Drive to LA! A list of must-see cards for a short trip to Los Angeles~

 

Approaching the Christmas and New Year holidays,Many friendsThinking about travel plans~

If you only have four or five days,Don't want to sufferThe torment of cold air,Better comeCity of Angels Los AngelesYeah!

A five-hour drive away from the Bay AreaDistance, a one-hour flight.How fragrant~

OnStars GatheringShopping on Rodeo Drive,OnDavid Lynch in the movieDriving on the Panshan Road,

In the cloud barOverlooking the city……

LA is not only the Internet celebrity wall and Santa Monica Pier

We found Los Angeles and its surroundings for our friendsThe most fun, the most beautiful, the most deliciousThe place,

You can choose a few of the ones that interest you most,Customize a copyYour exclusive itinerary.

Embark on a section towards LADream trip~

 

01

Grand Central Market & Angels Flight 

 

The Grand Central Market in downtown Los Angeles is not only for touristsMust-go check-in placeIt is also a favorite place for locals in LA to taste food, relax and entertain.here hasMore than a dozen restaurants of all tastes: Hamburg, pizza, Thai food, Indian food, Japanese bento, American Chinese food, all kinds of desserts.In addition, there are also shops selling handmade accessories, spices, and clothingVarious specialty shops.

Recommended restaurants at Grand Central Market:

Grand central market

La Tostadería – Mexican cuisine

Lucky Bird – A famous fried chicken burger restaurant

Prawn Coastal-Seafood/Pasta

Sticky Rice-Thai Restaurant

Walk out of the Grand Central Market, you will see the eye-catchingAngels Flight.Everyone can choose to walk up all the way up the stairs, or take a small train and take beautiful photos by the way~

It should be noted that the Grand Central Market will be closed on Christmas Day (December 12) and New Year's Day (January 25).It is open as usual at other times.

02

 
Japanese Village Plaza
 

lie inLittle Tokyo, Los AngelesThe Japanese Village Plaza gathers local young people who love Japan and anime culture.You can often see Americans cosplaying various anime characters here.

In Little Tokyo, you can find all kinds ofCute dolls, Japanese decorations, exquisite tableware, Japanese and Korean beauty productsetc.You can also buy a cup of milk tea, sushi, okonomiyaki, or a bowl of hot ramen when you’re tired of shopping.

Japanese Village PlazaRecommended restaurants:

Japanese Village Plaza

Oomasa-Japanese bento

Izakaya Honda-ya Japanese BBQ House

Daikokuya Daikokuya – LA’s most famous Japanese ramen
Cafe Dolce-desserts and tea

 

03

 

Spire 73 + 7th & Fig

If you are walking in downtown Los Angeles, Spire 73 will not be overlooked. Spire 73 isThe tallest bar in Los Angeles, On it you canOverlooking the beauty of Los Angeles.It is especially recommended for everyone to go at night to enjoy the bright lights of the City of Angels.During the Christmas period, the bar also has Christmas decorations, which is full of festive atmosphere.

 

Not far downstairs at Spire 73, which is7th & Fig, a famous shopping mall in Los Angeles.There are Macy's, Nordstrom, Zara, Sephora, Victoria's Secret, etc.Many merchants are discounting during Christmas and New Year.You can go shopping first, go to Spire 73 to sit and enjoy the night view while drinking.

 

04

Echo Park

Echo Park isFilming location for many movies and TV series.It is located in Silver Lake in Los Angeles. Although the area is not very large, it has lawns suitable for picnics and can be stepped on.Duck pedal boatArtificial lake.

 

There is a big fountain in the middle of the lake, which is often seen on the lakeMany ducksPaddling with the boat.You can rent a pedal boat for an hour, feel the breeze on the lake, and enjoy it quietlyScenery of downtown Los Angeles.

 

05

 
Griffith Park & ​​LA Old Zoo

I believe everyone has heard of Griffith Park through the film La La Land.But many people don’t know that in addition to climbing to the Griffith Observation Deck, there is anotherLA Old Zoo, Very suitable for exploring and taking pictures.

 

Because La Old Zoo has been abandoned for a long time, it is a check-in place every Halloween, and it is also a location for many movies.hereNo tickets requiredIt is part of the hiking trail, and everyone can reach it on foot.

 

06

 
LACMA 

LACMA is Los AngelesOne of the most famous art museums.Recently exhibited content areMixpantli: Space, Time, and the Indigenous Origins of Mexico; Gender and Nation in Europe, The Obama Portraits Tour, etc.

 

The light in front of the LACMA door isFamous internet celebrity check-in place, No matter day or night, the photos taken are very good~

 

After visiting LACMA, if you still have time, I recommend everyone to go to the nextLa Brea Tar Pits and Museum.It is a famous museum in Los Angeles, where many fossils can be seen.There is a big Tar Pits outside the building, tooLeft by geological changes,It's worth a visit.

 

07

 
Rodeo Drive

How can I not go to Los AngelesThe most representative Beverly HillsWoolen cloth?Rodeo Drive in West Hollywood can be described asBig names gather: There are not only various luxury brands, but also big-name celebrities~Here, many friends have seen domestic big stars, as well as Beckham, Justin Bieber, Angelina Jolie...If you are lucky, maybe you will also meet~

Rodeo Drive always stops on the streetVarious luxury cars, You can even see the global limited edition.Even if you don't have the money to shop here, it's worth seeing the luxurious side of Los Angeles.

 

08

Mulholland Drive

If you have seen"Mulholland Road" by David Lynch, Then here must not be missed: Mulholland Drive is thisOne of the filming locations.Usually the people who come here to check in areDrive slowly across Panshan Road, Sit in the car and enjoy the view.There are also some open spaces for people to park on the way, you can sit in the car and take a lookNight view of Los Angeles.It is recommended that everyone come at night to relive the scenes in the movie~ You must pay attention to safety when walking on the mountain road at night.

 

09

Santa Monica Pier & Muscle Beach
 

During Christmas, Santa Monica Pier is covered with Christmas decorations,Super festive~ They still haveChristmas carols, ice skating, Christmas marketAnd other activities.Before you go, you can check the day's activities on the official website.

Friends must know Santa Monica Beach, but many people may not pay attention to the beach near the beach.Muscle Beach.There are all kinds of fitness equipment here, much like the horizontal bars, parallel bars, climbing poles, etc. in our domestic community or parks, but the people who exercise here are not ordinary people~ theyEveryone possesses unique skills and can do all kinds of difficult moves, People wonder if they are special effects actors or acrobats.But in fact, many people are just keen on exercising and adventurous.

 

Muscle BeachIt became popular as early as the 4th and 50th, This tradition of training and demonstrating stunts has continued to this day.Many tourists will come here to appreciate everyone's "Kung Fu".

 

10

Universal Studio
 

Universal Studios is a must-visit place for many tourists to Los Angeles.During Christmas, Universal Studios has brought you unlimited surprises~YesHogwarts Castle with Christmas decorations,HaveChristmas carols brought by little wizards and toads, And variousChristmas limited edition peripherals!Tickets for December are still sufficient, but it is recommended that you buy tickets in advance to avoid being sold out.

Recommended restaurants in Universal Studios Citywalk:

Universal Studio

East slope of Meizhou – Chinese Sichuan cuisine

Panda Express-Chinese fast food

Bubba Gump Shrimp

Crusty Burger

 

11

 
Crystal Cove State Park

Crystal Cove is near NewportSuper beautiful California park.The entire park is very large, there are many hiking routes, I suggest everyoneBe sure to look at the map and ask the staff, Find the best route to see the sea: one route is to climb uphill to the top of the mountain first, and you can go all the way down the mountainClearly overlook the sea and coastline, The scenery is very beautiful.There is also a route that is flat, walking along the sea.However, other routes cannot see the sea and can only walk in the mountains, so it is recommended that friends ask carefully before setting off~It gets dark early in December, If you want to watch the sunset, but don’t want to return in the dark, I recommend everyone to start climbing at 2pm at the latest.

 

12

Balboa Island Newport

Balboa Island is located in California’s famous Newport Beach, which isA small town by the sea.The houses here are of different styles, and each one has a very beautiful little yard.Every family is decorated during Christmas, Suitable for everyone to enjoy while walking along the streets and alleys~

 

If you go during the day, I recommend that everyone rent a boat, or trykayaking, standup paddleboardingWaiting for beach sports.Relax in the warm winter sunshine in California~

 

13

 
Disneyland

Disneyland, located in Orange County, allows tourists from all over the worldLet go of worries and find childlikeness.From Los AngelesOnly 45 minutes to an hour’s drive.During Christmas and New Year, Disney hasFloat parade, Christmas limited surroundings, It can also work withDisney characters wearing Christmas costumesTake pictures and so on.

 

CurrentlyChristmas tickets are sold out, If you still want to go, I suggest you buy tickets for January as soon as possible~ Catch a wave of New Year’s cars!

 

14

 
Angels Stadium & Honda Center

Also located in Orange County, there is also the United StatesFamous baseball team Angels and ice hockey team Aneheim DucksHome stadium ~ friends who like sports can visit these two stadiums by the way, you canWatch the game in person!

It’s not a baseball season, butIt's hockey season. On December 12, 15, 17 and 19, Aneheim Ducks will have games at the Honda Center at home, and there will be many games throughout January~Some tickets are only 15-20 US dollars, Very cost-effective.

 

Christmas and New Year’s Day,

Many businesses will close.

Before everyone goes outBe sure to check information.

Determine the date, buy the ticket, and then leave~

I wish you all good food and fun,

Spend a wonderful holiday in the City of Angels~

 

* This article is an original article on food,No interest related to the merchant.
Does not represent a food stand. for reference only.

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