S anta Monica Pier and Venice Beach may sit side by side, but they could not be more different. One is packed with classic ...

the Santa Monica Pier is the beach's most recognizable landmark. Not only will you see it in countless photos of the city, but you'll also catch a glimpse of it in several films, including ...

Sharael Kolberg, Contributor, Travel West of downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica ... along with Venice, Manhattan, Hermosa and Redondo beaches. Many beachgoers say the Santa Monica Pier is a ...