Enjoy 3 ultra-popular pedestrian blocks of mosaic art tiles, fountains, patio restaurants, and trendy shopping ranging from overpriced bikini shops to some of LA’s best specialty bookstores. Mehr erfahren.
Most people head to The Getty Center instead of its original home at The Getty Villa. Visit on a Monday when most other museums are closed, and explore the property's extensive grounds.
Try and get them to give you an ocean front room, the pool facing rooms can get a little noisy and the side facing rooms have a terrible view.
Runners . . . Use the bike path. Pedestrians/Marijuana solicitors clog the other path. About 3+ miles between Venice and Santa Monica Piers.
Sit down and watch all the aerial artists on the rings, the hot men on the bars, and join in on yoga and hula hooping. Great relaxation spot!
Crowded on the weekends. Huge selection of weird beers and good wine. Watch ur elbows.
Best Bet: A chewy, salt-studded pretzel bread. The bakery layers slices with roast turkey and cranberry sauce. We can imagine a brat and some spicy mustard taking to it well too. Mehr erfahren.
Not everyone knows about the small but fabulous aquarium under the Pier; it’s a gem!Powered by ParentsConnect.com Mehr erfahren.
Urth Caffé might be known as a hangout for Hollywood types, but it also has a serious coffee program: Since 2004, it's been getting beans direct from farms in the lesser-known Kisoro region of Uganda.
The hidden gem of Sunset Blvd...some locals don't even know it's here!
Santa Monica's best choice for draught beer, great food and friendly service.
Climb this: go up the concrete and metals ones, then jog to the wood ones to go down (easier on your joints)
A fun, funky environment that has paired shopping take out with sit down dining for a banging variety. The place to go for brunch! -Rob Leventhal, Top Chef
The Santa Monica Beach Bike Path extends from Will Rogers State Beach, at its northern terminus, south through Venice and Marina Del Rey to the bridge that crosses Ballona Creek. Mehr erfahren.
Wednesdays - I get all my fresh produce here - you get to speak with all the farmers & vendors to keep up to date with what's fresh & the best quality and their recommendations. -Alex Reznik, Top Chef
Seafood is the true star at the Malibu institution along the Pacific Coast Highway, which draws celebs like Pink and Ryan Seacrest, who drop in for chowder or lobster – and Pacific Ocean views.
This place rocks. Great food, wine and sweet atmosphere. Also all the employees were super friendly!
The Model S Signature is an amazing car with tons of tech! The 17' touch screen is amazing, and you can't say no to 21" wheels.
Good place to dine if you're interested to try Raw Food Cuisine. Get the Passion Fruit Sorbet and Market Tomato Lasagna! You'll walk out feeling guiltlessly satisfied.
Featured in WhereLA.com's "Where to Brunch in LA." Dine on frisee aux lardons—the 6-minute egg pairs perfectly with the bacon-truffle vinaigrette—quiches, charcuterie and cheeses and fondue. Mehr erfahren.
The best of everything Los Angeles under one roof. Clothes, food and stars to die for. Best eye candy in town. There are stars and wannabes everywhere you turn and products you never knew you needed.
14 farmers’ market-esque stalls, within a bazaar, within a shopping center, carrying everything from art books to meat plates to cooking classes – in case you have no idea how to handle your meat. Mehr erfahren.
An ideal perch to watch the sunset, an express elevator with a stunning ocean view zips past floors to deposit patrons directly on one of the Penthouse's leather couches! Happy hour Mon-Fri, 4-7pm! Mehr erfahren.
The poolside cabanas make an excellent satellite office for those on business trips.
The burrata is amazing and unique. Apples, berries, and croutons give it amazing flavor and texture. Get that, the Tawook, and a Honey Rye cocktail or 2 and call it a meal.
It's all about the Cuban Reuben at this Latin/Jewish fusion truck. It features, chocolate mole, brisket, pastrami, mustard, pickles and pepper jack cheese.
Riding a bike is another way of getting your cardiovascular in Remember variety is the key when it comes to cardio Adjusting your eating habits and resistance training
Hit up the soup & salad bar for fresh, healthy options. For vegetarians, vegans and organic food fans, this is the go-to grocery store. Click "More Info" to start your food diary. Mehr erfahren.
Great place to bring your friends and hang out. Especially during the summer. Food @ the food trucks, drinks @ the victorian.
The Toasts! Crispy Cauliflower! Luscious Sancerre & Fresh, Hot Baguettes! Nice staff, great 80's soft rock..perfect place!
It's all about the tasting menus at Josiah Citrin's consistent high quality French eatery. [Eater 38 Member] Mehr erfahren.
Tar & Roses, which also has a terrific, mostly Italian, wine list, may also mark the first time in our nation's history when cauliflower became more delicious than prime steak. Mehr erfahren.
A view of the Malibu coast with a glass of champagne. By far the BEST place for brunch!! - Rose
The prosciutto-stuffed croissants & flaky bacon-maple biscuits are sublime! It gets crowded on Sunday mornings so go early! Featured at PLATE LA Weekly's 5th Annual Food & Wine Event March 3rd, 2013! Mehr erfahren.
Worth the splurge! Locally sourced, organic + unique ingredients. Ice cream is made on the premises. ❤
Since 1925, the best sandwich in LA. [Eater 38 Member] Mehr erfahren.
Since I'm from the East Coast, I often crave Maine Lobsters. Head to the Enterprise Fish Company for the Tuesday night fish special, twin lobsters. -Patti Stanger, Millionaire Matchmaker
Great food! But happy hour is only at the bar, and not at the table. So might as well just sit at the bar and order the food there! Better deal.
Love Casa Del Mar. Right on the Ocean with the best bar view of the beach and the ferris wheel at Santa Monica Pier. Great for drinks and to watch the sunset.
Rent beach cruisers for just $15 and ride down to Venice or even South Bay if you’re feeling adventurous. This rental shop is open latest and has plenty of nearby parking.
The outdoor bar scene at the Fairmont Miramar is great! Play ping pong or sit on one of the couches and enjoy the views of the beach! –Tera L.
Clean-lined and sleek with a decidedly ’60s feel, this location is packed with designers like Boy Band of Outsiders, Alexander Wang, and Elizabeth and James. Mehr erfahren.
Bypass Zuma Beach for this serene stretch tucked behind the cliffs. It’s a hike to the water but breathtaking rock formations and lack of people are worth it. Bring a jacket and $8 to park. —Rachael
One of the smoothest rides found anywhere, often crowded with surfers competing for every wave. It is one of the most idyllic locations where the backdrops are the mansions of the rich and powerful.
Enjoy the sea, even if you feel you have stayed too long, stay a half an hour more. It's nice, boat watching. Don't forget to bring a jacket, it can be chilly!
Dine at Shade’s stylish indoor/outdoor restobar Zinc, or chill out poolside with your favorite drink at the rooftop Skydeck bar and pool. Mehr erfahren.
The city operates 19 skate parks that are a haven for skateboarders seeking challenging terrain.
This magnificent Malibu property includes an educational center and museum dedicated to the study of the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria.
The Santa Monica Museum of Art organizes dynamic exhibitions of contemporary art in all mediums and across disciplines, complemented by outstanding educational programs for people of all ages.
The Marina del Rey harbor offers spectacular views and many outdoor activities, including jogging, roller skating, bicycling or just relaxing in the park.
Features some of the city’s most magnificent sunsets & ocean views. It’s one of the city’s oldest parks! A jogging and biking path runs along steep cliffs overlooking the Pacific.
