Santa Monica Beach and Pier
Santa Monica Beach and Pier
Santa Monica Beach and Pier

Santa Monica Beach and Pier Tours and Tickets

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Set along California’s Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica has two claims to fame: the Santa Monica Beach and pier. At Santa Monica Beach, miles of sand host playgrounds, parks, picnic areas, staffed lifeguard stations, and the original Muscle Beach. Nearly 8 million visitors frequent the area each year, most of whom follow the boardwalk to the Santa Monica Pier, whose neon-lit arch and ferris wheel are instantly recognizable from film and TV.

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Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

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From the Hollywood sign to the sunny beaches of Santa Monica to the glitz of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles is so full of iconic sights it can be tricky to see them all. This guided tour seamlessly transports you by coach to all of the city's top attractions—from Venice Beach to the Sunset Strip to Griffith Park and more—so that you don't need to worry about missing a thing.
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  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$99.00
Price varies by group size
The Best of LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Griffith Park +More

The Best of LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Griffith Park +More

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Explore Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles' famous beaches, and beyond on this all-day guided excursion starting from Anaheim or Los Angeles. After a convenient hotel pickup, head out with a knowledgeable guide and experience classic sites and neighborhoods like the Hollywood Sign and the Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, Rodeo Dr., Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$99.00
Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles

Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles

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Spend half a day on this air conditioned tour bus, and listen to your guide tell you all about the best spots in Los Angeles. You’ll go to several of the most famous places, stopping and learning about the history and culture of the area. Some of the sights you’ll see are The Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive, Santa Monica Pier, the Griffith Observatory, and so many more. This is all organized for you, so you can just enjoy the ride.
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  • 5 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$84.00
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Small-Group Hollywood, LA Beaches & Filming Location Tour from Anaheim

Small-Group Hollywood, LA Beaches & Filming Location Tour from Anaheim

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Discover the highlights of Los Angeles on a small-group full-day tour from Anaheim. Visit famous movie and TV locales such as Hollywood's Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Sign, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, and the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. Stop for lunch at the farmer's market, then wind down your day at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Your small-group tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels Anaheim Resort Area and Buena Park.
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  • 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$89.00
Los Angeles All Day Tour, Hollywood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica

Los Angeles All Day Tour, Hollywood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica

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Discover the best of Los Angeles all in one day on this convenient and accessible bus tour. Meet your guide in the heart of Hollywood, and set off. You’ll get to take photos on the Walk of Fame, will disembark for a stroll along the Santa Monica Pier, will stop for lunch (own expense) at the Hollywood Farmers Market, will head to the Griffith Observatory for Hollywood Sign views, and more.
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  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$95.00
Los Angeles: City Sightseeing Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

Los Angeles: City Sightseeing Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

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Get around Los Angeles on this hop-on hop-off double decker bus tour with a route in Hollywood & Beverly Hills, and one in Santa Monica & Venice Beach. You’ll hear commentary about what you pass by, and the choice to stop off at 44 stops. There are three passes you can purchase for different durations of time, providing you and your group flexibility. Sit on the top of the bus and soak in the California sunshine.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$49.00
Likely to Sell Out
Private Luxurious Tour of Los Angeles

Private Luxurious Tour of Los Angeles

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Experience Los Angeles in style and sophistication on a private tour, ideal for travelers seeking a personalized experience. During this custom tour, tick off iconic LA sights such as Venice Beach, the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Beach and Pier, Sunset Strip, and many more. Amend your itinerary according to your preferences and stop for as long or as little as you like at iconic Los Angeles landmarks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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  • 6 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$179.00
Small Group Electric EBike bicycle Tour Santa Monica and Venice

Small Group Electric EBike bicycle Tour Santa Monica and Venice

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Take a pedal-powered tour through the beaches and streets of the famous Santa Monica and Venice Beach areas of Los Angeles during this electric bike tour. Skip the tour bus as you enjoy fresh ocean breezes and laid back riding with a guide aboard an electric bicycle. Cruise the famous canals of Venice and cycle the trails along Santa Monica Beach, choosing if you want to use your own leg power or get a boost from your electric-powered cycle. This L.A. electric bike trip also includes a helmet rental and bottled water.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$89.00
3-Hour Santa Monica and Venice Beach Bike Guided Tour

3-Hour Santa Monica and Venice Beach Bike Guided Tour

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Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this three hour guided bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Take in the ocean breezes, visit the historic Venice Canals, ride through Marina del Rey, take pictures with the Art Walls, and explore Muscle Beach. The sunny California weather makes this tour a fun and beautiful experience for culture enthusiasts and history buffs. Our guides will provide you with fun facts, surprising secrets, and photo opportunities while you soak in the beauty of Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Upgrade your tour to an electric bike for an easier ride! This guided tour takes about 3 hours and is perfect for families, friend groups, couples, and solo riders! Get the local feel while you learn on this relaxed ride! Attachments like tag-a-longs and trailers are not permitted on this tour.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$71.66
Los Angeles and Hollywood Day Tour from Las Vegas

Los Angeles and Hollywood Day Tour from Las Vegas

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Visit Los Angeles on this full-day tour from Las Vegas, limited to just fourteen people for a small-group experience. Traveling with a driver-guide who provides commentary about the city, check out the areas of Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive to see top attractions and take in views of the Pacific Ocean. Snacks, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Vegas are included.
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  • 14 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$220.99
Small-Group Hollywood and Los Angeles Day Tour from Las Vegas

Small-Group Hollywood and Los Angeles Day Tour from Las Vegas

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When visiting fabulous Las Vegas, escape the casino scene for a day to visit the home of the US film industry — Hollywood, California. On this guided, small-group adventure, travel through Death Valley and Joshua Tree National Park en route to Los Angeles. Explore iconic local spots like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Santa Monica and much more. A continental breakfast, plus lunch, snacks, bottled water, any necessary entry fees and a Las Vegas hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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  • 14 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$254.99
Price varies by group size
Santa Monica and Venice Beach Tour from Los Angeles

Santa Monica and Venice Beach Tour from Los Angeles

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See the hotspots around Santa Monica and Venice Beach on this tour by air-conditioned coach. Led by a local guide, make stops at the Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach.
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  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$199.00
Private Helicopter Tour of Beaches & Downtown Los Angeles from Long Beach

Private Helicopter Tour of Beaches & Downtown Los Angeles from Long Beach

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Take in Los Angeles’ scenic highlights from the air with a private, 45-minute helicopter tour from Long Beach. Soar over the L.A. harbor and the iconic Queen Mary, and look out towards Catalina Island from the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Fly up the coast past Manhattan Beach and Marina del Rey, bank over Santa Monica pier then head for downtown. See the city’s sports centers and gleaming sky scrapers and take in views of the Hollywood Hills and the San Gabriel Mountains before touching back down in Long Beach.
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  • 45 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$360.00
Price varies by group size
Small-Group Day Tour of Hollywood, Los Angeles and Beaches from Anaheim

Small-Group Day Tour of Hollywood, Los Angeles and Beaches from Anaheim

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Visit popular Hollywood and Los Angeles attractions on a full-day bus tour from Anaheim. Have time to take in the Chinese Theater on Hollywood Boulevard and stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame, then head to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, followed by the Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach. You also get free time to purchase lunch and explore The Grove and The Original Farmers Market. Includes guide, live commentary, transportation by 24-passenger bus, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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  • 5 hours 42 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$99.00
Santa Monica Ghosts Haunted Ghost Tour on the Pier

Santa Monica Ghosts Haunted Ghost Tour on the Pier

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If you love chasing down haunted hotspots, the Santa Monica Haunted Ghost Tour on the Pier will be right up your alley. This is where Route 66, America's Mother Road, comes to an end, carrying with it plenty of ghost stories along the way. All around the city, there are dark histories to unravel, from haunted carousels to mysterious souls wandering the beaches. Hear them and be spooked!
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$30.00
Los Angeles/Hollywood 5-Hours Private Day Trip.

Los Angeles/Hollywood 5-Hours Private Day Trip.

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This is the perfect way to get an overview of Los Angeles’ highlights. Instead of going on a fixed route of sights that don’t interest you, take control of the itinerary and choose the places you visit. For the duration of tour, make as many stops as you like for photos, food, shopping, and exploring. Potential places to visit include Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, and Venice Beach.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$86.00
Price varies by group size
The Ultimate Los Angeles Tour - Full Day LA Sightseeing Tour On Electric Bike

The Ultimate Los Angeles Tour - Full Day LA Sightseeing Tour On Electric Bike

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Get an intimate look at the diverse neighborhoods of LA during this small-group cycling exploration. Join a group of no more than 10 riders for a 32-mile (51-kilometer) adventure through areas like West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Bel-Air, and Beverly Hills, listening to insightful and entertaining stories from your guide as you cycle. During the trip, you’ll also stop in Venice Beach, where you can buy lunch, and take a guided walking tour of historic Greystone Mansion. A hybrid road bike, safety equipment, and bottled water are also included.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$175.00
The Best Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxurious Vehicle

The Best Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxurious Vehicle

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See Los Angeles in style with a 5-hour private tour in a spacious vehicle. Watch for celebrities as you cruise the Walk of Fame past the iconic Chinese Theater, and navigate the roads of Beverly Hills as you spot the stars’ sprawling mansions. Continue along Rodeo Drive and the vibrant Sunset Strip, then hit downtown to see the city’s most famous sports centers, concert halls and museums. Finish your trip at the Pacific Ocean, where you’ll take in Venice Beach, the Santa Monica Pier and miles of perfect, palm-lined beaches.
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  • 10 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$499.00
per group
Santa Monica Bar & Club Crawl

Santa Monica Bar & Club Crawl

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Enjoy the best Bar & Club Crawl in Santa Monica / 3rd Street. This tour was curated by local Angelenos who's passions are traveling the world and bringing people from all walks of life together. Santa Monica is a huge city and can be very challenging to navigate. The owners curate this tour to include all different aspects of nightlife in Santa Monica. The Santa Monica Bar & Club Crawl is conveniently located in the heart of Santa Monica and two of the venues are located on the iconic 3rd street promenade. Tour includes admission, 3 drinks, and bottle service at the nightclub. The tour ends at 10:30 but you can stay out as long as you'd like. All you need to do is show up and have fun! P.S. Please remember to dress to impress!
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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US$89.00
Private Rickshaw Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beach

Private Rickshaw Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beach

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Relax as you take a ride on a private rickshaw along the streets and beaches of Santa Monica. Enjoy the fresh ocean breezes while touring the area to locations such as the Santa Monica Pier, Muscle Beach, Venice Boardwalk and the Venice Skatepark. Sit back and let your guide do all the work! Two people per rickshaw, please.
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  • 1 hour
  • Free Cancellation
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US$120.00
per group
Santa Monica & Venice Bike Tour

Santa Monica & Venice Bike Tour

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Explore Santa Monica and Venice like a local on this guided bike tour. Ride through these coastal towns on a classic beach cruiser. Experience the famous boardwalk and canals, go to hidden spots, and learn about the history of these Los Angeles neighborhoods. The tour passes by the Santa Monica Pier and stops at Muscle Beach. You’ll be able to visit Abbot Kinney Boulevard for juice or coffee before heading up Main Street.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$85.00
E-Bike LA Beach Tour from Redondo Beach Pier

E-Bike LA Beach Tour from Redondo Beach Pier

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Ride in style from the Redondo Beach Pier to the Santa Monica Pier and back on a single charge! This is a 4-Hour Self Guided e-bike tour. Enjoy stops in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach or Venice Beach along the way. Our friendly team will give you suggestions on where to visit up and down the coast along the beach bike path on your self-guided tour. Come to our shop at the top level of the Redondo Beach Pier parking structure. There is plenty of parking with flexible time limits and we are right on the beach bike path. You will receive an orientation to the electric bike to make sure you are comfortable. Our e-bikes are comfortable, high-quality beach cruisers built by the Electric Bike Company. Helmets, locks are included. Liability waiver required prior to riding.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$75.00
Pacific Coast Highway: a Smartphone Audio Tour between LA & Santa Maria

Pacific Coast Highway: a Smartphone Audio Tour between LA & Santa Maria

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Use this guide while you drive down the Pacific Coast Highway from Los Angeles to Santa Maria which helps you navigate to several noteworthy places along the route, and also gives you a trivia question about each place. Go at your own pace, and know this does not use data. Several stops include The Getty Villa, Venice, Marina del Ray, Malibu, Oxnard, and many more.
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  • Free Cancellation
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US$7.99
per group
Santa Monica Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

Santa Monica Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

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The Santa Monica donut tour is our first foray into sunny Southern California. This tour celebrates all things donuts, sunshine, and beachfront fun. Our tour begins at a California institution, Randy’s Donuts. You may know Randy’s from their many appearances across TV, movies, and music videos, specifically for their iconic giant donut. After we’ve tried some of their amazing classics, we’ll move on to our next location, Sidecar Doughnuts. If you are looking for amazing, artisanal donuts - you’ve come to the right place. Our third location is a slightly unexpected stop, but still quintessentially California for churros. And our last stop may change based on the group or the weather, so we won’t ruin the surprise, but the two options we’ve picked out are both equally fantastic.
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  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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US$60.00

What are people saying about Santa Monica Beach and Pier

Ramaprasad_G, Sept 2023
Good experience .Covered most important places
Value for money.Able to cover many important places in one day.Driver was good and gave a very good narrative on all the places
Rebecca_J, Sept 2023
Fabulous
Fantastic tour with an extremely knowledgeable friendly guide. Saw all the fabulous sights of Los Angeles
Mike_W, Sept 2023
A great trip
It was a great trip. The E Bike was fun and easy. Connor was our tour guide and was very informative.
RoseanneChapman, Sept 2023
Great Tour!
The Griffin Observatory was great - Santa Monica Pier - Venice Beach - etc. not to mention our engaging and entertaining driver, George. It was a full day but I would recommend it to anyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What are Santa Monica Beach and Pier hours of operation?
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Santa Monica Beach and Pier hours of operation: Daily. Buy tickets in advance on Viator. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.