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Annenberg Community Beach House
A public beach facility gives a Santa Monica day a practical base by the sand.
- Location
- 415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA 90402
A place worth knowing
The Annenberg Community Beach House turns part of Marion Davies’s former oceanfront estate into a public place to spend time beside the sand. The historic pool and guest house sit alongside a splash pad, play area and gallery, with no membership required to visit the facility.
The site’s history adds another dimension to a Santa Monica beach day. Check the separate arrangements for swimming, tours and programmed activities when planning which parts to use.
Practical details last checked 21 Sept 2026
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Annenberg Community Beach House
415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA 90402, Los Angeles
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415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA 90402
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