-cost activities?
Browse library programs and city recreation activities.
Where can I find current events?
Browse upcoming events and follow the organizer’s link for tickets or registration.
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