Guidebook for Los Angeles
Entertainment & Activities
These are great places to go on dates, enjoy regular day in the life activities as some of us locals.
Great to visit during the week. You'll have a pleasant time zipping through the lines to get on the roller coasters .
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Six Flags Magic Mountain
26101 Magic Mountain PkwyGreat to visit during the week. You'll have a pleasant time zipping through the lines to get on the roller coasters .
You can picnic here, rent bikes, Swan boats, listen to live bands, dance, and even play golf.
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Lake Balboa
You can picnic here, rent bikes, Swan boats, listen to live bands, dance, and even play golf.
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaShopping
A movie theater is connected to the mall. Great retail and dining options.
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Northridge Fashion Center
9301 Tampa AveA movie theater is connected to the mall. Great retail and dining options.
Trader Joe's
11114 Balboa Blvd
Walmart
8333 Van Nuys BlvdYou can pick up all your essentials from here.
It's not the biggest mall you'll see while your here, but it has some nice shopping options; and the best part is you won't spend a lot of money.
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Panorama Mall
8401 Van Nuys BlvdIt's not the biggest mall you'll see while your here, but it has some nice shopping options; and the best part is you won't spend a lot of money.
Walgreens
9750 Woodman AveThis is one of the biggest malls located in Los Angeles. It has a ton of luxury stores, dining and other shopping options.
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Westfield Topanga
6600 CA-27This is one of the biggest malls located in Los Angeles. It has a ton of luxury stores, dining and other shopping options.
Food Scene
Looking for some good Mexican food? of course you are! Get some authentic inexpensive Mexican food right down the street.
Los Tres Hermanos Restaurant
9504 Sepulveda BlvdLooking for some good Mexican food? of course you are! Get some authentic inexpensive Mexican food right down the street.
Sabor A Mexico
9501 Van Nuys BoulevardBaskin-Robbins
9502 Sepulveda BlvdEl Pollo Loco
1260 Vine StThe Habit Burger Grill
4770 Lankershim BlvdCalifornia Fish Grill
10378 Sepulveda BoulevardOno Hawaiian BBQ
10394 Sepulveda BoulevardChipotle Mexican Grill
10384 Sepulveda BoulevardDunkin'
10432 Sepulveda BoulevardThe Bear Pit Bar-B-Q Restaurant
10825 Sepulveda BlvdCoco's Bakery Restaurant
13733 Roscoe BlvdOdyssey Restaurant & Events
15600 Odyssey DrStinkin Crawfish of North Hills
9102 Sepulveda BoulevardThe Nickel Mine
11363 Santa Monica BlvdThe ambiance of Yashamiro Hollywood, a restaurant known for fresh-to-order sushi rolls and craft cocktails, is a spectacular night out.
You can drive up to the parking lot, and take in the view, you’ll be rewarded with a glorious overlook of the best of the L.A. area.
Address: 1999 N. Sycamore Ave Hollywood, CA 90068
Yamashiro Hollywood
The ambiance of Yashamiro Hollywood, a restaurant known for fresh-to-order sushi rolls and craft cocktails, is a spectacular night out.
You can drive up to the parking lot, and take in the view, you’ll be rewarded with a glorious overlook of the best of the L.A. area.
Address: 1999 N. Sycamore Ave Hollywood, CA 90068
Sightseeing
I would take advantage of the many hiking paths located all around the Observatory.
Prepare yourself for what could be a longer than expected morning or evening, as there are many paths to choose from going up or coming down from the Observatory.
Either way, you'll be happy you visited here as this is one of the closer points to get a great picture of you with the iconic HOLLYWOOD sign behind you.
Address: 2800 E Observatory Rd, Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdI would take advantage of the many hiking paths located all around the Observatory.
Prepare yourself for what could be a longer than expected morning or evening, as there are many paths to choose from going up or coming down from the Observatory.
Either way, you'll be happy you visited here as this is one of the closer points to get a great picture of you with the iconic HOLLYWOOD sign behind you.
Address: 2800 E Observatory Rd, Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Another viewpoint on Mulholland Drive, Universal City Overlook, offers an incredible view of Universal Studios. Funded by a donation by Universal Studios, take in the San Fernando Valley and Verdugo Hills.
Another 1984 addition to the city in preparation for the 1984 Olympics, Universal City Overlook is a popular spot
Address: 7701 Mulholland Dr, Hollywood Hills
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Universal City Overlook
7701 Mulholland DrAnother viewpoint on Mulholland Drive, Universal City Overlook, offers an incredible view of Universal Studios. Funded by a donation by Universal Studios, take in the San Fernando Valley and Verdugo Hills.
Another 1984 addition to the city in preparation for the 1984 Olympics, Universal City Overlook is a popular spot
Address: 7701 Mulholland Dr, Hollywood Hills
Mulholland Scenic Overlook
8591 Mulholland DrOverlooking the Hollywood area, check out the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Bowl, and downtown Los Angeles. This totally free spot can be accessed by car, however, it is a small parking lot, and Hollywood tours tend to frequent the Bowl Overlook.
If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to see The Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. Check out the coin-operated telescopes, which give an additional perspective. The overlook was originally built in 1984 in preparation for the summer Olympics.
Address: 7036 Mulholland Dr, Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA 90068
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Jerome C. Daniel Overlook above the Hollywood Bowl
7036 Mulholland DrOverlooking the Hollywood area, check out the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Hollywood Bowl, and downtown Los Angeles. This totally free spot can be accessed by car, however, it is a small parking lot, and Hollywood tours tend to frequent the Bowl Overlook.
If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to see The Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. Check out the coin-operated telescopes, which give an additional perspective. The overlook was originally built in 1984 in preparation for the summer Olympics.
Address: 7036 Mulholland Dr, Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA 90068
This overlook is located in Culver City. Highly known for its 360- degree view after climbing up 282 steps that lead to the overlook. You can also avoid the hike by driving to the top and paying a small fee of $2/hour or $6/day.
Though the visitor’s center is currently closed, it is still possible to access the stairs.
Address: 6300 Hetzler Rd, Culver City, CA 0232
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Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook
6300 Hetzler RdThis overlook is located in Culver City. Highly known for its 360- degree view after climbing up 282 steps that lead to the overlook. You can also avoid the hike by driving to the top and paying a small fee of $2/hour or $6/day.
Though the visitor’s center is currently closed, it is still possible to access the stairs.
Address: 6300 Hetzler Rd, Culver City, CA 0232
This park is perfect for hiking and biking. It was also a former Nike-Ajax supersonic anti-aircraft missile launch site from the years 1956-1968.
Beyond history, San Vincente Mountain Park offers a stunning view from the decommissioned radar tower.
Check out the Santa Monica Mountains, the Encino Reservoir and San Fernando Valley, and the Los Angeles Basin from the 360-degree vantage point.
Address: 17500 Mulholland Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049
San Vicente Mountain Park
17500 Mulholland DrThis park is perfect for hiking and biking. It was also a former Nike-Ajax supersonic anti-aircraft missile launch site from the years 1956-1968.
Beyond history, San Vincente Mountain Park offers a stunning view from the decommissioned radar tower.
Check out the Santa Monica Mountains, the Encino Reservoir and San Fernando Valley, and the Los Angeles Basin from the 360-degree vantage point.
Address: 17500 Mulholland Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Kenneth Hahn Recreational Area provides a picture-worthy view of L.A.’s skyline both day and night. The park is also a great place to explore with a plethora of outdoor activities to do. Just $6 a car to enter the park for weekends and holidays only, this park is darn-near free. Enjoy a hike around the lake, plan a barbeque, or sit back and take in the view.
Address: 4100 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90056
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Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area
4100 S La Cienega BlvdKenneth Hahn Recreational Area provides a picture-worthy view of L.A.’s skyline both day and night. The park is also a great place to explore with a plethora of outdoor activities to do. Just $6 a car to enter the park for weekends and holidays only, this park is darn-near free. Enjoy a hike around the lake, plan a barbeque, or sit back and take in the view.
Address: 4100 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90056
Runyon Canyon Park is an urban wilderness with a network of trails. This 160-acre park’s highest point is called Indian Rock, where you can get the best views of L.A. from. Be prepared for a short hike to Indian Rock, as it is the only way to the summit. You might see more than just L.A. skylines while at Runyon Canyon Park; this popular L.A. spot is known to also be great for a celebrity sighting.
Address: 2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
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Runyon Canyon Park
2000 N Fuller AveRunyon Canyon Park is an urban wilderness with a network of trails. This 160-acre park’s highest point is called Indian Rock, where you can get the best views of L.A. from. Be prepared for a short hike to Indian Rock, as it is the only way to the summit. You might see more than just L.A. skylines while at Runyon Canyon Park; this popular L.A. spot is known to also be great for a celebrity sighting.
Address: 2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Echo Park Lake has become a renewed urban oasis with beautiful flowers and a lake you can paddle boat in. Echo Park Lake is also perfect for when the sunsets and the L.A. skyline lights up the night.
On a clear night, the downtown buildings reflect in the water, creating an even more magical effect. Just a ten-minute drive from downtown L.A., it’s easy to dine downtown then take in the view as the night enfolds Los Angeles.
Address: 751 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026
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Echo Park Lake
Echo Park Lake has become a renewed urban oasis with beautiful flowers and a lake you can paddle boat in. Echo Park Lake is also perfect for when the sunsets and the L.A. skyline lights up the night.
On a clear night, the downtown buildings reflect in the water, creating an even more magical effect. Just a ten-minute drive from downtown L.A., it’s easy to dine downtown then take in the view as the night enfolds Los Angeles.
Address: 751 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026
If you want a view that is immersed in the view, head to the 27th floor of L.A. City Hall. The observation deck is free to visit, although only open on weekdays and only until 5 pm. Not truly a night view, this penniless stop will leave you only richer than before after seeing L.A’s historic building. City Hall is also a wonderful visit. Built-in 1928, it was designed to embody “modern America.”
Address: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Los Angeles City Hall
200 N Spring StIf you want a view that is immersed in the view, head to the 27th floor of L.A. City Hall. The observation deck is free to visit, although only open on weekdays and only until 5 pm. Not truly a night view, this penniless stop will leave you only richer than before after seeing L.A’s historic building. City Hall is also a wonderful visit. Built-in 1928, it was designed to embody “modern America.”
Address: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Another Echo Park gem, Vista Hermosa Natural Park, is just over ten acres and offers excellent views of the L.A. skyline from a western vantage point. A great spot to escape the densely populated surroundings, Vista Hermosa Natural Park offers walking paths, waterfalls, and an outdoor amphitheater, among other amenities. Another freebie in L.A., you’ll adore this intimate park that’s an urban oasis.
Address: 100 N Toluca St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
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Vista Hermosa Natural Park, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority
100 N Toluca StAnother Echo Park gem, Vista Hermosa Natural Park, is just over ten acres and offers excellent views of the L.A. skyline from a western vantage point. A great spot to escape the densely populated surroundings, Vista Hermosa Natural Park offers walking paths, waterfalls, and an outdoor amphitheater, among other amenities. Another freebie in L.A., you’ll adore this intimate park that’s an urban oasis.
Address: 100 N Toluca St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Drinks & Nightlife
This is an great place to visit when you want an outdoor setting and prefer to be on a rooftop, besides, isn't that one of the reasons we want to go out while in LA?
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E.P. & L.P.
603 N La Cienega BlvdThis is an great place to visit when you want an outdoor setting and prefer to be on a rooftop, besides, isn't that one of the reasons we want to go out while in LA?
This rooftop is located in the heart of Hollywood with great views and good vibes. This place is always packed to the extent that there’s usually a wait that’s typically worth it. It’s a great place to grab a drink, dinner and conversation.
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Mama Shelter
6500 Selma AveThis rooftop is located in the heart of Hollywood with great views and good vibes. This place is always packed to the extent that there’s usually a wait that’s typically worth it. It’s a great place to grab a drink, dinner and conversation.
The Nickel Mine
11363 Santa Monica Blvd