Location Los Angeles

While you are visiting Los Angeles you will want to take some time and check out the Santa Monica Pier. This is a very fun area that will allow you to take part in many different activities that are sure to be fun, exciting, and leave a lasting impression. The pier is open 365 days a year and there is no direct cost involved in simply visiting the pier. It's a good idea when visiting this Los Angeles attraction to give yourself a few hours to enjoy it fully.

The Santa Monica Pier will allow you to step back in time to 1916, as that is when the pier was built. Today the pier is popular during all times of the year, but especially during the summer when you can enjoy free concerts on Thursday nights.

Pacific Park

While you are at the pier you will also want to check out Pacific Park. Pacific Park offers visitors many different rides that will be exciting for the young and the old. Many people visit Pacific Park because it features the only steel-railed roller coaster in this part of the country.

Playland Arcade

If you like arcade games or you just want to get the full Santa Monica Pier, you'll want to check out the Playland Arcade where you can enjoy 200 different arcade games, and if that was not enough you can take a ride on the Santa Monica Pier Carousel or simply visit the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. As you can see, there is plenty to see and do when you visit this area, so make sure that you allow for plenty of time to enjoy the sites fully!