8-Day Los Angeles Itinerary: From Callejones to Pacific Coast Highway

• Day 1: Visit the Callejones
  12 minutes (2.3 miles) from The Grove

  The Callejones is a famous stretch of alleys in the Fashion District of Downtown LA. It’s known for its wide array of affordable wholesale fashion merchandise, from leather goods to trendy clothes.

• Day 2: Griffith Observatory
  15 minutes (4 miles) from the Callejones

  The Griffith Observatory is a popular landmark in Los Angeles, offering breathtaking views of the city's skyline, panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean, and an array of astronomical exhibits that inspire curiosity and wonder.

• Day 3: Hollywood Walk of Fame
  12 minutes (3.7 miles) from Griffith Observatory

  The Hollywood Walk of Fame is an iconic attraction featuring the most notable stars of the entertainment world, embedded with their names and achievements on the city's sidewalks.

• Day 4: The Getty Center
  15 minutes (7.8 miles) from the Hollywood Walk of Fame

  The Getty Center is a renowned museum and research center that exhibits some of the world’s most valuable and compelling art, architecture and gardens. It offers breathtaking views of Los Angeles and the Santa Monica Mountains.

• Day 5: Abbot Kinney Boulevard (Venice)
  20 minutes (12 miles) from The Getty Center

  Abbot Kinney Boulevard is a bohemian and vibrant area in Venice Beach known for its street art, vintage shops, and numerous cafés and restaurants.

• Day 6: Santa Monica State Beach
  10 minutes (2.2 miles) from Abbot Kinney Boulevard

  Santa Monica State Beach is a famous attraction, offering miles of sandy beaches, bike paths, and an amusement park on the historic Santa Monica Pier.

• Day 7: Pacific Coast Highway Drive
  25 minutes (9.7 miles) from Santa Monica State Beach

  Pacific Coast Highway is a breathtaking scenic route that offers stunning ocean views from Malibu to Santa Monica. It’s considered one of the most scenic drives in California.

• Day 8: Universal Studios Hollywood
  45 minutes (20 miles) from Pacific Coast Highway

  Universal Studios Hollywood is a theme park and studio tour that offers immersive rides, live shows, and behind-the-scenes experiences of Hollywood’s most iconic films and TV productions.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Callejones (1-2 hours, Free - Items for sale)
• Griffith Observatory (2-3 hours, Free admission)
• Hollywood Walk of Fame (1-2 hours, Free admission)
• The Getty Center (2-4 hours, $15 parking fee)
• Abbot Kinney Boulevard (2-3 hours, No admission fees, Shopping costs may vary)
• Santa Monica State Beach (2-3 hours, Free, Renting beach gear or bike may vary in price)
• Pacific Coast Highway Drive (3-4 hours, Free)
• Universal Studios Hollywood (6-8 hours, $25 parking fee, $120 for general admission ticket)


• Total Estimated Costs ($): $160 + parking fees + shopping costs + bike rentals

Transportation

Most of the attractions are easily accessible by car, and parking fees may vary from $10-$25 per attraction. Public transportation is also available, including buses and trains, and day passes can be purchased for $7-$10. Ride-share services, such as Uber and Lyft, are also widely available, and the costs may vary depending on the distance and the time of the day.

Useful Tips

• If you have more time, consider visiting the Universal CityWalk, the Venice Boardwalk or the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
• If you plan to visit during the summer, be sure to bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Los Angeles can get incredibly hot and humid.
• If you visit in the winter, it can get chilly at night, so bring a warm jacket.
• Some attractions offer discounts on certain days of the week or have free admission on certain days, so it’s worth checking their websites before visiting.

Airports

The primary airport in Los Angeles is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). It’s located approximately 16 miles southwest of Downtown LA and is one of the busiest airports in the world. Other airports include Burbank (BUR) located in Burbank, John Wayne Airport (SNA) located in Orange County and Long Beach Airport (LGB) located in Long Beach.