7-Day City Experience Itinerary in Los Angeles

  1. Day 1: Venice Beach
    30 minutes (10.7 miles) from Los Angeles International Airport

    Stroll on the beach boardwalk, check out street performers and enjoy trendy dining options.

  2. Day 2: Beverly Hills
    20 minutes (7.2 miles) from Venice Beach

    See luxurious mansions, shop Rodeo Drive, visit the paleontology museum and Greystone Mansion.

  3. Day 3: Griffith Observatory
    25 minutes (8.5 miles) from Beverly Hills

    Enjoy exhibits, planetarium shows, hiking trails and stunning views of Los Angeles.

  4. Day 4: Universal Studios Hollywood
    20 minutes (7.8 miles) from Griffith Observatory

    Experience movie-themed attractions, entertainment and studio backlots.

  5. Day 5: The Getty Center
    25 minutes (7.8 miles) from Universal Studios Hollywood

    See impressive artwork, architecture, gardens, and panoramic views of the city.

  6. Day 6: Downtown Los Angeles
    25 minutes (7.5 miles) from The Getty Center

    Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art, Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Broad and Historic Core.

  7. Day 7: Santa Monica Pier
    25 minutes (8.8 miles) from Downtown Los Angeles

    Experience amusement park rides, arcade games and local shopping and dining.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Venice Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Beverly Hills (6 hours, free except for parking)
  • Griffith Observatory (4 hours, free with parking fee)
  • Universal Studios Hollywood (8 hours, $129 for general admission)
  • The Getty Center (5 hours, free with parking fee)
  • Downtown Los Angeles (6 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $129

Useful Tips

To have more time, skip the Getty Center on Day 5. To have less time, shorten the theme park trip on Day 4. Have a picnic at Griffith Park during Day 3, and visit the nearby Autry Museum. Finally, visit Santa Monica during sunset to enjoy a romantic atmosphere.

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