TripSmithLos Angeles
A curated guide to Los Angeles, United States: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- The Getty 4.8★ (37,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County 4.8★ (14,000 reviews) · Natural history museum
- The Getty Villa 4.8★ (12,000 reviews) · Art museum
- Griffith Observatory 4.7★ (18,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Griffith Park 4.7★ (70,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- The Broad 4.7★ (18,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Hollywood Sign 4.6★ (14,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art 4.6★ (21,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
Where to eat
- JOEY DTLA 4.7★ (4,900 reviews) · Restaurant
- The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker 4.7★ (4,400 reviews) · Cafe
- Maccheroni Republic 4.6★ (3,100 reviews) · Italian
- 71Above 4.5★ (2,800 reviews) · Restaurant
- République 4.5★ (7,200 reviews) · French
- Urth Caffe 4.5★ (5,800 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Perch 4.4★ (7,600 reviews) · French
- The L.A. Cafe 4.3★ (2,300 reviews) · Cafe
Where to drink
- Seven Grand 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Bar
- Everson Royce Bar 4.5★ (1,100 reviews) · Bar
- Frolic Room 4.4★ (967 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- Library Bar 4.3★ (978 reviews) · Bar
- The Escondite 4.5★ (730 reviews) · Bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: The Getty
- Afternoon: Griffith Observatory
- Dinner: JOEY DTLA
- Nightcap: Seven Grand
Day 2
- Morning: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
- Afternoon: Griffith Park
- Dinner: The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker
- Nightcap: Everson Royce Bar
Day 3
- Morning: The Getty Villa
- Afternoon: The Broad
- Dinner: Maccheroni Republic
- Nightcap: Frolic Room
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Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Los Angeles?
With 19 notable sights and 14 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.