Tour Overview
Enjoy an in-depth self-guided walking tour of Santa Monica designed for those of us who wish to explore at our own pace.
Discover the vibrant charm of Santa Monica, its iconic pier, beautiful beaches, secret spots and fascinating stories from a local guide.
- Audio guide, GPS location-aware map, and storyteller all in one app.
- Offline map: Works without a cell signal or wifi once downloaded. Get turn-by-turn audio and active map directions
- Ease of use: Stories auto-play based on your location so you don’t have to do anything once you’ve started.
- Flexibility: Explore at your own pace with no fixed schedule. Take a break, get a bite to eat, whatever, and pick up where you left off!
Here are a few fun things you can do on this oceanside tour.
- Expertly guided journey through Santa Monica, revealing top highlights, hidden gems, captivating history, and insider tips.
- Explore and learn about the famous Santa Monica Pier
- Visit Santa Monica’s secret spots and learn where the locals dine and unwind.
- Film locations and celebrity stories, art, best Instagram spots, and the rich cultural tapestry
- Hidden gems: Visit often-missed spots and learn where the locals eat and drink. Best rooftop restaurants and bars.
- Immerse yourself in Santa Monica’s sun-kissed beaches, palm-fringed boulevards, and the mesmerizing embrace of the Pacific Ocean.
- Stumble upon a hidden speakeasy with a storied past, once frequented by both gangsters and socialites.
- Sink your toes into the sand and listen to the Singing Beach Chairs, witness the vibrant spirit of the Original Muscle Beach, and surfers at the iconic Santa Monica Beach.
- Visit the location of Jim Morrison's first performance before the Doors' beginnings
- Tranquil Palisades Park and much more!
Direction: 3.5 miles counter-clockwise loop ending where you begin. Experience Santa Monica in its entirety, on your terms and timeframe.
The self-guided tour starts at the center courtyard of the Santa Monica Place Mall located at 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, CA.
Stops
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Santa Monica Place
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3rd Street Promenade: Broadway to Santa Monica Blvd.
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Topiary Dinosaurs and McConnell's
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PacSun & Patagonia
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Santa Monica Boulevard
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Misfits
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Barney's Beanery and Carlo's Bakery
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Street Performers
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Movie Film Locations - 3rd Street Promenade
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Wilshire Boulevard
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CPK and Wally's
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Glass Elevator for Views
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Palisades Park
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Beacon Overlook
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Annenberg Beach House
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Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
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Saint Monica Statue
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Pacific Coast Highway
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Pacific Ocean
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Ocean Front Rooftop Bar with View
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
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2nd Street Restaurants
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Location of Jim Morrison's of the Doors 1st Performance
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Iconic Hotel
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Camera Obscura
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Ivy at the Shore
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Santa Monica Pier Arch Sign
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The Lobster
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Tongva Park and Santa Monica History
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Notorious Hangout for Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, the Beatles
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The RAND Corporation
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Viceroy Hotel
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Santa Monica's Grande Dame
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Shutters on the Beach
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Santa Monica Beach
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Pacific Ocean Park and the Z-Boys
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Marvin Braude Bike Trail
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Singing Beach Chairs
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L.A.’s Iconic Lifeguard Towers
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Traveling Rings and Slack-ine Park
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Original Muscle Beach
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Original Hot Dog on a Stick
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Heal the Bay Aquarium
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Santa Monica Pier
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The Colorful History of The Looff Hippodrome
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End of Route 66
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Movie and TV Shows Filmed on Santa Monica Pier
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The Flying Trapeze
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Pacific Park
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Off-Shore Gambling Ships - the Battle of Santa Monica Bay
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Conclusion
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