Things to do in Los Angeles

See L.A. from above at Griffith Park, Take a drive around Palos Verdes Peninsula, Visit Universal Studios Hollywood, Visit Korean Bell of Friendship, Hike the Silver Lake Stairs and many more.

Speaking of entertainment, there is an incessant number of fun things to do in Los Angeles. Whether you are an outdoorsy type soul, a culture vulture, or simply someone who loves to explore the fineries of a city, LA has enough to keep you busy. For instance, if you are a movie buff, then getting a small insight into Hollywood by visiting the Universal Studios Hollywood would be your best call. If you are a beach baby, you can head to El Porto, one of LA’s top-notch surf spots, to ride the waves. Many USA packages include these iconic experiences, making it convenient to explore the best of what LA has to offer.

There are a plethora of activities to do in Los Angeles especially for the art lovers. If you are an art aficionado then you can swing by the County Museum of Art to admire the collection it houses. But, for those that desire stretching their legs in an innate setting amidst nature, Griffith Park can be their dream place.

Right from riding a roller coaster in the Pacific Park to enjoying an array of nature-slanted quasi-educational films, there is no dearth of electrifying things you can do in this sprawling Southern California city. All you have to do is grab your stuff and give into a world of merrymaking.

Activities to Do in Los Angeles

1. See L.A. from above at Griffith Park: What could be more stunning than a 4000 plus-acre park right in the city’s center? Well, the hilly wilderness of the Griffith Park is unparalleled. Thus, one of the most gratifying things to do in Los Angeles is to hike up to the park’s grounds and be amazed by the Downtown’s twinkly lights, the flora, the trails and the coyotes’ howls at night. Do not miss visiting the Griffith Observatory or the Art Deco dome to capture the exceptional views of the city.

Location: 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, 90027, United States

2. Take a drive around Palos Verdes Peninsula: One of the most satisfying things to do in Los Angeles is to take a breezy drive around the ten miles of streets along Palos Verdes Peninsula. The first third of this scenic drive promises you sweeping views of the spectacular, inland real estate blocks. However, the minute you take a round of Point Vicente, this drive transforms dramatically to something else altogether. As you drive past Terranea, you only soak in views of golden-hued bluffs, winding roads and oceanfront hillsides.

3. Visit Universal Studios Hollywood: If you are planning on exploring America’s west coast then do not forget to add a visit to the exemplary Universal Studios Hollywood. Here you get to enjoy Jurassic World –The Ride that lets you survive a whole new epic adventure motivated by the marvelous films. Juliet, the fully interactive Triceratops puppet will impress and blow your mind with an array of revitalized interactive experiences as she walks, breathes, and blinks around the Jurassic Area. Lastly, you can relish a complete Latin-American inspired affair in the Jurassic Café Food and Isla Nu bar by gorging on chorizo, potato empanadas and roasted Mahi Mahi with Mai Tai or Pina Colada.

Location: 100 Universal City Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 91608, United States

Timing: 9 AM – 7 PM

Price:

1 Day general admission: 109 USD - 129 USD ( Online as well as front gate range)

1 Day anytime admission: 133 USD/child and 139 USD/adult

VIP Experience: 369 USD

4. Visit Korean Bell of Friendship: Visiting the beautiful structure of a bronze ball at the Park of Angel’s Gate is one of the most stirring things to do in Los Angeles. The location inside the Park, set out in the midst of a grassy field overlooks the ocean. Therefore, you can come to this spot and enjoy sweeping views of the Catalina Channel and Harbor of Los Angeles. Also, if you have resisted romance for a bit, then you can always have your first date here, by simply lounging with your partner in the grass, or fly a kite in the grassy patch. Another important thing to keep in mind for those that want to hear the bell ring is to plan a trip during New Year’s Eve, or 4th of July, August 15 and during constitution week (September). That is because it is during these 4 events the bell rings, four times every year.

Location: 3601 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731, United States, Los Angeles

Timing: 7 AM – 7 PM

5. Hike the Silver Lake Stairs: There are dozens of outdoor, public stairways scattered around the verdant hillsides of Silver Lake. Thus, you must come here to WPA era staircases that make for a perfect addition for fitness or workout-included tour. As you hike 2.5 miles you get an incredible preview of the extensive stairway network that features Laurel and Hardy’s music steps. There is nothing more therapeutic than participating in a 6.7 mile walk that visits as many as 14 striking stairways in the neighborhood of Silver Lake.

Location: Vendome, St Los Angeles

6. Watch the sunset from El Matador: One of Malibu’s most stunning beaches, El Matador is the perfect place to park on bluffs and saunter down a trail to reach rock towers made of sandstone. You will absolutely love the emerald cove here as well as the coastline’s scenic stretch. It feels surreal to come here and watch the sun go down against the backdrop of big waves lapping against the rocks. Do not miss the moment when the high tide rolls in here.

Location: 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265, United States

Timing: 8 AM – 5PM

7. Stroll at Descanso Gardens: A stroll through Descanso Gardens feels like a walk in paradise. This bounteous botanical garden is enriched with 600 varieties of camellias, meandering paths, woodland streams, a rosarium of 5 acres, a tea house and Japanese Garden. If you are a fervent anthophile, the sight of blooming lilacs, daffodils, tulips, and azaleas, in spring will stir you beyond measure.

Location: 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011, United States

Timing: 9 AM – 7 PM

Price: $15 adults

$11 seniors (65 and older)

$11 students with ID

$5 children (5–12 years old)

Free for children 4 years and younger

8. Visit California Science Center: The California Science Center deserves a visit at least once to view Endeavour, the space shuttle. This final ship that was built to be in the space shuttle program of NASA will give a whole new meaning to your ambition of reaching the stars. In this museum you can come to explore the space and air exhibits that explore human innovation, powered flight and life sciences. You can also visit the Kelp tank here that is populated with an incredible assortment of marine life and 1500 live fishes.

Location: 700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037, United States

Timing: 10 AM – 5 PM

Price: Adult: USD 7.95 · Child: USD 5.75 · Student/Senior: USD 6.95 · School (grades K-12): USD 5.00.

9. Explore Echo Park Lake: Flanked by the hipster neighbors namely Silver Lake, Elysian Valley, Chinatown and Elysian Park the Echo Park Lake is a secret gem that you cannot miss. This lake feels like a natural haven where you can cruise on a photogenic swan boat, take in the indigenous art scene and stroll amidst native plants and wildlife. You must visit this park lake to enjoy the views of lush foliage, swans, wild geese, expansive beds of lotus flowers and to nosh on savory and sweet treats from the Beacon Café

Location: Los Angeles, CA 90026

Price: USD 4 for adults; USD 2 for children; USD 6 per vehicle carrying 8 people

10. Visit Warner Bros. Studio: If you are looking forward to an unforgettable vacation, you need to have an inside look and tour at the Warner Bros Studio. The studio features some of the most outstanding attractions where you get access to interactive exhibits, renowned sound stages and locations of your favorite TV and film shows. Do not miss the two-hour tour that includes a stop at the sets of DC Universe: The Exhibit, and the ever popular sitcom Friends.

Location: 3400 Warner Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, United States

Timing: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Price: 70.35 USD