Where is the best place to eat or shop in Santa Monica?

Head to the Third Street Promenade for upscale shopping and dining in Santa Monica. You’ll also find retail and dining establishments on Main Street and on the Santa Monica Pier itself.

Are there additional attractions, like museums, in Santa Monica?

Yes! Check out Bergamot Station Arts Center for a collection of galleries in a variety of media or head to the Santa Monica Museum of Art to peruse permanent and rotating collections.

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Enjoy Shopping, Dining, and Beautiful Sunsets at Carmel-By-The-Sea

Named by Travel + Leisure as one of the "World's Best Cities for Romance", this quaint town on California's central coast is home to art galleries, boutiques, shops, restaurants, and uniquely styled homes that look like they're straight out of a storybook. Get your fix of retail therapy or get inspired as you explore the rugged coastline, featuring a mix of sandy beaches and rocky outcrops. Enjoy memorable art experiences, take in the breathtaking scenery at Carmel Beach, or taste some of the region's premium wines at one of the numerous tasting rooms and wine bars.

Events

Carmel-By-The-Sea Culinary Week

AT & T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest

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Shopping
Dining
Sunset center

Art
Wine Tasting
Carmel Mission

Surfing
Volleyball

FAQs

Where is the best place to eat or shop in Santa Monica?
Head to the Third Street Promenade for upscale shopping and dining in Santa Monica. You’ll also find retail and dining establishments on Main Street and on the Santa Monica Pier itself.
Are there additional attractions, like museums, in Santa Monica?
Yes! Check out Bergamot Station Arts Center for a collection of galleries in a variety of media or head to the Santa Monica Museum of Art to peruse permanent and rotating collections.