5-Day Luxury Itinerary for Los Angeles

  1. Day 1: Beverly Hills and Hollywood
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Los Angeles International Airport

    Browse Rodeo Drive's luxury shops on foot while admiring the high-end cars and upscale boutiques. After lunch, head to the Griffith Observatory to witness breathtaking views of the Hollywood sign from the hilltop. End the day with a VIP tour of the TCL Chinese Theatre, where the stars' hand and footprints are.

  2. Day 2: Malibu Beach Escape
    60 minutes (27 miles) from Beverly Hills

    Start the day with a VIP Private Surf Lesson along with the Point Dume state beach. Then head for lunch to SoHo House Malibu's oceanfront terrace, where you can enjoy panoramic views over the Pacific. In the afternoon, relax on a luxurious yacht from charter service providers nearby Malibu's beach.

  3. Day 3: Theme Park Fun
    20 minutes (6.3 miles) from Beverly Hills

    Plan a full day at Universal Studios Hollywood of thrilling rides and family-friendly activities showcasing films and TV shows. Highlights include The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Jurassic World - The Ride, and Transformers: The Ride-3D. End your day catching live comedy shows at the Laugh Factory in West Hollywood.

  4. Day 4: Art and Architecture
    30 minutes (9.5 miles) from Beverly Hills

    Visit the Getty Villa, Los Angeles' oasis of art, architecture, and education devoted to ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruria. Lunch at Malibu Farm overlooking the ocean, and then head for the afternoon to the stunning Getty Center following exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts.

  5. Day 5: Beach Hopping
    25 minutes (8.2 miles) from Beverly Hills

    Discover the fantastic beaches dotted along the coast of Santa Monica, dubbed as Silicon Beach. Start your day at Santa Monica State Beach to take a dip in the Pacific Ocean or entertain with some beach volleyball. Head up north a bit to Will Rogers State Beach, to enjoy some surfing lessons. Continue your beach hopping journey into the afternoon at Muscle Beach Venice, followed by a sunset dinner at The Lobster, overlooking Santa Monica Pier.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rodeo Drive (2 hours, free to browse)
  • Griffith Observatory (2 hours, free admission)
  • TCL Chinese Theatre (1.5 hours, $18)
  • Private Surf Lesson (2 hours, $150)
  • SoHo House Malibu (3 hours, free to members)
  • Yacht Charter (4 hours, $1500)
  • Universal Studios Hollywood (8 hours, $105)
  • Laugh Factory (2 hours, $30)
  • The Getty Villa (3 hours, free admission)
  • The Getty Center (3 hours, free admission)
  • Santa Monica State Beach (3 hours, free to access)
  • Will Rogers State Beach (3 hours, $50 for surfing lessons)
  • Muscle Beach Venice (2 hours, free to access)
  • The Lobster (2 hours, $80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $2,051

Useful Tips

If you have more/less time, you can add/subtract some luxury experiences and places. You can consider adding Disneyland or Knott's Berry Farm to the theme park day trip, or opt-in for a luxury shopping experience at The Grove instead of Rodeo Drive. If you're fond of art, you should take a guided tour of LACMA instead of Getty Center and Villa. Subtract Yacht Charter and personalize your beach-hopping experience with a private guide or book a luxury surf Spots such as Surfrider Beach or El Porto Beach.

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