Santa Monica Exploration: Hidden Gems & Trending Spots
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Relaxing to be in the middle of the water with the boats, under the sun, but an arm work out to get there 😅 and worth it! Summer fun for sure :) • Marina del Rey is located just 4 miles from LAX, next to Santa Monica and Venice Beach. • Mother’s Beach is the best spot to learn how to paddleboard because of the calm, flat water. • Marina del Rey is the largest small-craft harbor in North America and is the second largest in the world after Dubai! • L.A.’s Marina is where locals go to play on the water. • Here, you can kayak, stand-up paddle board, jet-ski, or go deep-sea fishing, whale-watching or hop on a sunset dinner cruise.
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Goth Night at Weary Livers Embrace the Shadows at Goth Night! Join us for a relaxed and enchanting evening at Weary Livers Bar with a playlist of all goth music, all night long. Date: Thursday, September 19th Time: 7 PM Enjoy the laid-back, gothic ambiance with subtle decorations and a comfortable atmosphere. Dress in your favorite casual gothic attire and unwind with fellow goth enthusiasts.
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The Underrated Thing to Do in Venice, California... Go to the legend beach bike tour! This guided sightseeing tour is a great way to spend half a day exploring Venice Beach attractions. Starting on the Santa Monica Pier, you’ll spend two hours biking along Venice’s most interesting landmarks. You’ll cruise along the boardwalk, stop at Muscle Beach, pass by the Venice Canals, and see homes of Hollywood stars like Charlie Chaplin.
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‘Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition’ Celebrates The Filmmaker’s Distinctive Style! Feel like you’ve stepped inside Fantastic Mr. Fox, The Grand Budapest Hotel, or Moonrise Kingdom as you explore Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition, the upcoming experience that might as well be a set for the filmmaker’s next movie. Featuring stunning travel photography in the style of Wes Anderson, this charming exhibit which will open in mid-April at the Santa Monica Art Museum (1219 3rd Street Promenade).
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Sip, swim, & dine at a tropical rooftop oasis with ¡ESTA! at the Fairmont Century Plaza! Beat the heat this summer with a dip in the pool, a refreshing cocktail, stunning views of LA’s skyline, and delicious food at ¡ESTA!. The poolside, rooftop restaurant is serving up mouthwatering light fare including chips and dips, ceviche, fish tacos, tequila cocktails, cervezas, and non-alcoholic refreshments. From the views to the vibes, Fairmont Century Plaza and ¡ESTA! are ringing in the summer right.
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High Rooftop Lounge at Hotel Erwin 🌟 Beachside rooftop bar with chill vibes and epic sunsets. From the roof terrace at the lovely Hotel Erwin rooftop bar, you get some amazing views over the Pacific Ocean and Venice Beach. Being the only rooftop in Venice, High Rooftop Lounge feels a lot like a continuing of the beach below, with lounge sofas and large umbrellas. The only difference might be that up here you also have infrared (and blankets) keeping the heat up on chilly nights. The rooftop bar offers a good selection of well made specialty cocktails and different Californian beers, along with some really tasty bar bites and a weekend brunch. The menu even includes sun screen, so visits during sunny days is no problem at all. Expect a great lounge vibe on the terrace, perfect for relaxing drinks in the sun. And at night, there are often live DJs picking up the pace a notch.
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Venice Beach is one of the Top Most TikTok-able Places in California! Known for its eclectic spirit, it is a TikTok haven. From street performers and muscle beach workouts to the stunning skate park and colorful murals, this locale is perfect for vibrant, energetic videos that capture the essence of California’s beach culture.