California,United States
Los Angeles stretches from sunlit beaches to mountain-backed neighborhoods, with palm-lined boulevards and a restless creative energy. You can catch skyline views at Griffith Observatory, spot the Hollywood Sign, stroll the Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach, and visit world-class museums such as the Getty Center and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). Taste global food in diverse neighborhoods, chase a Pacific sunset, and then start planning your visit and go explore.
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Climb Mount Hollywood to reach Griffith Observatory for sweeping views of Los Angeles, the Hollywood Sign and the San Fernando Valley. You will find the Art Deco observatory and its free public exhibits are popular at sunset and for evening telescope viewing, and planetarium shows require tickets, so plan ahead and arrive early to find parking or start a nearby hike.
Wander Hollywood Boulevard and you can browse the Walk of Fame stars, photograph the TCL Chinese Theatre forecourt handprints and admire vintage theater marquees. Then slip into nearby side streets to discover independent theaters, local cafés and quirky shops that keep Hollywood's show‑business energy alive, and go see what you find.
Feel the Pacific breeze on Santa Monica Beach, then stroll the lively boardwalk to Santa Monica Pier where you can ride the Pacific Park Ferris wheel and watch street performers. Stay for golden-hour light over the ocean and bring your camera to take it all in.
Explore Downtown Los Angeles to visit modern museums like The Broad and the Museum of Contemporary Art, admire landmarks such as Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Bradbury Building, and wander the Arts District's murals, galleries, and theaters. Stay for a concert or grab a coffee and soak up the city's creative energy.
Follow State Route 1, the Pacific Coast Highway, from Los Angeles into Malibu for dramatic ocean‑cliff views and a wide, open horizon. Pull over at beaches and seafood spots to stretch your legs, taste fresh local catch, and soak it in as the sun sinks toward the Pacific.
From rooftop dining in West Hollywood to taco stands in Venice, and from surf lessons in Malibu to the vibrant street art of the Arts District, Los Angeles mixes local flavor with big-city scale. Bring your appetite and curiosity, then go explore the neighborhoods.
One of Hollywood’s major award‑nights draws the movie and TV world together in the city of stars.
No major events scheduled for February.
Thousands of runners and supporters wind through the city’s iconic neighbourhoods from start to finish.
A major literary festival in Los Angeles featuring authors, panels, signings and book‑lovers from across the region.
A lively fair with rides, food, exhibits and family‑friendly fun in the region’s suburban‑fairgrounds.
One of the city’s biggest celebrations of LGBTQ+ pride, culture and community on the streets of Los Angeles.
No major events scheduled for July.
No major events scheduled for August.
A major pop‑culture convention featuring comics, sci‑fi, anime, gaming and celebrity appearances in Los Angeles.
No major events scheduled for October.
One of North America’s top auto shows showcasing the latest vehicles, concept cars and automotive design in Los Angeles.
Festive parade along Hollywood Boulevard with holiday floats, celebrity guests and family‑friendly cheer in the city’s entertainment heart.
One of Hollywood’s major award‑nights draws the movie and TV world together in the city of stars.
No major events scheduled for February.
Thousands of runners and supporters wind through the city’s iconic neighbourhoods from start to finish.
A major literary festival in Los Angeles featuring authors, panels, signings and book‑lovers from across the region.
A lively fair with rides, food, exhibits and family‑friendly fun in the region’s suburban‑fairgrounds.
One of the city’s biggest celebrations of LGBTQ+ pride, culture and community on the streets of Los Angeles.
No major events scheduled for July.
No major events scheduled for August.
A major pop‑culture convention featuring comics, sci‑fi, anime, gaming and celebrity appearances in Los Angeles.
No major events scheduled for October.
One of North America’s top auto shows showcasing the latest vehicles, concept cars and automotive design in Los Angeles.
Festive parade along Hollywood Boulevard with holiday floats, celebrity guests and family‑friendly cheer in the city’s entertainment heart.
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