Things to Do in Los Angeles
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Los Angeles, USA — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Santa Monica Pier & Beach
12 miles from LAX — 30 minutes by rideshare without traffic. Pacific Park rides and the Route 66 endpoint sign.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
Muscle Beach, street performers, and Abbot Kinney Boulevard boutiques. Most alive on weekend afternoons.
Grand Central Market, DTLA
Downtown LA's historic food hall (1917). Eggslut, Tacos Tumbras, and the best egg sandwich in the city. Meals $3–15.
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Things to do in Los Angeles
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Tours, tickets & day trips
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In-N-Out Burger (Double-Double, Animal Style) near LAX on Sepulveda Blvd — a California icon, $5.
Local tip
LAX has no direct rail link to the city — a major flaw. The new LAX-it rideshare area is a 5-minute shuttle from terminals. Avoid rideshare from terminals directly.
Where to stay
Hotels across Los Angeles — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.