Best 326 things to do in Santa Monica, CA

Catch waves with a local guide, beach lunch, and a coastal ride to Malibu

Build surf skills with local instruction, gear, and time in the water

Build surf skills with coaching tailored to your goals and ability

Hands-on coaching tailored to your small group

See LA’s landmark neighborhoods with guided stories and time to explore

See Malibu’s beaches, estates and pier from an open-air van

Learn faster with your own private surf instructor

Rent a pedal-assist e-bike and cruise Santa Monica, Venice, and Marina del Rey

Rent a bike in Santa Monica and ride to Venice, the canals, and Marina del Rey

Pedal Santa Monica, Venice Canals, and Marina del Rey with a local guide

Ride an e-bike from Santa Monica to Venice with a guide and photo stops

Ride from Santa Monica Pier and explore West LA at your own pace

Ride Santa Monica and Venice on a private guided bike tour

Pick up a high-quality road bike and ride Santa Monica your way

Sample four frozen dessert styles on a guided Santa Monica walk

Pour, swirl, and layer paint into your own fluid-art canvas

Pour, swirl, and personalize your own fluid art bear

Throw paint, dance, and create your own canvas to take home

Create a neon canvas together with playful black-light prompts

Turn paint splatter into a shared creative date

Paint together with a Wednesday half-off second splatter session

Create neon splatter art under black light and take your canvas home

Private, beginner-focused instruction with an experienced Santa Monica surf coach

Choose your board and get on the water at your own pace