OPEN DAILY- The Annenberg Community Beach House
The Annenberg Community Beach House at Santa Monica State Beach is a public facility located on 5 acres of oceanfront property. With spectacular views, splash pad, playground, gallery, Marion Davies Guest House, beach courts & fields, community & cultural events, historic pool, free wi-fi, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
SPLASH PAD
The Splash Pad is a water feature that shoots water out of the ground and is very popular with small children.
The courtyard and splash pad will open daily May – October, 9am-4pm.
Children’s Playground
There is a children’s playground featuring swings, climbing play-sets, and of course a sandy area to play. There are benches, chairs, and tables for adults to sit while the kids play.
Beach Soccer & Volleyball Courts
You may reserve beach soccer or volleyball courts 4 weeks in advance for $10/hour during the summer pool season. Beach court and field reservations are intended for individual or small party use only. Reservations are not required for court or field use. Courts without reservations are available on a first-come first-served basis for free. Nets are adjustable and may be lowered for beach tennis play.
The Annenberg Beach House Grounds
The grounds are open to all, no membership required.
Grounds include playground, beach areas, and courts.
Back on the Beach Cafe
Nestled on a wide stretch of sandy beach, Back on the Beach Café offers appetizing meals featuring local and seasonal cuisine with breathtaking views of ocean, mountain, pier, and Catalina Island. Generations of Angelinos have been coming to our landmark restaurant since 1989. Both indoor & outdoor seating is available along with extensive catering services and event planning. Come and enjoy the beach with us!
Hours change seasonally. The café is privately operated, please call them directly at 310-393-8282 to confirm hours.Café Website>
Things to Know
The Annenberg Community Beach House is a public site, open to all. No membership or reservations required!
- The grounds including the playground, beach courts and fields, beach access, and the parking lot are open daily.
- Free wi-fi is available. Tables & chairs with umbrellas are available in the courtyard and view deck.
- Summer amenities include the pool and reservable canopies.
- The pool is closed between October and May. See pool schedule and admission fees.
- The Beach House grounds are available for small get-togethers on a first come, first served basis.
- Reservations are not available for the public spaces (courtyard, splash pad, or sandy areas); all areas are first come, first served.
- Canopies in the sand are available during the summer season, in conjunction with the pool being open. Canopy Reservations >
- Guests are welcome to bring their own canopies, tables, and chairs to setup in the sandy areas. Please refer to below Beach House rules for prohibited items.
- Beach volleyball courts and soccer fields are available to reserve year-round. First come, first served courts are also available. Court & Field reservations >
PARKING:
Annenberg Community Beach House is located at 415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA, 90402. Parking is available year-round on a first come, first served basis. On weekends and holidays, we suggest to arrive early to find a parking spot at the beach house parking lot.
When you arrive, note the number of your space and pay at the Park & Pay machines located in each section of the lot. Parking rates are $12/day or $3/day from April through October, and $8/day or $3/hour from November through March. The parking is usually open from 7am – 9pm during summer time, and till 7pm or 8pm on other months.
If the Beach House lot is full, additional parking lots 8 & 9 (south) and Will Rogers State Beach (north) are within walking distance. The bike path connects these lots to the Beach House on the ocean side. Check Santa Monica’s City-Wide Parking Map for updated information about the Beach House parking lot and lots Pacific Coast Highway.
Also note that Santa Monica prohibits dogs on the beach. Service animals excepted (as defined by the ADA).
Hours
OPEN DAILY: 10:00am – 5:00pm
For additional information, visit the website @
annenbergbeachhouse.com/
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