Santa Monica State Beach is a California State Park operated by the city of Santa Monica.Santa Monica BeachThe beach is located along Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Monica. It is 3.5 miles long and has parks, picnic areas, playgrounds, restrooms, as well as manned lifeguard stations, the original Muscle Beach, bike rentals, concessions, a few hotels, a bike path, and wooden pathways for warm days and beachgoers with disabilities. Visitor activities include volleyball, surfing, stand up paddleboarding, and swimming. Smoking at the beach is prohibited.At the foot of Colorado Avenue, through the famous arch and sign, lies the historic Santa Monica Pier, which dates from 1909. The pier has a National Historic Landmark -– the 1922 Looff Hippodrome Carousel.A few steps south of the Pier volleyball courts is the International Chess Park. The public chess tables—and a human-scale chessboard set into the sidewalk—draw a wide assortment of players.Palisades Park is located atop Santa Monica’s famed sandstone cliffs, providing a vantage point to see the sweep of Santa Monica Beach and the Pacific Ocean.The beach is the one Baywatch was filmed at and also the beach the album art for Umbrella Beach by Owl City features."Ink Well"A section of the beach was referred to as "Ink Well" and "Negro Beach" in the early 20th century when it was one of the few areas in California where African Americans were allowed to enjoy beach access in a largely segregated society. Other areas for blacks were Bruce's Beach in Manhattan Beach and the Pacific Beach Club in Orange County. Nick Gabaldon, one of the first black surfers in California, lived in Santa Monica, and used the 200 foot roped off stretch of beach demarcated for blacks. He died after crashing into the Malibu Pier.
This Santa Monica restaurant is truly an unforgettable experience overlooking the beach, with a seasonal market menu and a wine list even Californians will admire. 1 Pico is one address you’ll always remember. Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/1picosantamonica/ https://twitter.com/shuttersca
Venice Beach Suites & Hotel is a family-owned and operated boutique hotel located on the world-famous Venice Beach Boardwalk in L.A.
Brambila Salon, located in the heart of Santa Monica, offers an intimate hair experience with an ocean view. Owner Mary Brambila, known for her famous stylish color and cuts opened the salon in 2003, and has built a loyal clientele of business owners, producers, musicians, celebrities and just about anyone looking for a unique hair experience, with no fuss or attitudes. Sit and chat, or enjoy the view and get pampered by one of Brambila’s seasoned stylists. Stylists are available for private appointments, special events and red-carpets as well.
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