California, United States

Dating in Santa Monica

Meet real singles in Santa Monica, whether you live here or are visiting.

Looking for singles in Santa Monica? Santa Monica is home to about 90,729 people, and The One Dating keeps your deck to real people near you, shows you who already likes you, and opens the chat the moment it is mutual. Here are a few first date ideas to try once you match.

First date ideas in Santa Monica

  • Santa Monica Pier

    A classic stroll with a view.

  • Pacific Park

    Rides break the ice faster than small talk.

  • Heal the Bay Aquarium

    Daytime fun that never runs out of things to say.

  • Palisades Park

    Bring a coffee and take the long way round.

  • Edgemar

    A gallery stroll is calm, easy and memorable.

  • Santa Monica Playhouse

    Check the listings and make a night of it.

Meeting someone new? Read our first date safety tips and how to spot a fake profile.

How The One Dating works in Santa Monica

  • No bots and no fake accounts in your deck: every like is a real person.
  • Pick a Main Character Vibe so matches know your energy before the first message.
  • See who already likes you, and get a short list of Top Picks from the preferences you save.
  • Only matches can message you, and block or report takes two taps.

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