One-Day Trip to Paramount, California

• Paramount Swap Meet (9:00am): Start your day at the Paramount Swap Meet where you can shop for unique items, including vintage clothing, antiques, and plants. Don't forget to grab some delicious street food from the vendors.
• Paramount Iceland (11:00am): Next stop, Paramount Iceland, a classic ice-skating rink that opened in 1949. Spend some time on the ice and enjoy the retro ambiance. Make sure to check their schedule and come during their open-skate hours.
• Hollydale Regional Park (1:30pm): Take a break and enjoy a picnic at Hollydale Regional Park. This park offers stunning green landscapes, picnic areas, and playgrounds for children.
• Paramount Drive-In Theaters (4:00pm): End your day at one of the few remaining drive-in theaters in Southern California. Paramount Drive-In offers a unique experience where you can watch movies from the comfort of your own car.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Paramount Swap Meet (2 hours, varies by purchase)
• Paramount Iceland (2 hours, $15 per person)
• Hollydale Regional Park (2 hours, free)
• Paramount Drive-In Theaters (varies by movie, $10-12 per person)

Total Estimated Costs: $25-30 per person

Transportation

In terms of transportation, we recommend renting a car since Paramount, California is not easily accessible by public transportation. If you choose to drive, expect up to a 45-minute drive from Los Angeles. Gas and parking will cost you around $15-20.

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Paramount Ranch or the Veterans Memorial Park. If you have less time, swap Hollydale Regional Park with a quick visit to the Long Beach Museum of Art or the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach.