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By Citysearch Staff, Los Angeles

Aerial view of Pacific Park
Aerial view of Pacific Park
Plan the perfect day--or night--in L.A.'s glittering beach city.

Breakfast

  1. Patrick's Roadhouse

    106 Entrada Dr, Santa Monica, CA
    Beloved beachside breakfast nook suited for funky pre-sun fun and fare.

  2. Cora's Coffee Shoppe

    1802 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
    Beloved neighborhood nook gets a foodie face-lift.

Shopping

  1. Third Street Promenade

    Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA
    Shop, dine or just enjoy the views along Santa Monica's breezy pedestrian mall.

  2. Hey Kookla

    1329 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA
    Fun yet relaxing gift and home decor shop fits right in on tony Montana Avenue.

Lunch

  1. Babalu

    1002 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA
    Make like Ricky Ricardo at this Cal-Caribbean favorite for a jumbled menu of delights and a colorful, relaxed beachside atmosphere.

  2. Border Grill

    1445 4th St, Santa Monica, CA
    Bright, fresh flavors set this bustling Cal-Mex eatery above the rest.

Attractions

  1. Pacific Park

    Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA
    Experience thrills and chills overlooking the Pacific.

  2. Santa Monica Beach

    Santa Monica, CA
    Skip the sunbathing--bike trails, coasters and nearby shopping make for the ultimate beach outing.

  3. Temescal Gateway Park

    15601 Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA
    This popular Westside hike provides breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and coastline.

Dinner

  1. Valentino

    3115 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
    Top Italian classics and one of L.A.'s best wine cellars brings amore to the Westside.

  2. One Pico at Shutters

    1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
    Spectacular seaside views and casual Cal-Med dishes.

  3. Il Ristorante di Giorgio Baldi

    114 W Channel Rd, Santa Monica, CA
    Where the elite go to drop a bundle on a low-key Italian meal.

Nightlife

  1. Cameo Bar

    1819 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
    Viceroy's stylish bar oozes Hollywood chic, but sexy poolside cabanas keep it Santa Monica cool.

  2. The Veranda Bar at Casa Del Mar Hotel

    1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA
    Where Hollywood suits sip trendy spirits and seal movie deals.

  3. Zanzibar

    1301 5th St, Santa Monica, CA
    A Moroccan-themed makeover and dynamic DJs have spiced up this former Santa Monica dive bar.

  4. Barcopa

    2810 Main St, Santa Monica, CA
    The Room's back-alley, beat-driven blueprint for success gives this Westside lounge an underground feel with mass appeal.

Hotels

  1. Casa Del Mar Hotel

    1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA
    Santa Monica's toniest lodging brings a taste of the Riviera to the Westside.

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  2. The Georgian Hotel

    1415 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
    Art deco beachfront landmark with a history as colorful as its facade.

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  3. Shutters on the Beach

    1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
    Right on the sand, this beach house-style resort offers mile-long views of the coastline.

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