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Downtown Santa Monica

Third Street Promenade

Shopping Plaza, Pedestrian Plaza, and Shopping Mall
Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica
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    Jaysyn L.
    "Also, make sure to tip your favorite street performers!!"(31 Tips)
    Raul
    "Great outdoor mall right in the middle"(5 Tips)
    Kat L.
    "Be sure to stop by Brandy Melville & the pier...best cotton candy!"(4 Tips)
    Chris D.
    "Shopping, eating, people watching, sunsets and nice weather."(12 Tips)
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  • Parker G.heart icon on user image
    Parker GreenNovember 13, 2017
    I love the Promenade, even if it is a bit touristy! The have tons of shops ranging from the high-end to more affordable, and lots of people watching opportunities! Very talents performers as well!
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    ASJuly 12, 2018
    I loved it, a lot of shows, shops & stores, fantastic location in Santa Monica next to the beach, I bought all my family gifts from there, plus the LA sunset from there is everything ❤️
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  • Abdullah K.heart icon on user image
    Abdullah KAugust 4, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Good for chillin, walking around, having a cup of coffee and shopping. The atmosphere is surrounded with talented people in music, art and dance. Just enjoy 'em.
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    Upvoted Nov 28, 2024
  • Janet R.
    Janet R 💜🐱October 1, 2012
    For a dinner on a budget, go to the food court in middle block for sushi bar & falafels. Upstairs is Wolfgang Puck Express & Subway. You can sit overlooking the Promenade.
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  • Chris D.heart icon on user image
    Chris DavisDecember 4, 2017
    First time to LA and this was my first stop! So much to do and see within walking distance. Shopping, eating, people watching, sunsets and nice weather. Obvi a more touristy area. But feels like Cali
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  • Dorothy Kucich J.heart icon on user image
    We thought we would find one of a kind boutiques here but it's just an outdoor mall. Everything that I can buy at home. It's great if you want to shop at Urban Outfitters, Sunglass Hut, etc. 🛍
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    SJuly 31, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    If your looking for a saudi hangout come here every Sunday
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  • Social News Network
    Social News NetworkDecember 5, 2013
    Another great tourist attraction, the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, CA has a great variety of cafes and shops, and also makes for a nice walk, skate or stroll through the square.
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  • Jon M.heart icon on user image
    Jon MenagerAugust 13, 2015
    One of the best places to shop and eat in Santa Monica. You wouldn't be doing yourself right if you skipped out on stopping by! A must-see if you're visiting in the area.
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  • Samaheart icon on user image
    SamaOctober 31, 2018
    In love with this place. It's always good to go for a walk their morning or night ❤
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  • Saygın K.
    Saygın KarabayOctober 20, 2013
    Loads of street performers, generally not viewed by anyone :) still a must see in Santa Monica. Olm küçük Bodrum gibi, daha az kalabalik hali gibi. Bi de her taraf çiş kokuyor, şaşırmayın.
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  • H. C.
    H. Colbert (@hrsch)September 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The parking lots are laid out more logically than you think: even-numbered structures are on the ocean side (2nd St), odd numbers are on LA side (4th St). The lower the #, the farther from SM Place.
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  • Meshariheart icon on user image
    MeshariDecember 13, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    One of the attractions that all tourists and nearby locals visit. All shopping stores are there. Many good talents of street performers 👍🏻
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  • maria j.heart icon on user image
    maria jJune 26, 2015
    I love outdoor shopping centers and this is the one! Right next to the beach, fun, energetic place, great selection of stores and there's plenty places to eat out! Love Santa Monica!
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  • Raul
    RaulAugust 2, 2013
    Great outdoor mall right in the middle of sunny Santa Monica with street performers and loads of shops, you can also visit the farmers market early in the morning until midday! Lovely place!
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  • Hala
    HalaOctober 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    lovely place to have a lovely evening, prefer going there in the weekends.
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  • Mario L.heart icon on user image
    Mario LemeAugust 13, 2016
    Oh I LOVE this place. Beautifully decorated and many amazing stores and restaurants. Also, the street performers are great!
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  • Joni
    JoniFebruary 26, 2020
    Free street salsa social on Sundays starting at 6pm! 💃🏻 Between Wilshire Blvd & Arizona Ave. Friendly dance social for all levels of dancers. Find "3rd Street Promenade Salsa Familia" on Facebook.
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  • Kat L.heart icon on user image
    Kat LevyAugust 4, 2013
    Lay on the beach @ Santa Monica, grab lunch on 3rd street promenade & finish the day w some shopping! High end & affordable shops. Be sure to stop by Brandy Melville & the pier...best cotton candy!
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  • Jason C.
    Jason CalacanisMarch 24, 2013
    You won't find good food here and shops are no better than the mall in your town. Complete tourist trap--skip it. Go to Abbot Kinney in Venice, Montana in Santa Monica to see locals shop and eat.
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  • Begum T.
    Begum TekinJuly 2, 2015
    There are lots of street performers that make the atmosphere lively and fun. Parking in the Santa Monica Place is free for the first 90 minutes.
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  • Material Girl
    Material GirlMay 9, 2012
    I just love coming here. You can go to the beach before or after, have a drink, shop.. literally everything is here. I should probably just move to Santa Monica instead of living in WeHo.
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  • Colin S.heart icon on user image
    Colin StarkFebruary 2, 2016
    Nice street mall with some great shops and restaurants as well as a diverse selection of street musicians. Huge Apple Store.
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  • TOMS
    TOMSMay 30, 2013
    Why, yes! That *is* a dinosaur @ an outdoor mall. There are street performers Saturday, too, that run the gamut. Like jugglers; singers; drummers; dancers? They may be here...Lorin's on 3rd, too!
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  • Noanni R.heart icon on user image
    Noanni R.August 12, 2014
    Great place for shopping and beautiful sight to see... The beach is two blocks down major plus !
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  • Hamoud A.heart icon on user image
    Hamoud AlDabbousMay 28, 2016
    This place is really a good place for people watching and late night hanging out . Can't get bored with this place 😉
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  • Jackson T.heart icon on user image
    Jackson TsaiNovember 1, 2014
    Great place to walk around, shop, eat and spend an evening here. I visit this spot every time I'm back in Cali~!
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  • Connie C.heart icon on user image
    Connie ChiuMay 31, 2015
    Great for strolling on a sunny day. It's like physically walking through radio stations with all the different street performers.
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  • RC ⚾.
    RC ⚾💫🐘May 23, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Have a few hours to kill? Walk down 3rd St to eat great food, have a drink, people-watch, or see a show from one of the street performers. Great place to spend some time with friends!
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  • Jarrod F.
    Jarrod FernandesJuly 8, 2013
    Parking in the structures is affordable. 3rd St is nicely located, and very central if you are planning to walk to the pier or to the beach. Don't rush your time here. Take it slooooow.
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  • Jelisa B.heart icon on user image
    Jelisa BeatyNovember 16, 2015
    This is like a shoppers heaven. I love it here, all your favorite "mall" stores with a mix of some high end retailers.
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  • Alicia B.
    Alicia BispoFebruary 21, 2014
    The best place to shop I tell ya ! My daughter loves brandy Melville and I love the H and M here . People watching is always fun here too..
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  • Saud'💜🙌heart icon on user image
    Saud'💜🙌August 21, 2016
    The street is very good for shopping and walking , everything was nice there :)
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  • Roger M.heart icon on user image
    Roger MaMarch 27, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Perfect spot to bring your friends from out of town! You've got tons of cool performers and plenty of shops!
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  • Julian N.
    Julian NamNovember 25, 2011
    via LA Mag: This is an outdoor mall with ocean breezes. The rebirth of SM Place has infused these 3 blocks with much-needed energy. 2 hours of free parking at structures off 2nd & 4th streets.
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  • Downtown Santa Monica M.
    Headed to the Pier for Twilight Concert Series? Take advantage of the numerous happy hour options on Third Street Promenade and Downtown Santa Monica before heading over. Read more
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  • Wasanheart icon on user image
    WasanAugust 10, 2015
    Lovely and lively place. Nice shops and entertaining street shows. Crowd is concentrated between Arizona and Santa Monica Blvd
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  • Arwa S.
    Arwa SJanuary 18, 2017
    Best place in Santa Monica. Shopping stores, coffee shops, beautiful beach.
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  • Miles N.heart icon on user image
    Miles NgAugust 19, 2016
    One of my most favorite places in LA! Shops everywhere, street performers, people watching! Great vibe!
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  • Najla S.heart icon on user image
    Najla SaadAugust 13, 2017
    She is the famous brand in third Street😅
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  • Cameron D.heart icon on user image
    Cameron DupuyApril 15, 2018
    It’s great. Beautiful, clean, so many stores and restaurants AND within walking distance to the beach.
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  • Yasmeen ي.
    Yasmeen ياسمينAugust 4, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    I love Sephora here
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  • Luluheart icon on user image
    LuluAugust 5, 2015
    If you are in Santa Monica, you must stop by The Promenade! Lots of food, shopping and fun!😍
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  • Jennifer M.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer MaasSeptember 9, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Go at night! It is beautiful and a lot less crowded.
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  • Downtown Santa Monica
    Downtown Santa MonicaSeptember 3, 2013
    Don't miss the all night art festival, GLOW, returning to Santa Monica on Saturday, September 28, from 7:00pm to 3:00am. Experience pieces of art taking over Santa Monica streets and beach. Read more
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  • Majed A.heart icon on user image
    Majed AlashariMarch 10, 2018
    The most attracted place in Saint Monica
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  • Hamilton F.heart icon on user image
    Is just a pedestrian street with stores and restaurants but for some reason if you're in Santa Monica, is so easy to end up here.
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  • Kat
    KatMarch 22, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    a great outdoor mall; the indoor mall with the high end stores is at the end. lots of restaurants, shops, and street performers
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  • Rj A.heart icon on user image
    Rj AveryJune 1, 2013
    Great place to hang out. Nice for a date night. Movies, shopping, Live Entertainment and good food too.
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  • Michelle A.heart icon on user image
    A very entertain place. Good for shopping, eating and watching street performers.
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