Top 60 Things To Do In Los
Angeles
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51 (-) Barnsdall Art Park and the Hollyhock House
The first building ever built by Frank Lloyd Wright maker of the
Getty Center. Highlights include the interior of the Hollyhock House,
the Hollywood views and free summer Shakespeare performances. Very
reasonably priced tours of Hollyhock House are available from Wednesdays
through to Sundays at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30 pm. Check website
for more details.
52 Kayak Dana Point
Kayaking is a very Californian thing to do and Dana Point is a
very special place to do it. In addition to Kayaking Dana Point
Harbor offers shopping, fishing and whale watching excursions and
a variety of restaurants from coffee shops to fine waterfront dining.
Across the bridge to Dana Island, walking paths lead to yacht clubs,
a restaurant and quiet waterside parkways.
Dana Point's Ocean Institute
The Ocean Institute provides children’s day camps, overnight
experiences, and boat excursions from themed pirate ship trips to
wildlife cruises. The Ocean Institute is located on a secluded beach
with tide pools, and accessed from the Dana Point Harbor, the Ocean
Institute is a hands-on, authentic ocean experience. Please call
(949) 496-2274 for more information,
53 Hollywood Bowl
The Hollywood Bowl is the largest natural outdoor amphitheater
in the United States. It has been consistently judged to be best
major outdoor venue in the country. The Bowl is a friendly sociable
place to picnic and enjoy outstanding music under the stars. Throughout
the summer you can enjoy the best in jazz, classical, Broadway,
and world music. Performing artists have included Sarah Chang, Diana
Krall, John Williams, The Pet Shop Boys, Nancy Wilson and Arcade
Fire. For upcoming performances follow the link below.
If you visit the Bowl Museum ask for a copy of the The Bowl Walk
flyer. The Bowl Walk is a pleasant way to learn a little about the
Bowl and enjoy its park-like grounds. Take a picnic and settle down
in the hills surrounding the Hollywood Bowl. Tables are available
on a first-come, first-served basis. For more:
54 Arclight Cinema
See a movie in true style. No waiting and loads of room are just
two facets of this very personalized service.
•All-reserved seating. Sit where you want to sit.
•Auditorium comfort levels are unsurpassed. All cinema chairs
are 3 inches wider than your average megaplex with 6 inches more
legroom.
•The ArcLight café bar is perfect for a quick meal
before or after a movie.
•The snack bar features movie-theater-style with real butter
on request.
•Look out for the interesting art and cinema exhibits.
Cinerama Dome
Then there is the Cinerama Dome. The ArcLight's Cinerama Dome is
a unique, geodesic shaped theatre originally built in 1963. It has
been upgraded acoustically with the finest industry projection and
sound systems installed. If you like movies, you will like Arclight.
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55 Santa Catalina Island
 Avalon,
Catalina Island
A visit to Santa Catalina Island gives you an excuse for a scenic
boat ride, shopping (naturally) snorkeling, scuba driving, a round
of golf and much more. The island is often referred to as Catalina
Island, or just Catalina. Either way it is a small place. Less than
4,000 people actually live on the island most of which reside in
the town of Avalon. The other 'big' place is Two Harbors which is
in the north of the island. It has a population of around 300. Catalina
is just 22 miles (35 km) long, eight miles (13 km) across at its
widest point and 2097 ft (639 m) at its highest.
The downside for some to Catalina is that you are on an island.
To get over this watery problem you can catch a helicopter taxi.
It is not as pricey as you might think. For more follow the link
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56 Little Tokyo
Little Tokyo offers the visitor lush gardens, exhibits, hand-crafted
gifts, markets, live performances, and over 30 restaurants. From
a major hotel reaching 21 stories high to a quiet café serving
fine coffees, teas, and pastries. Located just east of the historic
Los Angeles City Hall, this unique and beautiful area evokes the
art and traditions of Japan and is the center of L.A.'s Japanese
American community.
57 The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
With the San Gabriel Mountains as a backdrop the lovely Arboretum
of LA gardens is a fine setting for a trip into the history of the
region. Set in the heart of the historic Rancho Santa Anita, The
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden is a unique 127
acre botanical garden and historical site located in the city of
Arcadia. As well as being home to plant collections from all over
the world, including many rare and endangered species, The Arboretum
also houses outdoor historical landmarks representative of the major
phases of California history.
58 Gamble House, Pasadena
Gamble House was owned the Gamble half of the well known Procter
and Gamble company. It is a luxury early 20th century abode. The
amount of fine detail in contained within Gamble House demands that
you take your time during your visit. The whole house is a like
a giant work of art. From the leaded glass at the front entrance,
impressive main staircase, the fine rugs and dinning room furniture
to the maple furnishings inlaid with silver in the guest bedroom.
You will not leave disappointed. Admission is by guided tour. See
website for more details.
59 Sunset Dinner Ride
Ride to a mexican restaurant and back again. Get on your pony at
the Sunset Ranch located under the Hollywood Sign and take a ride
through Griffith Park to dinner. There are also BBQ rides and ride
into the sunset sunset rides. This is a popular activity but it
can hurt if you haven't ridden much before. Its not like sitting
on a chair. You will use muscles you don't normally use. It's still
worth though. More
60 Walt Disney Concert Hall
When two beautiful things combine its just, well, beautiful. The
Walt Disney Concert Hall is a gorgeous building containing the succulent
center of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. "From the stainless
steel curves of its striking exterior to the state-of-the-art acoustics
of the hardwood-paneled main auditorium, the 3.6-acre complex embodies
the unique energy and creative spirit of the city of Los Angeles
and the Resident Companies that call the Concert Hall home. "
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