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Los Angeles Regions

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The City of Los Angeles consists of many distinct regions, full of vibrant neighborhoods with a wide range of available activities. The fact sheets and videos included within each section provide a scope of the unique experiences available for your event and attendees. The incredible diversity of geography, cultures, attractions, hotels and restaurants means that Los Angeles truly offers something for everyone.

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DOWNTOWN

Experience Downtown Los Angeles with a meeting & event package unlike any other. Downtown LA features world-class live entertainment, sports, culture, and dining that deliver an experience—first meeting. With thousands of hotel rooms in walking distance of the most exciting event venues, beautiful weather in all seasons, and unmatched accessibility, Downtown LA offers a vibrant, dynamic and authentic setting that captures the true spirit of the city while driving higher attendance, deeper engagement, and lasting impressions. VIRTUAL TOUR

BEACH
CITIES & LAX GATEWAY

The Beach Cities offer convenience, character and connection. This laid-back coastal region blends relaxed lodging with vibrant dining, shopping, and scenic coastlines for recreation. With easy access to sports and entertainment venues, near-perfect weather, and proximity to LAX, the location is as practical as it is picturesque. Every visit to the Beach Cities & LAX Gateway area feels like a true escape, authentic, effortless, and uniquely Southern California. VIRTUAL TOUR

The Strand at Redondo Beach Pier
The Strand at Redondo Beach Pier | Photo: Visit Redondo
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HOLLYWOOD

Elevate meetings and events into red carpet affairs. Tinseltown glamour starts with the TCL Chinese Theatre and nearby Hollywood Walk of Fame, which has honored celebrities for over 50 years. The state-of the-art Dolby® Theatre™ at the Hollywood & Highland Center is home to the Academy Awards. Universal Studios Hollywood™ theme park serves as the perfect backdrop to events of all types, and the iconic Hollywood Bowl outdoor amphitheater nestled in the mountains is unforgettable for staged events. VIRTUAL TOUR

THE VALLEY

On the other side of the hill, Los Angeles opens up to a place that invites you to slow down without missing a beat. This is the Valley—where meetings feel fresh, where venues are authentic yet polished, and where curb appeal is plentiful. From casual, cost-effective spaces to sleek hotels and modern conference centers, the Valley blends the energy of LA’s legacy with the excitement of future growth. All under the glow of year-round sunshine—and just far enough from the rush to feel like a retreat

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WESTSIDE

The Westside is Los Angeles at its most upscale and glamorous. Many of LA’s most acclaimed, luxurious hotels can be found on the Westside, which boasts a wide variety of meeting and event venues for flawless events. Where world-class dining, luxury shopping, championship golf, and a thriving cultural scene meet the pulse of entertainment, innovation, and global healthcare. Seamlessly connected through the new Metro expansion. VIRTUAL TOUR

South Los Angeles

SOUTH LOS ANGELES

A historic region encompassing two dozen neighborhoods south of Downtown Los Angeles, the roots of South Los Angeles date back to the early 20th century. Rich in culture, music, art, and food—and intrinsic to the evolution of hip-hop and jazz—the 50 square miles formerly known as South Central immerse visitors in a multicultural urban tapestry, reflected in its diverse cuisine, world-class museums, and globally recognized historic sites.

Virtual Tour

Explore LA in Virtual Reality

Take a walking tour of downtown, ride the Metro to Hollywood and see inside some of our premier venues like Universal Studios Hollywood.