10 day itinerary
Santa Monica
Personalized with:Historical route 66
Itinerary
Here's a suggested itinerary for 10 days in Santa Monica, with a focus on exploring the city and its surroundings while also incorporating the historical Route 66:
Day 1: Arrival and Beach Time
- Arrive in Santa Monica and check into your hotel
- Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach and soaking up the sun
- In the evening, take a stroll along the and enjoy the carnival games and rides
Day 2: Explore Santa Monica
- Start the day with a walk or bike ride along the beach path
- Visit the Santa Monica Farmers Market for fresh produce and local goods
- Check out the for shopping and dining
- In the evening, catch a movie at the historic
Day 3: Route 66 Adventure
- Rent a car and drive along Route 66, starting in Santa Monica and heading east
- Stop at iconic Route 66 landmarks like the Wigwam Motel and the Mojave Desert ghost town of Amboy
- Spend the night in the historic Route 66 town of
Day 4: Excursion
- Drive from to the , stopping at scenic viewpoints along the way
- Spend the day exploring the and taking in the breathtaking views
- Spend the night in a nearby hotel or campground
Day 5: Return to Santa Monica
- Drive back to Santa Monica, stopping at any Route 66 landmarks you missed on the way out
- Relax and unwind in Santa Monica in the evening
Day 6: and Abbot Kinney
- Spend the day exploring the eclectic and artsy neighborhood of
- Check out the street performers, murals, and unique shops along the Venice Boardwalk
- Visit for more shopping and dining options
Day 7: and
- Visit the for stunning art and architecture
- Explore the upscale neighborhood of and grab lunch at one of its trendy restaurants
- In the evening, catch a show at the historic
Day 8: and Wine Tasting
- Drive up the coast to and spend the day at the beach or hiking in the nearby hills
- Visit one of 's many wineries for a tasting and tour
- In the evening, enjoy dinner with an ocean view at one of 's seafood restaurants
Day 9: Hollywood and
- Take a day trip to Hollywood and to see the sights and celebrity homes
- Visit the , the , and the
- Drive through to see the mansions and high-end shops on
Day 10: Departure
- Spend your last day in Santa Monica relaxing on the beach or doing any last-minute shopping or sightseeing
- Depart for the airport or your next destination
I hope this itinerary gives you some ideas for your trip to Santa Monica and Route 66! Let me know if you have any questions or if there's anything else I can help with.