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Santa Monica

The beaches of Santa Monica mark the Finish line for our 12.6 mile Distance Swim Challenge.

Shop. Downtown is the heart of this beach community, which is situated on the bluffs overlooking Santa Monica Bay. Anchored by the pedestrian-friendly Third Street Promenade, Downtown is 30 city blocks of retail stores, entertainment and dining. Within blocks of the Promenade are the beach, Palisades Park and Santa Monica Pier. Parking is available at seven public parking garages, as well as at metered street spaces. Visitors also can take the Tide Shuttle to nearby shops and hotels in the Main Street district.

Eat. Whatever your pallet, there is something for you here.

BOA 101 Santa Monica Blvd. 310-899-4466 boasteak.com	Il Fornaio 1501 Ocean Ave. 310-451-7800 ilfornaio.com	JiRaffe 502 Santa Monica Blvd. 310-917-6671 jirafferestaurant.com
Sushi Roku 1401 Ocean Ave. 310-458-4771 sushiroku.com

Sleep. The hotel options in this area are unlimited and at all price points. A few that the DSC recommends include:

Ocean View Hotel 1447 Ocean Avenue 310-458-4888 web site	The Fairmont Miramar Hotel 101 Wilshire Boulevard 310-576-7777 web site	Holiday Inn 120 Colorado 310-451-0676 web site
Pacific Sands Motel 1515 Ocean Avenue 310-395-6133 web site