The entertainment scene in Los Angeles has a lot to offer – it’s no wonder millions of people flock to LA every year. There are countless things to do in this southern California city, from theme parks and museums to concerts and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
To help you plan out you’re itinerary when you visit LA for the first time or even the fifth time, this blog has compiled a list of the best places in Los Angeles for entertainment.
1) The Peterson Automotive Museum
Located in the Miracle Mile district of Los Angeles, this interactive museum is dedicated to showcasing international and custom cars. The retrospective features over 150 cars from the past 100 years, including one of Jay Leno’s cars – a 1970 Oldsmobile. Visitors can get up close and personal with their favorite classic car models.
2) Griffith Observatory
Standing on the highest peak in the city of LA, Griffith Observatory offers an amazing 360-degree view of the city. Visitors can gaze at the stars through the Observatory’s telescopes and even walk through a full-scale model of a planetary mission to Mars!
3) Santa Monica Pier
Located in Santa Monica, this historic pier has been popular among tourists and citizens alike since it was built in 1909. Today, visitors can enjoy an amusement park and Ferris wheel or just stroll along the pier to watch the waves crash against the shore.
4) Universal Studios Hollywood
Home of popular attractions such as Jurassic Park and Back to the Future, this film studio theme park has rides, games, shows, live events, and more for entertainment enthusiasts. LA visitors can choose from a variety of daytime or nighttime tours of Universal Studios.
5) The Getty Center
Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, this art museum is an architectural marvel. Visitors can enjoy views of the city while walking through gardens filled with sculptures and flowers, or they can pay a visit to one of the many exhibitions showcasing artwork from all around the world.
6) Six Flags Magic Mountain
LA has Disneyland, but LA residents don’t need to go all the way to Anaheim for great rides and roller coasters! Six Flags Magic Mountain offers 14 heart-stopping thrill rides, including Batman: The Ride, Colossus, Superman: Escape From Krypton, Revolution, Ninja – among many others. The park is open on weekends starting in March and daily from May to October.
