Start your birthday with a thrilling experience at Universal Studios Hollywood! In the morning, visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to ride the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and Flight of the Hippogriff rides. After lunch at Three Broomsticks, explore the other areas of the park like the Despicable Me Minion Mayhem Ride, Jurassic World - The Ride, and the Studio Tour. End the day with the WaterWorld stunt show.
Spend the whole day at the Disneyland Resort, home to two world-famous theme parks - Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. In the morning, head to Disneyland and ride classic attractions like Pirates of the Caribbean, Space Mountain, and It's a Small World. After lunch at Blue Bayou Restaurant, head to Disney California Adventure Park to experience the thrilling Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: BREAKOUT! Ride, Radiator Springs Racers, and the Incredicoaster.
Spend your last day relaxing at the famous Santa Monica Pier and Beach. In the morning, take a bike ride or a walk along the beach to view the beautiful coastline. After lunch at the Pier, enjoy the various amusement park rides like the Pacific Wheel and the West Coaster. In the evening, take a stroll down the Third Street Promenade for shopping and dinner at one of the many restaurants.
Consider visiting the Griffith Observatory to get a spectacular view of the city, or hiking the trails at Runyon Canyon Park for a scenic workout. For side trips, take a drive to the Getty Center for art and architecture, or to the Santa Catalina Island for a relaxing beach day. For maximizing your fun, consider purchasing a fast-pass at the theme parks to avoid long lines, or having a character dining experience to make the most out of your Disney visit. Finally, don't forget to take lots of pictures to document your birthday trip!
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