Santa Monica is a very walkable part of ... California tours offer guided cycling trips along the beach). One of the most scenic bike rides is along the 22-mile paved path, known as The Strand ...

If you’re looking for beach fun that involves thrill rides and games, then Santa Monica Pier is your best bet. It has everything that you need for an entertaining day out by the sea. However ...

Scenic views: The ferry ride to Catalina Island is a scenic ... Catalina Express ferry from San Pedro or Long Beach. Can you drive from Santa Monica to Catalina Island? No, you can’t drive ...

Santa Monica State Beach ranked No. 18 on the list with its ... "Spend the afternoon by the water, then stroll the boardwalk or go for a bike ride," according to the site. "For views, head to ...

Stretching from the intersection of Colorado Boulevard and Ocean Front Walk (the end of Route 66) to a spot above Santa Monica Bay, the Santa Monica Pier is the ... games, rides and food stalls.