Let’s settle this debate once and for all! Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier are around 20 mins away from downtown Los Angeles and both offer breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

Sharael Kolberg, Contributor, Travel West of downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica ... along with Venice, Manhattan, Hermosa and Redondo beaches. Many beachgoers say the Santa Monica Pier is a ...

A heartbroken family is taking legal action after a woman was run over and killed on the beach near the Santa Monica Pier.

U.S. News Insider Tip: Rent an e-bike at one of the shops on the Santa Monica Pier and spend the afternoon riding 3 miles (one way) along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail to Venice Beach. Stop for ...

Where’s the best place to stay in Los Angeles? In a city so annoyingly spread out, being strategic about where to stay in L.A ...

Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica 100 yards up and down ... Windward storm drain at Venice Beach 100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain. Dockweiler State Beach.

a short stroll from Muscle Beach and the Santa Monica Pier, a bike ride away from Venice Beach south along the beachside esplanades and paths, and close to premium shopping and farmers' markets at ...