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Spanning roughly 9 acres, The Santa Monica Pier offers classic boardwalk vibes, ocean views, and vibrant culture, all perched directly above the surf. Anchoring the pier's cultural legacy is the Looff Hippodrome, a Spanish Revival-style landmark built in 1916. Originally housing a hand-carved carousel (still in operation today), the building remains a centerpiece of the property's architectural charm and historical significance. The pier also includes public plazas, vendor stalls, fishing zones, and access to the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium beneath the deck.

Santa Monica Pier

About This Location

Spanning roughly 9 acres, The Santa Monica Pier offers classic boardwalk vibes, ocean views, and vibrant culture, all perched directly above the surf. Anchoring the pier's cultural legacy is the Looff Hippodrome, a Spanish Revival-style landmark built in 1916. Originally housing a hand-carved carousel (still in operation today), the building remains a centerpiece of the property's architectural charm and historical significance. The pier also includes public plazas, vendor stalls, fishing zones, and access to the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium beneath the deck.

Notable Previous Filming

The Sting Hannah Montana: The Movie Forrest Gump Her

Floor Plans & Layouts

Pier Filming Locations

Logistics & Facilities

ADA Accessible
Business Hours

8:00 AM - 10:00 PM; Filming after hours must have additional approvals

Parking

City Lots, metered parking, and street parking available

Security

Request for SMPD

Noise

Noise level must stay within the City of Santa Monica's noise ordinance limits (65 DBA)

Policies & Pricing

Please contact info@filmsantamonica.com for pricing rates.

No deposit required; Cancellations are non-refundable.

The City of Santa Monica requires a Certificate of Insurance (COI) to be submitted. The COI must be addressed to the City of Santa Monica at 1685 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401. The certificate must provide coverage with minimum limits of $1,000,000 and include general liability, automobile liability, umbrella/excess liability, and workers’ compensation insurance.

No nailing things down into the Peir boards
No including iconic imagry (i.e. the Pier sign) without prior authorization or licensing
No flying drones over the Pier while it is open

Related Locations

Pacific Park — Located on the Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Park is a separate filming location with its own permits and contact information. Visit Pacific Park website →

200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Quick Facts
  • Geographic Area Ocean Avenue/Pier/Beach
  • Location Category City Filming Locations Beachfront & Coastal Locations Event & Performance Venues Historic & Cultural Sites Parks & Outdoor Spaces
  • ADA Accessible Yes
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