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Ultimate 2-Day Santa Monica Itinerary: Beach, Shopping & Local Flavors

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Day 1: Beach and Shopping

Santa Monica, USA on April 15, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at Urth Caffé

Enjoy organic coffee and healthy breakfast options like avocado toast and acai bowls at this popular local café, open from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
USD15, 1 hour

9:30AM

Santa Monica Beach Walk

Take a leisurely stroll along the iconic sandy Santa Monica Beach, enjoying ocean views and fresh sea air, perfect for morning relaxation.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Santa Monica Pier

Visit the historic pier featuring an amusement park, aquarium, and various shops; open daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
USD25 for Pacific Park rides (optional), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at The Albright

Enjoy fresh seafood and casual dining on the Santa Monica Pier, specializing in sustainable fish dishes.
USD30, 1 hour

2:30PM

Third Street Promenade Shopping

Explore this bustling open-air shopping district with a variety of shops, street performers, and cafes.
Free to browse, 2 hours

5:00PM

Relax at Palisades Park

Watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean from this cliffside park featuring walking paths and stunning views, open until sunset.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Cassia

Savor Southeast Asian flavors at this contemporary bistro known for its unique dishes and vibrant atmosphere, open until 10:00 PM.
USD50, 1.5 hours

Day 2: Culture and Relaxation

Santa Monica, USA on April 16, 2025

8:30AM

Breakfast at Huckleberry Café

Start your day with homemade pastries and farm-to-table breakfast options at this beloved local spot, open from 7:00 AM.
USD20, 1 hour

10:00AM

Annenberg Community Beach House

Visit this historic beach property offering a pool, beach access, and art exhibits; open from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM. Great for relaxing and cultural exploration.
USD10 entry, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Blue Plate Taco

Enjoy fresh Mexican cuisine with a beachfront view, specializing in tacos and margaritas, open until 10:00 PM.
USD25, 1 hour

2:00PM

Montana Avenue Shopping and Galleries

Explore the charming Montana Avenue with boutique shops, galleries, and coffee spots, perfect for an afternoon stroll and shopping.
Free to browse, 2 hours

5:00PM

Coffee Break at Demitasse

Recharge with expertly brewed coffee and light snacks before dinner, open until 6:00 PM.
USD10, 30 minutes

7:00PM

Dinner at Elephante

Dine in style atop the beach with Mediterranean-inspired dishes and panoramic ocean views, open until 11:00 PM.
USD60, 2 hours
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