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Santa Monica Pier

Opened in 1909, The Santa Monica Municipal Pier is a historic cornerstone of Southern California life surviving severe storms, heavy use, numerous owners, changing times and an “Order of Demolition’ by the Santa Monica City Council.

As a recreational and entertainment venue--The Santa Monica Municipal Pier is a classic beachside pier offering visitors activities and things to do like concerts, free drive-in style movies, carnival rides, carnival games, sit-down dining (Mexican, American and seafood) and the experience of visiting an old-time wooden pier from a bygone era.

As with much of Los Angeles—enjoying the Santa Monica Municipal Pier depends on smooth transportation and easy, convenient parking.   The links below give you all the information necessary to get to Santa Monica Municipal Pier and find good parking:

Santa Monica Parking Guide           
Santa Monica Parking Map           
Best Weekend Parking                       
Real Time Parking Info                       
Shuttle Bus Service                       
Big Blue Bus Route Map                       

Santa Monica Municipal Pier has many nearby hotels—some right on the beach, making for a wonderful weekend getaway.  Day users will find plenty of food on the pier as well as restrooms, nearby play areas for children and good handicap access.

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium offers live sea life exhibits including a “touch tank” with sea stars, crabs, sea urchins, snails, kelp and sea cucumbers.  Go to http://www.healthebay.org/smpa/exhibits/default.asp for more information.

Step back in time, discover your inner-child and take home a lifetime of memories from one of California’s favorite attractions—The Santa Monica Municipal Pier.

Santa Monica Pier Organization           

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