Public transportation is a cheap way to get off campus. There are a number of bus stops around Westwood, so make sure to check which stop works best for you.
The Big Blue Bus fare for UCLA students is only $0.50. Just swipe your BruinCard before paying.
Route 2 is a direct line to Santa Monica. Always make sure you’re boarding a Big Blue Bus and not a Metro bus.
Relax and enjoy the ride. It can take 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
The stop at Fourth Street and Santa Monica Place is a good stop to get off at. Pull the yellow cord to request a stop.
Walk a couple of blocks southwest down Colorado Avenue and you’ll find the entrance to the pier.
Continue walking down the ramp to get to the boardwalk.
There are lots of things to do while you’re there. Restaurants, food stands and dessert places line the pier.
Pacific Park is an amusement park on top of the pier. It offers rides and games for family fun.
The end of the pier offers an unobstructed view of the ocean. This is a great place to watch the sunset over the water.
Lots of people use the pier for fishing. People set up multiple fishing rods as they wait for fish to bite.
If you want to take a dip in the ocean, the pier has easy access to the beach as well as faucets to wash off the sand afterwards.
Take a detour to Third Street Promenade which is right by the pier. This open-air and car-free center is a great place to shop, eat and watch street performers.