Top 15 Things To Do In Los Angeles
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11 The Page Museum
The Page Museum is located close to its major supplier, the tar
pits. The museum is home to an array of mammoths, saber-toothed
cats and many other ice age beasties. Some were feathered, most
were tarred, no doubt a few people have ended up the same way. One
of the pit falls is, if you try hard enough, you can still fall
into the bubbling tar pits – please don’t.
If you arrive at the right time you might see the museum’s
staff collecting fossils. One of the pits is periodically open for
excavation and a fossil laboratory is viewable through a glass window.
12 (34) The Santa Monica Pier
Have some fun on the Santa Monica Pier. Apart from the great views
and a ride on the coaster there are events and goings on to go on.
The beautiful Santa Monica Pier is all about entertainment, dining
and shopping. Look to Pacific Park for a fast ride or a slow turn
on the historic 1922 Carousel. If you would prefer to be close to
nature visit Santa Monica Pier interactive aquarium. If none of
that appeal just go for a walk along the planks of the Pier and
enjoy lively street performers - from musicians to artists. If all
that fails look to the heavens for some of the best sunsets California
has to offer.
The Santa Monica Pier is open 365 days a year and it doesn't cost
a cent as long as you don't 'do' anything other than walking and
looking.
13 (35) Zuma Beach
You will find the beautiful long wide white sands of Zuma Beach
in Malibu. If you travel to Zuma Beach from LA you get journey and
the destination. The drive down the Pacific Coast Highway will allow
you to see some gorgeous Southern California scenery before you
even arrive at this stunning beach.
Zuma Beach has a starry past appearing in movies like "Planet
of the Apes". It can usually be relied upon for excellent surf
conditions and is a favored by the world’s best surfers. If
you feel the urge to exercise you can head for the cliff at Point
Dume. At the top you will be rewarded with beautiful and breathtaking
view of the ocean. You could also try your hand at Volleyball as
there are courts situated on the beach.
14 Sony Pictures Studios Tour
If you take the Sony Pictures Studios Tour you will be taken back
to a legendary time in the movie business. Located on one of the
world's most famous studio lots, the walking tour gives you a rare
glimpse of old Hollywood's glory days and an insider's view of a
state-of-the-art motion picture studio. Sony appears to work a little
harder with their tour guides to make the tour a truly memorable
experience. On any tour it helps if the guide is interested and
wants you to enjoy the experience. No guarantee, everybody has a
bad day but Sony tries hard to ensure they aren’t frequent.
Sony Pictures allows you take pictures with props and costumes
to help capture a few memories as well as providing some free memorabilia
when the tour is done.
15 Rodeo Drive
You will find Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills on the west side of
the Los Angeles metropolitan area. It has no cowboys or cowgirls
to speak of, not even a cow unless you are very unlucky. This is
shopping, watching, people country – ye-ha! Allow an hour
or two for people-watching and window-shopping, more if you plan
to dine or buy something. You will soon realize that his world famous
three block long stretch of Los Angeles' shops and boutiques is
a little pricey. In fact, Rodeo Drive is widely considered to be
one of the most expensive shopping districts in the world.
Rodeo Drive is popular all year long but less so on weekdays. Best
time to visit is in the evening during the build up to Christmas.
Lights and flowers decorate the streets and the stores put on roh-DAY-oh
show to remember. The Drive pretty much closes on Sundays. If you
are around on Father's Day you might enjoy the free vintage car
show.
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