Food Scene
North Italia
1442 2nd StGreat Italian Food,
Urth Caffe Santa Monica
2327 Main StOpen late. The best teas and coffees.
Empanada's Place
3811 Sawtelle BlvdThe best empanadas you will ever have. Amazing.
Superba Food + Bread
1900 Lincoln BlvdMy go to place for brunch & lunch.
Rustic Kitchen Market & Cafe
3523 S Centinela AveGreat neighborhood cafe.
Mar Vista Farmers' Market
12198 Venice Blvd.One of the best markets on the west side.
This is one of the most amazing farmer's markets on Earth. I love watching the produce change from week to week. All organic. Watch for famous chefs and celebrities.
34 locals recommend
Santa Monica Wednesday Downtown Farmers Market
155-199 Arizona AveThis is one of the most amazing farmer's markets on Earth. I love watching the produce change from week to week. All organic. Watch for famous chefs and celebrities.
The Rose Room
6 Rose AveGreat restaurant. Outdoor dining in a hip venue.
Baby Blues BBQ - Venice
444 Lincoln BlvdBest ribs in Los Angeles.
Parks & Nature
You will always see something at Zuma Beach. Pelicans, Dolphins, Seals, Sea Lions, Whales and Surfers. Grab a spot along the beach.
299 locals recommend
Zuma Beach
You will always see something at Zuma Beach. Pelicans, Dolphins, Seals, Sea Lions, Whales and Surfers. Grab a spot along the beach.
One of the most beautiful beaches in Los Angeles. Go during low tide to see the caves.
222 locals recommend
El Matador Beach
32350 Pacific Coast HwyOne of the most beautiful beaches in Los Angeles. Go during low tide to see the caves.
Far better than Griffith Park. Less crowded, cooler, and better views of the ocean and city:)
204 locals recommend
Will Rogers State Historic Park
1501 Will Rogers State Park RdFar better than Griffith Park. Less crowded, cooler, and better views of the ocean and city:)
Shopping
Planet Blue
2940 Main StGreat selection of bohemian and west coast clothing.
Entertainment & Activities
Bowlero Mar Vista
12125 Venice Blvd.Super Hip Bowling Alley. Reserve a lane for the family.
Take a class with Mia, Vinnie, or Calvin. Will be one of the most fun yoga classes with a top notch world renowned instructor..
73 locals recommend
YogaWorks Main St
2215 Main StTake a class with Mia, Vinnie, or Calvin. Will be one of the most fun yoga classes with a top notch world renowned instructor..
Arts & Culture
Beautiful views. Amazing location. Make reservations on their website. Or show. Usually you won't be turned away if you tell them you are a tourist and only have that one day to visit. It is free.
883 locals recommend
The Getty Villa
17985 Pacific Coast HwyBeautiful views. Amazing location. Make reservations on their website. Or show. Usually you won't be turned away if you tell them you are a tourist and only have that one day to visit. It is free.
Sightseeing
Venice Fishing Pier
Venice Fishing PierI always love to walk on the pier and look around.