along the Third Street Promenade.

Santa Monica Place and the adjacent Third Street Promenade form a vibrant, car-free coastal retail district just blocks from the beach. Rather than a conventional, enclosed suburban mall, this tri-level, open-air complex blends seamlessly into a pedestrian-only zone. Visitors can wander between high-end retailers like Nordstrom, Rolex, and Tesla and the lively street scene of the Promenade, famous for its street performers and weekly farmers markets. The mall's standout feature is its rooftop dining deck, home to spots like LouLou Rooftop & Lounge, which offers open-air meals above the downtown bustle. It serves as an ideal, walkable starting point for exploring Santa Monica’s active downtown, easily pairing luxury shopping with ocean breezes and local entertainment.