Activities & Attractions: Discover the Best Things to Do in Santa Monica

Sandboure Santa Monica is ideally located steps from the beach and walking distance to the iconic Santa Monica Pier with other popular local attractions nearby:

• Bergamot Station
• Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive
• Exposition Park, Coliseum & USC
• Griffith Park, Zoo & Observatory
• Disneyland
• Hollywood Bowl
• Six Flags Magic Mountain
• Route 66 End Of The Trail
• Malibu Beaches
• Santa Monica Pier

Visit our Activities & Local Attractions page for more information things to do in the area.

Yes, we have a heated outdoor pool steps from the beach with cabanas, lounge chairs, and poolside bar. Open every day: 8:00 AM—Sunset.
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At Sandbourne Santa Monica, we offer our guests a variety of enjoyable and engaging on-site activities including:

• Ceramics Classes Every Saturday: Enhance your stay with our complimentary ceramics class, offered exclusively for hotel guests every Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM.
• Private DJ at Marelle Every Friday & Sunday: Enjoy live music every Friday & Sunday at Marelle. Savor delicious cuisine while the tunes set the perfect vibe for your dining experience.
• Outdoor Heated Pool: Enjoy our heated outdoor pool steps from the beach with cabanas, lounge chairs, and poolside bar. Open every day: 8:00 AM—Sunset.
• Proximity to the Beach: Located just steps from the iconic Santa Monica Beach and Pier, our hotel provides easy access to sunbathing, swimming, and seaside strolls.
• Dining at Marelle: Savor the fresh flavors of California cuisine at Marelle, offering indoor and outdoor seating with ocean views. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a setting that delights all senses.

Absolutely. Popular choices include Griffith Park and the Observatory, Malibu’s coastal drives, The Getty Center, Beverly Hills, and even theme parks like Six Flags Magic Mountain or Disneyland. These longer excursions pair well with free mornings or evenings by the beach.

Yes. Guests can book coastal bike tours, food and history walking tours, surf lessons, and LA-wide sightseeing experiences through local operators. Many tours depart from Santa Monica or nearby Venice, making it easy to join without long travel times.

Yes. SoFi Stadium, the Kia Forum, the Hollywood Bowl, and Exposition Park are all reachable from Sandbourne, giving guests easy access to concerts, sports games, and large-scale events during their stay.

Most major theme parks are within one to two hours of Santa Monica, depending on traffic. Disneyland and Universal Studios are both popular options for guests planning a full-day outing, and rideshares or rental cars are the simplest way to get there.

Definitely. Staying on the Westside allows you to enjoy the coast while remaining well-connected to the city’s major cultural, entertainment, and shopping districts. It strikes a good balance between beach relaxation and access to the rest of LA.

Art lovers are close to Bergamot Station—the city’s well-known contemporary arts complex. The Broad Stage, Annenberg Community Beach House programming, and rotating gallery exhibitions across the Westside offer additional cultural depth within a short distance of the hotel.

Many guests use a mix of driving and rideshares when exploring attractions beyond Santa Monica. The Metro E Line also connects the Westside to Culver City and Downtown LA, while major freeways provide direct routes to Hollywood, Griffith Park, and Orange County destinations.

Santa Monica offers quick access to a wide range of Los Angeles landmarks. From the hotel, you can reach sites like The Getty, Griffith Observatory, SoFi Stadium, and Beverly Hills with a straightforward drive or rideshare. It’s one of the reasons the Westside is such a convenient base for exploring the broader city.