It doesn’t matter if you’re coming to Santa Monica from the other side of Los Angeles, or the other side of the country – if you’re driving, you’re going to have to navigate parking. The parking enforcement is very strict in Santa Monica, so forgetting to feed the meter or leaving your car in the wrong place at the wrong […]
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Read on for the July edition of The Loop! The Loop is the best place to get information about upcoming events and special programming here on the world-famous Santa Monica Pier. We’ll only send about one e-mail a month and you can opt out/unsubscribe at any time. Additionally, The Loop is the best place to get special discounts and promotions […]
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Los Angeles is known for sunny weather and warm year-round temps, but every now and then we do get hit with a heatwave during the summer months. With average daytime temperatures above 100 degrees on the thermometer, both locals and tourists seek cooler activities to beat the heat. Just because it’s hot doesn’t mean that you can’t still have fun, […]
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One of Pacific Park’s newest midway games is not your typical pitch or race game… this one has a little bit of a kick to it! We’re pleased to introduce Penalty Kick, a game that will put your soccer skills to the test. Think you can make the goal? Stop by Pacific Park and try it out! You could even […]
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Guest blogger Valerie from My One Big Planet stopped by the Park a few weeks ago! Read on for her review: If you’re visiting Santa Monica it’s a must that you visit Pacific Park, located on the Santa Monica Pier. This amusement park hosts 12 rides, tons of midway games, delicious food outlets, and loads of shopping experiences. Spend a […]
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Looking for vacation inspiration or activities to do with your family this summer? Hilton hotels have you covered with their new California Road Trip package! Experience the best of The Golden State, with over 70 participating Hilton hotels, and enjoy delicious breakfast or premium WiFi as well as exclusive discounts to popular attractions you can literally “unlock” with four collectible […]
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Parking at the Santa Monica Pier isn’t complicated! Check out this guide for beachside parking or some cheaper options down the street. The Santa Monica Pier is one of the most visited entertainment destinations in Southern California. Whether you are planning to visit the expansive white sand beaches along the Santa Monica shore line, want to walk the historic […]
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Looking for a unique experience at an amusement park that will leave your family with fantastic memories? A lot of amusement parks today seem similar – no distinguishable theme, costly, and lacking the nostalgic feel of parks in the past. Luckily for those lovers of true amusement parks, there’s still a few holdovers that have modernized their rides and amenities […]
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Everyone loves amusement parks. They’re full of candy, foods you only consume at amusement parks, games and rides to thrill, scare, and make you smile. But for me, no trip to an amusement park is complete unless I’ve ridden the Ferris wheel. Even as a child, the Ferris wheel was my first stop upon arriving at a park. I found […]
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In its over one-hundred-year history, the iconic Santa Monica Pier has hosted mechanical and human entertainers ranging from obstacle games and roller coasters to close-up magicians and singer/songwriters to some of Hollywood’s brightest stars and box office bigshots. Great times, super stardom, and timeless cultural and historical importance has been espoused with the Pier, as well as its gorgeous surrounding […]
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