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Gourmet Santa Monica Walking Food Tour with Delicious Dish Tours

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Santa Monica, USA
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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience the vibrant beachside city of Santa Monica with Delicious Dish Tours. While enjoying views of the ocean, the mountains, and the famous pier, taste some of the best food SoCal has to offer. Between tastings, learn about the history of this hip seaside resort town from an expert guide.

On this tour you will:
* Enjoy 6-8 stops at top-rated eateries
* Sample unique dishes beyond typical tourist fare
* Delight your inner child with an adventure on Santa Monica Pier
* Learn how a 1970s drought created modern skateboarding culture
* Sip soup from the juiciest Chinese dumplings
* See where Old Hollywood stars drank illegal liquor during Hollywood’s Golden Age
* See where SoCal fitness culture got its start

Perfect for food lovers, beach enthusiasts, and those seeking to experience Santa Monica's unique blend of laid-back coastal vibes and sophisticated cuisine.

What's Included

  • Food Tastings
  • Guide (English)
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities (Tips) for Guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1615 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

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End point

1456 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA

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Hotel Casa del Mar (pass by)

Dating from 1926, this hotel is in the National Register of Historic Places. Rehabilitated in 1999 and renovated in 2008, it harkens back to the days of “Gold Coast”, a former nickname of Santa Monica.
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Historic Belmar Park (pass by)

This park commemorates the historic African American experience in Belmar and surrounding neighborhoods of Santa Monica. Many African Americans were displaced by the “Build America Better” campaign to “clean up” Santa Monica in the 1950s.
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Bruce's Beach (pass by)

This city park was previously owned by the Bruce family, African Americans that moved to California during the Great Migration. In the 1920s, it became a place of recreation for African American families. In 1927, the property was taken by eminent domain and the buildings demolished. The Bruce family sued but only received a small settlement. In 2021, the property was returned to the descendents of the Bruce’s who later sold it back to the county for $20 million.
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Tongva Park (pass by)

A city park dedicated to the Tongva people who lived in the Los Angeles area for thousands of years.
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Original Muscle Beach Santa Monica (pass by)

The site of gym equipment that was installed near the Santa Monica Pier by the Works Progress Administration (Federal New Deal agency) in the 1930s. It was used by famous bodybuilders of the time, including Joe Gold, founder of Gold’s Gym. The original Gold’s Gym is in nearby Venice.
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Third Street Promenade

A popular shopping area in downtown Santa Monica, which features many shops and restaurants.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Santa Monica Pier

One of the remaining historic recreational piers left standing in Santa Monica and neighboring Venice. It hosts a small amusement park (Pacific Park), concession stands, areas for fishing, and views of the beach and oceanfront.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • We can accommodate some dietary requirements, including vegetarian and pescatarian. Please indicate your requirements when booking. If we cannot accommodate them we will fully refund your booking.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gourmet Santa Monica Walking Food Tour with Delicious Dish Tours?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Food Tastings
  • Guide (English)
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities (Tips) for Guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with serious food allergies
  • We can accommodate some dietary requirements, including vegetarian and pescatarian. Please indicate your requirements when booking. If we cannot accommodate them we will fully refund your booking.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The itinerary is not fixed because we will visit different eateries depending on operating hours and availability of menu items. We will visit about 6-8 each tour.
  • The total time for the tour includes the time spent at eateries and the time to walk between them.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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