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SANTA MONICA, UNITED STATES

Santa Monica Self-Guided Walking Tour - 36 Seaside Sights, Local Bites, Scandalous Stories, Instagram & Secret Spots

Welcome to Grape Adventures' self-guided walking tour of Santa Monica, where the allure of the ocean intertwines with vibrant city life. Feel the warm sun on your face as you leisurely stroll along golden sands, serenaded by crashing waves, and uncover the hidden gems and secrets of this beautiful coastal city.

Explore the iconic Santa Monica Pier, vibrant streets, tranquil Palisades Park, and discover local restaurants, along with some scandalous stories about rock stars and celebrities. Immerse yourself in the history, art, movie film locations, best Instagram spots, and the rich cultural tapestry.

Get ready to embark on a personalized journey. This tour is designed for those who wish to explore the city at their own pace, with the freedom to choose their own starting time and route. Utilizing our GPS location app, you'll effortlessly navigate through the city, discovering its most iconic sites. Start and stop wherever you please, allowing yourself to savor each moment.

As you delve into Santa Monica, you'll be captivated by its stunning seaside coastline and the lively beach atmosphere. At every stop on the tour, you'll have access to an audio and written explanation of the location, accompanied by additional detailed information that can be accessed for a more comprehensive understanding. Additionally, we've included photos of each stop to assist you in identifying your surroundings and what to look for.

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395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, CA, United States
Santa Monica Self-Guided Walking Tour - 36 Seaside Sights, Local Bites, Scandalous Stories, Instagram & Secret Spots
  1. 3rd Street Promenade: Broadway to Santa Monica
  2. ClockTower / Misfits
  3. Original Santa Monica Opera House
  4. 3rd Street Promenade - Santa Monica Blvd to Wilshire Blvd..
  5. Wine Cave Inspired Wine Bar & Gourmet Foods
  6. Take the Glass Elevator to Penthouse Restaurant & Bar for Panoramic Ocean and City Views.
  7. Optional 1.5-mile detour - Palisades Park - California Ave to San Vicente Blvd.
  8. Gestation Art, Rose Garden & Totem Pole
  9. Location where Media Tycoon William Randolph Hearst Built an Extravagant Oceanside Estate for his Mistress, the Actress Marion Davies.
  10. Palisades Park - California Ave to Arizona Ave
  11. Best Ocean Front Rooftop Bar & Restaurant with View
  12. 2nd Street Restaurants
  13. Visit the Location of Jim Morrison's of the Doors 1st Performance - Iconic Location
  14. Camera Obscura Art Lab
  15. Beautiful Historic Hotel Frequented by Gangsters, Movie Stars, and Previous Location of an Illegal Speakeasy
  16. Santa Monica Pier Arch Sign
  17. Santa Monica Murals
  18. Tongva Park & Santa Monica History
  19. Notorious Hangout for Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe, the Beatles, and a Peanut that was Smuggled into Space
  20. The RAND Corporation
  21. Iconic Location that Hosts extravagant Academy Awards After-Parties
  22. Magnificent Ocean Front Property with a Rich History from the Early 1900s, Originally Built as an Elite Private Beach Club. Walk in a be a Celebrity
  23. Santa Monica Beach
  24. Singing Beach Chairs
  25. L.A.’s Iconic Lifeguard Towers
  26. Traveling Rings & Slack-line Park
  27. Original Muscle Beach
  28. Original Hot Dog on a Stick
  29. Heal the Bay Aquarium
  30. The Hippodrome
  31. Santa Monica Pier
  32. End of Route 66
  33. Films and TV Shows filmed on Santa Monica Pier
  34. Off-Shore Gambling Ships - the Battle of Santa Monica Bay
  35. The Flying Trapeze
  36. Pacific Park