Santa Monica | Where California Sunsets Steal Your Heart 🌅

🚗 TRANSPORT HACKS • From Hollywood Hills: 30-45min drive • Metro Option: E Line to Santa Monica Station → 10min walk to pier 🌴 ITINERARY PERFECTION 1️⃣ Third Street Promenade Vibrant pedestrian zone with: 🎵 Live street music 🍽️ 1km of eateries (lunch rec: Urth Caffé) 🛍️ Quirky local boutiques 2️⃣ Santa Monica Beach Closest sandy escape from LA proper Safe + lively (beach volleyball courts!) 3️⃣ Santa Monica Pier (Golden Hour MUST!) Historic 1909 pier with: 🎡 Iconic Pacific Wheel (golden hour glow) 🎢 Pacific Park rollercoaster ($15/2 rides) 📸 Route 66 End Sign photo op 🍽️ DINNER WITH A VIEW • The Albright (on pier) Fresh lobster rolls + fish & chips Sunset dining ~$40/person 🏡 STAY THE NIGHT ✨ Airbnb: "Panoramic Ocean View" 10min walk to all attractions Floor-to-ceiling windows facing Pacific Host Mike’s local food recs = 💯 #SantaMonicaSunset #CaliforniaCoast #DayTripFromLA #PierPerfect #WestCoastVibes #AirbnbWithAView