3 days in Santa Monica Itinerary

A famed resort town since the early 20th century, Santa Monica sits on the picturesque Santa Monica Bay, bordered on three sides by the city of Los Angeles.

Visit Santa Monica State Beach and Redondo Beach for some beach relaxation. You'll explore and learn at The Point Vicente Interpretive Center and The Wende Museum of the Cold War. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Santa Monica: Malibu (El Matador State Beach & Zuma Beach). There's lots more to do: take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, view the masterpieces at Annenberg Community Beach House, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Greystone Mansion and Park.

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Santa Monica travel route builder tool.

In May, daytime highs in Santa Monica are 71°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can travel back home.