Santa Monica Canyon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Monica Canyon
Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
A star-studded venue which is part film and TV studio, part entertainment complex and part amusement park for three-times the fun.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Crypto.com Arena
This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.
Activities
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Santa Monica Canyon Hotel Deals
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
The atmosphere and the rooms were very high tech and Davy
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn LAX Los Angeles Airport
Yes the rooms were great and staff attentive
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Paula checked us in after an exhausting day! She was able to process our room quickly! Great job!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Loews Hollywood Hotel
This hotel was so bougee and I loved it! Right when we walked in, I was greeted with an amazing smell! When a hotel smells good, you know you are staying in great place. Staff were attentive and the room was excellent! Will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Room was clean and everything worked
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Burbank
Fantastic location for restaurants and shopping. Good food at the hotel cafe, courteous staff, clean room. Convenient parking on-site.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica Canyon
Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.
Brentwood
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Brentwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Getty Center or Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
Santa Monica Canyon Travel Guide
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Crypto.com Arena
- Santa Monica Beach
- University of Southern California
- Venice Beach
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Santa Monica Pier
- Kia Forum
- Hollywood Boulevard
- The Grove
- Rodeo Drive
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
- Hollywood Bowl
- Sunset Strip
- Universal CityWalk
- Melrose Avenue
- Walt Disney Concert Hall
- Warner Brothers Studio
- BMO Stadium
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
- Getty Center
- Dolby Theater
- Griffith Observatory
- Echo Park Lake
- Hollywood Sign
- Venice Beach Boardwalk
- Wilshire Boulevard
