Los Angeles Dream
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Sarah Williams
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Los Angeles Dream

Hollywood Glamour & Beach Culture

6 day tripUSA
Hollywood
Santa Monica
Malibu
Venice
Downtown LA
Day 1

Hollywood Dreams & Griffith Park

Hollywood

Experience the magic of Hollywood with iconic landmarks, historic movie palaces, and stunning views of the city from Griffith Observatory.

Today's Schedule

Hollywood Walk of Fame
9:00 AM
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Hollywood Walk of Fame

1.5 hours
TCL Chinese Theatre & Handprints
11:00 AM

TCL Chinese Theatre & Handprints

45 minutes
Lunch at Musso & Frank Grill (Hollywood's Oldest)
12:00 PM
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Lunch at Musso & Frank Grill (Hollywood's Oldest)

1.5 hours
Hollywood Museum or Madame Tussauds
2:00 PM

Hollywood Museum or Madame Tussauds

1.5 hours
Hike to Hollywood Sign (Griffith Park Trail)
4:00 PM
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Hike to Hollywood Sign (Griffith Park Trail)

2 hours
Griffith Observatory Sunset Views
6:30 PM
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Griffith Observatory Sunset Views

2 hours
Dinner & Drinks at Yamashiro
9:00 PM

Dinner & Drinks at Yamashiro

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Nelson Ndongala on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Marius Kriz on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Diane Picchiottino on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
In-N-Out Burger (Animal Style)Pink's Hot DogsTacos at Guerrilla Tacos
Must Visit
Hollywood Walk of FameTCL Chinese TheatreHollywood SignGriffith Observatory
Day 2

Santa Monica Pier & Beach Life

Santa Monica

Enjoy the quintessential California beach experience at Santa Monica Pier, bike along the oceanfront path, and shop the famous Third Street Promenade.

Today's Schedule

Santa Monica Pier & Pacific Park
9:00 AM
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Santa Monica Pier & Pacific Park

2 hours
Bike Ride Along the Beach Path to Venice
11:30 AM
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Bike Ride Along the Beach Path to Venice

1.5 hours
Lunch at The Lobster on the Pier
1:00 PM
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Lunch at The Lobster on the Pier

1.5 hours
Third Street Promenade Shopping
3:00 PM
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Third Street Promenade Shopping

2 hours
Palisades Park Sunset Walk
5:30 PM

Palisades Park Sunset Walk

1 hour
Dinner at Boa Steakhouse or Ivy at the Shore
7:00 PM
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Dinner at Boa Steakhouse or Ivy at the Shore

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
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Moment 2
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Moment 3
Photo by John Maldonado on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Fish TacosAçaí Bowl at KreationSeafood at The Lobster
Must Visit
Santa Monica PierPacific ParkThird Street PromenadePalisades Park
Day 3

Malibu Coast & Getty Villa

Malibu

Drive the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, discover world-class art at the Getty Villa, and enjoy Malibu's celebrity beaches and farm-to-table dining.

Today's Schedule

Getty Villa (Ancient Greek & Roman Art)
9:00 AM

Getty Villa (Ancient Greek & Roman Art)

3 hours
Pacific Coast Highway Scenic Drive
12:30 PM
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Pacific Coast Highway Scenic Drive

45 minutes
Lunch at Nobu Malibu
1:30 PM
Photo by Max Griss on Unsplash

Lunch at Nobu Malibu

1.5 hours
Zuma Beach or El Matador State Beach
3:30 PM

Zuma Beach or El Matador State Beach

2.5 hours
Malibu Pier & Farm Sunset
6:30 PM
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Malibu Pier & Farm Sunset

1.5 hours
Dinner at Malibu Farm Pier Café
8:30 PM

Dinner at Malibu Farm Pier Café

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Marc Snailum on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by litoon dev on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Juan Domenech on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Nobu Black Cod MisoMalibu Farm Cauliflower PizzaFresh Oysters
Must Visit
Getty VillaZuma BeachEl Matador BeachMalibu Pier
Day 4

Venice Beach & Abbot Kinney

Venice Beach

Experience Venice's legendary boardwalk culture, explore the charming canals, and shop the trendy boutiques of Abbot Kinney Boulevard.

Today's Schedule

Venice Boardwalk & Street Performers
9:00 AM
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Venice Boardwalk & Street Performers

2 hours
Muscle Beach & Skate Park
11:30 AM
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Muscle Beach & Skate Park

1 hour
Brunch at Gjelina
12:30 PM

Brunch at Gjelina

1.5 hours
Venice Canals Walk
2:30 PM
Photo by David Vives on Unsplash

Venice Canals Walk

1.5 hours
Abbot Kinney Boulevard Shopping & Galleries
4:30 PM

Abbot Kinney Boulevard Shopping & Galleries

2.5 hours
Sunset at Venice Beach
7:30 PM
Photo by Nick Möllenbeck on Unsplash

Sunset at Venice Beach

1 hour
Dinner at Felix Trattoria or The Rose
9:00 PM

Dinner at Felix Trattoria or The Rose

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Marc Snailum on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by litoon dev on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by John Maldonado on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Gjelina VegetablesSalt & Straw Ice CreamIntelligentsia Coffee
Must Visit
Venice BoardwalkVenice CanalsAbbot Kinney BlvdMuscle Beach
Day 5

Downtown Arts & Culture

Downtown LA

Discover LA's cultural renaissance in Downtown - world-class museums, historic architecture, vibrant food markets, and the city's best rooftop bars.

Today's Schedule

The Broad Museum
9:00 AM
Photo by Harsh on Unsplash

The Broad Museum

2 hours
Walt Disney Concert Hall Architecture Tour
11:30 AM
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Walt Disney Concert Hall Architecture Tour

1 hour
Grand Central Market Lunch
1:00 PM
Photo by Hudson Thomas on Unsplash

Grand Central Market Lunch

1.5 hours
Angels Flight Railway & Bunker Hill
3:00 PM

Angels Flight Railway & Bunker Hill

30 minutes
Arts District Walk & Street Art
4:00 PM
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Arts District Walk & Street Art

2 hours
Rooftop Drinks at Perch or Spire 73
6:30 PM
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Rooftop Drinks at Perch or Spire 73

1.5 hours
Farewell Dinner at Bestia or Majordomo
8:30 PM

Farewell Dinner at Bestia or Majordomo

2.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Luise and Nic on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by litoon dev on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by John Maldonado on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Eggslut at Grand Central MarketKorean BBQ in KoreatownBestia Pasta
Must Visit
The BroadWalt Disney Concert HallGrand Central MarketArts District

Extend Your Journey

Disneyland Resort
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Disneyland Resort

45min from Downtown LA
Universal Studios Hollywood
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Universal Studios Hollywood

20min from Hollywood
Joshua Tree National Park
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Joshua Tree National Park

2.5h from LA
San Diego
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San Diego

2h from LA

Frequently Asked Questions about Los Angeles Dream

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