Things to Do in Los Angeles Alone.

World-class art, Richard Meier architecture, and tranquil hilltop gardens

Set atop the Brentwood hills, The Getty Center houses an extraordinary collection of European paintings, drawings, sculpture, illuminated manuscripts, and decorative arts from antiquity to the present. Visitors arrive via a scenic hovertrain tram to explore the travertine pavilions, Central Garden, and 360-degree vistas of LA.

Southern California's gateway to the cosmos and panoramic city views

Perched on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, this 1935 Art Deco architectural masterpiece features world-class astronomical exhibits, public Zeiss telescopes, the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, and unmatched panoramic views of the Los Angeles basin and the Hollywood Sign.

Historic seaside boardwalk landmark marking the end of Route 66

Constructed in 1909, this legendary wooden pier stretching into the Pacific Ocean features the solar-powered Pacific Wheel Ferris wheel, roller coasters at Pacific Park, classic arcade games, street buskers, fresh seafood eateries, and panoramic coastal views of the Santa Monica Bay.

Historic Downtown LA food hall celebrating diverse global cuisines since 1917

Downtown Los Angeles' oldest and largest public market, operating continuously since 1917. The bustling 30,000-square-foot emporium brings together legacy vendors and modern culinary artisans serving authentic tacos, artisanal egg sandwiches, ramen, Texas BBQ, pupusas, craft beer, and gourmet coffee under glowing neon signs.

Eccentric beachfront promenade famed for bohemian culture and street performers

A vibrant two-mile coastal stretch along Ocean Front Walk pulsing with eclectic street performers, artisanal vendors, vibrant murals, the legendary Muscle Beach outdoor gym, skate park bowl riders, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean surf.