Tourism in Los Angeles

The question in Los Angeles is never what to do, but where to begin. The county is home to many famous attractions in a relatively concentrated space. Your choices include...

The question in Los Angeles is never what to do, but where to begin. The county is home to many famous attractions in a relatively concentrated space. Your choices include amusement parks, architectural landmarks, art museums and galleries, beaches, parks, hiking and shopping, to name a few. After the sun goes down, you’ll find there’s an abundance of nightlife options, including movies (of course!), as well as live music and comedy provided by performers both legendary and yet-to-be-discovered. A region of great diversity, you’ll discover a world of culinary adventures. Visit LA INC.’s web site for tips on must-see culinary hot spots.

ARTS and CULTURE
Los Angeles is truly an outstanding city when it comes to art and culture. You could fill weeks exploring the world-famous museums, architectural landmarks, movie theaters and live music venues. The city has been a hotbed for American arts since the 1950s. Today, with the ever growing influence of Hollywood — what other town fuels pop culture more

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BEACHES
L.A. is famous for its beaches. Surely you’ve heard of Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice (aka Muscle Beach) and Long Beach. From the star-studded to the secluded, each beach attracts a different crowd in this diverse metropolis. Lifeguards staff both L.A. county and state beaches during daylight hours.

NIGHTLIFE
There’s certainly no shortage of places to go after the sun sets in this city. Whether you’re looking for the next big comedian or alternative rock band, an undercover celebrity hangout, hip dance club, martini bar, or low-key lounge, you’ll likely find it here.
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OUTDOOR RECREATION
L.A.’s 20-plus beaches are a major draw for visitors and residents alike for surfing, fishing, or a cooling dip on a summer day. There are also plenty of idyllic locations, such as the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, for hiking, trail running and mountain biking throughout the city limits. You can even camp in Malibu Creek State Park, just up the coast.