Another hidden gem and a must see when in Los Angeles. Better to go here at night when the lights are actually on to get and see the full effects. A picture perfect spot as you see everyone from tourist to locals taking all kinds of photos and movies shots here.

Super cool spot. Highly recommend. Expect to spend 10-15 minutes in the actually room.

There are hidden treasures, then there are diamonds hiding in plain sight. If you’re a photographer or a young child, you owe it to them and yourself to stop to this delightful, thoughtful exhibit.

Best Daytime Date place.A secret gem of mine for over 15 years

Fun spot to stop and view.

Pretty cool short visit. No line and had the room all to myself.

Its a really cool place that gives you the idea of how a camera lense works. You need to close the door, steer the wheel and adjust the table top and its so cool I actually thought It was some sort of magic trick but it reflects what happens on the outside, people and moving car or moving palms included. Free and a cool one to do

Cool old school hidden gem in downtown Santa Monica

A lot of beutifull places around!

First of all, its free, so theres no reason not to check it out. But its also really cool and you can turn the viewfinder and the table to get different views and play with the focus.

This was a special stop, that seemed like it was not visited by many people. You need to enter the art center to see it. The camera is a great way to explore this scientific phenomena, and a unique way to view the outdoor landscape of Santa Monica. The images appear magical and dreamlike.

This place built in 1899 is so cool I cant even believe it! You dont need a very long time to see it. My 13-year-old and his friend just loved it. They couldnt believe what they were saying was in real time.

Its a phenomenal piece of history. If you have young kids, or if youre a photo enthusiast, or if youre one of the homeless people in the nearby Palisades Park.. I think everyone can find appreciation in Camera Obscura, and the community arts center. Phenomenal piece of history. Dont be afraid to walk in! The camera obscura is upstairs!

Beautiful historical building and beautiful people who run it. Wonderful community building facility offering a plethora of classes and workshops. We took an olfactory arts class there, making some amazing perfume and having a wonderful time we will never forget. Look out Coco Chanel!

Cool spot! Free if your a student and i highly rec!

Cool piece of history. A quick, free, diversion just north of the Santa Monica Pier.

Really fascinating to see - we enjoyed turning the periscope to see several sights. There are stairs up to the camera, as fair warning for those challenged with mobility.

Great community gathering place, and cool camera obscura.

Hours are a bit hard to make but definitely check this out. The sunny weather here makes for a great camera obscura.

Im sure it was a big hit in its time. Now its only a reminder of a bygone era. Its cool in that way I guess.

No reason to not pass by if youre by santa monica, its truly a great experience

Amazingly cool

Its part of Santa Monica history.

Finally I took a class at Camera Escura... Chinese brush painting... GREAT...

Cool Art Lab.

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