Experiencing the Best of Los Angeles in 4 Days

  • Day 1: Explore Hollywood
  • Start your day in Hollywood and take a walk along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Head to the famous TCL Chinese Theatre and take pictures with your favorite celebrity handprints. Then take a tour of the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards.

  • Day 2: Visit Theme Parks
  • Meet your favorite movie characters and enjoy thrilling rides at Universal Studios Hollywood. In the evening, head to Santa Monica Pier for a beautiful beach view and an amusement park.

  • Day 3: Experience Culture
  • Start your day at the Getty Center which features pre-20th-century European paintings, drawings, illuminated manuscripts, and sculptures. For sunset, head to Griffith Observatory for a view of the city sky.

  • Day 4: Discover Art
  • Start your day at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, featuring thousands of works of art from around the world. In the evening, visit The Broad, a contemporary art museum featuring works by Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons, and more.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • TCL Chinese Theatre (1-2 hours, $20-30)
  • Universal Studios Hollywood (5-7 hours, $115-135)
  • Santa Monica Pier (2-4 hours, $5-10)
  • The Getty Center (4-6 hours, free)
  • Griffith Observatory (2-4 hours, free)
  • Los Angeles County Museum of Art (3-5 hours, $16-25)
  • The Broad (2-4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $156-225

Transportation

Los Angeles is a car city so it's best to rent or drive your car around. Ride-share, and the metro can be an ideal option as well. However, the best way to save time is by renting a car. The estimated cost to rent a car is around $40-60 a day depending on the size.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the beautiful beaches of Malibu or Venice Beach. If you have less time, skip the Getty Center or The Broad, and spend more time exploring other sites or parks in the city.

Airports

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located 18 miles from downtown LA. It is the main airport that serves Los Angeles, California. Other airports include John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Bob Hope Airport (BUR) in Burbank.

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