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Some people mistake Santa Monica for being a neighborhood in LA, but it is its own city. It is best known for its pier and beach but also has eight different neighborhoods.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Downtown \/ Third Street Promenade<\/strong> has two of the largest shopping areas in Santa Monica with a high concentration of shops, restaurants, and hotels. The farmers market is on Wednesday and Saturday.<\/p>\n Main Street <\/strong>is the artsy side of Santa Monica with surfer vibes. Main St has galleries, boutique shops, and the highest concentration of coffee shops in the city. There\u2019s also a weekly farmers market on Sunday.<\/p>\n Mid-City:<\/strong> The furthest inland neighborhood is an arts and entertainment hub. You\u2019ll find contemporary art collections here as well.<\/p>\n Montana Ave:<\/strong> High-end and local boutique shops. You\u2019ll find 150+ boutique shops and restaurants.<\/p>\n Ocean Park Boulevard \/ Santa Monica Airport Area:<\/strong> Independent coffee shops, boutique stores, and art galleries. The airport is for private jet owners and the Museum of Flying.<\/p>\n Pico Boulevard:<\/strong> The most ethnically diverse neighborhood and home to Santa Monica College. Small local farmers market on Saturday.<\/p>\n Santa Monica Pier \/ Ocean Avenue:\u00a0<\/strong>The most popular area with the famous pier and beach and open-air restaurants and bars.<\/p>\n Wilshire Boulevard:<\/strong> Where Douglas Park is located with playing fields and reflecting pools. A bunch of food options including a concentration of Mexican restaurants.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n