Jutting out into the Pacific Ocean at the intersection of Ocean and Colorado, it symbolizes the heart of Santa Monica and is one of the most …
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Mar 9, 2025
Weird yet wonderful. Lots of rides for the kids but you also need to steer them clear of all the crazy people shouting random things over loudspeakers.Full review by Scunder
Mar 6, 2025
Honestly, not that impressive. Exactly what I thought it was, not actually that exciting but we stayed for the views at sunset snd it was BEAUTIFUL!Full review by 1RaiderFan
Feb 25, 2025
One of the most exciting spots in LA! The beach and pier are fantastic, with plenty of room to relax. Parking is easy and affordable. The pier offers food, amusement rides, and vendors with snacks an…Full review by Aurelea C
I am disabled, so I can say for certain, while there’s ample parking, and there are a few handicapped spaces marked out, none of them are free: everyone has to pay to get into the lots.
It appears only foot traffic is allowed on the pier but I can’t completely confirm that. The bike trails are the best way to utilize the bikes in Santa Monica and Venice.
That's a hard NO. Not only is it unsafe due to the tides, but also LA/Santa Monica's homeless situation has resulted in a lot of beach patrols and monitoring
Hi! Thinking of visiting the Santa Monica Beach area next Summer. Considering hiring bikes and cycling the boardwalk down to Marina Del Rey and back. Question is, is it possible to lock and leave bikes during the trip if we see something we want to explore on foot? Do bike-hire companies hire out chainlocks for the bikes? Cheers!
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Absolutely. Biking is a big thing to do. Found this one rental site: Bicycle Equipment Each bicycle comes equipped with lights, a basket, a lock and a local map. Helmets are also available …
Absolutely. Biking is a big thing to do. Found this one rental site: Bicycle Equipment Each bicycle comes equipped with lights, a basket, a lock and a local map. Helmets are also available upon request.
Current status? Rides open, etc,? Wondering if it’s worth our visit on our way to other points in CA, or not. (3 kids under 11)
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When we were there in June all the rides were open and restrictions have been lifted. Some restrictions may have been reinstated, such as requiring masks in public places. The …
When we were there in June all the rides were open and restrictions have been lifted. Some restrictions may have been reinstated, such as requiring masks in public places. The pier itself is open, but unfortunately, as of 7/21 the rides are closed.
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