Top 5 Things To Do In Los Angeles
What to do in Los Angeles?
1 The Getty Center
The Getty Center museum is world-class and it is free.
Fabulous art collections, wide ranging exhibits, stunning modern
white architecture, great views, gorgeous gardens, grand sculptures
and even free tours. The Getty Center in Los Angeles presents the
Getty's collection of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present
against a backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens and
breathtaking views. European paintings, drawings, manuscripts, sculpture
and decorative arts, and European and American photographs.
The museum has 'ran out of time' stamped all over
it so arrive early and don't plan to leave at least until after
lunch - which you can bring with you if you wish. The museum boasts
a wide selection of art from different periods and genres.
Worthwhile doing some research before you arrive so you can decide
on what to see first. Alternatively a tour might help. The attractions
are almost as numerous as the number of people milling about. Queuing
should be mostly about food (another reason to bring your own).
2 The stars baby - the stars (The Hollywood Walk
Of Fame)
 A
fallen star? There are a few but then again, too few to mention
One look down at the sidewalk at these world famous
gold/bronze stars and there is no mistaking where you are. In some
ways this has to be the worlds greatest landmark - being so close
to the ground. The bronze-inlaid stars commemorate some of the most
famous individuals on the planet. From The Beatles to the LAPD.
Like an over enthusiastic teacher, the Walk of Fame gives a star
to everybody who was somebody sometime. You can't go past Mae West,
Dorothy Dandridge, Anna Mae Wong and Dolores Del Rio so start off
with the girls and get walking.
There are almost as many Hollywood stars in the pavement
as there are in the Milkyway - not even close of course but it is
a hike. They don't call Hollywood the star factory for nothing.
You'll find most of the super novas between La Brea to Vine. It
might also be wise to include this as part of a Los Angeles tour.
Celebrities are added frequently, so checkout the
Chamber of Commerce website (next page) to see if you can catch
one of the actual ceremonies and witness a new star being stepped
on.
3 Universal Studios Hollywood
 Universal
- The Jurassic Sized Park
The biggest movies, Hollywood's greatest secrets,
thrilling rides, at Universal Studios in Hollywood. you are in the
"Entertainment Capital of L.A."
Some say Universal Studios Hollywood is showing its
age. Maybe its character is showing abit and maybe it doesn’t
compare to Disneyland. But then its not suppose to be Disneyland
- there already is one. The studio tour gets a tick - that is why
you are there right.
The Jurassic park the mummy returns ride gets another
tick, to do once you’ve done your studio tour. Get wet and
go with the flow and remember, this isn’t Disneyland.
4 Venice Beach Boardwalk - People Walk
People watching people, people talking, people hanging
out and people selling stuff. Its friendly, funny perhaps or at
least interesting. Its its own place. Odd and entertaining. People,
if you are people, if you like people, you’ll like the Venice
Beach Boardwalk.
Locals run (early) or stroll (late is good). Sun (hopefully), waves
(probably) and interesting personalities (almost certainly). Snacks
,coffee but most importantly the people man! You kinda have to go
to know. Venice is funky, gritty but most of all fun. Go there.
Muscle Beach
Muscle Beach is an outdoor gym area on Venice Beach.
Being first of its kind Muscle Beach is a beefy Venice Beach attraction.
Fully restored and refurbished the gym includes chin bars, parallel
bars, rings, small jungle gyms for children and a padded safe gymnastics
area for tumbling. Kirk Douglas, Clark Gable, Tyrone Power, Jayne
Mansfield, Jane Russell, and Mae West are but a few of the celebrities
that have worked out on Muscle Beach. You'll find the gym just south
of the volleyballs courts.
5 The Sign Baby the H O L L Y W O O D Sign
 Hollywoodland
Look to the hills and there it is. One of the most
recognizable signs in the world The Hollywood Sign was originally
the "HOLLYWOODLAND" sign. It was created in 1923 to advertise
a new housing development. That's right folks, this is the most
famous reality sign in history.
For a decent look and to get that all important photo
it is best to travel. Head for Beechwood Drive and don't stop -
just keep going. Eventually you will come to a gate. Look for a
small car park on the right. Your adventure continues on foot. Follow
the Hollyridge Grail, sorry trail, and look for a sign - H O L L
Y W O O D.
Alternatively take the elevator. On a clear day the
bridge on the 3rd and 4th levels of the Hollywood & Highland
center provide's photographers with a clear view of The Sign.
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