If you walk along the river path you will encounter Oso Park, Egret Park, Steelhead Park, Elysian Valley Gateway Park, Marsh Park, and Rattlesnake Park. Mehr erfahren.
As L.A.'s largest historical monument, it represents the untamed qualities of the West--canyons, river plains, caves, low-lying slopes--and provides the 1 thing hard to come by in most cities, space. Mehr erfahren.
With panoramic views over the eastern end of the San Fernando Valley and plenty of tree shade, Brace Canyon Park is a convivial gathering spot and recreation area. Mehr erfahren.
The trails are fun for hikers as well as for equestrians. The terrain varies, and at various points one may encounter a stretch of the old racetrack, paved roads, dirt roads and official trails. Mehr erfahren.
This 37-acre park features an amphitheater, picnic and barbeque areas, a children’s playground and stunning vistas of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. Mehr erfahren.
Enjoy some fine art with your sunny weather: this museum houses the world’s largest collection of works by 19th-century French satirist Honoré Daumier, as well as Van Gogh’s Hospital at Saint-Rémy. Mehr erfahren.
Opened in 2008 - the 50th anniversary of the Grammy Awards. Dozens of exhibits spread over 4 floors, celebrating music ranging from rock, country, R&B, classical, Latin to jazz. ~Daina Beth Solomon Mehr erfahren.
Admission is FREE on Thursday evenings, 5-8pm, plus all day on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Go Metro for a 10% discount at Chado Tea Room! Mehr erfahren.
Top Dining Options: WP24 on the 24th floor of the adjacent Ritz-Carlton tower; Yard House and LA Market are both located within L.A. Live, adjacent to the Staples Center. Mehr erfahren.
Good spot for many activities, including rock climbing and scuba diving. This was Cheap Date Idea #10 on my blog. Mehr erfahren.
The Santa Monica Beach Bike Path extends from Will Rogers State Beach, at its northern terminus, south through Venice and Marina Del Rey to the bridge that crosses Ballona Creek. Mehr erfahren.
Resembling a gracious private residence built in the classic Renaissance style, featuring 193 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites and 16 gloriously comfortable detached Garden Villa Suites. Mehr erfahren.
Ever wonder where in L.A. you can find archery, a place to fly your model airplane, cricket fields, wildlife, a man-made lake, and Japanese gardens, all in the same general vicinity? It's all here! Mehr erfahren.
Free every Thursday from 5-8pm! Also check out MOCA at the Geffen and at the Pacific Design Center. Still one of the of the best collections, curatorial controversies nothwithstanding! Mehr erfahren.