Los Angeles Usa 5 Day Itinerary

5-Day LA Itinerary: Discovering the City of Angels

day 1: Explore Downtown Los Angeles (DTX)

• Morning: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Grand Central Market, featuring diverse food options from local vendors.
• Afternoon: Visit the Broad Museum and The Grammy Museum. Take a stroll around the Oltman Plaza and enjoy the cityscape.
• Evening: Dine at Bestia for Italian cuisine. Afterward, check out The Last Bookstore - one of the coolest independent bookstores in the U.S.
• Overnight: Stay at InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown or Ace Hotel DTLA for a trendy experience.
• Tips: Download the Metro App to easily navigate the city’s public transportation system.

day 2: Beaches & Venice

• Morning: Grab breakfast at Gjusta and head to Santa Monica Pier and Beach for a morning walk or bike ride.
• Afternoon: Explore the vibrant Venice neighborhood, visit the famous Venice Canals, and people-watch at Venice Beach Boardwalk.
• Evening: Dine at Gjelina Take Away or Tavern for delicious California cuisine.
• Overnight: Stay at Hotel Erwin, a charming hotel with ocean views and a rooftop bar.

day 3: Griffith Observatory & Hollywood

• Morning: Fuel up at Sqirl before driving to Griffith Observatory for breathtaking city views and telescope viewing opportunities.
• Afternoon: Head to the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame and nearby TCL Chinese Theatre.
• Evening: Dine at Mastro’s Steakhouse in Beverly Hills, followed by a visit to the famous Rodeo Drive.
• Overnight: Stay at The Beverly Hills Hotel for a classic Hollywood experience.

day 4: Museum Row & Farmers Market

• Morning: Breakfast at Eggslut and head to Museum Row, home to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) and Natural History Museum.
• Afternoon: Visit the La Brea Tar Pits and browse the famous Farmers Market.
• Evening: Dine at Guelaguetza for authentic Oaxacan cuisine, followed by a visit to The Comedy Store.
• Overnight: Stay at the Hotel Palomar Los Angeles - Westwood for easy access to UCLA and Santa Monica.

day 5: Santa Monica Mountains & Malibu

• Morning: Enjoy breakfast at Blue Plate Oven, then head to the Santa Monica Mountains to hike Solstice Canyon or Topanga State Park.
• Afternoon: Drive along the stunning Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu and visit Point Dume State Beach for whale watching (seasonal) or surfing.
• Evening: Dine at Neptune’s Net for a casual seafood experience before heading back to LA.
• Tips: Rent a car to explore the California coast and consider purchasing a CityPASS for discounted admission to top attractions.