Must-see & hidden gems
Things To Do in LA
From the Hollywood Sign to secret sunset spots — the experiences that make a perfect LA day.
From the Hollywood Sign to secret sunset spots — the experiences that make a perfect LA day.
ParksExposition Park is a historic green space and museum district just south of Downtown LA, anchored by the iconic Rose Garden. It brings together top museums, the LA Memorial Coliseum, and BMO Stadium in one walkable hub.
ParksEcho Park Lake is a scenic urban lake ringed by a walking path, lotus beds, and palm trees, with downtown skyline views and pedal boats on the water. It is a beloved neighborhood gathering spot just minutes from downtown Los Angeles.
ParksThe Silver Lake Reservoir is a pair of scenic urban reservoirs ringed by a popular walking and jogging loop in one of LA's most creative neighborhoods. It offers open water, hillside views, and a relaxed, local vibe away from the tourist crowds.
ParksA bluff-top park at the southern tip of San Pedro with sweeping Pacific views and a historic Victorian lighthouse. It is one of LA's most underrated coastal greens, with grassy lawns, palm-lined paths, and ocean breezes.
ParksA hilltop San Pedro park best known for the ornate Korean Bell of Friendship and panoramic harbor and ocean views. It blends open green space, military-era history, and a striking monument into one breezy coastal stop.
ParksOne of North America's largest urban parks, sprawling across more than 4,000 acres of rugged hills above Los Angeles. It is home to the Griffith Observatory, the LA Zoo, miles of trails, and iconic views of the Hollywood Sign.
ParksOnce the ranch home of cowboy humorist Will Rogers, this hillside park pairs a preserved 1920s ranch house with open lawns, a polo field, and trailheads into the Santa Monica Mountains. It is a rare combination of California history and accessible hiking just minutes from the coast.
ParksPalisades Park is a slender ribbon of green running along the bluff tops above the Santa Monica coast, famous for its palm-lined paths and sweeping ocean sunsets. It is a free, walkable stretch that links the Santa Monica Pier to quiet overlooks high above the beach.
ParksTucked into the rugged Santa Monica Mountains, Malibu Creek State Park spans thousands of acres of oak savanna, volcanic cliffs, and a glassy creek-fed pool. It is one of LA's most cinematic hiking destinations, famous as the longtime filming home of the TV series M*A*S*H.
ParksLake Hollywood Park is a small, grassy hillside park celebrated for offering one of the closest unobstructed views of the Hollywood Sign. It is a relaxed, dog-friendly spot popular with locals for picnics, photos, and golden-hour walks.
ParksBarnsdall Art Park is a hilltop cultural green space in East Hollywood that combines public art programs, galleries, and panoramic city views. It is home to Frank Lloyd Wright's Hollyhock House and a beloved spot for picnics, sunsets, and seasonal wine tastings.
ParksGrand Park is a 12-acre civic green space that rolls downhill from the Music Center to City Hall in the heart of Downtown LA. Its pink chairs, splash-friendly fountain, and skyline views make it a relaxed urban escape and a hub for free community events.
ParksThe Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens sits in the hills of Griffith Park and is home to a wide range of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians alongside thousands of plants. It is one of the city's most popular family outings, blending wildlife exhibits with shaded garden paths.