You'll find the pier a few blocks south of the Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place, in the middle of the beach. There’s a beach parking lot on Appian Way, plus several parking garages ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Rent an e-bike at one of the shops on the Santa Monica Pier and spend the afternoon riding 3 miles (one way) along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail to Venice Beach. Stop for ...