Areas of interest
Rodeo Drive
Packed with exclusive shops, full of gawkers. They all came to enjoy the excess.
Venice Beach
Los Angeles over-the-top culture at its best. Here you'll find Muscle Beach, street performers and tacky shops galore. Lots of paraphernalia
Sunset Boulevard
Perhaps one of the world's most famous streets, it began as a route between the stars' posh neighborhoods and the Hollywood studios. It runs from downtown to the ocean, passing through the "Sunset Strip" on its way.
Santa Monica Beach and Pier
Great beach scene, and a classic seaside amusement park, complete with antique carousel.
Knott's Berry Farm
Knotts' Southern California Resort includes Soak City U.S.A. and a theme park-full of family shows and rides.
Queen Mary
Once the largest ship afloat, she's been docked in Long Beach for longer than she sailed, and she never fails to impress.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Roller coaster Madness!
Hollywood
Where the stars use to play.
Old Town Pasadena
Historic downtown Pasadena is filled with shops and restaurants, and is a very popular nightspot.
Farmers Market and The Grove
A new shopping complex right next to a Los Angeles landmark, Enjoy a movie or shopping, then take the trolley to the Farmers Market for lunch or dinner.
Santa Monica Third Street Promenade
Downtown Santa Monica's shopping promenade.
Griffith Park
Home of the Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Park Observatory, Travel Town and the Greek Theatre.
Getty Museum
The Getty's architecture is so beautiful that it keeps me fascinated. After several visits, I still can't get inside to see their superb art collection. No matter whether you like their art or architecture better (or maybe you'll just enjoy the view), the Getty is sure to please.
Catalina Island
It's in Los Angeles County, but it seems more like it should be on the Mediterranean. Things are different on Catalina. Fish fly. People drive golf carts instead of cars. It's a magical place, and my favorite Southern California getaway.
Music in Los Angeles
The music is a diverse as the people in Los Angeles, with every group being represented. The La Weekly is you best bet for Music, Clubs, and more, just pick one on just about any corner coffee house. Believe us LA has it all just look for it.
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