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A local’s guide to Santa Monica

Santa Monica is the fitness end of the Westside: stairs, sand courts and ocean paths, with a walkable downtown for whatever comes after.

Santa Monica Stairs

170 steps in Adelaide Heights, busy at sunrise, and the most social workout in the city.

Beach volleyball courts

Dozens of free public nets near the pier — rotating teams means beginners always get a game.

Third Street Promenade

Street performers, food and cinemas in a car-free strip that works as a post-plan regroup.

What Santa Monica is good for

  • Stair workouts
  • Volleyball
  • Beach runs
  • Sunset meetups

Getting there

The Metro E Line ends downtown Santa Monica; the first 90 minutes are free in most city structures.

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