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Ranked #1 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Relaxing“ 08/05/2013
- ”Mountain wilderness near LA“ 07/05/2013
Category: Mountains; National Parks
Part of the National Recreation Area.
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Ranked #2 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Lots of interesting pockets of communi...“ 17/05/2013
- ”A must do activity“ 14/05/2013
Category: Trails; Biking Trails
Starting at the Santa Monica pier, this is a popular path for biking, jogging and in-line skating along the Pacific Ocean.
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Ranked #3 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Shopping“ 19/05/2013
- ”If you are in to mass production stuff“ 19/05/2013
Category: Shopping centres; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Theatres
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A moviegoer's haven, this colorful three-block stretch, open to pedestrians only, has some 20 movie theater screens, hundreds...
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A moviegoer's haven, this colorful three-block stretch, open to pedestrians only, has some 20 movie theater screens, hundreds of stores, numerous restaurants, animal topiaries and street entertainment running the gamut from dancers to fortune tellers.
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Ranked #4 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”good“ 19/05/2013
- ”Fun beach to spend a little time“ 19/05/2013
Category: Beaches; State Parks
This popular beach is a favorite among television and movie producers.
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Ranked #5 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Local Loves Palisades Park“ 18/05/2013
- ”Spectacular coastline views“ 27/04/2013
Category: Parks; Amusement/ Theme Parks
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This lush, 25-acre park overlooking the Pacific is a wonderful place for walkers, bikers and people watchers, and connects...
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This lush, 25-acre park overlooking the Pacific is a wonderful place for walkers, bikers and people watchers, and connects with the broad Santa Monica beach made famous in TV's "Baywatch" episodes.
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Ranked #6 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”A Funny Evening !!“ 04/04/2013
- ”Who knew!“ 14/03/2013
Category: Comedy Clubs
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Mi's Westside Comedy Theater is right off the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica and features the best standup and improv...
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Mi's Westside Comedy Theater is right off the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica and features the best standup and improv in Los Angeles. Recently named "Favorite Los Angeles Comedy Club of 2012." We have shows seven nights a week, a beer and wine bar with over 30 beers to choose from and never a drink minimum! Come check us out, you'll be glad you did!
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Ranked #7 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Great location“ 06/05/2013
- ”History + Cool“ 14/03/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
The Beach House is a new public facility set on 5-acres of Santa Monica Beach.
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Ranked #8 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Loved it!!!!“ 20/05/2013
- ”Cute and Retro - A Fun Time“ 20/05/2013
Category: Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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This bustling wooden wharf is the place to be, with its eateries, shops, high-tech arcade, roller coaster, giant Ferris wheel...
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This bustling wooden wharf is the place to be, with its eateries, shops, high-tech arcade, roller coaster, giant Ferris wheel and other rides, famous 1922 indoor merry-go-round and fantastic views of the bay and the mountains.
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Ranked #9 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Best Library for YA books...“ 16/04/2013
- ”Great“ 02/04/2013
Category: Libraries
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Ranked #10 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Very pretty area in Santa Monica“ 06/05/2013
- ”Good place to walk“ 10/04/2013
Category: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #11 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Very understated, very pleasant“ 18/05/2013
- ”Quieter area to shop and dine“ 08/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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A great place to celebrity watch, this 10-block stretch is an eclectic mix of chic, upscale shops ranging from furniture to...
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A great place to celebrity watch, this 10-block stretch is an eclectic mix of chic, upscale shops ranging from furniture to fashions and interspersed with cafes, coffee shops and restaurants.
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Ranked #12 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”A must see for all ages“ 16/05/2013
- ”Great little museum. Unique.“ 17/01/2013
Category: Children’s Museums; Speciality Museums
This museum houses over 30 different aircraft and has excellent children's exhibits.
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Ranked #13 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Pacific Park @ Santa Monica“ 15/05/2013
- ”Family vacation“ 07/05/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Family amusement park located on the world-famous Santa Monica Pier features thrill rides, midway games, restaurants and...
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Family amusement park located on the world-famous Santa Monica Pier features thrill rides, midway games, restaurants and shops.
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Ranked #14 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”great intimate theater“ 15/05/2013
- ”Neighborhood Jewel“ 03/02/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #15 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”A wonderful art center. A great mix o...“ 20/04/2013
- ”Visual Paradise“ 14/04/2013
Category: Art Museums; Art Galleries; Shopping centres; Speciality Shops; Shops
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A mecca for artists and art lovers, this warehouse complex features numerous art galleries, unusual shops and the Santa...
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A mecca for artists and art lovers, this warehouse complex features numerous art galleries, unusual shops and the Santa Monica Museum of Art.
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Ranked #16 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”must visit this famous attraction“ 21/05/2013
- ”Where else in the world can you see...“ 14/05/2013
Category: Beaches; Health Clubs
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Weight lifters still strut their stuff at this outdoor gym where, in the 30s, 40s and 50s, crowds would gather to watch young...
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Weight lifters still strut their stuff at this outdoor gym where, in the 30s, 40s and 50s, crowds would gather to watch young men and women honing their bodies, some of whom, like Vic Tanny and Jack LaLanne, went on to fame in the fitness world.
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Ranked #17 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Nice little trip for those with kids“ 11/05/2013
- ”Small but quaint Aquarium for kids and...“ 24/04/2013
Category: Aquariums; Science Museums
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Ranked #18 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Community Gem“ 15/03/2013
- ”COOL !“ 25/09/2012
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #19 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Great Ride in the Morning“ 18/05/2013
- ”Magnificent oceanside ride.“ 21/10/2003
Category: Biking Trails
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Ranked #20 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Amazing Collection of Doll Houses“ 15/11/2012
- ”A great little, forgotten place.“ 12/02/2010
Category: Speciality Museums
Victorian mansion museum filled with dolls, dollhouses and other collectible items; high tea is also served.
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Ranked #21 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Great Museum on Main Street Santa Moni...“ 27/02/2013
- ”Fascinating piece of "relatively" old...“ 16/02/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
Located in a 19th-century home, this museum explores both the art and history of the region.
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Ranked #22 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Custom/private session“ 23/01/2013
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
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OnRope is an educational organization teaching rope access, technical outdoor skills, leadership, and environmental ethics to...
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OnRope is an educational organization teaching rope access, technical outdoor skills, leadership, and environmental ethics to students of all ages. Through intentionally designed curriculum using highly trained instructors, we promote safe, responsible, and sustainable recreation of outdoor activities, while using the industries highest standards.
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Ranked #23 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Great Local Theater“ 18/05/2013
- ”Not The Playhouse Of My Dreams“ 04/12/2012
Category: Theatres
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Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica Playhouse is an internationally acclaimed professional intimate...
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Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica Playhouse is an internationally acclaimed professional intimate theatre and educational conservatory, presenting exciting year-round Main Stage productions, Family Theatre musicals, workshops for youth, pre-schoolers and adults, classes in private and public schools and birthday parties from its jewel of a theatre space at 1211 4th Street. In almost half a century of operation it has garnered over 200 awards and commendations.
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Ranked #24 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”guided hikes with environmental educat...“ 17/07/2012
Category: Children’s Museums
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Ranked #25 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Bergamot Station“ 05/05/2013
- ”Hard to find and it's closed for a mon...“ 23/04/2013
Category: Art Museums
Contemporary art exhibitions focus on new media from mostly Los Angeles artists.
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Ranked #26 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”My favorite live theatre in Los Angele...“ 20/10/2008
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #27 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”Unhelpful“ 07/12/2012
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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Ranked #28 of 36 attractions in Santa Monica
- ”hits on all cylinders“ 05/05/2013
- ”Go for the plays, not for the refreshm...“ 08/04/2013
Category: Theatres
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Michelle Danner Acting Studio offers:* The Actor's Golden Box: With Michelle Danner* Audition for Film & Television:...
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Michelle Danner Acting Studio offers:* The Actor's Golden Box: With Michelle Danner* Audition for Film & Television: On-Camera Cold Reading* Scene Study, Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced* Improv Workout* Casting Director Workshop* Voice intensives level 1 & level 2*Brad Garrett the Emmy Award winning star of EverybodyLoves Raymond Teaching a sitcom/comedy intensive*3, 6 & 12 month WELL ROUNDED ACTOR INTENSIVES AVAILABLE DON’T MISS THE FREE INFORMATIONAL SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT ALL THE CLASSES & MEET WITH MICHELLE DANNER CALL OR E-MAIL Michelle Danner is an actress and acting coach. Her student list include Catherine Bell, Gerard Butler, Common,Penelope Cruz, Justin Chatwin, Marcia Cross, Zooey Deschanel, Rob Estes, Isla Fisher, Rick Fox, James Franco,Salma Hayek, Sally Kellerman, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Christian Slater, Gabrielle Union, Justine Waddell and numerous others. She teaches internationally in Europe, Toronto, Vancouver, Dubai, Los Angeles and New York. MICHELLE DANNER'S techniques emcompasses Meisner, Lee Strasberg, Adler, Uta Hagen, Chekov, & the Stanislavsky Technique.Study Acting & work in HollywoodM1 visa sponsorship available for the 6 and 12 month programMichelle Danner Los Angeles Acting SchoolWELL ROUNDED ACTOR TRAINING INTENSIVE.*The Actor's Golden Box: With Michelle Danner*Audition for Film & Television: On-Camera Cold Reading*Scene Study, Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced*Improv Workout*Casting Director Workshop*Voice intensives level 1 & level 2*Brad Garrett the Emmy Award winning star of Everybody Loves Raymond Teaching a sitcom/comedy intensive atTO REGISTER FOR THESE PROGRAMS OR FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL OR E-MAIL. SPACE IS LIMITED.
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