CA (See) - Classic LA museum complete with an animatronic wooly mammoth! Definitely check out the current excavations going on in Pit 91!
The 300 seat Oschin Planetarium is one of the finest and most technologically sophisticated in the world. Once a month, Los Angeles astronomy clubs host a free Public Star Party on the lawn. Read more.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is the largest natural history museum in the western United States with more than 33 million specimens and artifacts
If you wanna see the old heart of the city, this is it--part of the original brick pueblo that founded Los Angeles. Don’t miss the margaritas & guacamole at La Golondrina! Read more.
Nearly 2,500 stars, from Marilyn Monroe to Matt Damon, have been immortalized in cement on this 18-block Hollywood landmark. Tip: Download the official iPhone app to pinpoint your fave celeb!
It sounds weird, but one of the best views of LA is from the top of the parking structure here. Grab yr friends & head to Level 8 for a view of the sunset and a 360-degree panorama of the whole city. Read more.
Tons of thrift shops, there are some pricy stores and some cheaper ones, nothing you can't find in the Fashion District though. I love all the murals and the graffiti a street back.
Join the late-night talk-show atmosphere that is "This Is Your Library" featuring known and not so well-known Angelenos talking about what they do and how it's done in Los Angeles. Read more.
This theater opened May 18, 1927 with the premiere of Cecil B. DeMille's film 'The King of Kings'. The Academy Awards were held here in 1944, 1945, & 1946. It was declared a historic landmark in 1968.
CA (Shop) One of LA's best places to score discounted fashion. Only thing, make sure you wear underpants - the changing rooms are communal!
CA (Eat) - Obama eats there and so should you! Seriously delicious food and the olive oil is heavenly - we know that sounds weird, but it's that good. Trust.
CA (See,Do) The Cinefamily knows good movies and isn't afraid to show 'em. Make sure you grab a cocktail from the back bar before the movie starts!
CA (Do) This museum has great exhibits, check their calendar frequently - their lecture and music programs are unparalleled!
LA (Shop, See) Stop by this epic market every Sunday to shop beautiful produce and enjoy food from all over the world, made fresh onsite.
CA (See) Totally cute quaint little aquarium located right under the Santa Monica Pier. Did we mention that they have starfish petting? No, that's not an euphemism.
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CA (See) Stroll around downtown on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Great art, fun crowd and many food trucks (and nearby bars). What more could you ask for?
CA (Do) Unbelievable warehouse full of amazing vintage clothes at reasonable prices (also known as heaven). Sorry boys, the shop doubles as the dressing room so it's ladies only!
