La Brea Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
The Grove
If you want to shop and dine in one convenient location, but still enjoy the sunny weather of Los Angeles, visit this outdoor mall and entertainment center.
Farmers Market
This historic shopping complex attracts locals and tourists, who come to snack, browse and people-watch among the stalls.
Universal Studios Hollywood
3-in-1 fun is to be had by all at this part TV studio, part entertainment complex and part amusement park.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Venice Beach
A popular beach with visitors to Los Angeles, Venice beach offers an eclectic mix of golden sands, pumped up bodybuilders, street entertainers and mime acts.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Los Angeles: West Hollywood Food Walking Tour
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West LA Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around La Brea
Beverly Grove
While visiting Beverly Grove, you might make a stop by sights like Beverly Center Shopping Mall and Melrose Avenue.
Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
West Hollywood
If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, The Comedy Store and Melrose Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Hollywood Hills
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Runyon Canyon Park or Hollywood Bowl.
- The Grove
- Farmers Market
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Santa Monica Beach
- Venice Beach
- Crypto.com Arena
- Santa Monica Pier
- University of Southern California
- Los Angeles Convention Center
- Hollywood Boulevard
- Dodger Stadium
- Rodeo Drive
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- SoFi Stadium
- Kia Forum
- University of California
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
- Sunset Strip
- Hollywood Bowl
- Walt Disney Studios
- Universal CityWalk
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
- Redondo Beach Pier
- Warner Brothers Studio
- Getty Center
- Melrose Avenue
- Griffith Observatory
- Hollywood Sign
- Citadel Outlets
- Echo Park Lake