THIRD STREET PROMENADE

Continuously animated by street performers and passers-by, Santa Monica's pedestrian street - rare enough to be highlighted - is one of the city's major attractions. It stretches from Broadway to Wilshire Boulevard, just east of the pier. The tourists are numerous, the terraces of the bars and restaurants crowded. From fresh produce at the Farmers Market to clothing boutiques and concept stores, it's a great place to stroll, whether you're looking to shop or just want to feel the pulse of the neighborhood.