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Santa Monica Pier

200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Pier Restoration Corporation, Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-458-8900
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As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles
Ranked #8 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
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Type: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Dining, Shopping, Fishing
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: This bustling wooden wharf is the place to be, with its eateries, shops, high-tech arcade, roller coaster, giant Ferris wheel and other rides, famous... more » Owner description: This bustling wooden wharf is the place to be, with its eateries, shops, high-tech arcade, roller coaster, giant Ferris wheel and other rides, famous 1922 indoor merry-go-round and fantastic views of the bay and the mountains. « less
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Blacksburg
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Who doesnt want to see the Santa Monica pier sign that has been featured in so many movies and TV. We actually went twice:) The water is beautiful. The mountains in the background make for some awesome pictures. We saw dolphins so close to shore. It is a great place to visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

I am from NY and we have Coney Island but I had to see the famous Santa Monica pier while visiting family in California. First, you can't compare the two. Although I love Coney Island and it is coming back, it is also can be filthy and seems to attract undesirables. Santa Monica is soo clean, the people are soo... More

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Boynton Beach, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Loved that there is a little amusement park right on the pier. You must ride the ferris wheel so you can take in the awesome view. Rides were decently priced. Shopping was the regular tourist fare and overpriced. Beach that the pier is on is nice!

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Jacksonville, North Carolina, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

i really enjoyed this place, i will come back some day with friends or family i hope this review helps

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Grapevine, TX
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

On a recent visit back to my college town, I was pleasantly surprised to see how this iconic pier has really rejuvenated itself and become a destination filled with restaurants and attractions. For dining, there are options ranging from the fancy and costly to the familiar fast food, making it accessible to all income levels. The must-do ride on the... More

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Cocoa, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Enjoyed the people watching, and watching everyone who was having a great time. We drove from Covina, CA to visit and I am glad we did. This is my second time to the Pier, and I enjoyed it just as I did the first time I was here. You can park on the Pier itself for $3 an hour, or... More

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London, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Like Brighton, England, but without the humour. Quite noisy. Big hot dogs. Low quality rides and the same old thirst you can get everywhere.

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Winter Garden, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 via mobile

Went during the day on a Thursday. Took fun pics, especially with the iconic sign.Fun people watching, a good variety of food & souvenir shops. A little run down looking but renovations are underway. One of the must do things if you are in the area

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

Brilliant at night when all the lights are on, some people stay on the beach until dark just to see the pier lit up in all it's glory. Such a pretty little pier, will go again.

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devon uk
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 via mobile

Walked along the vast expanse of virtually empty beach. Bus was 1$ from Lax-bargain. The pier was brash, seaside fun and there is nothing wrong with that.

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