Our Favorite Spots
Sightseeing
Griffith Park truly is an icon. In hundreds of movies (most recently LaLa Land), it is a free astrology museum with multiple hiking trails in every direction. Take a frame worthy photo with the Hollywood Sign in the background. We recommend getting there early to get parking along the street heading up to the park.
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2800 E Observatory RdGriffith Park truly is an icon. In hundreds of movies (most recently LaLa Land), it is a free astrology museum with multiple hiking trails in every direction. Take a frame worthy photo with the Hollywood Sign in the background. We recommend getting there early to get parking along the street heading up to the park.
Want to explore the child within you? Try the Ferris wheel (it won’t disappoint) and head to the pier end to see if the resident seal is there. Enjoy some cotton candy or corndogs then head to the beach to play on the gymnastics themed Beach Park (just south of the pier)
Some of our favorite Santa Monica restaurants, the Blue Taco, and The Independence. Both are walking distance from the pier. We also highly recommend renting bikes at the bottom of the pier, and biking up to Venice Beach.
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Мол Santa Monica
200 Santa Monica PierWant to explore the child within you? Try the Ferris wheel (it won’t disappoint) and head to the pier end to see if the resident seal is there. Enjoy some cotton candy or corndogs then head to the beach to play on the gymnastics themed Beach Park (just south of the pier)
Some of our favorite Santa Monica restaurants, the Blue Taco, and The Independence. Both are walking distance from the pier. We also highly recommend renting bikes at the bottom of the pier, and biking up to Venice Beach.
This beautiful scenic drive has multiple spots for picture taking and heads down into Beverly Hills or West Hollywood if you want to shop or people watch. Franklin canyon is also accessed via Mullholland if you want a nice hiking spot.
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Mulholland Drive
Mulholland DriveThis beautiful scenic drive has multiple spots for picture taking and heads down into Beverly Hills or West Hollywood if you want to shop or people watch. Franklin canyon is also accessed via Mullholland if you want a nice hiking spot.
Enjoy a morning at the Getty art museum. Parking is $20, but admission is free. Give yourself 2-3 hours to stroll around, admiring the incredible architecture and garden. Oh and the art is good too! Need a frame worthy pic? Take a panoramic shot of LA from the Getty
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Getty Center
1200 Getty Center DrEnjoy a morning at the Getty art museum. Parking is $20, but admission is free. Give yourself 2-3 hours to stroll around, admiring the incredible architecture and garden. Oh and the art is good too! Need a frame worthy pic? Take a panoramic shot of LA from the Getty
Nestled inside the urban landscape, Lake Balboa Park reigns as a testament to nature’s beauty. At the heart of the valley lies this gem, a sprawling park with plenty of areas for picnics, walking through endless fields, or just resting on the grass in the shade. Take a swan boat ride and see who can paddle faster!
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Lake Balboa
Nestled inside the urban landscape, Lake Balboa Park reigns as a testament to nature’s beauty. At the heart of the valley lies this gem, a sprawling park with plenty of areas for picnics, walking through endless fields, or just resting on the grass in the shade. Take a swan boat ride and see who can paddle faster!
Yes- it’s touristy... but if you’re in the mood it’s a good time!
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Голлівудська Алея слави
6255 Sunset BlvdYes- it’s touristy... but if you’re in the mood it’s a good time!
Food scene- Near and Far
Fat Sal's Deli
1300 N Highland AveGreat food!
Awesome to-go salads and sandwiches before a road trip or visiting the Getty
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California Chicken Cafe
424 Lincoln BlvdAwesome to-go salads and sandwiches before a road trip or visiting the Getty
Best margaritas and tacos in Santa Monica- perfect for people watching
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Blue Plate Taco
1515 Ocean AveBest margaritas and tacos in Santa Monica- perfect for people watching
Great burgers and beer- perfect after a long day walking around Santa Monica
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The Independence
205 BroadwayGreat burgers and beer- perfect after a long day walking around Santa Monica
If you go to Hollywood, please don’t eat at a chain restaurant! Head here for amazing casual food.
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Franklin & Company
5923 Franklin AveIf you go to Hollywood, please don’t eat at a chain restaurant! Head here for amazing casual food.
Food scene
Fantastic breakfast or lunch spot, perfect for a gorgeous bite to eat before you head out to explore!
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Le Pain Quotidien
8607 Melrose AveFantastic breakfast or lunch spot, perfect for a gorgeous bite to eat before you head out to explore!