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Sightseeing
Hike up the griffith observatory and enjoy breathtaking views of DTLA skyline! Or, watch the stars through the telescopes and visit the observatory to discover astronomical wonders
145 locals recommend
Griffith Observatory
2800 East Observatory RoadHike up the griffith observatory and enjoy breathtaking views of DTLA skyline! Or, watch the stars through the telescopes and visit the observatory to discover astronomical wonders
Hike the hollywood sign! Definitely a must, especially because you're super close by :)
15 locals recommend
Hollywood Sign Trail
Hike the hollywood sign! Definitely a must, especially because you're super close by :)
Every LA person's favorite hike basically! In the summer/spring, hike up to see the waterfall!
68 locals recommend
Runyon Canyon Road Hiking Path
Runyon Canyon Road Hiking PathEvery LA person's favorite hike basically! In the summer/spring, hike up to see the waterfall!
Venice Beach
1900 Ocean Front WalkLA's most iconic beach!
The Santa monica pier has games for the whole family + rides and great seafood! One of the most popular beaches (if not THE most popular) in California!
94 locals recommend
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica PierThe Santa monica pier has games for the whole family + rides and great seafood! One of the most popular beaches (if not THE most popular) in California!
Rodeo Drive
Rodeo DriveCheck out Beverly Hills and see if you spot any celebs!
Hollywood Wax Museum
6767 Hollywood BlvdSeriously the harry potter world is amazing! They've really upgraded universal studios over the years. Fast pass
highly recommended during busy seasons
3326 locals recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaSeriously the harry potter world is amazing! They've really upgraded universal studios over the years. Fast pass
highly recommended during busy seasons
Shop til you drop at The Grove! One of the hottest shopping centers in all of Southern California! Just ten minutes away from your bungalow
2582 locals recommend
The Grove
189 The Grove DrShop til you drop at The Grove! One of the hottest shopping centers in all of Southern California! Just ten minutes away from your bungalow
Walk Of Fame
6901 Hollywood BlvdNeed I say more? Hollywoods most iconic boulevard!
SO much fun! Magic show, bar, restaurant, you name it! However, reservations are a bit hard to come by. Perfect for families/groups/dates. Try calling and trying your luck! It is very close by your bungalow.
146 locals recommend
The Magic Castle
7001 Franklin AveSO much fun! Magic show, bar, restaurant, you name it! However, reservations are a bit hard to come by. Perfect for families/groups/dates. Try calling and trying your luck! It is very close by your bungalow.
Food scene
I am a hugeee foodie :) If you have specific types of food you like, feel free to message me anytime for more recommendations!
There is always a line at chick-fil-a, but lucky for you we live 5 minutes walking distance from one so you can go anytime to score some amazing chicken sandwich! The hype is real.
98 locals recommend
Chick-fil-A
6750 Sunset BlvdThere is always a line at chick-fil-a, but lucky for you we live 5 minutes walking distance from one so you can go anytime to score some amazing chicken sandwich! The hype is real.
In-n-out is also walking distance from us and is a must-try if its your first time in LA for that iconic burger!
384 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
7009 Sunset BlvdIn-n-out is also walking distance from us and is a must-try if its your first time in LA for that iconic burger!
Amazing Japanese Shabu-Shabu Hotpot! A bit on the pricey side but totally worth it. Expect to spend 2.5 hours here for the dining experience
9 locals recommend
Kagaya
418 E 2nd StAmazing Japanese Shabu-Shabu Hotpot! A bit on the pricey side but totally worth it. Expect to spend 2.5 hours here for the dining experience
Mastro's Steakhouse
246 N Canon DrFor the steak lovers!
Leo's Tacos Truck
415 Glendale BlvdBest taco truck in LA!
Nothing more LA than hot dogs! Pink's is a very famous one that stars frequent!
297 locals recommend
Pink's Hot Dogs
709 N La Brea AveNothing more LA than hot dogs! Pink's is a very famous one that stars frequent!
Yummy French + Asian fusion food! Perfect for brunch or dinner. Fancy, but casual at the same time! Great ambiance
319 locals recommend
Republique
624 S La Brea AveYummy French + Asian fusion food! Perfect for brunch or dinner. Fancy, but casual at the same time! Great ambiance
American fusion restaurant with the cutest ambiance in the heart of downtown LA!
37 locals recommend
Otium
222 S Hope StAmerican fusion restaurant with the cutest ambiance in the heart of downtown LA!
A bit of nightlife + food combined at this lounge + restaurant. A quick scooter ride away from your bungalow!
105 locals recommend
TAO
6421 Selma AveA bit of nightlife + food combined at this lounge + restaurant. A quick scooter ride away from your bungalow!
Best italian food in LA! Difficult to make reservations, so try to do it in advance. They do accept walk-ins, however it may be a long wait!
322 locals recommend
Bestia
2121 E 7th PlBest italian food in LA! Difficult to make reservations, so try to do it in advance. They do accept walk-ins, however it may be a long wait!
Great Italian food with an industrial vibe in the heart of downtown Los Angeles!
32 locals recommend
The Factory Kitchen
1300 Factory PlGreat Italian food with an industrial vibe in the heart of downtown Los Angeles!
Sasabune Beverly Hills
9162 W Olympic BlvdFor the sushi lover!
Such a romantic restaurant with amazing French food. Definitely the place you want to be at for a date night!
142 locals recommend
The Little Door
246 26th StSuch a romantic restaurant with amazing French food. Definitely the place you want to be at for a date night!
Japanese fusion food! The food is pretty good, but the view is amazing! Up the hollywood hills and a quick uber ride from your bungalow
281 locals recommend
Yamashiro Gardens
1999 N Sycamore AveJapanese fusion food! The food is pretty good, but the view is amazing! Up the hollywood hills and a quick uber ride from your bungalow
Open Sundays, 8am-1pm, Rain Or Shine! the Market hosts 160 farmers, producers and food artisans who specialize in every crop that’s grown seasonally around the state and a large variety of culinary perspectives and practices from around the globe. Everyone from local families who live in the neighborhood to some of Southern California’s most respected chefs use the Market as their weekly food source and walk-in pantry.
The Hollywood Farmers’ Market is also a community meeting place with a wide-range of activities and offerings that include live music, activities for children, a rich and varied offering of artisans selling their handmade arts and crafts and book-signings by some of the most celebrated authors in the food world.
242 locals recommend
Hollywood Farmers’ Market
1600 Ivar AveOpen Sundays, 8am-1pm, Rain Or Shine! the Market hosts 160 farmers, producers and food artisans who specialize in every crop that’s grown seasonally around the state and a large variety of culinary perspectives and practices from around the globe. Everyone from local families who live in the neighborhood to some of Southern California’s most respected chefs use the Market as their weekly food source and walk-in pantry.
The Hollywood Farmers’ Market is also a community meeting place with a wide-range of activities and offerings that include live music, activities for children, a rich and varied offering of artisans selling their handmade arts and crafts and book-signings by some of the most celebrated authors in the food world.
Grand Central Market, a downtown landmark since 1917, brings together the cuisines and cultures of LA. Open from 8am - 10pm 7 days a week!
968 locals recommend
Grand Central Market
317 S BroadwayGrand Central Market, a downtown landmark since 1917, brings together the cuisines and cultures of LA. Open from 8am - 10pm 7 days a week!
Park's BBQ
955 S Vermont AveA very popular and amazing Korean BBQ spot!
Neighborhoods
West Hollywood
The trendiest bars, clubs, and restaurants!
Plenty of pubs, restaurants and museums! Definitely check out the Arts District. Plenty of artistic events going on, so be sure to google what events are happening during your dates in town!
737 locals recommend
Downtown Los Angeles
Plenty of pubs, restaurants and museums! Definitely check out the Arts District. Plenty of artistic events going on, so be sure to google what events are happening during your dates in town!
Pasadena
Old-town pasadena is a quieter city, but full of charm and history!
If you're looking for Karaoke, 24 hour Korean food, K-town is your place to go! The city that never sleeps!
230 locals recommend
Koreatown
If you're looking for Karaoke, 24 hour Korean food, K-town is your place to go! The city that never sleeps!
wellness
Right across the street from us is this super cute yoga/meditation studio that also offers a cafe! The cafe is perfect for anyone looking for a healthy dose of brunch
22 locals recommend
Wanderlust Hollywood
1357 N Highland AveRight across the street from us is this super cute yoga/meditation studio that also offers a cafe! The cafe is perfect for anyone looking for a healthy dose of brunch
nightlife
If cute speakeasys are your thing, No Vacancy is the perfect spot! It does get a bit crowded though so arrive early!
201 locals recommend
No Vacancy
1727 N Hudson AveIf cute speakeasys are your thing, No Vacancy is the perfect spot! It does get a bit crowded though so arrive early!
Another cute bar, with a secret entrance! You gotta find the right door in order to enter ;)
120 locals recommend
Lock & Key
239 S Vermont AveAnother cute bar, with a secret entrance! You gotta find the right door in order to enter ;)
It takes a second to find (walk into 800 Degrees and head down the hall next to the “Pick-up Orders” sign), but once you do, you’ll stumble into a fantastic little cocktail bar with well-made drinks, big cushy chairs to sit in, and an impressive vinyl collection for when you want to impress a first date with your DJ skills.
17 locals recommend
Sunset & Vinyl
1521 Vine StIt takes a second to find (walk into 800 Degrees and head down the hall next to the “Pick-up Orders” sign), but once you do, you’ll stumble into a fantastic little cocktail bar with well-made drinks, big cushy chairs to sit in, and an impressive vinyl collection for when you want to impress a first date with your DJ skills.
There's not a whole lot of rooftop bars in LA but ACE hotel has a cute one! It's not super high, but has a cute atmosphere
239 locals recommend
Ace Hotel
929 S BroadwayThere's not a whole lot of rooftop bars in LA but ACE hotel has a cute one! It's not super high, but has a cute atmosphere
Perch
448 S Hill StRooftop bar in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles!
Mama Shelter is a hotel rooftop bar/restaurant and come weekend afternoons, there isn’t a harder place to get into in Hollywood. But if you can sneak in during an off-time (weekday evenings) you’ll find a big roof space with solid cocktails, good snacks, and some of the best people-watching in town. Seeing the sun set over the mountains doesn’t hurt either.
144 locals recommend
Mama Shelter
6500 Selma AveMama Shelter is a hotel rooftop bar/restaurant and come weekend afternoons, there isn’t a harder place to get into in Hollywood. But if you can sneak in during an off-time (weekday evenings) you’ll find a big roof space with solid cocktails, good snacks, and some of the best people-watching in town. Seeing the sun set over the mountains doesn’t hurt either.