Landmarks

The Iconic Spots That Make LA, LA

The Hollywood Sign, the Venice Canals, the Griffith Observatory: the places that show up on every postcard are still worth seeing, especially with the right people. These guides skip the tourist-trap version and tell you how locals actually visit. When to go, where to stand, and how to turn a landmark into a real afternoon.

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griffith observatory parking, hours, and what to actually do once you're there

Parking at Griffith Observatory is $10 an hour, card only. Park free at the Greek Theatre lot and ride the DASH shuttle up for 50 cents. Hours and a plan.

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Griffith Observatory: Hours, Parking, Free Exhibits & Sunset Guide

Griffith Observatory is free. Open Tue to Fri noon to 10pm, weekends 10am to 10pm, closed Monday. Parking is $10 an hour, or ride the 50 cent DASH shuttle.

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The Hollywood Sign: Best Views, History & How to See It

You cannot touch the Hollywood Sign, but here is how close you can legally get, the best viewpoints and hikes, its 45 foot letters, and its history.

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Santa Monica Pier: Rides, Food, Parking & Complete Visitor Guide

The end of Route 66: the 1,600 foot pier, Pacific Park rides, the Ferris wheel, where to eat on the pier, how parking works, and the best time of day.

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what to do at walt disney concert hall beyond the concert: a guide for groups

a full guide to walt disney concert hall for groups who aren't all classical music fans: bp hall's 350-person social hour, free architecture tours, the rooftop garden, and the whole grand avenue itinerary.

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