Santa Monica State Beach, California (with Map & Photos)

With its famous pier in the background, this California beach offers attractions, great shopping, and a huge beach that can hold thousands of visitors daily.

Santa Monica State Beach
Santa Monica State Beach

The parks south of the pier are clean and diverse, and parking is plentiful. Plus, there are plenty of restaurants and hotels nearby that make it easy to stay here for a weekend or even a week.

Santa Monica State Beach Map