Located somewhere on the Warner Bros. studio lot, it is a recognizable icon in the Burbank skyline. The Warners have full living quarters within the tower.
Go for a nighttime top-down drive on Mulholland as it winds from Interstate 405 to Laurel Canyon Boulevard. Take in the magical lights of the city and the San Fernando Valley.
Opened in 1922, the all-time record for attendance was set in 1936 when 26,410 people crowded into the Bowl to hear opera singer Lily Pons. Current seating capacity is 17,376.
Built in 1927 and was modeled loosely after the Château d'Amboise, a royal retreat in France's Loire Valley. Atmosphere of old Hollywood! Rich in history & mystery. LA's Historic-Cultural Monument.
The ghost of Marilyn Monroe has supposedly been seen several times in the mirror located next to the elevator on the lower level. It was originally located in her poolside Suite, #1200.
Center also includes Grauman's Chinese Theatre, home to the Academy Awards. The historic site was once the home of Hollywood Hotel. Located in the heart of Hollywood, along the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Also called Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows located on Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills, California. It was opened on May 12, 1912, before there was even a city called Beverly Hills...
Known around the world for its annual Academy Awards, informally known as the "Oscars". The Academy often has exhibitions that you can visit for free. And cinema events throughout the year.
Historic hotel built in 1928 (when the city had fewer than 18,000 residents). Beverly Wilshire was one of the filming locations for the 1990 movie Pretty Woman starring Richard Gere and Julia Roberts.
Look for the "Rose for Lilly" designed by Gehry as a tribute to Lillian Disney, knowing that she loved Royal Deft porcelain. More than 200 vases and 8,000 tiles were used for the fountain.
A warren of food stalls and shops by stylish clothiers including dressmaker Jenni Kayne, designer James Perse, and queen of Indian prints Roberta Freymann.
“I love going to the flea market once a month. It’s overwhelming, but I always I find a lot of vintage sweaters—and now that it’s getting warmer, tons of light summer dresses.” -Gia Coppola
Owner Joey Grana has such an exacting eye that his selection could easily read as one designer's collection. It has the best vintage selection in a non-exclusively vintage store.
This shop is filled with pristine contemporary castoffs. Expect Stella McCartney jackets, Mayle dresses, Chloé blouses, new Hermès bags, and Prada shoes from a few seasons ago.
Downtown L.A.’s jeans emporium lets men and women customize their own. Book an appointment—the bespoke pants are that popular.
Cruise one of the world’s most famous scenic drives, winding from the Hollywood Hills, across the spine of the Santa Monica Mountains, and west towards the Pacific Ocean.
Pacific Coast Highway is a sun-drenched road that hugs the coastline and is undoubtedly one of LA’s signature drives.
Treasure hunt and star gaze along famed Rodeo Drive in tony Beverly Hills, home of the rich and super rich.
This LA-based nonprofit has helped spearhead ecotourism by offering opportunities for visitors to volunteer. For 30+ years, Treepeople has helped plant trees, educating people about the environment.
With so many free cultural attractions, Downtown LA has become one of the city's best places to see the sights for free. Take a free walking tour with our guide on discoverLosAngeles.com
The people-watching alone makes the Fashion District one of LA’s premier shopping destinations and an experience all its own.
Five major cultural attractions are within walking distance of each other in the USC/Exposition Park area, so be sure to take advantage of our walking tour on discoverLosAngeles.com!
Learn about LA’s birthplace at the site of its original settlement in 1781.
Check out the latest and hippest at the Downtown LA Art Walk, which occurs the second Thursday of the month.
Located in the heart of the Crenshaw district, Leimert Park Village lures tourists with the distinct African American culture of its shops, art galleries, coffee shops, restaurants and jazz clubs.
Discover the modern side of Chinatown by checking out the quarterly art walks along Chung King Road. The scene is surprisingly hip and young.
San Pedro’s 1st Thursday Art Walk began in 1996, but more recently locals and cruise tourists from nearby Port of LA have flocked to experience the community, street performances & art.
Discover the refreshingly authentic scene in Little Ethiopia, where you can smell tumeric and paprika, and hear colorful African pop blaring from store radios.
For many, the best way to approach Chinatown is as a distinct culture both Chinese and American. As the first Chinatown in America, the area quivers with cultural history, a modern bustling community.
A square-mile area that is quickly turning into one of LA’s artsier communities, with galleries, public art, theaters, boutiques, vintage clothing stores, ethnic restaurants and outdoor cafes.
Watts Towers represent 33 yrs of work by an Italian immigrant who made the project his life. Similar to the style of Catalan architect Gaudí, 17 structures represent the American Native art movement.
Intricate reliefs represent goddesses of liberty, victory & peace, while architectural details impart the nature of Korean culture. Visit on a clear day for a picnic w/ pristine views of the harbor.
The Los Angeles Central Public Library reflects the Egyptian-style architecture mania that swept the country in the 1920s, after the King Tut discovery.
The Victorian era had its influence on local architecture, as evidenced by the homes in the 1300 block of Carroll Avenue in Angelino Heights.
The network of free farmers markets throughout LA has helped bring fresh-from-the-field produce to urban neighborhoods.
The hills inspired early housing developers to connect streets via sets of stairs, which led to now-defunct trolley car stops. An online search connects you to online communities that share locations.
The city of Los Angeles operates nine dog parks where your canine friends can roam off leash. These fenced areas within parks offer a variety of facilities for humans and animals.
Venice Beach is world famous for its funky folks, but it’s at least as well known for Muscle Beach, home to amateur and professional bodybuilders alike.
At select facilities, the L.A. Department of Recreation and Parks offers Operation Splash, free summer swimming lessons sponsored by Kaiser Permanente.
The 1864 Greek Revival residence, the Banning Residence Museum, is the former home of General Phineas Banning, the "father" of the Los Angeles Harbor.
Free meditation instruction and public sittings twice a week!
This magnificent Malibu property includes an educational center and museum dedicated to the study of the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria.
This historic site features two homes dating from the 1840s and 1920s, and a private cemetery.
FIDM's collection of more than 15,000 costumes, accessories and textiles from the 19th century through the present day includes film and theater costumes.
The center’s galleries explore broad themes relating to the history and diverse cultures of the American West. Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month.
Primarily focused on folklore and folk art, features exhibits that cover artistic expression from around the globe, showcasing a wide variety of cultures. Free admission on the 1st Weds of every month
Free admission on the first Thursday of every month with advance tickets, which can be reserved online or by phone.
Free admission every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and every third Tuesday of the month.
Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month; Target sponsors free admission on select holidays (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; Presidents Day; Memorial Day).
MAK Center for Art & Architecture in the Schindler House features rotating art exhibitions about cultural issues. Free admission Fri 4-6p, as well as Intl Museum Day (May), Schindler's bday (Sept 10)
Downtown’s premier art museum features one of the best permanent collections in the country, with works by artists like Roy Lichtenstein & Mark Rothko. Free admission Thursdays 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
With cutting-edge exhibitions, hands-on education programs and popular evening events, this is a must-see for contemporary art enthusiasts. Free admission every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Holds the title of being the 3rd-largest museum of its type in the U.S., w/ more than 3.5 million specimens. Free admission first Tuesday of most months, except July/August; free every Tuesday in Sept
Enjoy museum exhibitions including the ever-popular Noah’s Ark at the Skirball, family programs, performing arts, world music, film, lectures, classes and more. Free admission every Thursday.
At any given time the walking path is filled with joggers, strollers and dogs on leashes. With a crushed granite surface, the flat, 2-mile path has become an outdoor gym for residents.
The Marina del Rey harbor offers spectacular views and many outdoor activities, including jogging, roller skating, bicycling or just relaxing in the park.
Features some of the city’s most magnificent sunsets & ocean views. It’s one of the city’s oldest parks! A jogging and biking path runs along steep cliffs overlooking the Pacific.
Offers free lessons for first-timers every Saturday (a small donation applies to subsequent classes).
In the reserve, it’s difficult to tell that you’re in the city at all. Groves of trees fill out the landscape, while a variety of wildlife — waterfowl, ducks, herons and more — go about their day.
Just across the street from USC, you’ll find the stunning seven-acre Rose Garden perfect for an afternoon of picnicking. Read more.
Head to the shore of Lake Balboa in this massive park for some prime picnic locations. There are picnic tables, barbecue pits, and huge areas to spread out your blanket, all offering scenic views. Read more.
The entire gamut of coffee and tea experiences: A $2-a-cup honor bar during morning rush hour, traditional counter service, an upscale slow bar experience and live music on weekend nights.
