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Palisades Park

Tourist attraction Park

One of the Best Places To Visits in Santa Monica


Address

Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Website

www.smgov.net

Contact

(310) 458-8300

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (7.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 6 AM to 11:30 PM
  • Monday: 5:30 AM to 11 PM
  • Tuesday: 5:30 AM to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 5:30 AM to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 5:30 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 AM to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 5:30 AM to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 3/5 Emmett S. 2 years ago on Google
    Views were incredible of Ocean and Beach. Park was filled with homeless and sheltered like urine. Not sure how locals could walk and run, but they just went about there business. Sad to see this once great place to go regularly as a kid turn into a mix of the extreme upper and lower financial groups. Guess if you're rich you don't have to see the problem as you drive your convertible Porches and Lambos.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michelle M. 5 months ago on Google • 766 reviews
    A great place to walk, people watch, and enjoy the sunset. The parking wasn't bad, easy to find a space and not too expensive on a Friday afternoon.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vanh L. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this busy, but clean park! Joys of being in LA; people watching, people outside exercising, and all the playful and cute pups!!! 😍🥰🏃🏽‍♀️🏃‍♂️🚶🏽‍♀️🚶‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🐶🐕🐩 Oh, and all the good eats along Ocean (check out my review on Blue Plate Oysterette!) and beautiful views of the Pacific, especially the gorgeous sunsets! 🌇 🌅 Highly recommended for your next visit to LA! Enjoy, make memories, and #cheers! 🍹🍸🌴🌴 #TravelEatLove ✈🍽🥢❤ #befreeV #iLoveLA
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Brandon S. 2 years ago on Google
    Always worth a stroll if you’re in the area. Early mornings are calm but filled with runners. Evenings are a beautiful time to watch the sunset and the homeless nestled in for the night.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JETS 1 year ago on Google
    Great ocean views for tourists and runners. Homeless are there so use caution. Some parts were cleaner than others, but can’t beat the views.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karo K. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place for a morning jag or a walk. You may also take the stairs and the bridge down to the beach. The stairs are also a good exercise with picture perfect views
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robert Arndt (. 8 months ago on Google • 153 reviews
    It's a nice park it was fun watching the squirrels play. I was able to get up really close to them like a ninja to get some good pictures. Also, it was nice to relax at night time by some of the bars across the street to listen to the awesome music and enjoy the crowds socializing with one another. The park has benches all along it, considering how narrow the park is. There are plenty of paths for walkers and bicyclists alike.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 n j. 4 months ago on Google • 482 reviews
    Adorable park overlooking the ocean. It is recommended to see the view of the pier from above here

  • 5/5 andrew O. 6 months ago on Google • 106 reviews
    Awesome sunglasses from Ping’s with higher quality items and over 150 different styles and fashionable colors and choices for your collection great for treating yourself with a unique look or choose a pair for a gift for that special someone. Come down to the park and enjoy the view while patronizing the vendors
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 SEYDANIC 8 months ago on Google • 98 reviews
    Palisades Park is often praised for its cleanliness, natural beauty, and serene atmosphere. Visitors enjoy the well-maintained surroundings, picturesque views, and peaceful environment that the park offers. It's a great place to unwind and connect with nature. Many people find the park's cleanliness and beauty to be its standout features.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah W. 5 months ago on Google • 64 reviews
    This park quickly became a favorite for me to get a quick and beautiful morning jog in since moving to Los Angeles in August. Its so well maintained, safe, and offers picturesque views of the ocean the whole way. I just love it!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 possible d. 1 year ago on Google
    I visited here with family during some unseasonably cold weather in February . We bundled up on the only sunny day on my vacation and made our way through the park walkway . The views of the ocean were lovely . They have a huge issue with rodents here ....tons of squirrels and rats. They ran in and out of the shrubs looking for food from passersby. There are also many many many unhoused people laying in the grass , laying on the benches etc. This is not an area I would go to by myself ...I didn't feel safe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anastasia P. 11 months ago on Google
    Beautiful view, great walking areas, separate for bikes and pedestrians which is a big plus. Very clean and calm. Looks safe too. Not too many people out when I came as the weather was a bit chilly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Yü W. 1 year ago on Google
    The narrow park is on a high land above the ocean. It has a tree lined walking path along Ocean Ave, and great viewpoints of the ocean. There are stairs to get down to the beach. The park is clean, there are, however, some homeless people loitering in the park.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Spencer P. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful walk under the palm trees over looking Santa Monica beach. All kinds of plants along the pathway. Great picture stops.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Len P. 2 years ago on Google
    I love to walk here with my best friend! There's a picture perfect view from the Santa Monica Pier out to Malibu for me and abundant squirrels for him.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Petr D. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice Pacific and Santa Monica Beach overlook. Easy parking.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arun V K. 1 year ago on Google
    A good place for bringing kids and enjoying the ocean breeze.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park. To enjoy some fresh air & the sunset.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Chris K. 7 months ago on Google • 247 reviews
    Parking after 6 pm on weekdays is free on the meters. Sunset time is spectacular and quite busy. Be sure to check out the rose garden.

  • 4/5 B W. 5 months ago on Google • 122 reviews
    The sidewalk is paved and separated for walking and biking. There are a few eateries but not many shops. Actual boardwalks to the beach. Parking can be expensive so it makes sense to spend time at the pier and shops. Enough public restrooms. Good areas nearby for dining and shopping.

  • 5/5 Andre C. 5 months ago on Google • 99 reviews
    Very beautiful walk peaceful you smell the ocean breeze there's walking running walking dogs bike riding electric bikes rent bikes very peaceful place

  • 5/5 Coach P. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to walk or jog-even to have a nice picnic.

  • 5/5 David V. 10 months ago on Google
    Great place to oversee the santa monica pier and get some latest information about your desire to learn more positive thoughts about your current situation.

  • 4/5 Daniel G. 3 years ago on Google
    Enjoying the beauty

  • 5/5 Smbat M. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park with wonderful oceanview

  • 4/5 Louise W. 3 years ago on Google
    My hood, loving it here! - Love walking neighbor and my cousin dogs weekly at this unleashed dogs park. - Love the hills up and down, perfect for working out. - The view of the city and the Lady Painted House Dislike the tourist buses jam pack on the weekend!

  • 5/5 Billie P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Place to bring lunch. Awesome view of the Ocean. Clean too

  • 5/5 Deborah Anne G. 3 years ago on Google
    It's so Serene and peaceful

  • 5/5 Inez S. 4 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    It's a beautiful stretch of grass and walking area with amazing views of the ocean and PCH. Parking isn't easy, but if you're persistent and patient you'll eventually find a spot.

  • 5/5 Lydia C. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful ambiance as eclectic as ever. In the middle of retro art deco buildings, span the palm trees pulling you closer to the Bluffs of Santa Monica Beach alongside Pacific Coast Highway. During the Golden Hour is a place to be. Fully charged camera phones or full gear for a 2 hours photo shoot is a must have. The worst feeling is not having the right amount of charged battery and the sky is changing from pinks to purple. I've warned you, you're most welcome ☺️ 🙏

  • 5/5 Daniella Nicole L. 1 year ago on Google
    It was such a beautiful day to be on a beautiful beach. This is a gift to humans that needs to be kept clean. Be Polite and leave it better than you found it.wq

  • 5/5 John R. 9 months ago on Google
    Love this part of Santa Monica Beach, usually busy but I haven't had problems finding parking! Many people in the park not crowded, everyone minding their own business. Would recommend you go out to do your day to day activities, for me totally worth the drive!

  • 5/5 Tyrell R. 8 months ago on Google
    The beach is so beautiful the breeze was nice and this is def a good place to just go on a nice walk or bike ride a sunny day

  • 5/5 Marla L. 2 years ago on Google
    Straight up this area rocks ! It’s gorgeous , overlooks the Santa Monica white sands beach , had a bathroom , dog walkers , picnickers , scooter rentals , juice truck , it’s an awesome Spot to get in a good stroll , no Matter your fitness level . If you want a little extra to start the day hit the Santa Monica staircase over on 4th by San Vicente , that will Work those quads before the chill walk !

  • 5/5 Aylin D. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful park for a stroll and viewing Santa Monica beaches and pier.

  • 5/5 WestCoast C. 10 months ago on Google
    Beautiful well taken care of park. Very relaxing and a great view!

  • 5/5 Laura B. 10 months ago on Google
    This is our favorite place to walk our dogs in all of LA, our fur kids love it, so many dogs for them to socialize with on leash, beautiful park, views, and easy to pop down to the beach.

  • 1/5 D Yard G. 3 years ago on Google
    It would be nice if they close this rat infested Park

  • 5/5 Aldo Coach G. 1 year ago on Google
    I have been coming to this park for over 50 years. Great view of the ocean to watch the Santa Monica Pier. With a stretch of a view from the coast of Malibu to even seeing Catalina Island, and all of the South Bay. One of my favorite places to hangout and chill.

  • 5/5 Jon S. 3 years ago on Google
    This seems to be the best place for anything spiritually

  • 5/5 Ms. Sandra F. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to take a walk, meditate, or just unwind. Safe environment. Peaceful 😇 Https://Youreducation.Training

  • 5/5 Stacy H. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to walk!

  • 5/5 Sports Training L. 3 years ago on Google
    Life at its best.

  • 3/5 rose n. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice outdoors place

  • 3/5 tung p. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to visit. Great walking trails. Very pretty to walk along the river and pass by the pond. Kids will love the play ground.

  • 3/5 James P. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful to go for a run around this area!

  • 1/5 magic502 AGV s. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place

  • 5/5 Charles B. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful

  • 4/5 Santiago Francisco G. 3 years ago on Google
    Está tranquilo con vista al mar.

  • 5/5 Carlos C. 3 years ago on Google
    Great

  • 5/5 Victoria W. 3 years ago on Google
    Good hangout for picnic with family and pets

  • 5/5 Abigail B. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful, peaceful, clean, safe. Gorgeous views of the ocean. The palms are unique to many others found in Southern California. They branch of from the root and create precious little places to sit in if you're having time to yourself. Plenty of food and gathering, entertainment, etc. but a much mellower feeling than, say, Venice Beach. This is not a spot convenient for those with little money, but there is a food truck and a few places nearby. A lovely place for a picnic and a walk.

  • 5/5 Holli H. 3 years ago on Google
    My joy spot is Palasades Park. I love watching people jogging, walking, bicycling, exercising. Families & friends playing, eating, laughing, talking together. The long stretch of grass with a rise garden & beautiful Palm trees lining the walkway overlooking a sunny blue sky melting into a glistening blue ocean! Yep. My little piece of Heaven.

  • 5/5 Cig G. 3 years ago on Google
    Visitors are all over regardless of the pandemic. Most people were wearing marks, very few were not. Although police was patrolling and a sign of $100 fine for not wearing a mask was posted, it was not being enforced. I would say that maybe 1/1000 were not wearing a mask. Compared to few weeks ago, a big improvement.

  • 5/5 Alison A. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a wonderful little spot if you want take a run, bike ride or just enjoy the view of the ocean. In the public restroom is just like any other public restroom on the beach. Little smelly but survivable. There stairs or ramps leaving down to the beach which is really useful. Definitely would visit again.

  • 4/5 Autumn D. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing views, pleasant environment on weekdays. Little crowded on weekends with either people visiting from outta town or local snobs that don’t say “hi” when you walk past or even acknowledge your presence. Welcome to West LA though, where being friendly, authentic and genuine are more rare than expensive exotic cars!

  • 4/5 Michael W. 3 years ago on Google
    Anytime im coming through Santa Monica on my bike, i usually stop here. Water fountains, tables and benches, and shade. It also has a great view of the ocean.

  • 4/5 Cary H. 3 years ago on Google
    I love everything about Los Angeles, especially Palisades Park Bridge and Palisades Park! It's a must stop with every visit paid to Los Angeles. The views are breathe taking and there is plenty of spots for that photo op. Sometimes the place gets jammed packed depending on what day and what time you go but it usually has stop and go traffic. There is a restroom here that is busy so make sure you look before you leap into the stall ladies and gents.

  • 5/5 Anushka M. 3 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous space and I love the walks. There are some people experiencing homelessness but that's true of most of the area. Everyone coexists peacefully from my experience. Love those views and the Rose Garden.

  • 5/5 Edd 3 years ago on Google
    So lovely. Clean and nice.

  • 4/5 Jack T. 3 years ago on Google
    I took the 6-week intro class with Didem and loved it! She is so talented and inspiring. She does a great job at breaking down things for beginners. The environment at Palisades Park is so welcoming and everyone is super helpful. I 100% recommend, especially a class with Didem!!!

  • 5/5 Matthew R. 3 years ago on Google
    Don't go there, it's way too beautiful. You'll mess it up!

  • 5/5 Michelle R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) wot (Original) Noce

  • 5/5 Eddie M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to meditate

  • 5/5 Aaron C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice area to just walk, have a picnic or enjoy the beach.

  • 5/5 Lou L. 3 years ago on Google
    Crowded at this point. Even during the pandemic.

  • 5/5 Ashley R. 3 years ago on Google
    So Beautiful 😍

  • 2/5 Paul E. 3 years ago on Google
    Homeless, rats

  • 1/5 Cesar B. 3 years ago on Google
    Be careful alot of crazy homeless people

  • 5/5 Ernesto A. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing sunsets...

  • 5/5 Erika Janet Restrepo O. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful ocean view (Original) Hermosa vista al mar

  • 5/5 Andreas M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to walk or exercise

  • 5/5 David 3 years ago on Google
    Great place for a picnic! Watch out for falling palm branches when it’s windy though.

  • 5/5 Carmela G. 3 years ago on Google
    Gorgeous. The view of the ocean is spectacular. A great place to walk, run, relax on the grass or watch the sun set. It leads right to the pier from San Vicente or to The Third Street Promenade. I love this park & highly recommend it.

  • 5/5 Kevin S. 3 years ago on Google
    What a beautiful place.

  • 5/5 Shi H. 3 years ago on Google
    This a spacious park with a beautiful ocean view. Lots of shade and a sidewalk for me to safely navigate walking along the path. We enjoyed a spectacular sunset.

  • 5/5 Terremoto 5. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great service (Original) Buen servicio

  • 5/5 Larisa K. 3 years ago on Google
    Grab your dog and go for a walk


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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