The best things to do in L.A., including popular events, festivals, attractions & tours, free activities and entertainment
“Free” and “summer” go together like coffee and doughnuts, or ice cream and another scoop of ice cream.
Other than your neighbor’svery-much-illegal amateur pyro.
Including ones that stretch through the weekend.
Even lifelong Angelenos will find something new to add to their to-do list.
All within an hour drive.
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Things to do in Los Angeles
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Things to do outdoors in Los Angeles
Whether you’re an art aficionado or a devoted dog owner, there’s a slice of nature that fits your lifestyle.
And with miles of picturesque coastline from Malibu to the South Bay, the best beaches inLos Angeles are aplenty.
Next time you’re looking for a beautiful view of the city, lace up your hiking boots and head out onto the trail.
When you’ve exhausted the best hikes in L.A. but a scenic drive seems too lazy, it’s time to hit the city’s best bike trails.
L.A.’s amazing weather (and all of that famous sunshine) make it perfect for exploring the great outdoors, no matter what time of year.
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Free and cheap things to do in Los Angeles
Read on for the best free things to do and places to visit across L.A., for tourists and locals alike.
Free date ideas abound in Los Angeles, we promise.
Los Angeles doesn’t have to be an expensive destination.
Including free beach parking, library cardtips and more.
Best attractions in Los Angeles
Even locals willdiscover ways to fall in love with the city all over again.
If you’re only in town for a short time, here’s what you need to see.
Even locals willdiscover ways to fall in love with the city all over again.
Even locals willdiscover ways to fall in love with the city all over again.
If you’re only in town for a short time, here’s what you need to see.
Explore themany free attractions in L.A.—including museums, iconic landmarks and lesser-known sites.
Though California is much younger than its East Coast counterparts, there are still plenty of historic attractions.
We’re counting down the best attractions, in order, at both Disneyland and California Adventure.
See more Los Angeles attractions
Best museums in Los Angeles
No matter how good the weather, visiting L.A.’s museums is essential.
Culture vultures can get their fix for free in L.A.
Thereplenty of fascinating, offbeat institutions that deserve a visit.
Not all L.A. museumsareconducive to children—but these ones are.
See more Los Angeles museums
Things to do with kids in Los Angeles
Wehave picks designed to help you not only meet, but exceed the expectations of even the toughest tiny customers.
These pools will allow your kids to have some good ol’ fashion fun this summer.
Wallow them to tap into their creative side, get physicaland keep flexing those brain muscles.
These expansive farms in and around Los Angeles have acres and acres of pickable produce.
Los Angeles by neighborhood
Iconic landmarks and under-the-radar gems in L.A.’s most famous neighborhood
Coffee shops and bars abound in the Eastside’s preeminent hip ’hood
L.A.’s boho beachfront gets a farm-to-table facelift
The city’s historic core enters a food, drink and entertainment renaissance
Seaside bluffs meet a buzzing downtown in this coastal city
Casual eateries, intimate concert venues and a lotus-filled lake
See more L.A. neighborhood guides
More things to do near Los Angeles
There are more things to do in Anaheim than just visiting the happiest place on earth.
Regardless of whether you’re a beach person, you’ll never be at a loss for what to do here.
Today's Vegas has professional hockey, destination-worthy art, e-sports temples and magic mountains.
Postcard-perfect San Luis Obispo is the unofficial center of the Central Coast.
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