A bay bordered by a crescent-shaped shore between Malibu and Los Angeles, the mainland of Santa Monica Bay is lined with high-end property. Many piers and docks offer fishing and parking for private vessels. Some of the larger piers, such as Santa Monica Pier and Marina Del Rey, are full of entertainment, shopping, and restaurants. A fishing or boat tour helps you appreciate the California coast. Adrenaline-pumping water activities are also available. Use our Santa Monica trip planner to visit Santa Monica Bay on your trip to Santa Monica, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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Beautiful beach with wonderful views. Travelled here when we did a tour of america and wasn't disappointed.
Beautiful beach with wonderful views. Travelled here when we did a tour of america and wasn't disappointed. more »
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The Most Wonderful Beach This beach has also best security and life support too. and also good for the family trip also
The Most Wonderful Beach This beach has also best security and life support too. and also good for the family trip also more »
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This place is a
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Buried site of Dennis Wilson, 01/04/1984. 20 miles North Santa Catalina island
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