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Cyril Incore

Cyril Incore

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant city of Los Angeles. Discover stunning beaches, iconic landmarks, world-class museums, and thrilling amusement parks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the City of Angels!

Day 1Venice Vibes
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$0

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$ 32

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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Venice Canals
Italian-inspired artificial canals built in 1905, with sidewalks & bridges for pedestrians.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
18 - 22 min

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Dockweiler Beach
Bustling public beach offering a hang gliding training park, bonfires & views of departing aircraft.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Manhattan Beach Pier
This restored 928-ft. concrete pier is the oldest on the West Coast & features a cafe & an aquarium.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 2Art and Ocean
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$0

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$ 24

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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The Getty
Famous, sizable free museum highlighting American & European art, architecture & manicured gardens.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
24 - 29 min

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Santa Monica Pier
Storied seaside destination showcasing a range of shops & cafes, plus an amusement park & aquarium.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 3Mansions and Tar Pits
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$72

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$ 32

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
17 - 21 min

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La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$72
Day 4Parks and Observatories
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$125

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$ 32

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Exposition Park
Urban space comprising 160 acres with arenas & museums, plus some green areas with trees & gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
59 - 71 min

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Griffith Observatory
This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
21 - 26 min

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The Broad
Modern art museum with a honeycomb-like facade housing rotating exhibits, plus a shop & restaurant.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$125
Day 5Culture and Entertainment
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$75

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$ 40

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Norton Simon Museum
Unconventional building housing a noted collection of European & Asian art plus a sculpture garden.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$75
28 - 34 min

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Griffith Park
Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & the L.A. Zoo.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
32 - 39 min

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El Capitan Theatre
1926 movie house showing Disney films & featuring a pipe organ, a soda fountain & live shows.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
11 - 14 min

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The Original Farmers Market
Sprawling historic market features a range of trendy shops, restaurants & gourmet grocery purveyors.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
Day 6Marine Wonders
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$280

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$ 24

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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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
$180
15 - 18 min

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Battleship USS Iowa Museum
Storied Navy warship offering kid-friendly tours (from the decks to the Captain’s Cabin) & exhibits.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$100
Day 7Magical Disneyland
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$416

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$ 16

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Disneyland Park
Iconic amusement park featuring 8 themed "lands" with rides, shows & costumed characters.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$416
Day 8Gardens and Wildlife
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$185

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$ 24

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Descanso Gardens
Picturesque botanic gardens & oak forests showcasing native plants, water features & a casual cafe.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$75
24 - 29 min

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Los Angeles Zoo
Zoo & botanical gardens open since 1966 containing more than 270 animal species & 800 plant species.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$110
Day 9Hollywood Dreams
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$436

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$ 24

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Universal Studios Hollywood
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$436
31 - 38 min

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Rose Bowl Stadium
Arena home to a storied annual college-football championship game & a notable monthly flea market.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Free
Day 10Botanical Beauty
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$125

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$ 24

AC Hotel by Marriott Downtown Los Angeles

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 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.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$125
54 - 65 min

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Universal Studio Tour
Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring movie & TV-show backlots.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $1986 In total

Activities & Food:$1714
Transport:$272