A picturesque city located west of downtown Los Angeles, it is a perfect location to have a great weekend. The city is only about 20 minutes away by road from Los Angeles, and is home to everything chic and cinematic. The beautiful city is all about great lifestyle, bikini and beach bodies, street performers, food enthusiasts, and artists. This is where you should head to in search for salvation, entering into the realm of a sort of charm, unheard and unfelt before. The city is certainly home to a number of interesting cafes, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and hotels for all kinds of travellers. When in need for inspiration, walk down the spectacular Ocean Avenue, or just make your way to the beach. A definite Santa Monica experience is the Santa Monica Pier, which has arcades, carnival games, vintage carousel, Ferris wheel, and an aquarium.