Ye Olde King's Head is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

1. Ye Olde King's Head

8.0
116 Santa Monica Blvd (btwn Ocean Ave. & 2nd St.), Santa Monica, CA
Pub · Downtown Santa Monica · 137 tips and reviews

Major League SoccerMajor League Soccer: Ye Olde King's Head recreates the authentic British Soccer Pub. Ye Olde King's Head is an official pub of the LA Galaxy & MLS!

LIVESTRONG_COMLIVESTRONG_COM: Locals love this British watering hole with soul. Their traditional fish and chips are a favorite and the curries are the real deal.

Charles E.Charles Edge: Mmmm Guinness!

Tongva Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

2. Tongva Park

8.7
1615 Ocean Ave (at Olympic Dr), Santa Monica, CA
Park · Downtown Santa Monica · 40 tips and reviews

MereMere: Great play area for the kids - there's even a small rock climbing wall!

Tom H.Tom Hall: Spectacular new park. Incredible views and a wonderful serene green space. Finally, Ocean Avenue to world class status that it should be upgraded. Well done Santa Monica!!! 5 Stars!!!

CurbedCurbed: "Weather Field No. 1" by Inigo Manglano-Ovalle is composed of 49 stainless steel poles, each with a weather vane and anenometer, which allows it to create its own very tiny microclimate. Read more.

M Street Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

3. M Street Kitchen

2000 Main St (at Bicknell Ave.), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Ocean Park · 278 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Kaufman: White Sangria paired with veggie tacos, poblano peppers, and homemade tortillas.

Charles E.Charles Edge: I could just have the hash browns!

Eliot ♥.Eliot ♥ Phillips: Drink a pitcher of sangria. The white is more interesting than the red.

Annenberg Community Beach House is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

4. Annenberg Community Beach House

9.1
415 Palisades Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA
Swimming Pool · North of Montana · 23 tips and reviews

ブルーノブルーノ: The pool here is lovely and right by the beach in SaMo. On Mondays the entry is just 1$ and n case you're tired of the children screaming and playing around then check their adults only Sunset Swims.

Patricia P.Patricia Perez: Perfect spot for a board retreat. Inspires creativity and great for team building.

Tara R.Tara R.: "Malibu Sands Resort" SAVED BY THE BELL

REI is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

5. REI

8.8
402 Santa Monica Blvd (at 4th St), Santa Monica, CA
Sporting Goods Retail · Downtown Santa Monica · 23 tips and reviews

Laura Ann T.Laura Ann Tull: Not vegan but have options. good place to learn about surviving the outdoors. Zombie apocalypse survival class is informative and i found it very entertaining.

Michele C.Michele Christensen: Become a member if you shop here even a few times a year. The $20 pay itself back in discounts, coupons and member rebates. Best deals on clearance items.

SampionSampion: They have free wifi

Chez Jay is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

6. Chez Jay

8.4
1657 Ocean Ave (Colorado), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 70 tips and reviews

Michael A.Michael Anderson: Legendary Chez Jay, est. 1959, is a Santa Monica Historical Landmark. Known for its steaks, seafood, generous drinks and comfortable atmosphere. One of the best celebrity hideaway taverns in all LA.

MelMel: Chez Jay's motto: 'Peanut shells on the floor or you're out the door!' :)

Kevin B.Kevin Bannon: The first time I ever went here, the bartender put my first drink on the house. I guess that's not really a tip, but you should take it for what it's worth. Awesome place!

Virginia Avenue Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

7. Virginia Avenue Park

8.3
2200 Virginia Ave (at Cloverfield Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
Park · 15 tips and reviews

Dee C.Dee Cappelli: Lots of tables and benches for picnics, nice grassy area to walk the dog (bring poop bags for poo pick up) and plenty of trash cans.

Chantell D.Chantell Dawn: Sun, mini soccer players, relaxation

Miguel V.Miguel V.: Farmer's market every Saturday from 8 to 1pm.

Santa Monica Swim Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

8. Santa Monica Swim Center

8.8
2225 16th St (at Pico Blvd.), Santa Monica, CA
Swimming Pool · 15 tips and reviews

The Taste SheriffThe Taste Sheriff: I could not NOT review SMSW. It's simply the best swimming center in all of LA. Spotless, clean, nice people, outdoor, cheap membership. A reason to miss LA.

Patrick D.Patrick Dodd: TSM is based here, and it's easily the premier competitive age-group swim team on the westside. From their Pre-comp swimmers to Olympic qualifiers, there is no better choice. Check it out!

PhoebePhoebe: Use the super duper water wringer for your swimsuit! Located just to the left of the locker rooms.

Thyme Cafe and Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

9. Thyme Cafe and Market

8.4
1630 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Breakfast Spot · Ocean Park · 52 tips and reviews

Gilles M.Gilles Marchand: Really good daily. Everything is delicious. You can't go wrong. I recommend the chicken stew and the beef sandwich !

BlackboardEatsBlackboardEats: menu musts: fried egg on pretzel croissant; challah french toast; grilled chicken and fig; spanakopita; beet and goat cheese salad. $$.

Alex G.Alex Grossman: great caps!

R+D Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

10. R+D Kitchen

8.3
1323 Montana Ave (at 14th St), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · North of Montana · 115 tips and reviews

Jennifer L.Jennifer Lucas: Sit at the bar and have a glass of wine or a. Steigel with the dip duo. Hamburger and fries are awesome too!

NawalNawal: The shrimp Louise salad so delicious and the cheese burger amazing !!

Charles E.Charles Edge: Try the salmon with Brussels Sprouts!

Curious Palate is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

11. Curious Palate

8.0
395 Santa Monica Pl, Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 52 tips and reviews

Michael J R.Michael J Roach: Thoughtful craft beer selection. A quiet respite from Santa Monica. Happy hour from 3pm!

Amber R.Amber Richane: 3 words Short. rib. wrap.

Serena E.Serena Ehrlich: Get the cheesesteak sandwich with watermelon salad. Omg!

Santa Monica Airport Dog Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

12. Santa Monica Airport Dog Park

7.1
3201 Airport Ave (S Bundy Dr), Santa Monica, CA
Dog Park · 27 tips and reviews

Robert P.Robert Portillo: This is the best dog park around. Great dogs and good crowd. As a bonus you catch a little buzz from the jet fuel.

Jon S.Jon Sanchez: Pick up after your dog;) please;)

Stephen W.Stephen Williams: the most spare tennis balls than any other dog park

The Rose Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

13. The Rose Garden

8.5
Santa Monica, CA
Garden · North of Montana · 4 tips and reviews

Kathryn B.Kathryn Boole: The deep red roses on the Southeast side of the garden have a totally addictive fragrance, rare in roses today.

Papereater E.Papereater Elisabet: Lovely place to sit & read, talk with a friend, sunbathe or take a jog!!

Rachael R.Rachael Rendon: Stop and smell the roses

Diesel, A Bookstore is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

14. Diesel, A Bookstore

7.3
225 26th St Ste 33, Santa Monica, CA
Bookstore · 6 tips and reviews

Adam F.Adam Faze: Great bookstore!

Bülent V.Bülent VERDI: Great choice of Books

LAistLAist: Diesel is small but packed. Highlights include their large young adult section, as well as their extensive nonfiction selection. Read more.

Locanda Portofino Santa Monica is one of The 15 Best Places for Recreation in Santa Monica.

15. Locanda Portofino Santa Monica

7.7
1110 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Italian Restaurant · Wilshire-Montana · 6 tips and reviews

Michael A.Michael Armijo: I love to begin with the homemade Tagliatelle Bolognese (sometimes I share) & then the Vitello (Veal) Parmesan is delicious. I bring a bottle of wine ($35 corkage) bc my wine cellar has yummy stuff.

ivy♥ivy♥: What a decent place! Everything is oh so delish! The steamed clams and mussels are so great. Very juicy! Get it :) And oh, folks who work here are/speak Italian so this place is legit!

Gene D.Gene Dexter: What a wonderful place. The patio is my new favorite area to sit and eat this wonderful food. The specials are a good bet.