Discovering Compton, California in 4 Days

• Day 1: Visit Compton Creek Natural Park and Watts Towers Arts Center for a cultural and artistic experience. Stop at El Indio Mexican Restaurant for some delicious tacos.
• Day 2: Explore Heritage House Museum and Celebrity Centre International. Grab lunch at the famed Bludso's BBQ for some finger-licking barbeque.
• Day 3: Visit the Compton Community College District Library for a serene studying experience. Catch a movie at the vintage Tower Theatre and enjoy some Korean BBQ at Jin Cooks.
• Day 4: Take a tour of the Compton Airport and end the trip with a sweet treat from Southern Girl Desserts.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Compton Creek Natural Park (1-2 hours, Free)
• Watts Towers Arts Center (2 hours, Free)
• El Indio Mexican Restaurant (1 hour, $)
• Heritage House Museum (1 hour, $)
• Celebrity Centre International (2-3 hours, Free)
• Bludso's BBQ (1 hour, $$)
• Compton Community College District Library (1-2 hours, Free)
• Tower Theatre (2 hours, $)
• Jin Cooks (1 hour, $$)
• Compton Airport (1-2 hours, Free)
• Southern Girl Desserts (30 mins, $)
Total Estimated Costs: $$

Transportation:

Compton is best travelled by car. Rental cars can be obtained from LAX or Long Beach Airport. Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are also available in the city. Taking the Metro Blue Line can also be an option for getting around. Prices start at $1.75 for a single ride and day passes are available for $7.

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, add a visit to the Compton Par 3 Golf Course, the Compton Creek Bike Path, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Monument. If you have less time, consider skipping the Compton Airport tour or Southern Girl Desserts.