Santa Monica Pier · Los Angeles: visitor guide

Santa Monica · Coast and gardens

Combine a walk along the pier with the Pacific beachfront path. Budget separately for the Ferris wheel and other rides; walking onto the pier does not include attractions. Santa Monica is a separate city, so allow travel time from Downtown LA.

200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA

Check opening and access information for your date on the official site.

Pier walk free; attractions cost extra

Check the official visitor page for tickets, reservations and access conditions for your date.

Time a coastal walk to finish around sunset.

1.5–2 hours

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