1212 Santa Monica provides authentic black-and-white photochemical photo booth sessions in Santa Monica, California, United States, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. Film photo booth located at 1212 Santa Monica on the Third Street Promenade
Opening hours for 1212 Santa Monica: Monday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM. Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM. Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM. Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM. Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM. Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM. Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
1212 Santa Monica
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1212 Santa Monica is listed as operational in Santa Monica, California, United States. Black and white strips, cash only.
Location & directions
1212 3rd Street Promenade, 90401, Santa Monica, California, United States
34.01785, -118.49905
Telemetry
- Format
- B&WAnalog
- Hours today
- 5:00 – 10:00 PMopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about 1212 Santa Monica
Is the photo booth at 1212 Santa Monica still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at 1212 Santa Monica, and can I pay by card?
The price is posted on the machine. Cash only — bring coins or small notes. Most analog booths in this range run a few pounds, euros or dollars a strip.
Is 1212 Santa Monica a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. Prints are black-and-white, developed with real chemistry inside the machine, so expect to wait a few minutes for the strip to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to 1212 Santa Monica?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at 1212 Santa Monica, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots in black and white. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at 1212 Santa Monica?
Monday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to 1212 Santa Monica?
It's at 1212 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, California. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into 1212 Santa Monica with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at 1212 Santa Monica is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Santa Monica for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was 1212 Santa Monica last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
Film photo booth located at 1212 Santa Monica on the Third Street Promenade
Hours
Monday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 1
