The Penthouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

1. The Penthouse

8.5
1111 2nd St (at Wilshire Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
New American Restaurant · Wilshire-Montana · 101 tips and reviews

Shadi M.Shadi Mehraein: Best views of LA in Santa Monica. Sit at the bar, order one of their yummy cocktails and bar food. Nothing we ate or drank was bad :)

Nina M.Nina Mo: Kate at the bar is the best!! Great views. Great night spot. Also great for brunch! Benedict, aperol smash, any flatbread, breakfast burger, kogi sliders, viet stk sandwich... Too many to name!

Ryan W.Ryan W: Probably the best view in Santa Monica. Ocean, mountains, and downtown. Incredible.

Palisades Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

2. Palisades Park

9.3
Ocean Ave (btwn Colorado & Adelaide), Santa Monica, CA
Park · Wilshire-Montana · 58 tips and reviews

Cilt & Co.Cilt & Co.: Very scenic spot to walk, run, ride your bike, or just have a picnic.

Los AngelesLos Angeles: Features some of the city’s most magnificent sunsets & ocean views. It’s one of the city’s oldest parks! A jogging and biking path runs along steep cliffs overlooking the Pacific.

~A P.~A P: Scenic ocean views, great spot for a walk or picnic - feels a world away from LA's urban landscapes...

Santa Monica State Beach is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

3. Santa Monica State Beach

9.5
1432 Palisades Beach Rd (at Colorado Ave), Santa Monica, CA
Beach · Downtown Santa Monica · 334 tips and reviews

Lee C.Lee Croucher: Amazing beach, amazing pier, amazing sunsets - get to the pier for 19:30 for sunsets

Katherine C.Katherine Coles: Beautiful scenery, generally very clean, toilets and an easy walk from parking near Third Street or off the PCH.

Katherine C.Katherine Coles: Beautiful scenery and very relaxing. Easy walk to Third Street and many options for parking. Generally very clean. Toilets available at certain points.

The Lobster is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

4. The Lobster

8.3
1602 Ocean Ave (at the Pier), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 133 tips and reviews

Natasha N.Natasha Nathan: The Lobster is just the best all around!!! Sunsets are the best!!!

TravelsinTaste.comTravelsinTaste.com: Wonderful seafood with a beautiful view and great happy hour!

Snow I.Snow I: Great view and food! Try diver scallop and of course grilled lobster!

Casa Del Mar Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

5. Casa Del Mar Hotel

8.9
1910 Ocean Way (at Pico Blvd.), Los Angeles, CA
Hotel · West Los Angeles · 73 tips and reviews

JW N.JW Najarian: Right next to Shutters. Love the bar and sitting area. Best place to grab a drink and watch the sunset over Santa Monica.

Atti J.Atti Jupi: Fantastic view from the suite good staff and superb spa!

KatrinaKatrina: Another beautiful hotel with amazing views. Great to meet friends for a drink.

Shutters on the Beach is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

6. Shutters on the Beach

8.8
1 Pico Blvd (at Appian Way), Santa Monica, CA
Resort · Downtown Santa Monica · 115 tips and reviews

Jennifer J.Jennifer J: My "go to" LA hotel. Friendly staff, beautiful ocean views, amazing brunch @ Coast!

Simon & Schuster M.Simon & Schuster Manager: The farmer's market-inspired menu is perfect for watching a sunset on the beach. Katie Lee, author of GROUNDSWELL, enjoyed many meals here while writing the book.http://bit.ly/k56VHC

Zara K.Zara Khan: Fantastic views of the sunset. Also an interesting spot for people watching and a really cute, clean restaurant on the beach.

The Huntley Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

7. The Huntley Hotel

8.2
1111 2nd St (at California Ave), Santa Monica, CA
Hotel · Wilshire-Montana · 71 tips and reviews

ashley r.ashley roeber: Ask for floors 14 and above for the best view. Yogurt with granola and berries is fantastic for breakfast.

Colleen H.Colleen H: Rooftop bar on weekdays. Go for the magic hour. Nice rooms. Thin walls. Delicious views.

Deanna P.Deanna Peluso: Perfect for an upscale hotel stay, and be sure to go for a drink at the Penthouse at sunset. Brilliant view and great selection of drinks.

Water Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

8. Water Grill

8.4
1401 Ocean Ave (Santa Monica Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 103 tips and reviews

Susan G.Susan Green: A sibling of the famed Water Grill downtown, this does not disappoint. Lively atmosphere, fab raw bar, and beautiful views of the ocean.

DmytroDmytro: Great restaurant! Nice design, good location, ocean view, food is delicious. Frito Misto, owen baked black bream, great kids menu. Good selection of draught beer

Krzysztof L.Krzysztof L.: very tasty mix of seafood. great service. superb view!

Hotel Shangri La Rooftop Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

9. Hotel Shangri La Rooftop Bar

7.3
1301 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA
Rooftop Bar · Downtown Santa Monica · 61 tips and reviews

JennJenn: If you hate amazing drinks (The Cucumber Gimlet,Godiva Martinis), beautiful people,ga-ga views of the ocean & perfect sunsets, then this place is not for you. Drinks are pricey, and start at $15.

JennJenn: If you hate amazing drinks (The Cucumber Gimlet,Godiva Martinis), beautiful people,ga-ga views of the ocean & perfect sunsets, then this place is not for you. Drinks are pricey, and start at $15.

MetroWizeMetroWize: The classic décor, intimate setting and stellar views provide a great backdrop to take in some Santa Monica beach weather, deliciously crafted cocktails, and devour oysters on the half shell. Read more.

Pacific Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

10. Pacific Park

8.3
380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA
Amusement Park · Downtown Santa Monica · 44 tips and reviews

Jinnie L.Jinnie L: If u look towards the ferris wheel with the boardwalk lights, u will see the most beautiful sunset ;P roller coaster is pretty good♥

William M T.William M Tammick III: Great carnival atmosphere and a sunset to boot.

Erik R.Erik Rowley: The only amusement park on the entire West Coast located on a pier. The roller coaster and Ferris wheel are must rides, sunset and at night when everything lights up are best times to visit.

Élephante is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

11. Élephante

8.9
1332 2nd St, Rooftop, Santa Monica, CA
Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 31 tips and reviews

Nikki F.Nikki Foster: Scenic views on the beach as you dine or drink rooftop. Great food and service.

R🌹se N.R🌹se N: Best time to come is just before sunset 🌅

Marie L.Marie La Rue: Visit at Sunset. Amazing view.

Pacific Wheel is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

12. Pacific Wheel

8.7
Pacific Park, Santa Monica, CA
Attraction · Downtown Santa Monica · 26 tips and reviews

Vimarsh K.Vimarsh Karbhari: Awesome view! Don't miss it.

ᴡ R.ᴡ Rosario: The world only solar powered Ferris Wheel! Great fun place. Hang with friends, eat, get beers and enjoy the view. Awesome sunsets!

SamaSama: I love busy places like this one. You should try it at the sunset time amazing view 😍

Santa Monica Place is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

13. Santa Monica Place

9.0
395 Santa Monica Pl (at 3rd St), Santa Monica, CA
Shopping Mall · Downtown Santa Monica · 134 tips and reviews

MelanieMelanie: Love the view from the third floor dining terrace. Comfy seats :)

Bridget H.Bridget Hawkins: Great shopping! Bring a jacket@ night... open air shopping. If you go up toward the roof... u can catch a great sunset veiw over the ocean :-)

William R.William Reardon: The food court offers one of the better values. Grab your lunch or dinner from there and enjoy the great views of the 3rd floor terrace.

Tongva Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

14. Tongva Park

8.7
1615 Ocean Ave (at Olympic Dr), Santa Monica, CA
Park · Downtown Santa Monica · 40 tips and reviews

Tom H.Tom Hall: Spectacular new park. Incredible views and a wonderful serene green space. Finally, Ocean Avenue to world class status that it should be upgraded. Well done Santa Monica!!! 5 Stars!!!

Great views of the ocean with modern design!

Joseph C.Joseph C: Enjoy the view from one of these two pods or roundabout at the far corner towards the pier. Would've been a spectacular view if they designed it a few feet higher above the buildings, towards the sea

Boardwalk - Santa Monica Beach is one of The 15 Best Places for Sunsets in Santa Monica.

15. Boardwalk - Santa Monica Beach

8.5
Ocean Ave (at Santa Monica Beach), Santa Monica, CA
Beach · Downtown Santa Monica · 27 tips and reviews

Olin D.Olin Downs: Awesome views and a few good places to eat along the boardwalk. Head South and you will hit Muscle Beach in Venice. Head North towards Malibu and you will hit Will Rogers State Beach.

Jinnie L.Jinnie L: It is typical boardwalk - beach, waves, food, games, some souvenir stores. BUT great place to watch the sunset n very beautiful beach♥

Eren Y.Eren Yay: Beautiful sunset!