Los 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

  1. The Getty 4.8★ (37,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County 4.8★ (14,000 reviews) · Natural history museum
  3. The Getty Villa 4.8★ (12,000 reviews) · Art museum
  4. Griffith Observatory 4.7★ (18,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Griffith Park 4.7★ (70,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. The Broad 4.7★ (18,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Hollywood Sign 4.6★ (14,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Los Angeles County Museum of Art 4.6★ (21,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. JOEY DTLA 4.8★ (5,300 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker 4.7★ (4,800 reviews) · Cafe
  3. Maccheroni Republic 4.6★ (3,100 reviews) · Italian
  4. The Coffee Company 4.6★ (3,600 reviews) · Cafe
  5. 71Above 4.5★ (2,800 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. République 4.5★ (7,200 reviews) · French
  7. Urth Caffe 4.5★ (5,800 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. Bestia 4.5★ (4,000 reviews) · Italian

Where to drink

  1. Seven Grand 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Bar
  2. Everson Royce Bar 4.5★ (1,100 reviews) · Bar
  3. Frolic Room 4.4★ (972 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  4. Library Bar 4.3★ (984 reviews) · Bar
  5. The Escondite 4.5★ (738 reviews) · Bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Los Angeles?

With 23 notable sights and 20 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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