Santa Monica Family Travel Guide
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Family Destinations Near Santa Monica
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Los Angeles,CA
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Knott's Berry Farm,CA
(31 mi.) -
Anaheim,CA
(36 mi.) -
Catalina Island,CA
(48 mi.) -
Channel Islands National Park,CA
(52 mi.)
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Santa Monica Pier at sunset (Richard Carroll/Los Angeles Converntion Bureau)
Santa Monica Family Travel Tips
- Pacific Park, on the Santa Monica Pier, has rides fit for all ages. Little ones have several options for rides that are more about giggles than thrills. Older kids can get their adrenaline going on attractions like the roller coaster and climbing wall.
- The Santa Monica Pier Aquarium has tide pools for getting up close to sea creatures; tanks with everything from sharks to an octopus; plenty of interactive exhibits; and a new Kids' Corner, with sea-themed books, games, puzzles, and even puppets. (The pier's carousel is right next door for a post-visit ride.)
- Want to go on an active adventure as a family? You can find bike tours, a skate park, surf classes, and even trapeze lessons in Santa Monica. Or relax at the Annenberg Community Beach House, which has a pool, splash pad, and play area.
- Perry's Café offers a beach butler service, which can set up beach chairs and umbrellas at your desired beach; bring you sunscreen, towels, drinks, and snacks; and clean it all up when you want to go home, so that all you have to do is round up the kids.
- Take in a magic show at Magicopolis, founded by Penn & Teller, and then pick up some tricks to-go in the gift shop.
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Hotels
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Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa - Hotel
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Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City - Hotel
555 Universal Hollywood Drive
Universal City91608-1001
Distance: 11.1 mi.
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Attractions
Griffith Observatory
In Griffith Park, at the end of Vermont Ave
2800 E. Observatory Rd
Los Angeles, California
Distance: 13.0 mi. (from destination center)
2800 E. Observatory Rd
Los Angeles, California
Distance: 13.0 mi. (from destination center)
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LEGOLAND California
1 Legoland Dr.
Carlsbad, California 92008
Distance: 91.9 mi. (from destination center)
Description: A theme park made up only of Legos? Welcome to Legoland, in Carlsbad, California, a quick car ride... Read More
Carlsbad, California 92008
Distance: 91.9 mi. (from destination center)
Description: A theme park made up only of Legos? Welcome to Legoland, in Carlsbad, California, a quick car ride... Read More
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Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Gardens (The)
P. O. Box 2739
One and a half miles up Avalon Canyon Road
Avalon, California 90704
Distance: 47.7 mi. (from destination center)
One and a half miles up Avalon Canyon Road
Avalon, California 90704
Distance: 47.7 mi. (from destination center)
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Airports
Major Airports near Santa Monica
| Distance (mi.) | ||
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| Los Angeles International Airport | 8.1map | |
| Burbank Bob Hope Airport | 14.9map | |
| Santa Ana John Wayne Airport | 43.3map |
Other Smaller Airports near Santa Monica
| Distance (mi.) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Long Beach Municipal Airport | 24.0map | |
| Palmdale Air Force 42 Airport | 47.2map | |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | 82.0map |
Flight Deals to Santa Monica
| Originating | From |
|---|---|
| Oakland (OAK) to Los Angeles (LAX) | $134 |
| San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX) | $160 |
| Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX) | $172 |
| San Jose (SJC) to Los Angeles (LAX) | $184 |
| Portland, OR (PDX) to Los Angeles (LAX) | $184 |
Santa Monica Family Advice
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March Romantic Travel Guide
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Santa Monica Vacation Rentals
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