Santa Monica Pier

The Santa Monica Pier, an iconic California jetty

The Santa Monica audio-guided tour takes you to the Santa Monica Pier, an iconic setting that has appeared in countless films and series, to the point of embodying the image of Los Angeles and Californian life. This jetty of more than five hundred metres reaches out into the Pacific Ocean.

A century-old place of entertainment

The jetty welcomes millions of visitors each year, who come to stroll, fish, admire the view or enjoy the atmosphere. A leisure spot since the early twentieth century, it has always been associated with fun, rides and seaside walks. Even today, it keeps this festive, seaside atmosphere typical of Southern California.

What there is to see

There you find the Pacific Park amusement park, the historic Looff Hippodrome carousel, restaurants, stalls and the famous Route 66 sign. The big wheel, visible from afar, is one of the symbols of Santa Monica. From the end of the jetty, the view over the ocean and the coast is superb, especially at sunset.

Practical information

The Santa Monica Pier is at the end of Colorado Avenue, above Santa Monica beach. Access to the jetty is free at all hours and on the level; the attractions and shops keep their own hours. The atmosphere is particularly lively at the end of the day.

How long is the Santa Monica Pier?

The jetty reaches more than five hundred metres into the Pacific Ocean and welcomes millions of visitors each year.

What can you do on the jetty?

You can stroll, fish, enjoy the Pacific Park amusement park, the historic carousel, the restaurants and the ocean view.