A quaint memorial park in DTLA honoring a slave, Biddy Mason, who would go on to found LA’s first Black church.https://www.instagram.com/p/BHQvRWwA3SJ/WHERE: 324 Broadway and Spring St at 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90040WHAT: Memorial park, African-American history, Los Angeles historyWHEN: Year-roundHOW MUCH: FreePARKING: Metered street parkingTerrible, terrible stuff happens in …
Wanna know one of Inglewood’s finest icons dating back to the 1950’s? It’s a GIANT DONUT.WHERE: 805 West Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301WHAT: Giant donut, LA icon, cultural symbol, famous landmark, photo op, hidden gem, and can we say giant donut again?WHEN: Year-round!HOW MUCH: Cheap, since donuts are cheap (like …
The 90210 like you’ve never seen before–actually, you’ve probably seen this place in the movies or something. WHERE: North Santa Monica Blvd and North Beverly Drive; Beverly Hills, CA 90210 WHAT: Cute, romantic, photo op, photo shoots, peaceful, calming, Hollywood, typical LA, bougie WHEN: Year-round HOW MUCH: FREE PARKING: Free …
There’s a waterfall you can hike to in Pasadena, Los Angeles. No, we’re serious. WHERE: 1750 N Altadena Dr, Pasadena, CA 91107 WHAT: Hiking, waterfall, not too difficult, trail WHEN: Year-round HOW MUCH: Free!! PARKING: Lots, ALSO FREE!!!!! Guest writer: Tremaine Tremaine wears SPF 80+. You want to do something …
These Victorian-style houses look straight out of the movie Inception.WHERE: Carroll Ave and Douglas St, Los Angeles, CA 90189WHAT: Victorian houses, old-style homes, photo op, date spot, hidden gem, unique, romantic, quirky, hipsterWHEN: Year-round!HOW MUCH: Absolutely free!PARKING: Tons of free street parking!STUFF TO DO IN LOS ANGELES | HOLLYWOOD | …
A cute little bridge named after William Shakespeare that is a surefire hidden gem.WHERE: Franklin Ave & St George St Los Angeles, CA 90027 WHAT: Beautiful bridge, romantic, date spot, cute, photo op, jogger location, landmark, photographyWHEN: Year-roundHOW MUCH: FreePARKING: You can drive across or park nearby (street parking)STUFF TO …
Windy curvy roads with an awesome view of the LA skyline and lights.WHERE: From the 405 to the 101 Los Angeles, CA 90189; Beverly Crest WHAT: Awesome scenic drive, beautiful, view of LA, La La Land view, city lights, photo op, date spot, makeout pointWHEN: Year-roundHOW MUCH: FREEPARKING: You can …
The curious culture of Olvera Street has gone on for decades and really showcases an amazing part of DTLA.WHERE: 845 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012WHAT: Historic street, Hispanic culture, Mexican culture, shopping, walk, crafts, restaurants, marketplace, photo opWHEN: Year-roundHOW MUCH: Free to walk around!PARKING: Various lots (church, Metro …
Enjoy a bit of history fossilized forever in time. WHERE: La Brea Tar Pits, 5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 WHAT: Tar pits, nature, historical, animals, museum, good for kids and adults WHEN: Year-round HOW MUCH: Free to walk around, $12 (adults), $9 (students and seniors), $5 (children) PARKING: …
WHERE: Rose Bowl Stadium, 1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103WHAT: Events, college football, concerts, historical, festivals,WHEN: Year-round; refer to calendar for specific datesHOW MUCH: Pricing depends on eventPARKING: 10+ lots; pricing depends on eventSTUFF TO DO IN LOS ANGELES | PASADENA | SAN GABRIEL VALLEY | ROSE BOWL STADIUMThe …
