Tongva Park

Tongva Park, an urban oasis of Santa Monica

The Santa Monica audio-guided tour lets you discover Tongva Park, a large modern green space located a few steps from the ocean and the Santa Monica Pier. Opened in 2013, it bears the name of the Tongva people, the Indigenous people of the Los Angeles basin, in tribute to their memory.

From car park to landscaped park

Opened in 2013 on the site of a former car park, the park was entirely funded by public money. The project transformed more than two hectares of asphalt into a landscaped park inspired by the natural relief of Southern California, with artificial hills, winding paths and several viewpoints over the Pacific. It is home to more than thirty thousand plants.

What there is to see

The park charms with its contemporary design, its green hills, its fountains and its belvederes facing the ocean. It is a relaxation spot appreciated by residents, a stone's throw from the seafront. Its name pays tribute to the first inhabitants of the region, in a spirit of memory and respect.

Practical information

Tongva Park is at 1615 Ocean Avenue, in Santa Monica, near the Santa Monica Pier and the city hall. The park is freely accessible during opening hours and on the level via its paths. It offers fine views over the ocean, best discovered by day.

Where does the name Tongva Park come from?

The park bears the name of the Tongva people, the Indigenous people of the Los Angeles basin, in tribute to their memory and to the first inhabitants of the region.

When was Tongva Park opened?

The park was opened in 2013, on the site of a former car park, transforming more than two hectares of asphalt into a landscaped park.