Santa Monica walkabout near the Pier and along the beachfront
The Santa Monica Pier is one of Southern California's most famous landmarks. It includes an amusement park with a Ferris Wheel and other rides and is visited by millions of tourists every year. The daylight pictures were taken in January as thousands walked along the beachfront and watched musicians and artists perform for donations on the pier. The three night shots were taken in March, 2006.