LA Adventure

Toni Taiwo

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant city of Los Angeles. Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Descanso Gardens, indulge in delectable sushi at KazuNori, and experience the magic of Universal Studios. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary has it all!

Trip to Los Angeles

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Gardens, Art, and Sushi Delights

$81

$ 6

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Picturesque botanic gardens & oak forests showcasing native plants, water features & a casual cafe.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

27 - 33 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$31

10 - 15 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$18

12 - 18 min

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Mon - Sat 11:30 am - 10 pm | Sun 12 - 9 pm

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 2Thrills, Burgers, and Waffles Galore

$133

$ 4

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$109

20 - 29 min

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Quality you can taste

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$12

5 - 6 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

Day 3Concert Halls, Parks, and Organic Delights

$36

$ 10

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Frank Gehry-designed music hall with striking steel architecture & pristine acoustics.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

15 - 18 min

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Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring movie & TV-show backlots.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 4Tar Pits, Museums, and Exquisite Ethiopian Cuisine

$81

$ 4

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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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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$18

4 - 6 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$31

8 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 5Markets, Bowl, and Thai Delicacies

$44

$ 12

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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The menu at Little Dom's features fresh and delicious Italian-American fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$24

8 - 10 min

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 6Aquariums, Parks, and Mouthwatering Fried Chicken

$89

$ 8

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

54 - 65 min

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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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$45

38 - 46 min

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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

15 - 18 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$20

12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 7Magical Disney Adventures and Iconic Corn Dogs

$138

$ 4

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

59 - 71 min

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

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$104

3 - 4 min

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Drop inn for hearty American fare the whole family will love and a lively Character Breakfast with some favorite Disney friends.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$17

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$17

Day 8Art, Healthy Eats, and Pier Fun

$40

$ 6

Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Chef-driven restaurant & scratch bar featuring a seasonal lineup of creative, crave-able dishes & handcrafted cocktails - with a healthy twist. True Food's menu emphasizes wholesome, nutrient-dense ingredients with thoughtful preparations to highlight the natural health benefits & flavors.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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