The beachside setting of Los Angeles is ready to explore
Enjoy the area's theater scene, entertainment and museums and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Los Angeles. This city's art, sporting events and shopping draw many visitors. Local cultural sights include Hollywood Bowl and Kia Forum. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Los Angeles
Are you looking for top things to see and do during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Los Angeles a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Universal Studios Hollywood (8.4 mi / 13.4 km)
- Knott's Berry Farm (20.4 mi / 32.9 km)
- Disneyland® Resort (25.5 mi / 41 km)
- Disney California Adventure® Park (25.6 mi / 41.2 km)
- Paramount Studios (4.4 mi / 7.1 km)
- CBS Television City (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Los Angeles
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Los Angeles is a great place to spend some time outside. These are some of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Venice Beach (13.4 mi / 21.5 km)
- Santa Monica Beach (14.4 mi / 23.2 km)
- Pershing Square (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Grand Hope Park (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- MacArthur Park (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
- Los Angeles State Historic Park (1.6 mi / 2.5 km)
Seasonal weather in Los Angeles
If warm-weather activities are high on your list, August, September, July and October are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 74°F.
Transportation options to and around Los Angeles
Fly into Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), the closest airport, located 10 mi (16.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), which is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Cal State Station and Glendale Transportation Center are the main stations in the city. You can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Pershing Square Station, 7th Street - Metro Center Station or Grand Avenue Arts/Bunker Hill Station.