14-Day Family-Friendly Los Angeles Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Universal Studios Hollywood
    20 minutes (8.2 miles) from Hollywood

    Thrilling Rides, Shows

  2. Day 2: Griffith Observatory
    20 minutes (7.5 miles) from Universal Studios Hollywood

    Stargazing, Exhibitions

  3. Day 3: The Getty Center
    30 minutes (11.8 miles) from Griffith Observatory

    Art, Architecture, Views

  4. Day 4: Santa Monica Beach
    30 minutes (12.3 miles) from The Getty Center

    Surfing, People-watching, Boardwalk

  5. Day 5: The Broad
    25 minutes (11.9 miles) from Santa Monica Beach

    Contemporary Art Museum

  6. Day 6: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
    20 minutes (6.2 miles) from The Broad

    Dinosaurs, Gems, Culture

  7. Day 7: Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens
    20 minutes (7.9 miles) from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

    Wildlife, Botanicals, Conservation

  8. Day 8: Venice Beach Boardwalk
    15 minutes (6.1 miles) from Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens

    Muscle Beach, Skating, Street Performances

  9. Day 9: Disneyland Park
    45 minutes (30.5 miles) from Venice Beach Boardwalk

    Characters, Rides, Fantasy

  10. Day 10: Knott's Berry Farm
    25 minutes (11.3 miles) from Disneyland Park

    Amusement Park, Shows, Food

  11. Day 11: Petersen Automotive Museum
    25 minutes (12.3 miles) from Knott's Berry Farm

    Cars, Culture, History

  12. Day 12: California Science Center
    25 minutes (12.7 miles) from Petersen Automotive Museum

    Space Shuttle Endeavour, Exhibitions

  13. Day 13: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
    20 minutes (11.4 miles) from California Science Center

    Movies, TV Shows, Behind the Scenes

  14. Day 14: Sunset Boulevard
    20 minutes (7.4 miles) from Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

    Iconic Street, Entertainment

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Universal Studios Hollywood (6-8 hours, $109-139)
  • Griffith Observatory (2-3 hours, Free)
  • The Getty Center (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Santa Monica Beach (4-5 hours, $10 for parking)
  • The Broad (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Natural History Museum of Los Angeles (3-4 hours, $15)
  • Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens (3-4 hours, $22)
  • Venice Beach Boardwalk (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Disneyland Park (10-12 hours, $124)
  • Knott's Berry Farm (8-10 hours, $52-82)
  • Petersen Automotive Museum (2-3 hours, $16)
  • California Science Center (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood (3-4 hours, $72)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $404-522 per adult

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to Santa Barbara or Joshua Tree National Park. Alternatively, if you have less time, skip some of the theme parks and museums in favor of more outdoor activities like hiking or exploring beach towns. Always check opening and closing times for attractions and plan accordingly to avoid crowds.

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