Grant's Guidebook
Food Scene
A fancy and delicious Californian food spot for ocean friendly food.
175 locals recommend
The Butcher's Daughter
1205 Abbot Kinney BoulevardA fancy and delicious Californian food spot for ocean friendly food.
The famous burger spot for tourists. Make sure to ask for animal fries with your burger!
336 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
13425 Washington BlvdThe famous burger spot for tourists. Make sure to ask for animal fries with your burger!
The rose flavored Persian ice creams are incredible at this local spot. The nut flavored ice creams are also incredible.
18 locals recommend
Saffron & Rose Ice Cream
1387 Westwood BlvdThe rose flavored Persian ice creams are incredible at this local spot. The nut flavored ice creams are also incredible.
Tacos Tamix Mexican food truck
3801 South Sepulveda Boulevard
Jackson Market and Deli
4065 Jackson AveA nice Bodega with quality sandwiches and coffees.
Sightseeing
TCL Chinese Theatres
6925 Hollywood BlvdAn iconic movie theater in downtown Hollywood.
Who doesn't know the walk of fame? Can be a bit hectic with tourists.
1913 locals recommend
Hollywood Walk Of Fame HQ
6255 Sunset BlvdWho doesn't know the walk of fame? Can be a bit hectic with tourists.
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire BlvdAn excellent art museum at UCLA open to the public.
A good spot to hang out by the beach and experience the essential California tourist life. Make sure to walk on the beach by the water. The Pacific can be cold but beautiful.
2744 locals recommend
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica PierA good spot to hang out by the beach and experience the essential California tourist life. Make sure to walk on the beach by the water. The Pacific can be cold but beautiful.
Want to see some love sports Downtown. You can see the Lakers for a premium or the Clippers for cheap here!
1228 locals recommend
Staples Center
1111 S Figueroa StWant to see some love sports Downtown. You can see the Lakers for a premium or the Clippers for cheap here!
City advice
Don't miss
The Pacific Ocean is a must see.
Make sure to dip your toes in the ocean at least once. Santa Monica and Venice beach are the easiest to access but Malibu is the best for quiet and beautiful blue ocean beaches.
Getting around
Car or ride share is best.
Uber and Lyft can be effective if you don' t want to use public transit. Make sure your phone is charged!
Customs and culture
Kindly walk away from unhoused folks.
Unhoused folks can be loud and disruptive. Make sure to give them space and do not interact. Let professionals support them. It can be heart breaking but respecting their space is essential.
What to pack
It is 60 to 80 degrees most days!
Most people prefer a t-shirt, shorts/pants and some tennis shoes. Sandals are ideal too!
Don't miss
Griffith Park is a wonderful walk.
Check out Griffith Park for a relaxing and secluded walk.
Book before you go
Disney and Theme Parks
Always book a few weeks in advance at the minimum. to guarantee entry we recommend you book tickets months in advance.
Don't miss
The Getty
This incredible art and architecute marvel is now a museum. Make sure to book and advance and give yourself at least half a day to explore. The tram ride up to the museum from the parking is iconic!