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• Griffith Observatory
• Getty Center
• OUE Skyspace LA
• Universal Studios or Warner Bros. Studio Tour
• Starline Hop On, Hop Off
• Exploring LA’s various neighborhoods, Arts District, Silver Lake, Koreatown, Venice Beach/Abbott Kinney Blvd
• Experience a sporting event, Los Angeles has 9 professional sports teams
• Museum Row, LA Brea Tarpits, Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles County Museum of Arts and more
• Original Farmers Market/ The Grove
• Food walking tour
Downtown Los Angeles is the heart of the city and the site of its birthplace. Home to some of L.A.’s most historic neighborhoods, Downtown L.A. is also a vision of the future, with world-class hotels, spectacular cultural attractions, and highly anticipated restaurants opening in the months and years ahead.
The Music Center is home to Frank Gehry’s iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall, where the Los Angeles Philharmonic performs. You won’t want to miss this ultra-modern venue, which provides an unparalleled musical experience and a great behind-the-scenes tour. Across the way you’ll discover some of the most important performing arts venues on the West Coast including the Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum and Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. A new $40 million upgrade to The Music Center’s plaza will open this fall and will add a wine bar, restaurant, welcome center, and permanent restrooms between Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and Ahmanson Theatre. Visit Time: 1.5 hours.
For a taste of L.A.’s modern art scene, a visit to The Broad is a must. The museum is home to nearly 2,000 works of postwar and contemporary art spread over two floors. Reserve a separate ticket after arrival to the Infinity Mirrored Room. Visit Time: 1 hour.
Next, experience the international culinary diversity of Los Angeles at the Grand Central Market. A new generation of food and drink vendors offer casual dining in a historic downtown landmark building. Visit Time: 1.5 hours.
Head south from Downtown L.A. to Exposition Park via the Metro Expo line (with an extended route that connects to Santa Monica for $1.75 each way), home to several of L.A.’s top cultural attractions and venues, including the University of Southern California (USC), the Natural History Museum (the world’s only T-rex growth series in the Dinosaur Hall) and the California Science Center (the permanent home of the Space Shuttle Endeavor). Sports enthusiasts can also visit the Memorial Coliseum (home to USC football and the 1932 and 1984 Olympics) and the Banc of California stadium the home of Los Angeles Football Club. Visit Time: 3 hours.
Back in Downtown Los Angeles, stop at the OUE Skyspace, California’s tallest open-air observation deck for a panoramic 360-degree view of Los Angeles. Ride on the Skyslide – an outdoor glass slide, positioned nearly 1,000 feet above downtown Los Angeles from the 70th to the 69th floor of the U.S. Bank Tower. Visit Time: 1 hour.
L.A. LIVE, downtown’s entertainment hub, has fast become the go-to place for sports, events, and dining. Be sure to visit the GRAMMY Museum to enjoy cutting-edge exhibits and an interactive music experience. Attend a concert at Microsoft Theater L.A. LIVE or – if you’re lucky – attend one of L.A.’s premier red-carpet events. L.A. LIVE has hosted the GRAMMY’s, EMMYs, ESPYs, American Music Awards and other prestigious ceremonies. For sports fans, catch a basketball game (home to the Lakers and Clippers) or a hockey game (home to the Kings) at STAPLES Center, part of the L.A. LIVE campus. If baseball is your game of choice, head to Dodger Stadium for a game or a stadium tour. Visit Time: 1.5 – 3 hours.
For a night on the town, check out downtown’s clubs, bars, and lounges, including the The Edison, Perch roof top bar, Spire 73 at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown and Broken Shaker at Freehand Los Angeles. Enjoy a buzzing craft beer scene in Arts District at Angel City Brewery, Iron Triangle Brewing Company, and Arts District Brewing Company.
No trip to Los Angeles is complete without a visit to Hollywood, the home of movie studios, many of L.A.’s most popular and historic tourist destinations, and its world-famous namesake boulevard.
Start your day in the San Fernando Valley for a behind the scenes look at how movies & TV shows are made at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood or Universal Studios Hollywood. Stroll through Downtown Springfield – home of The Simpsons™, or visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a fully immersive themed land that brings the Harry Potter books and films to life. This summer, brace yourself for the opening of the new epic adventure — Jurassic World™ – The Ride, based on the blockbuster film franchise. Be there when the gates open to experience just how real it is! Visit Time: 3 – 6 hours.
Head through the Cahuenga Pass and visit L.A.’s most iconic outdoor concert venue – the Hollywood Bowl. Home to the L.A. Philharmonic during the summer, the 18,000 seat amphitheater hosts performances from all musical genres during its busy summer season. Visit Time: 1 – 3 hours.
Located at the corner of Hollywood Blvd. and Highland Ave. sits the heart of Hollywood. Start with a plethora of shopping and dining options at Hollywood & Highland and take a tour of the Dolby Theatre – home of the Oscars. Continue on to TCL Chinese Theater to compare your hands and feet to your favorite movie stars immortalized in the concrete. Next, rub shoulders with the lifelike wax figurines of the stars at Madame Tussaud Hollywood. Finish off the movie industry experience with a visit to the Hollywood Museum featuring the world’s most extensive collection of Hollywood memorabilia spanning over 100 years of Hollywood history. Visit Time: 3 hours.
Hop on the Starline Hop-On Hop-Off bus to tour Hollywood in an open-top double decker bus. Ride the “Red” route for a pre-recorded guide of the Miracle Mile and Museum Row which includes LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), the La Brea Tar Pits & the Page Museum to go prehistoric fossil hunting, and the redesigned Peterson Automotive Museum to see an ever rotating of historic and modern vehicles on display. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is building the world’s leading movie museum in the heart of Los Angeles – Academy Museum. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Renzo Piano, the six story Academy Museum will contain state-of-the-art galleries, exhibition spaces, movie theaters, educational areas, and special event spaces. The museum is planned to open in 2020. Visit Time: 2 – 3 hours.
The Original Farmers Market is a cherished L.A. tradition with bakeries, a variety of ethnic cuisines, gourmet shops and informal picnic style seating areas. Food tours are also available. Adjoining the Farmers Market is The Grove, an outdoor shopping and dining destination with a great grassy area to sit and a lively fountain. Visit Time: 2 hours.
Depart for the Griffith Park’s 4,000 plus acres of open space and rugged terrain – making it one of North America’s largest urban parks. Start on the west side of the park with a wildlife adventure at the L.A. Zoo or go back in time to the glory days of train travel at the Travel Town Museum or to the wild west at the Autry Museum. Then hike to the Griffith Park Observatory for an astronomy lesson and a breathtaking view of the city. During the summer, catch a concert under the stars at the Greek Theatre. Visit Time: 2 – 4 hours.
There are plenty of nightlife options in Hollywood, from spectacular Broadway productions at the Pantages Theater or dancing the night away at one of Hollywood’s cutting-edge nightclubs such as Station Hollywood, BLVD Bar & Lounge, Playhouse or Avalon.
The westside is known for its top restaurants, high-end shopping, and acclaimed cultural attractions.
The Getty Center, perched above the Sepulveda Pass, offers an extensive art collection, dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens, and breathtaking views to start your day. Visit Time: 3 hours.
For the more adventurous, take a self-guided Movie Star Homes Bike Tour with Bikes and Hikes L.A. and catch the famous Spadena “Witch” house. Be sure to shop and stroll Rodeo Drive, Beverly Drive and Wilshire Boulevard’s Department Store Row. Visit Time: 2 -3 hours.
For more shopping, you won’t want to miss the Beverly Center and Westfield Century City, two of Southern California’s premier fashion destinations reflecting the diverse styles of L.A., upscale amenities, and concierge-style guest services. The Beverly Center recently underwent $500M in upgrades and adding nine new restaurants and a food hall while still offering discounts/special services through their Passport to Shopping program. Westfield Century City recently completed their $1 Billon expansion which features 70 new restaurants & shops. Visit Time: 2 hours.
At night, head to the legendary Sunset Strip in West Hollywood to enjoy cocktails along with a view. SkyBar at the Mondrian is a favorite in WeHo (as the locals call it) or check out the hottest live music scene at famed clubs like the Roxy, Whiskey a Go Go and Viper Room (also aka Johnny Depp’s Joint). Or, for a guaranteed night of laughter, stop by one of L.A.’s famed comedy clubs – Hollywood Improv Comedy Club, Laugh Factory or Comedy Store.
With coastal attractions stretching from Malibu all the way south to San Pedro and the Port of Los Angeles, L.A.’s beach communities are the epitome of Southern California’s endless summer.
At your leisure, stroll along Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade, where there will be clothing boutiques, specialty bookstores, a variety of restaurants and fantastic street performers. Be sure to check out Santa Monica Place for designer brands and a great food deck. Visit Time: 2 hours.
Santa Monica Beach is a must for soaking up the sunshine, options include biking, rollerblading, beach volleyball or simply strolling the pier and taking it all in. On the beach, put on a wet suit and take a surf lesson from a professional. Rent a bike at Perry’s Cafe & Bike Rentals and ride down the Santa Monica bike path, also known as “The Strand” from Will Rogers State Beach to Redondo Beach is a 22-mile (35-km) bike path that connects many of L.A.’s best beaches. Visit Time: 2 hours.
Head to Venice Beach, which has a bustling ocean side promenade filled with bikini-clad beach-goers, tattoo-splashed surfers and an eclectic mix of outdoor enthusiast. It’s perfect for people watching and seeing skateboarders in action at the Venice Skate Park. You’ll also want to allow time to peruse the unique shops and check out famous Muscle Beach. Visit Time: 1.5 hours.
Head over to Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice to experience one of LA’s most eclectic and dynamic dining scenes to trend-setting boutiques featuring creative clothes and jewelry, or explore vintage shops for collectables and other unique must-haves. Visit Time: 1.5 hours.
Continue your ocean-themed experience with a visit to the Port of Los Angeles, home to the Battleship USS IOWA, once known as the “world’s greatest naval ship”, or visit the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach to learn about the Pacific Ocean and its inhabitants. In May, the Aquarium opened a new wing, Pacific Visions a stunning glass building to experience a state-of–the-art immersive theater, interactive art installations, engaging multimedia displays, and live animal exhibits. From there, take a ferry or helicopter ride to Catalina Island. Visit Time: 2 – 4 hours.
Otherwise, head north to Malibu via famous Pacific Coast Highway to visit the Getty Villa, an impressive collection of art and antiquities set in an equally impressive setting. The Getty Villa houses the J. Paul Getty Museum’s collection of approximately 44,000 Greek, Roman, and Etruscan antiquities. Over 1,300 objects are on display in 27 galleries devoted to the permanent collection, with six additional galleries for changing exhibitions.
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