Best 75 things to do in Santa Monica, CA

Paddle the Palos Verdes coast with a guided stand-up paddle board session

Create your own painting with guided instruction at Terranea

Learn to surf with a 90-minute lesson in Redondo Beach

Reserve a resort pool cabana with refreshments and a dedicated server

Paddle by kelp forests on a 2-hour leopard shark tour (ages 10+)

Paint at your own pace with a plein air kit and take your artwork home

Design a custom resin charcuterie board souvenir with guided instruction

Reserve a resort pool daybed for two with umbrella and food-and-beverage credit

Take-home mandala wine painting kit with glasses and wine (21+)

Paint your own mandala stone with supplies and guided instructions

Stargaze with a trained astronomer at Catalina Point

Cruise SoCal waters with a narrated dolphin and whale watch

Charter a private boat for narrated dolphin and whale watching

Cover 35 miles of Los Angeles highlights by electric bike in just five hours.

Ride an e-bike past iconic Hollywood landmarks and capture unbeatable photos of the famous sign with a local guide.

Get up-close views of the Hollywood Sign with a local guide and great photo ops on a 4-mile private hike.

See top Los Angeles sights on a small-group VIP tour with photo stops

Private 3-hour LA tour for up to 7, set your own pace

Gather around private beach fire tables and toast s'mores at sunset.

Enjoy an exclusive seaside movie screening with chairs, blankets, and refreshments

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a coastal brunch at Palos Verdes Ballroom & Terrace

Host a Terranea elopement or small wedding for up to 30 guests

Dine oceanfront at Mar’sel with winery pours and seasonal courses

Slow, grounding yoga and meditation under the full moon