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LA Adventure: 10 Days of Thrills and Wonders

Alexander Perez

24 Nov 2023

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Embark on an exhilarating 10-day journey through the vibrant city of Los Angeles. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and experience thrilling adventures. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the City of Angels!

Trip to Los Angeles

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Oceanic Wonders and Cultural Delights

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$135

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$ 6

Aquarium of the Pacific

Pacific Ocean dwellers on display at this large aquarium with touch tanks & behind-the-scenes tours.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$135

46 - 56 min

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Directions

Exposition Park

Urban space comprising 160 acres with arenas & museums, plus some green areas with trees & gardens.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Magical Kingdoms and Hollywood Glamour

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$312

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$ 6

Disneyland Park

Iconic amusement park featuring 8 themed "lands" with rides, shows & costumed characters.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$312

67 - 81 min

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Directions

El Capitan Theatre

1926 movie house showing Disney films & featuring a pipe organ, a soda fountain & live shows.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Serene Canals and Artistic Treasures

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$0

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$ 6

Venice Canals

Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Directions

The Getty

Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens.

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Museums, Parks, and Pier Fun

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$0

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$ 6

Hammer Museum

Gallery with a permanent collection of historical works & special exhibits of edgy contemporary art.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier

Oceanfront park with coasters, eateries & games on the pier, including an iconic Ferris wheel.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Santa Monica Pier

Storied seaside destination showcasing a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Music Under the Stars and Automotive Marvels

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$60

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$ 12

Hollywood Bowl

Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Directions

Petersen Automotive Museum

A vast collection of autos including restored antiques, race cars & vehicles from famous movies.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$60

19 - 23 min

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Greystone Mansion & Gardens: The Doheny Estate

Visitors can take self-guided tours of this sprawling mansion & grounds, a location in many films.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Fossils, Art, and Culinary Delights

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$150

La Brea Tar Pits and Museum

Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$56

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$94

14 - 21 min

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The Original Farmers Market

Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Lights, Camera, Action! A Day of Museums

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$244

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$ 12

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

Modern museum dedicated to the history of film in the United States & throughout the world.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$94

28 - 34 min

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Directions

GRAMMY Museum L.A. Live

Interactive exhibits & showbiz artifacts honor music greats past & present at this sprawling center.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$56

6 - 8 min

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Directions

The Broad

Modern art museum with a honeycomb-like facade housing rotating exhibits, plus a shop & restaurant.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$94

Day 8Lights, Camera, Thrills! Universal Studios

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$327

Universal Studios Hollywood

Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$327

Day 9History, Art, and Botanical Beauty

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$210

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$ 12

Japanese American National Museum

Art, artifacts & historical exhibits exploring over 130 years of the Japanese-American experience.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$60

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Norton Simon Museum

Unconventional building housing a noted collection of European & Asian art plus a sculpture garden.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$56

21 - 26 min

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The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Expansive complex housing art galleries with famous works, rare-book collections & lush gardens.

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$94

Day 10Studio Secrets and Celestial Wonders

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$259

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$ 12

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$259

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Griffith Park

Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & the L.A. Zoo.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Griffith Observatory

This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $1769 In total

Activities & Food:$1697

Transport:$72