Spend a Week in Los Angeles

by Discover Los Angeles  
Nov 7, 2024
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Overview

Welcome (back) to LA! Whether you’re a first-time visitor or looking to plan your next visit soon, here is a 7-day itinerary of suggestions which showcases the iconic sights, sounds and tastes of Los Angeles. 

Hotel Suggestions
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Downtown Los Angeles Proper Hotel

Luxury lifestyle hotel with an iconic rooftop bar.

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Conrad Los Angeles

Heralded by the vision of legendary architect Frank Gehry.

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Fairmont Century Plaza

Set at the core of a city within a city.

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Thompson Hollywood
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Thompson Hollywood

Experience the glamor of Los Angeles.

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Day 1

You arrived to the city of Angels! Your trip officially begins at LAX Airport, the largest international airport on the West Coast of the United States and a major international gateway for the country. 

LAX Arrival
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Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

The primary international airport serving Los Angeles.

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A BASIC GUIDE TO LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX)
Explore Hollywood
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Hollywood Walk of Fame

Look for the stars.

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Hollywood Museum

The official museum of Hollywood.

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Lunch in Hollywood
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Eat This Cafe

Casual counter style dining in an open-air space.

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Superba Food + Bread Hollywood

Fun-loving eatery, serving breakfast to dinner.

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Sunset at the Griffith Observatory
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Griffith Observatory

One of L.A.'s greatest cultural attractions.

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Iconic Dinner
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Mel's Drive-In - Hollywood

A famous 50s-style diner.

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Tam O'Shanter

Exceptional food in a cozy old world atmosphere.

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Day 2
LA LA LAND
Hike to the Hollywood Sign
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Bikes and Hikes LA

Discover LA's hidden gems.

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Lunch Time
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Original Farmers Market

A favorite destination among locals and tourists since 1934.

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The Grove

A premier destination for shopping and dining.

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Explore a Museum Nearby
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Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Devoted to the arts, sciences, and artists of moviemaking.

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La Brea Tar Pits & Museum

Step into an Ice Age adventure.

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Petersen Automotive Museum

Exhibiting over 400 vehicles!

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Los Angeles County Museum Of Art (LACMA)

Largest art museum in the West.

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Sunset at Lake Hollywood Park
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Lake Hollywood Park

Scenic park with views of the Hollywood sign.

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Dinner is Served
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Grandmaster Recorders

A modern restaurant inside the original recording studio.

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Musso & Frank Grill

Classic American fare & martinis.

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Mother Tongue

A cultural movement that celebrates roots while uniting.

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Day 3
Universal Studios
Sightseeing at the Studios
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Universal Studios Hollywood

A fully immersive themed land.

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End the Night at Citywalk
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Universal Citywalk Hollywood

From shopping to dining - a perfect evening in LA.

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Day 4
Rodeo Drive/Santa Monica
Vegan Brunch in LA
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Gracias Madre

Elevated Mexican cuisine with vibrant, plant-based dishes.

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Shopping at Rodeo Drive
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Rodeo Drive

The iconic, palm tree-dotted, luxury fashion street.

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Afternoon Adventures with Big Bus
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Big Bus Los Angeles

See LA's most famous places.

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Santa Monica Pier

World famous destination with breathtaking views.

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Third Street Promenade

Located just steps from the beautiful Pacific Ocean.

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Dinner in Santa Monica
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The Lobster

Veteran restaurant presenting classic seafood.

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Fia Restaurant

A rustic yet refined cuisine.

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Margo's Plant-Based Santa Monica

100% plant-based.

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Day 5
Marina Del Rey/Venice
Visit Marina Del Rey
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City Cruises

No better way to experience a city than on the water.

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Lunch in Marina Del Rey
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Beachside Restaurant & Bar

Marina views & outdoor seating.

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Walk around Venice Beach
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Venice Boardwalk

A two-mile promenade stretching parallel to Venice Beach.

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Venice Canals

Offers a small taste of Europe in California.

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Dinner at Abbot Kinney Boulevard
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Gjelina

Serving locally sourced, produce forward food.

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The Butcher's Daughter - Venice

Bright all-day outpost offering vegetarian & vegan fare.

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Felix Trattoria

Evan Funke’s take on traditional Italian cuisine.

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Day 6
DTLA
Explore Downtown LA
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The Broad

Explore for free world-renowned contemporary art.

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The Music Center's Walt Disney Concert Hall

Home to LA Phil and the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

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Angels Flight® Railway

Los Angeles landmark since 1901.

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Lunch at GCM
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Grand Central Market

Have lunch at the oldest food hall in Los Angeles.

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More Exploring!
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The Last Bookstore

A beloved destination for new and used book lovers.

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ROW DTLA

Downtown LA's creative city within a city.

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Dinner Time
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Baar Baar

Modern Indian cuisine with a chic atmosphere.

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BADMAASH - DOWNTOWN LA

Indian fare with a hip-hop flare.

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Bombay Beach

Indian cuisine with an LA vibe.

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71Above

Modern American cuisine with panoramic views.

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Rooftop Cinema Club (Seasonal)
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Rooftop Cinema Club DTLA

Outdoor movie theater experience in LA.

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Day 7
Last Day in LA
Food Tour (3-4 hours)
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Six Taste Food Tours

LA's highest rated and largest walking food tour company.

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Shop 'til You Drop
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Citadel Outlets

Shop 130 name-brand stores & restaurants, 10 mins from DTLA.

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Dinner at a Rooftop Bar
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AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles

A hacienda-style haven on the 34th floor.

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Perch LA

Glamorous rooftop setting with grand views of the city.

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