Public parks are meant to be shared spaces-places where families gather, children play and communities come together. But ...

biking up and down the Marvin Braude Beach Trail and picnicking in Palisades Park or Tongva Park. Hotel prices also tend to drop as the season progresses, making it possible to score a deal.

In addition to the gorgeous stretch of sand, the beach is home to unique amenities like the Original Muscle Beach (a 1930s-era beach park with retro gym equipment), the Santa Monica Pier and ...

After hours: March 21 at 7:56:01 PM EDT Loading Chart for PK ...