Situated in Southern Califonia, West coast of USA, Los Angeles is one of the most visited cities throughout the year. The entertainment world’s capital is also known as The City of Angels, and it is home to many famous people in the entertainment industry. Its vibrant nightlife and beautiful sightseeing make LA so attractive to tourists, especially those who have a passion for the entertainment industry. It is one of America’s biggest and most crowded cities, so we must address the elephant in the room. When you come to LA, be prepared to use the car to get almost anywhere and be ready for traffic jams. There’s an event nearly every month somewhere in LA. And LAX airport serves as both a private and commercial airport, with the most considerable number of flights; that’s another reason LA faces traffic congestion. Having your car and having a trustable ground-transportation company in LA is a matter of necessity. Eternity limo chauffeurs are familiar with Los Angeles roads and traffic, providing professional and reliable ground service. A brief disclaimer before continuing to name top-ranked tourist attractions in LA, you will need more than seven days to visit them all. The city has endless options to offer. 

Los Angeles beaches

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Besides having the most beautiful beaches on the West coast, all LA beaches have free access by law. All of them are on public property. However, some of them require parking passes. Parking passes can be tricky to get, having in mind beaches are crowded throughout the year, but arranging a private car is always a good option.

Santa Monica beach

First on the list of Los Angeles beaches is no doubt Santa Monica beach. Its architecture, made in art deco style, resembles beaches in Miami. 

Santa Monica Beach is the perfect choice for a family vacation with one of a kind amusement park pier, which leaves you with enough content to keep kids busy while you enjoy sand and sunset. You also have a comprehensive option for accommodation and places to dine along the coast. The boardwalk continues to Venice beach, the second most attractive beach in LA. 

Venice Beach

Venice Beach is known for its promenade/boardwalk and street performances. The path is filled with artists, performers, vendors, and creative shops and leaves you the impression it is a hippie movement. Venice Beach is visited mainly by young folks looking to have a fun time. Honorable mention, but not as seen, is Venice Beach canal, built to imitate Venice, Italy. Some have small piers; it is the most beautiful view when decorated during Christmas. It is always quiet and peaceful to walk around canals. A unique part of a neighborhood in LA, not to be missed.

Malibu area

Malibu belongs to LA’s county, only 30 minutes away from LAX, rounded by the mountains of Santa Monica and saltwater. Malibu has several beaches ideal for surfing due to its climate; it is known for creating the “perfect waves.” Natural Preserve of Point Dume offers a 360 view of the whole Malibu area. The coastal side of Malibu is home to numerous people from the entertainment world, giving them a veil of privacy and peace. You can easily spend your entire vacation in Malibu and still leave without seeing all of it. 

Amusement parks

Universal Studios

Film studio and amusement park, initially created to offer tours of original film sets and became an amusement park; you can enjoy viewing scenes from famous movies such as Harry Potter, Jurassic park, etc. Besides this, Studio offers three more tours: the Sony tour, the Warner Brothers tour, and the Paramount tour.

Disneyland

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Although noticeably smaller, the west coast Disneyland is as visited and magical as Florida’s Disney World. Disneyland has two parks, the Downtown Disney district, and three Disney resorts, whereas Disney World is somewhere the size of San Francisco city and has more parks, more Disney resorts, and the whole Shopping district; it is massive. But with Disneyland, you don’t have to rent a car to drive you around the resort; you can experience it all in a day and walk from the park to the park, which is more convenient for some visitors. Plus, many Disney fans love the sense of history in Disneyland; Walt Disney created the place; he planned that whole resort and walked down those streets. Disneyland is located in Anaheim, only 30 minutes away from downtown LA. Eternity limo offers car services to and from the resort for affordable rates while keeping it a five-star luxury service.

Hollywood

The Hollywood sign

How can anyone visit Los Angeles and not take photos next to the Hollywood sign? It was created in 1923 as an advertisement for a local real estate agency; it never got taken down due to its recognition. It is best seen from the Griffith Observatory; it is also possible to enjoy the view across the canyon at Lake Hollywood Park, ride up the hill to get a closer look or hike.  

Hollywood walk of fame

Hollywood walk of fame is well known for 2600 stars embedded on the sidewalks of Hollywood Blvd, embedded with names of movie actors, directors, and musicians who became legends of Hollywood film and music history. Popular street can get super crowded, but it is absolutely worth seeing.

Observatories:

OUR skyspace LA – California’s tallest open-air observation facility. With the 42nd-floor sky slide, the brave can enjoy the LA view from the top of the building.

Griffith Observatory was a Christmas gift to LA from an Irish mining mogul. It offers a view of LA downtown and the Hollywood sign and is the largest urban park in the US. Park includes public golf courses, horseback riding trails, an LA zoo, trails for walking, etc. The monument of Griffith Observatory is located on the South of mount Hollywood, with daily sky viewings and monthly exhibits for space lovers. As in most tourist places, parking is limited and can get crowded, especially during the weekend, so booking a private car is the safest and best option to get you there.

LA City Haul is available for public visits Monday through Friday to observe the LA skyline from the last floor. Its architecture is breathtaking.

California science center offers many exciting exhibits but has become popular and frequently visited thanks to the space shuttle exhibition. It’s worth visiting even if you don’t see anything. It is open for public visits and offers free entrance, one more reason why you should put it on your bucket list.

Museums

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Los Angeles County Museum of Art

LACMA is one of the best places to spend hours viewing various exhibits of the art movements from different eras. It is located between the ocean and downtown LA, it has 120 000 objects, making it the largest museum in the western USA.

The Getty Center

The Getty Center is the campus of the Getty Museum, open to the public and known for its architecture and gardens. It’s been closed during the pandemic, you can ride or take a walk up the hill to the museum. The view from the top is fantastic, and the view inside is even more impressive. They have sculptures and changing exhibits on the lower level, while on the upper level they have paintings. 

The History Museum of LA County

Easily the biggest museum of nature on the west side of the coast. It covers a wide range of collections, but it is familiar for its Dinasour collection; if anthropology is something you’re interested in, you can not miss seeing 4,5 billion years of history. 

La Brea Tarpits

Located in Hancock Park, La Brea Tarpits shows outdoor displays of reconstructed fossils from up to 40 000 years ago. It is part of a Family of museums together with The Natural History Museum of LA, Downtown Exposition Park, and William S. Hart Museum. 

Petersen Automotive Museum

Located on Wilshire Blvd, the Petersen Automotive Museum is an architectural masterpiece itself. Spread over four floors, it offers exhibitions of old cars, unusual cars, and vehicles you might see in the future. It is the world’s biggest car museum, and even if you’re not a car industry lover, you will not want to miss visiting this place. 

Museum of Contemporary Arts

It is Contemporary arts museum with 2 locations in LA, one on Grand ave – MOCA Grand and the second in Little Tokyo District in LA – MOCA Geffen. The museum supports future generation artists and embraces the art of our time.  

The Broad

The Broad is another museum of contemporary and postwar art in downtown LA, it offers free entrance for all the visitors but need to be booked in advance due to the high demand for visits. 

Beverly Hills – Rodeo drive

Originally a Spanish ranch, Beverly Hills was founded by a few investors looking to find oil; instead, they found water and decided to develop it into a town. A few decades later, Beverly Hills became a famous upscale place, home to many celebrities, and a luxurious shopping place. Rodeo drive is the main shopping street with renowned designer brands and small private boutiques.

Stadiums

The Hollywood bowl is LA’s amphitheater that hosts famous artists, the place for concerts and shows but is also available for a visit during the day. Right behind it, you can see the Hollywood sign. It includes a small museum, free for visitors, that keeps the story of many legendary artists who performed there since its opening. 

Of course, the Dodger Stadium is best to visit during the season and see the Dodgers game, but even if you visit the stadium during the off-season, you can still purchase a ticket to tour the arena. 

The Original Farmers Market

Created by the Great Depression on the open land of Wilshire Blvd is a market made for vendors and farmers who are selling their products directly to buyers. Nowadays in the Original Farmers Market, you can find anything from food to handmade jewelry, shoes, and bags. It even offers free night concerts on Friday nights in summer. 

Olivera Street – most visited in October during the festival of the Death – “Dia de Los Muertos.” Olivera Street is the historic district of LA; the festival has been happening for 30 years and celebrates life.  

As you can see, Los Angeles has so many exciting things to offer for all ages and different spheres of interest. From car museums to anthropology museums, from amusement parks to sports stadiums. There are so many honorable mentions we haven’t written about, So-Fi stadium, Staples Center, the little Tokyo District, and many more gorgeous sandy beaches. Chances are slim you’ll go back home disappointed, especially if you plan your vacations in advance and make enough time to visit at least half of the list. There are so many pros when comparing LA to any other city in the US, and there is one con – traffic. Make sure you book your car transfers with Eternity limo, and you won’t miss one hour of magical West Coast pearl.