Los Angeles
Beaches, canyon hikes, taco trucks and neighbourhood-hopping sprawl
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Los Angeles rewards those who treat it as a string of neighbourhoods rather than one city: surf and skate at the beaches, hikes into the canyons, world-class museums on the Westside and some of the best Mexican and Asian food anywhere. Our local picks run from taco trucks and farmers markets to the Getty and a sunset at Griffith Observatory. More hand-picked recommendations are on the way – filter by category and budget below.
Los Angeles at a glance
- Ideal stay: 3 to 5 days
- Best time to visit: March to May and September to November
- Highlights: the beaches, Griffith Observatory and the Getty
- Where to stay: Santa Monica or Venice for the beach, or Hollywood and Los Feliz for the centre
- Local picks: a growing set of hand-chosen tips
- Getting around: a car helps, with the Metro handy for some routes
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How many days do you need in Los Angeles?
Three to five days lets you split time between the beaches, the museums and hikes without spending the whole trip in traffic.
Where is the best area to stay in Los Angeles?
Santa Monica and Venice suit beach days; Hollywood, Los Feliz and Silver Lake put you nearer the nightlife, restaurants and studios.
What are the best things to do in Los Angeles?
Browse the local picks above, from Griffith Observatory and the Getty to the Santa Monica pier, a canyon hike and the taco trucks of East LA.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
Spring and autumn bring warm, clear days without the summer crowds; the weather is mild and sunny most of the year.