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25 things to do in Los Angeles, where to stay, airport transfers, 5 MICHELIN-starred restaurants. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Los Angeles
- Hollywood Walk of Fame — more than 2,700 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars embedded in the sidewalks along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard and three blocks of Vine Street in Hollywood, California (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Dolby Theatre — live entertainment theatre in Los Angeles, California, United States (visit ≈ 20 min)
- The Broad — Free contemporary art museum in a honeycomb-clad Downtown building; Kusama's Infinity Room has its own queue. (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Walt Disney Concert Hall — Frank Gehry's billowing stainless-steel concert hall; its rooftop garden is free to wander. (visit ≈ 40 min)
- La Brea Tar Pits — protected area (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art — art museum in Los Angeles, United States (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Hollywood Bowl — open-air theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Hollyhock House — house in Los Angeles, California (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Hollywood Pantages Theatre — theater and movie theater in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Academy Museum of Motion Pictures — Los Angeles museum dedicated to films and filmmaking (visit ≈ 120 min)
- MacArthur Park — Park in Los Angeles, California (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Wilshire Boulevard Temple — building in Los Angeles, California, United States (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Saint Sophia Cathedral — church (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Hollywood Museum — Film and television history museum (visit ≈ 120 min)
- First Congregational Church of Los Angeles — church in CA , United States (visit ≈ 30 min)
- West Angeles Church of God in Christ — church building in California, United States of America (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Holocaust Museum LA — museum (visit ≈ 120 min)
- First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood — presbyterian church in California (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Earl Carroll Theatre — former theater and TV studio in Hollywood, California, USA (visit ≈ 20 min)
- New Beverly Cinema — movie theater in Los Angeles, California, United States (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Psychiatry: An Industry of Death Museum — anti-psychiatry museum in Los Angeles, California (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Runyon Canyon Park — park in California, United States of America, United States of America (visit ≈ 45 min)
- First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Los Angeles — church in the United States (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Beverly Hills Playhouse — acting school with theaters and training facilities in Beverly Hills, California, and other U. S. cities (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Bronson Canyon — former rock quarry in Los Angeles used as a location for movies and television shows (visit ≈ 45 min)
1-day Los Angeles walking itinerary
Starting point: Downtown. The top 4 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 9.9 km · 13,430 steps · 2 h 12 min on the way): The Broad → Walt Disney Concert Hall → First Congregational Church of Los Angeles → MacArthur Park
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Los Angeles
- Museum of Jurassic Technology — Dark, puzzling little Culver City museum whose odd exhibits blur fact and fiction. (visit ≈ 75 min)
- Lake Hollywood Park — Small hillside park with one of the closest, clearest views of the Hollywood Sign. (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Arts District — Former warehouse district east of Downtown: giant murals, galleries and breweries. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Venice Beach Boardwalk — LA's most colourful seaside promenade, with street performers, a skatepark and Muscle Beach. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Little Tokyo — One of the largest Japanese districts in the US, with the Japanese American National Museum, gardens and small malls. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Bradbury Building — An 1893 office block whose skylit atrium, wrought-iron stairs and cage lifts have starred in many films. (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Hollywood Forever Cemetery — Palm-shaded cemetery with ponds where film stars rest; summer outdoor film screenings are held here. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Olvera Street — Market lane at the city's birthplace with a Mexican-bazaar feel and the city's oldest house, the Avila Adobe. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Angels Flight — Tiny orange two-car funicular climbing Bunker Hill, billed as the world's shortest railway. (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Greystone Mansion and Park — Terraced gardens of a Tudor-style Beverly Hills mansion; free, with views over the city. (visit ≈ 45 min)
Where to stay in Los Angeles
- Downtown: Museums, Grand Central Market and easy metro access.
- Hollywood: The Walk of Fame and nightlife, on metro line B.
- West Hollywood: Sunset Strip bars, restaurants and a lively LGBTQ+ scene.
- Santa Monica: Beach, pier and a walkable centre.
- Silver Lake: A bohemian area of independent cafés and boutiques.
Getting from the airport to Los Angeles
- Los Angeles (LAX): FlyAway bus ≈ 45 min–1 h depending on traffic.
- Hollywood Burbank (BUR): Metrolink train from the airport station ≈ 30 min (infrequent).
Getting around
The city is very spread out; the metro covers some areas but you often need a car or Uber/Lyft. Use a TAP card or phone for the metro.
Classic places to eat
- Philippe the Original: Birthplace of the French dip sandwich, since 1908.
- Musso & Frank Grill: Hollywood’s oldest restaurant, since 1919.
- Langer’s Deli: The legendary pastrami #19 sandwich since 1947.
- Canter’s Deli: A late-night Fairfax deli since 1931.
- Pink’s Hot Dogs: A hot dog stand on La Brea since 1939.
- Grand Central Market: A food hall with dozens of stalls, open since 1917.
- Guelaguetza: Oaxacan cooking in Koreatown, famous for its moles.
- The Apple Pan: Burgers and apple pie at the counter since 1947.
MICHELIN-starred restaurants
Last known stars; check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- Providence — 2 MICHELIN stars, Seafood
- n/naka — 2 MICHELIN stars, Japanese, kaiseki
- Hayato — 2 MICHELIN stars, Japanese
- Kato — 1 MICHELIN star, Taiwanese-inspired, contemporary
- Holbox — 1 MICHELIN star, Mexican seafood
Romantic views
- Griffith Observatory (Sunset): A hilltop over the city lights and the Hollywood sign.
- Santa Monica Pier (Sunset): A Ferris wheel, the ocean and the sunset.
- Venice Canals (Evening): Quiet canals with little bridges and colourful homes.
Football stadiums in Los Angeles
- BMO Stadium: Home of Los Angeles FC
Day trips
- Getty Center — 12 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Los Angeles
- Fine: Carrying open alcohol in the street is banned in most cities.
- Fine: Cannabis remains illegal federally: banned in national parks, airports and across state lines.
- Fine: Declare fruit, vegetables, meat and other food at customs; undeclared items are fined.
- Warning: The drinking age is 21; bars and shops ask for ID.
- Warning: Healthcare is very expensive; get comprehensive travel medical insurance.
- Price tags exclude sales tax, which is added at the till.
Extra rules for California
- Fine: Obey fire bans outdoors during wildfire season.
- Warning: Cannabis is legal for 21+, but banned in public places and where smoking is prohibited.
- Jaywalking is only ticketed when there's immediate danger.
- Shops charge for bags; bring your own.
- Emergency: 911
- Plugs: A/B, 120V
- Tap water: Tap water is safe to drink.
- Tipping: Tipping 18–22% in restaurants is all but mandatory; $1–2 per drink at bars.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection — ESTA, Wikivoyage — United States of America, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Los Angeles travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Los Angeles?
- The top 4 places in the centre take about 1 day at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Add extra days for day trips (Getty Center).
- What are the top things to do in Los Angeles?
- Highlights: Hollywood Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre, The Broad, Walt Disney Concert Hall and La Brea Tar Pits. The map has 25 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Los Angeles?
- Downtown: Museums, Grand Central Market and easy metro access. Other options: Hollywood, West Hollywood, Santa Monica and Silver Lake.
- How do you get from the airport to Los Angeles city centre?
- Los Angeles (LAX): FlyAway bus ≈ 45 min–1 h depending on traffic. · Hollywood Burbank (BUR): Metrolink train from the airport station ≈ 30 min (infrequent).
- How do you get around Los Angeles?
- The city is very spread out; the metro covers some areas but you often need a car or Uber/Lyft. Use a TAP card or phone for the metro.
- Which MICHELIN-starred restaurants are in Los Angeles?
- According to the last known data there are 5 starred restaurants: Providence (2 stars), n/naka (2 stars), Hayato (2 stars), Kato (1 star), Holbox (1 star). Check the MICHELIN Guide before you go.
- What is the emergency number in Los Angeles?
- Emergency: 911.
- Do you tip in Los Angeles?
- Tipping 18–22% in restaurants is all but mandatory; $1–2 per drink at bars.
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