Essentials
Whole Foods Market
225 Lincoln BlvdSuper close for stocking the fridge.
Trader Joe's
6150 Slauson AveThe cheaper fridge stocking alternative.
Mar Vista Farmers' Market
12198 Venice Blvd.The perfect Sunday morning experience.
Drinks & Nightlife
Freddy Smalls Bar and Kitchen
11520 W Pico BlvdA great place to grab a cocktail.
Daily Pint
2310 Pico BlvdA must walk for the whisky or beer fan.
Shopping
The Wine House
2311 Cotner AveOne of the best wine shops in the universe.
Abbot Kinney Boulevard
Abbot Kinney BoulevardFun for a stroll
Fun local shops and super close. Way less touristy than 3rd street.
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Main Street Santa Monica
Main StreetFun local shops and super close. Way less touristy than 3rd street.
For the cheese snob. Spend the afternoon strolling and shopping along Montana Ave. You never know who you'll run into.
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Andrew's Cheese Shop
728 Montana AveFor the cheese snob. Spend the afternoon strolling and shopping along Montana Ave. You never know who you'll run into.
Food Scene
Balconi Coffee Company
11301 W Olympic BlvdThe perfect cup.
Upstairs 2
2311 Cotner AveA fun walk to wine and dine.
Providence
5955 Melrose AveWhen only the best dining will do.
Native Foods Cafe
9343 Culver BoulevardWalk to a vegan lunch.
The OP Cafe
3117 Ocean Park BlvdDon't feel like cooking breakfast?
Saddle Peak Lodge
419 Cold Canyon RdDestination dining.
Walk to some of the best Japanese and Sushi spots in the city.
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Sawtelle Japantown
Walk to some of the best Japanese and Sushi spots in the city.
Arts & Culture
The Wine Bar at The Landmark
10850 W Pico BlvdA fun walk to the movies.
The Getty
1200 Getty Center DrCan't beat the view. Oh, and it's free.
Sightseeing
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica PierA must for the first time visitor.
Bike Path
Rent a cruiser and spend the afternoon on the beach.
Topanga State Park
20828 Entrada RdClose but miles away.
For a beautiful hike with spectacular views. Climb up at least to the bridge. You can do it.
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Will Rogers State Historic Park
1501 Will Rogers State Park RdFor a beautiful hike with spectacular views. Climb up at least to the bridge. You can do it.
Sony Pictures Entertainment
10202 Washington BlvdFor the LA experience.
Everything Else
Topanga Creek Outpost
1273 N Topanga Canyon BlvdRent a mountain bike and head up into the hills.