My modest guide for Mid-City local favorites and Los Angeles enlarge

Tal
My modest guide for Mid-City local favorites and Los Angeles enlarge

Entertainment & Activities

World On Wheels is the legendary (and newly reopened) skating rink immortalized in Snoop Dogg's 2011 song "The Way Life Used to Be."
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World on Wheels
4645 Venice Blvd.
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World On Wheels is the legendary (and newly reopened) skating rink immortalized in Snoop Dogg's 2011 song "The Way Life Used to Be."
Cruise down the famed "Sunset Strip" on your way to Beverly Hills or Santa Monica. Have a cocktail next to all the beautiful people at Chateau Marmont or poolside at the Standard Hotel.
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Sunset Strip
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Cruise down the famed "Sunset Strip" on your way to Beverly Hills or Santa Monica. Have a cocktail next to all the beautiful people at Chateau Marmont or poolside at the Standard Hotel.
One of the best places downtown! Only 10 minutes from the cabin. Enjoy Japanese style shopping plazas, restaurants, and museums. Cross Alameda Street and you are in the Arts District full of cafes!
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Little Tokyo
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One of the best places downtown! Only 10 minutes from the cabin. Enjoy Japanese style shopping plazas, restaurants, and museums. Cross Alameda Street and you are in the Arts District full of cafes!
Metro Red Line station, Hollywood Blvd stop. Take Metro to and from downtown Union Station as an alternative to driving to the crowded tourist area where parking can be difficult and expensive.
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Hollywood / Highland station
6815 Hollywood Blvd
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Metro Red Line station, Hollywood Blvd stop. Take Metro to and from downtown Union Station as an alternative to driving to the crowded tourist area where parking can be difficult and expensive.
Shop Rodeo drive, see the famous Beverly Hills sign. Walk around and see this pretty and upscale neighborhood, home to many stars. Lots of designer shopping and nice cafes.
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Beverly Hills
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Shop Rodeo drive, see the famous Beverly Hills sign. Walk around and see this pretty and upscale neighborhood, home to many stars. Lots of designer shopping and nice cafes.
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & fine art gallery.....can you please tell me if you agree? Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very fine gallery space...can you tell please please me if you agree? Our mission is to harness the power of all our differences to create a greater whole. We support strong voices and community. Band of Vices serves as a platform for emerging, mid-career & established contemporary artists that matter. Their discipline includes painting, drawing, mixed media, photography & sculpture and their approach is fearless, thought-provoking & unapologetic. With two exhibition spaces, Band of Vices is one of the leading contemporary art spaces in the burgeoning West Adams Arts District of Los Angeles, founded in 2015 by veteran actor & art curator Terrell Tilford. His first gallery, Tilford Art Group (1999-2010) was launched in New York City, then relocated to Mid-City, Los Angeles. Tilford rebranded the gallery as Band of Vices, and along with partners Darryl E. Wash, Melva Benoit & Melvin A. Marshall, opened their flagship location.
Band of Vices
5351 W Adams Blvd
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & fine art gallery.....can you please tell me if you agree? Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very fine gallery space...can you tell please please me if you agree? Our mission is to harness the power of all our differences to create a greater whole. We support strong voices and community. Band of Vices serves as a platform for emerging, mid-career & established contemporary artists that matter. Their discipline includes painting, drawing, mixed media, photography & sculpture and their approach is fearless, thought-provoking & unapologetic. With two exhibition spaces, Band of Vices is one of the leading contemporary art spaces in the burgeoning West Adams Arts District of Los Angeles, founded in 2015 by veteran actor & art curator Terrell Tilford. His first gallery, Tilford Art Group (1999-2010) was launched in New York City, then relocated to Mid-City, Los Angeles. Tilford rebranded the gallery as Band of Vices, and along with partners Darryl E. Wash, Melva Benoit & Melvin A. Marshall, opened their flagship location.

Parks & Nature

Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, managed by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, includes large areas of native coastal sage scrub habitat, lawns and landscaped areas, picnic sites, tot lots, fishing lake, lotus pond, community center and five miles of trails. There are six restrooms; the community center has four administrative offices and a small meeting room. One of the most actively used features is the park’s variety of footpaths and trails. PARK includes: Four playgrounds One half basketball court One fishing lake Two lighted baseball diamonds One lit multi-purpose field One sand volleyball court One administrative building with a meeting room
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Kenneth Hahn Eyalet Rekreasyon Alanı
4100 S La Cienega Blvd
289 yerel halk öneriyor
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, managed by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, includes large areas of native coastal sage scrub habitat, lawns and landscaped areas, picnic sites, tot lots, fishing lake, lotus pond, community center and five miles of trails. There are six restrooms; the community center has four administrative offices and a small meeting room. One of the most actively used features is the park’s variety of footpaths and trails. PARK includes: Four playgrounds One half basketball court One fishing lake Two lighted baseball diamonds One lit multi-purpose field One sand volleyball court One administrative building with a meeting room
If you want to see coastline, skip Venice and see where the real beauty of Southern California's shores lie. These close in state beaches are a short drive from Santa Monica and are truly beautiful.
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El Matador Plajı
32350 Pacific Coast Hwy
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If you want to see coastline, skip Venice and see where the real beauty of Southern California's shores lie. These close in state beaches are a short drive from Santa Monica and are truly beautiful.

Food scene

One of our nice guests (Louis) went there for breakfast with Levey and they both recommended it to our future guests. I did not yet go there myself as I enjoy my oatmeal at home in most days.
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Honey Bee's House of Breakfast
4715 W Adams Blvd
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One of our nice guests (Louis) went there for breakfast with Levey and they both recommended it to our future guests. I did not yet go there myself as I enjoy my oatmeal at home in most days.
Great place to eat a health salad and then visit the areas around it.
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sweetgreen
8055 W 3rd St
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Great place to eat a health salad and then visit the areas around it.
Great affordable and relatively authentic Cuban food restaurant for those who enjoy this cuisine!
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Versailles Cuban Restaurant
10319 Venice Blvd.
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Great affordable and relatively authentic Cuban food restaurant for those who enjoy this cuisine!
Le Petit Four is a way of life. located perfectly in the center of Sunset Plaza (with free parking!), the enchanting restaurant is a longstanding landmark for locals and travelers alike. With its famous sunflower colored awning and electric blue lettering, it is often seen and featured in films and television as an iconic “LA spot”. While the bustling restaurant boasts excitement both day and night, it is the eclectic Cali-French menu and easy lifestyle that are most alluring. The vast and varied choices of dishes are created in-house in a traditional way, yet delivered in 21st century bistro style. IGNORE IMAGE above / it is incorrect
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Le Petit Four
8654 Sunset Blvd
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Le Petit Four is a way of life. located perfectly in the center of Sunset Plaza (with free parking!), the enchanting restaurant is a longstanding landmark for locals and travelers alike. With its famous sunflower colored awning and electric blue lettering, it is often seen and featured in films and television as an iconic “LA spot”. While the bustling restaurant boasts excitement both day and night, it is the eclectic Cali-French menu and easy lifestyle that are most alluring. The vast and varied choices of dishes are created in-house in a traditional way, yet delivered in 21st century bistro style. IGNORE IMAGE above / it is incorrect
Yogurtland provides self-serve soft-serve frozen yogurt with active cultures. Yogurtland has stores in twenty states in the United States and also several other countries....But most importantly a close location (5 minutes away by car) to where you are being hosted by Lauren, Tal & little Matan
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Yogurtland
310 S La Brea Ave
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Yogurtland provides self-serve soft-serve frozen yogurt with active cultures. Yogurtland has stores in twenty states in the United States and also several other countries....But most importantly a close location (5 minutes away by car) to where you are being hosted by Lauren, Tal & little Matan
Breakfast to dinner menu that ranges a French point of view, with pockets of New American and even Asian influences that appeal to nearly everyone. A bit on the higher scale of $$$ -- check menu online...In many cases expect an outdoor line to wait and be seated.
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Republique
624 S La Brea Ave
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Breakfast to dinner menu that ranges a French point of view, with pockets of New American and even Asian influences that appeal to nearly everyone. A bit on the higher scale of $$$ -- check menu online...In many cases expect an outdoor line to wait and be seated.
An amazing collection of food vendors both old and new. Enjoy BBQ, falafel, pupusas, thai food, and fresh oysters all under one roof in downtown. A personal favorite. http://www.grandcentralmarket.com/
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Grand Central Market
317 S Broadway
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An amazing collection of food vendors both old and new. Enjoy BBQ, falafel, pupusas, thai food, and fresh oysters all under one roof in downtown. A personal favorite. http://www.grandcentralmarket.com/
Some of my fine guests swear it is a very delicious pizza & you can also order by the slice! They occasionally have there some social activities and gatherings...check there website for details...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? https://deliciouspizza.com/
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Delicious Pizza
5419 W Adams Blvd
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Some of my fine guests swear it is a very delicious pizza & you can also order by the slice! They occasionally have there some social activities and gatherings...check there website for details...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? https://deliciouspizza.com/
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very special & authentic french restaurant & bakery...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? Here is some interesting info: Chef Josette LeBlond is the founder of Normandie Bakery, a French bakery and restaurant located in Los Angeles that features a varied menu including popular French dishes and pastries, as well as Pâtés. Discover Chef Josette’s mouth-watering dishes on our website, and by visiting us at Normandie Bakery! ​ Chef Josette LeBlond is the creator of the LA-based Normandie brand, which includes the first fine French Patés manufacturing company in the city, a wholesale bakery that produces over 2,000 baguettes a day and many types of pastries, cakes and bread, as well as a convenient French-Styled Restaurant. ​Looking for the best French restaurant in Los Angeles? You probably found it! https://www.normandiebakery.com/
Chef Josette
3022 Cochran Avenue
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very special & authentic french restaurant & bakery...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? Here is some interesting info: Chef Josette LeBlond is the founder of Normandie Bakery, a French bakery and restaurant located in Los Angeles that features a varied menu including popular French dishes and pastries, as well as Pâtés. Discover Chef Josette’s mouth-watering dishes on our website, and by visiting us at Normandie Bakery! ​ Chef Josette LeBlond is the creator of the LA-based Normandie brand, which includes the first fine French Patés manufacturing company in the city, a wholesale bakery that produces over 2,000 baguettes a day and many types of pastries, cakes and bread, as well as a convenient French-Styled Restaurant. ​Looking for the best French restaurant in Los Angeles? You probably found it! https://www.normandiebakery.com/
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic Israeli (Middle Eastern) yummy food place...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? LOCATED IN THE HEART OF WEST ADAMS, THE SECOND ITERATION OF MIZLALA IS A FRESH TAKE ON THE NEIGHBORHOOD MEDITERRANEAN GRILL COMPLETE WITH BUILD YOUR OWN PICKLE BAR, BEER AND WINE, AND AN EXPANSIVE OUTDOOR PATIO
46 yerel halk öneriyor
Mizlala West Adams
5400 W Adams Blvd
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Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic Israeli (Middle Eastern) yummy food place...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? LOCATED IN THE HEART OF WEST ADAMS, THE SECOND ITERATION OF MIZLALA IS A FRESH TAKE ON THE NEIGHBORHOOD MEDITERRANEAN GRILL COMPLETE WITH BUILD YOUR OWN PICKLE BAR, BEER AND WINE, AND AN EXPANSIVE OUTDOOR PATIO
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & fine wine place.....can you please please tell me if you agree? About Adams Wine Shop Adams Wine Shop is a specialty boutique wine shop focusing on wine produced by women and BIPOC, wherever they may be in the world. The shop is headed by Certified Sommelier Ruben Morancy, who has worked in many aspects of the beverage industry, from restaurants to wineries to retail. Formerly the wine director at Coi in San Francisco, Ruben is developing a program of both special occasion wines, as well as delicious wines under $30 per bottle for everyday drinking.
9 yerel halk öneriyor
Adams Coffee Shop
5357 W Adams Blvd
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Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & fine wine place.....can you please please tell me if you agree? About Adams Wine Shop Adams Wine Shop is a specialty boutique wine shop focusing on wine produced by women and BIPOC, wherever they may be in the world. The shop is headed by Certified Sommelier Ruben Morancy, who has worked in many aspects of the beverage industry, from restaurants to wineries to retail. Formerly the wine director at Coi in San Francisco, Ruben is developing a program of both special occasion wines, as well as delicious wines under $30 per bottle for everyday drinking.
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic Custom Cakes, Cupcakes, Cookies, Cake pops and other sugar arts place...can you tell please please me if you agree?
Luna's Cakes
5372 W Adams Blvd
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic Custom Cakes, Cupcakes, Cookies, Cake pops and other sugar arts place...can you tell please please me if you agree?
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & yummy sandwich...can you please please tell me if you agree? While the name says a lot, it doesn’t tell the whole story. From traditional Danish flavors to elevated American fare, you will find something for everyone at Open Face Food Shop. Simply put, chef Lene Houck creates amazing menus using farm fresh, seasonal ingredients in modern, inventive pairings. Lene and her husband Mark hope that their neighbors and friends will enjoy both the food she’s lovingly created and the welcoming atmosphere surrounding it.
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Open Face Food Shop
5577 W Adams Blvd
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Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & yummy sandwich...can you please please tell me if you agree? While the name says a lot, it doesn’t tell the whole story. From traditional Danish flavors to elevated American fare, you will find something for everyone at Open Face Food Shop. Simply put, chef Lene Houck creates amazing menus using farm fresh, seasonal ingredients in modern, inventive pairings. Lene and her husband Mark hope that their neighbors and friends will enjoy both the food she’s lovingly created and the welcoming atmosphere surrounding it.
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & yummy taco place...can you please please tell me if you agree? Specialties Bee Taqueria is a taco shop that focuses on the true flavors of Mexico. Chef Alex Carrasco hails from Mexico City and focuses on what he grew up eating. Expect handmade tortillas, crunchy shrimp tacos, fresh ceviche and much more. History Established in 2019. Chef Alex Carrasco created Bee Taqueria with a vision to explore the various cultures of Mexican cuisine. He decided to open up a humble taco shack that focused on true Mexican cuisine with ingredients and a style that reflected his elevated culinary background. You can witness that first hand by getting a reservation for his taco omakase. It changes often with the season but expect a 5-6 course menu of carefully sourced ingredients and flavors. Book your table on Resy.
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Bee Taqueria
5754 W Adams Blvd
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Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very authentic & yummy taco place...can you please please tell me if you agree? Specialties Bee Taqueria is a taco shop that focuses on the true flavors of Mexico. Chef Alex Carrasco hails from Mexico City and focuses on what he grew up eating. Expect handmade tortillas, crunchy shrimp tacos, fresh ceviche and much more. History Established in 2019. Chef Alex Carrasco created Bee Taqueria with a vision to explore the various cultures of Mexican cuisine. He decided to open up a humble taco shack that focused on true Mexican cuisine with ingredients and a style that reflected his elevated culinary background. You can witness that first hand by getting a reservation for his taco omakase. It changes often with the season but expect a 5-6 course menu of carefully sourced ingredients and flavors. Book your table on Resy.
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very special & authentic place to enjoy yourself & eat someting yummy...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? Here is some interesting info: Located in Los Angeles’ historic West Adams neighborhood, Alta Adams is designed to be an inclusive setting, serving comforting food and great cocktails in a lively setting. Alta Adams’ culinary vision is led by chefs Keith Corbin and Daniel Patterson. They met during the opening of the original LocoL in Watts and worked together for four years, both at LocoL and then later at Alta Group restaurants in the Bay Area. With the opening of Alta Adams, Corbin returned to Los Angeles, introducing his distinct interpretation of soul food that draws the connection between traditional West African food and California cuisine. The menu they created together fuses the Southern flavors and dishes Corbin grew up eating and preparing alongside his grandmother with a vibrant aesthetic and produce-driven approach. Offerings include black eye pea fritters, a candied yams with spiced pecans, and braised oxtails — each composed to encourage sharing. Our bar program features a thoughtfully curated wine list, beer, and cocktails with an emphasis on local ingredients. Cocktails include the Lunchbox with peanuts, butter-washed whiskey, huckleberry + Aperol and Through the Grapevine with vodka, concord grapes, tarragon and Burma Tonic. Alta Adams is dedicated to cultivating an equitable environment that celebrates inclusivity and empowers rising culinary talent, while serving delicious food that brings communities together. https://altaadams.com/
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Alta
5359 W Adams Blvd
45 yerel halk öneriyor
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very special & authentic place to enjoy yourself & eat someting yummy...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? Here is some interesting info: Located in Los Angeles’ historic West Adams neighborhood, Alta Adams is designed to be an inclusive setting, serving comforting food and great cocktails in a lively setting. Alta Adams’ culinary vision is led by chefs Keith Corbin and Daniel Patterson. They met during the opening of the original LocoL in Watts and worked together for four years, both at LocoL and then later at Alta Group restaurants in the Bay Area. With the opening of Alta Adams, Corbin returned to Los Angeles, introducing his distinct interpretation of soul food that draws the connection between traditional West African food and California cuisine. The menu they created together fuses the Southern flavors and dishes Corbin grew up eating and preparing alongside his grandmother with a vibrant aesthetic and produce-driven approach. Offerings include black eye pea fritters, a candied yams with spiced pecans, and braised oxtails — each composed to encourage sharing. Our bar program features a thoughtfully curated wine list, beer, and cocktails with an emphasis on local ingredients. Cocktails include the Lunchbox with peanuts, butter-washed whiskey, huckleberry + Aperol and Through the Grapevine with vodka, concord grapes, tarragon and Burma Tonic. Alta Adams is dedicated to cultivating an equitable environment that celebrates inclusivity and empowers rising culinary talent, while serving delicious food that brings communities together. https://altaadams.com/
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very special & authentic place to enjoy yourself & eat breakfast, lunch and coffee...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? Here is some interesting info: Specialties Vees Cafe provides fresh dinning with big smiles. There is nothing better than to have the right environment and the right food to have a great time with your friends and family. History Established in 2008. A group of friends gave life to their vision. https://www.veescafe.net/
49 yerel halk öneriyor
Vees Cafe
5418 W Adams Blvd
49 yerel halk öneriyor
Some of my very esteemed & fine guests swear it is a very special & authentic place to enjoy yourself & eat breakfast, lunch and coffee...can you PLEASE PLEASE tell me if you agree? Here is some interesting info: Specialties Vees Cafe provides fresh dinning with big smiles. There is nothing better than to have the right environment and the right food to have a great time with your friends and family. History Established in 2008. A group of friends gave life to their vision. https://www.veescafe.net/

Grocery Store

Great grocery store in Culver City. You can buy there healthy ready made foods to go and then visit in the area around where you can find bars, restaurants and more.
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Trader Joe's
6150 Slauson Ave
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Great grocery store in Culver City. You can buy there healthy ready made foods to go and then visit in the area around where you can find bars, restaurants and more.
This grocery store has healthier options for those that are willing to pay a small premium. In this shopping complex you can find Target and an Arts and Crafts store.
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Sprouts Farmers Market
915 N La Brea Ave
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This grocery store has healthier options for those that are willing to pay a small premium. In this shopping complex you can find Target and an Arts and Crafts store.

Sightseeing

A great museum in Los Angeles. Wonderful permanent collection, beautiful architectural building. In Old Town Pasadena.
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Norton Simon Müzesi
411 W Colorado Blvd
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A great museum in Los Angeles. Wonderful permanent collection, beautiful architectural building. In Old Town Pasadena.
World class museum. Enjoy live jazz on the lawn in the summer and make sure to bring a picnic.
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Los Angeles County Sanat Müzesi
5905 Wilshire Blvd
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World class museum. Enjoy live jazz on the lawn in the summer and make sure to bring a picnic.
Free on Thursday after 5PM. Best to call in advance and confirm this.
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The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
152 N Central Ave
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Free on Thursday after 5PM. Best to call in advance and confirm this.
Less crowded then many similar places, Descanso is a lovely place to enjoy the day. Boasts the largest Camellia collection in North America, Japanese Garden, Roses, fun for kids!
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Descanso Bahçeleri
1418 Descanso Dr
238 yerel halk öneriyor
Less crowded then many similar places, Descanso is a lovely place to enjoy the day. Boasts the largest Camellia collection in North America, Japanese Garden, Roses, fun for kids!
Drive or hike up to this Los Angeles Icon and enjoy expansive views of the city and the Hollywood Sign.
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Griffith Observatory station
64 yerel halk öneriyor
Drive or hike up to this Los Angeles Icon and enjoy expansive views of the city and the Hollywood Sign.

Drinks & Nightlife

Pretty and upscale. Have a cocktail at the iconic Chateau Marmont.
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Chateau Marmont
8221 Sunset Blvd
353 yerel halk öneriyor
Pretty and upscale. Have a cocktail at the iconic Chateau Marmont.
Cocktails & shared plates are served at this lively gay lounge with outdoor terraces & dance floor. Address: 692 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
471 yerel halk öneriyor
The Abbey
692 N Robertson Blvd
471 yerel halk öneriyor
Cocktails & shared plates are served at this lively gay lounge with outdoor terraces & dance floor. Address: 692 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Cocktails & shared plates are served at this lively gay lounge with outdoor terraces & dance floor. Address: 692 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
471 yerel halk öneriyor
The Abbey
692 N Robertson Blvd
471 yerel halk öneriyor
Cocktails & shared plates are served at this lively gay lounge with outdoor terraces & dance floor. Address: 692 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069