About Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California, on the southern west coast of the United States is the city responsible for marketing the American Dream and presenting it to the world. The Los Angeles coastline stretches 122km (76 miles) from Malibu down to Long Beach, while inland the city is situated in a vast settlement cornered by the Santa Monica and San Gabriel mountains. Downtown LA lies 26 kilometers (16 miles) inland from the coast.
Attractions in this city are numerous and varied. There are more than 2,000 museums, galleries, theaters and other attractions in Los Angeles. Los Angeles features itself as a great hostess providing its visitors with activities such as museums, beaches, restaurants, performing arts, people watching and sports. The Mann's Chinese Theater provides for an interesting outing, while Rodeo Drive showcases the latest trends. No matter where you travel in the Los Angeles area, there's something exciting to do or see.
LA has not only played a major role in the development of television, music, fashion and art, but it has also been a central figure in creating a diverse center of pop and traditional culture.
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Getting There & Around
The third busiest airport in the world, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is approximately 20 miles (30 kilometers) south-west of downtown and takes about 30 minutes by taxi.
There are also other options: Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (BUR) is about 25km (15mi) northwest of Downtown, Long Beach Airport (LGB) is about 40km (25mi) south, John Wayne Airport (SNA) is about 65km (40mi) southeast in Santa Ana, Orange County, and Ontario International Airport (ONT) is about 65km (40mi) east.
All of the major car rental companies are located at or near all these airports. In addition, taxi and limousine are also available as well as shuttle service to prime destinations.
Amtrak, the national rail system, operates up and down the California coast. In Los Angeles, trains arrive and depart from Union Station, an impressive art deco depot one block from El Pueblo in Downtown LA.
Greyhound bus lines serve LA from cities all over North America. The main LA depot is in a seedy district east of Downtown, south of Little Tokyo.
While there is some public transportation available, the reality of getting around in Los Angeles is to travel by car, either personal or rental car. Rental cars are readily available throughout the city.
Attractions
Los Angeles is full of attractions for all ages. Below is a list of some suggested things to do in Los Angeles. You can also book some of these attractions online and save your vacation time.
Disneyland
Disneyland, along with Disney World, Florida are without doubt the most famous theme parks in the world. This park offers a huge selection of rides and activities for both adults and children.
Universal Studios Hollywood
In the true sprit of Hollywood this park is packed with the latest special effects and rides to the themes of many famous films.
Griffith Park Observatory and Planetarium
This is the largest municipal park in the U.S. It also contains one of the largest space telescopes open to the public. Entrance is free.
The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
Permanent collection, thematic exhibitions of international scope. Painting, sculpture and environmental works created since 1940.
Rodeo Drive
The place to shop in 'style' with its large selection of the most exclusive shops found anywhere.
Venice Beach
Lively, popular and crowded beach close to Los Angeles.
Griffith Park
Covering more than 4,107 acres of natural terrain, this is the largest municipal park and urban wilderness area in the United States, which offers numerous family attractions and activities.
J. Paul Getty Center
Spectacular museum boasts a most impressive collection by such luminaries as Van Gogh, Monet and Cezanne, along with the architectural triumph of its six buildings and gardens.
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