Los Angeles Travel Guide

Los Angeles is the largest city in California and a centre of art, entertainment, beaches, history, music, glamour and heavy traffic. If you like to explore the city and its attractions on your own, its better you take your own vehicle because despite being the second largest city of the United States, public transport isn’t quite extensive. We will talk about the Los Angeles Travel Guide in detail in this article.

The first thing that comes into the brains of first-time visitors is the Hollywood Tour. You get to see the Iconic Hollywood sign closely. Take the Studio Tour and get a chance to meet the fascinating characters in person. Enjoy the wizarding world of Harry Potter or simply take the Universal City’s walk. Shop, eat, capture and party all night.

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Beaches

For those who love water, Venice Beach is the best spot. You’ll not only get to see the white sand and rushing water but there’s a lot of other fun activities at the beach. You’ll get a chance to shop from upscale boutiques and appreciate the artwork at the main street. Experience Oceanfront walks and eats from one of the top restaurants there.

Santa Monica and Malibu are also one of the famous and most visited beaches with widespread sand and breath-taking Sunsets. No matter how many times you have been to Los Angeles, these beaches always have something new and exciting for you. California is famous for its beaches and so is LA county.

Long beach with the Pacific Aquarium and Avalon Harbor with a casino, golf club and scuba diving are worth visiting for tourists from all around the world.

Hike around and Explore

Along with all the celebrity homes and the most beautiful and clean beaches, LA has acres of wilderness area for hikers and explorers. You can explore the wild in groups or alone with a GPS.

Breathe in the gardens or bathe in the river as Altadena has both. Walk up the marked trail or just simply sit and stare. The place is peaceful and not so crowded. If you love to ride a bike on winding trails making their way beside the river, Canyon Country is the best spot. Sierra Madre is a little city in LA County at the foot of Angeles National Forest and is home to several animals.

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West Hollywood

Spend some time on the Sunset Boulevard and watch the sky turn orange to red as the sun sets taking away all the pain. The street is stretched from downtown to the ocean and is a safe home to Gay Community. You’ll come across a number of pride flags and parades.

West Hollywood is famous for parties and neon-lit nights. Engage yourself in some live fun-activities. There’s a lot of music, live performances, concerts, shows, magic (madness) and dance clubs. The night is young in West Hollywood and the food is mouth-watering.

History and Art

Adamson House is an old Museum in Malibu which depicts potteries and local art and history. For those who love the military and warfare, the American Military Museum exhibits cannonry and military vehicles. And plan your trip to Bunny Museum to see more than 25,000 of cute bunny collectables.

American Museum of Ceramic Art displays Californian dinnerware, industrial ceramics, ancient vessels, fine porcelains from Asia and Europe and Contemporary Ceramics. Pasadena Playhouse is famous for its Victorian buildings and Norton Simon Museum exhibits Asian and European art and a sculpture garden which hosts musical and drama shows.

Theatres

Theatres and movies hit differently in LA County. Alex Today is a centre of attraction for tourists and natives. The theatre hosts contemporary and classical concerts, fundraising shows, community programs, dance, music and cultural display. It is home to Glendale Arts.

Catalina Casino is one of the most noticeable buildings at Avalon Harbor. Despite the name casino, there’s no gambling at the place. There’s a huge theatre with a sitting capacity of 1,154 people and an iconic history museum.

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Manhattan Beach provides the best surfing view and an old-fashioned aquarium. High-end boutiques, upscale eateries, bunch cafes and amusement parks add it to the must-visit category.

Another beach for all the sports enthusiasts out there is Redondo Beach, a dog-friendly tourists spot. You’ll get to see a number of fitness freaks, cute and clean dogs of all sizes, volleyball players and bike riders. You can hire bikes and explore the beach on your own or just race along with your friends.

So next time you pack your bags for Los Angeles, don’t forget to visit all the famous and not so famous places because LA has a lot for you to explore, enjoy and click. From artistic sunrise to late-night parties, LA never sleeps and you get to enjoy all the entertainment and fun you’ve been missing in your life.