The Los Angeles County Museum of Art has an extensive collection of over 150,000 works, from ancient to contemporary. The La Brea Tar Pits is an interesting outdoor exhibit of Ice Age fossils with interactive exhibits for visitors. Hancock Park adjoins the La Brea Tar Pits and is a beautiful park great for picnics with family and friends. Grand Central Market has a variety of food vendors serving different types of cuisines.
The Griffith Observatory provides great views of Los Angeles, informative exhibits about the universe and the solar system. Difficulty level hikes can be done nearby with your friends and family. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a quintessential spot to see your favorite celebrities' stars. Grauman's Chinese Theatre is one of the famous theaters in Los Angeles where many red carpet premieres take place.
Santa Monica Beach has a beautiful pier and an amusement park sitting on it, providing a great view of the sunset. Walking down the Third Street Promenade provides an enjoyable shopping experience with varying street performers.
The Getty Center is a museum located in a picturesque location while exhibiting an extensive art collection. Enjoy the scenic drive down to Malibu Creek State Park, great trails with beautiful views.
Universal Studios Hollywood is an expansive theme park filled with movie-related rides and attractions. Experience great themes and take photos of your favorite sets and action-packed movie scenes.
A rental car or rideshare services are available for travelers to reach the destinations on the itinerary. Bell, California is approximately 30 minutes away from Los Angeles International Airport, and travel times will vary depending on traffic volume. Transits services such as buses are available for public transportation around Los Angeles County.
If the itinerary allows for more time, consider adding visits to Beverly Hills, the California African American Museum, or a hike in Runyon Canyon Park. If there is less time, it is recommended to decrease the time spent in Santa Monica by an hour or reduce museum visits to half-day activities.
The nearest airport to Bell, California, is the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which is approximately 30 minutes away from Bell. Other airports near Bell include Long Beach Airport (LGB) and Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), which are approximately 25 miles and 30 miles away, respectively.