This is more of a curiosity than a phenomenal destination, but it's worth stopping by to witness the tragic scene of a baby wooly mammoth watch its mother sink into a pit of tar.
Any time you're at LAX, take a moment to "people watch!" You never know who (or what) you might see!
Established on the site of L.A.'s first Chinatown, Union Station opened in 1939 at a cost of $11 million. Over 1 1/2 million people visited it within its first three days.
Outside the arena are statues of Wayne Gretzky and Magic Johnson, although both sports legends played at The Forum, where the Kings, Lakers and Sparks previously played.
There's no end to the awesome concerts and live music at L.A. LIVE - including the STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre, Club Nokia, the GRAMMY Museum, and pop-up events on the plaza. Come early for dinner! Read more.
This one may come as a shock, but Nokia Theatre is our favorite entertainment venue in California. Pop culture aficionado? You'll love the spectacular concerts and celebrity-packed award shows.
Dodger Stadium is currently the third oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball (behind Fenway Park in Boston and Wrigley Field in Chicago,) and is the largest ballpark by seating capacity.
Home of the Galaxy and Chivas USA, the Home Depot Center is a great venue to catch a soccer game or even a tennis match.
Meet your friends at the iconic Ferris wheel to run, walk or rollerblade up the boardwalk. Bike rentals are abound. Create a bike loop by clicking "More Info." Read more.
How old is the Rose Bowl Game? OLD. In fact, the first one was played in 1902 when Michigan romped Stanford, 49-0. It ain’t called “The Granddaddy of Them All” for nothin’. Read more.
The sign was originally constructed in 1923 to promote a subdivision at the top of Beachwood Canyon called Hollywoodland; "land" would later be dropped in 1945 when the area was deeded to the city.
With food stands offering anything from French to Chinese and American to Italian cuisine, the Farmers Market offers the best of the food world. The workers here really know their trade.
Check out top music alfresco at The Grove’s Summer Concert Series Wednesdays in July, and free movies in the park Thursdays through August.
Located in Los Angeles, a global center for arts, technology and international trade, the University of Southern California is one of the world’s leading private research universities. Read more.
The Fashion District in LA spans 90 blocks and is the hub of the apparel industry on the West Coast. One of the largest in the USA.
The University of California, Los Angeles was founded in 1919 as a public, coeducational research university. It is the only leading research institution in the world founded in the 20th century.
Great place to take out of towners simply for the atmosphere and novelty shops. Although everything here can be bought online or elsewhere for much less it's still a recomendation for the sights.
Carl Laemmle's original tour included a chance for guests to buy fresh produce since Universal City was still in part a working farm. The narrated tram (formerly "Glamortram") launched in 1964.
My favorite place in LA. Pot smoking hippies, great handmade jewelry & art for sale, the beach, graffiti wall, what more could you want? Try renting a bike or just walk around & enjoy the performances
The original LA zoo opened in 1912 about two miles north of this location until it opened here in 1966. This location originally contained housing for veterans returning from WWII until the mid-1950s
The 300 seat Oschin Planetarium is one of the finest and most technologically sophisticated in the world. Once a month, Los Angeles astronomy clubs host a free Public Star Party on the lawn. Read more.
via LA Mag: Many major landmarks are still up & running: you will find Whisky a Go Go rocking, hordes of teenagers outside the Roxy, and a steady queue of not-only-tourists outside the Comedy Store.
Use Rodeo as the launching point for a stroll around Beverly Hills. It's an easy way to prove that, true to its reputation, Beverly Hills is filled with rich people driving fancy cars.
CA (See) Stroll around downtown on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Great art, fun crowd and many food trucks (and nearby bars). What more could you ask for?
Nearly 2,500 stars, from Marilyn Monroe to Matt Damon, have been immortalized in cement on this 18-block Hollywood landmark. Tip: Download the official iPhone app to pinpoint your fave celeb!
Enjoy 3 ultra-popular pedestrian blocks of mosaic art tiles, fountains, patio restaurants, and trendy shopping ranging from overpriced bikini shops to some of LA’s best specialty bookstores. Read more.
