Santa Monica Place, Shopping mall in Santa Monica, United States
Santa Monica Place is a shopping center with open-air design spread across multiple levels hosting stores, restaurants, and bars. The property includes rooftop terraces with views toward the ocean and surrounding coastal areas.
The building opened in 1980 as an enclosed shopping center and underwent major reconstruction from 2008 to 2010. This transformation shifted it toward open-air spaces and natural light throughout.
The place reflects how people here blend shopping with outdoor time and social gathering. The open layout and rooftop areas encourage visitors to stroll, dine, and linger rather than rush through.
The center is free to enter and walkable from nearby beaches and the downtown area. The open layout makes navigation straightforward, though it can get crowded during peak shopping times.
The rooftop hosts a cinema and is being transformed into a digital art venue with immersive installations. Few visitors realize this upper level exists, as attention typically focuses on the shopping floors below.
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