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LOS ANGELES ★ Welcome to the City of Angels: ! Few cities can boast of such worldwide recognition that they are referred to only by their initials! L.A. attracts several million visitors a year and is a must on any itinerary. Every day someone, somewhere, leaves everything behind to live his or her «American dream»: of being discovered and finding fame and fortune. So don’t be surprised by the number of would-be celebrities you may see, at any time of the day or night!

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— Because the city is large and the public transit system is inefficient, it is DOWNTOWN ★ Hill, to the west, was covered easier to get around by car. Plan your day well by being aware of traffic rush with stately Victorian mansions, hours and by grouping activities together. You can also check with the hotel to see if shuttles are available to the main attractions. ★ and the area’s stylish residents In the early 20th century, rode down to shop for groceries Broadway was the hub of L.A.’s in the Market’s open-air arcade. by tall twin towers of glass and Mexican marketplace with entertainment scene; with its Today, Grand Central Market’s steel. Free outdoor concerts the feel of «Old Los Angeles»: dozen movie theatres, it had mission is to celebrate the are held here. a pedestrian mall lined the highest concentration cuisines and cultures of Los 350, SOUTH GRAND AVENUE with street vendors, cafes, of cinemas in the world. The Angeles and to preserve the LOS ANGELES restaurants and gift shops. It most famous of these was the legacy of a historic downtown 213-687-2190 was revitalized around 1930 to , one of landmark. It seeks to showcase WWW.GRANDPERFORMANCES.ORG preserve the historic buildings the first movie theatres built in California’s best ingredients, and bring the district back to the United States, which served chefs, and entrepreneurs. Open UNION STATION ★ life. Many of the merchants as a venue for major movie every day from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pay a visit to Union Station, are descended from the premieres. It is still in operation 317, SOUTH BROADWAY, L.A.’s main railway station, original vendors who opened today and shows live Spanish LOS ANGELES to marvel at its magnificent shops there back in 1930. theatre. In the 1920s Broadway 213-624-2378 hall with marble mosaics, its Visitors from around the was abandoned for WWW.GRANDCENTRALMARKET. sumptuous chandeliers and world enjoy wandering around and the decrepit facades of the COM its large wood and leather the marketplace smelling the buildings can still be seen today. armchairs. ever-present tacos at the CALIFORNIA PLAZA ★ 800, NORTH outdoor cafes, listening to GRAND CENTRAL MARKET ★ Visitors and locals alike LOS ANGELES the strolling mariachi music, Grand Central Market first love to relax on the plaza’s WWW.UNIONSTATIONLA.COM and watching Aztec and opened in 1917 and has been in amphitheater-style terrace Mexican folkloric dancing. continuous operation ever since. which provides plenty of ★★ The «puestos» (stalls) sell A hundred years ago, Broadway seating. At the bottom of the Olvera Street is a historic handcrafted goods such as was the principal commercial steps there is a watercourt district considered to be the pottery, belts, leather wallets, and entertainment corridor of with fountains and flowery birthplace of Los Angeles and Mexican folk art. . Bunker islands. The square is flanked in 1781. Today it is a colorful WWW.OLVERA-STREET.COM

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA OLVERA STREET © Los Angeles Tourisme Bureau © shutterstock_1054139933

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HOLLYWOOD ★★ website before you go). We also 5515, , mansions of some of the most When we think of Hollywood, suggest purchasing your tickets HOLLYWOOD popular stars on the planet. we immediately think of online, which can save you time and 323-956-1777 Rodeo Drive is a popular movie pictures and great stars. money and offer exclusive online WWW.PARAMOUNTSTUDIOTOUR.COM shopping destination known for Nowadays, the neighborhood benefits. its high-end luxury boutiques. If has lost some of its «glamour» 100, UNIVERSAL CITY PLAZA you feel like playing paparazzi, of yesteryear since many movie UNIVERSAL CITY BEVERLY HILLS ★★ a paparazzi celebrity tour will studios have left for other 1-800-864-8377 Beverly Hills is the place to see even help you get to know the neighborhoods and many buildings WWW.UNIVERSALSTUDIOSHOLLYWOOD.COM luxury cars and the immense underbelly of the profession. on ★ have been abandoned and replaced by WARNER BROS STUDIOS ★ souvenir shops. However, there is The Warner Bros. tour begins a move to revitalize the area with with a short film that tells the reopening of establishments the history of the production such as the iconic Chinese company before setting out Theater ★ ★ ★ and the on a guided tour of the studios. construction of a major Hear anecdotes as you tour sets, entertainment complex, the backlots and a soundstage, look Hollywood & Highland Center, at real costumes and props, and which includes shops, a hotel, maybe even witness a film shoot. restaurants and the Dolby Theater Fans of Batman and other great (formerly the Kodak Theater), superheroes, Harry Potter, or the home to the Academy Awards. Of famous TV show «Friends» won’t course, there are still the famous be disappointed! You can choose stars embedded in the sidewalks between three types of tours: the along the Studio Tour (the most popular, SUNSET ON HOLLYWOOD and the celebrity handprints and lasting 3 hours), the Deluxe Tour © shutterstock_551056507-Gabriele Maltinti footprints in the concrete of the (a unique look into the movie- forecourt of the Chinese Theater. making process , 5 hours) or the The most interesting section of «Classic Tour» (focusing on the Hollywood Boulevard is between great classics, lasting 3 hours). and . Tickets can be purchased directly You can have fun finding the stars on the website. Tours are offered of your favorite celebrities. every day between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. FILM STUDIOS ★★★ 3400, WARNER BOULEVARD, BURBANK / 818-977-8687 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ★★ WWW.WBSTUDIOTOUR.COM This legendary cinema destination offers the World Famous Studio PARAMOUNT STUDIOS ★ Tour ★ ★ ★ , a behind-the-scenes Today Paramount Studios look at sets, special effects, and produces television shows 90% everything related to moviemaking. the time. This studio tour explores CHINESE THEATER

A must-see! Universal has also over a century of Hollywood © shutterstock_665769004, Sean Pavone created a fantastic theme park on history, with its vast collection the site with rides and attractions of props and set items from past that include Fast and Furious - productions and a tour of the Supercharged, Despicable me, The backlot with its outdoor sets Wizarding World of Harry Potter, of big cities that will impress The Simpson Ride, DreamWorks you with their realism. Enjoy Theatre Featuring Kung Fu Panda an intimate behind-the-scenes and many more. Let yourself be experience in a real working transported into the world of studio, the longest-operating Universal Studios and experience studio in Hollywood. There are the excitement and magic! Don’t two tour options available: the miss Universal CityWalk, an Studio Tour, lasting 2 hours, entertainment, dining and retail between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. every promenade where you will find day, and the VIP Tour, lasting 4 great souvenirs. Open every day 1/2 hours, at 9:30 a.m. or 1 p.m., from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. (hours may weekdays only. Online reservation UNIVERSAL STUDIOS vary with the season: check the is necessary via the website. © Authentik USA, Marylène Fauvelle

★ Noteworthy ★★ Worth the detour ★★★ Must see ★ AND GRIFFITH PARK OBSERVATORY ★ This municipal park is home to the famous giant , on the south slope of Mount Lee. A great place to observe the Sign is at the Griffith Observatory, where you can park for free, visit the planetarium, explore the current exhibits and look BERVERLY HILLS through telescopes. The © iStockPhoto, Kimbuyo observatory is open Tuesday- Friday from noon to 10 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 2800, EAST OBSERVATORY ROAD LOS ANGELES 213-473-0800 WWW.GRIFFITHOBSERVATORY.ORG

GETTY CENTER ★★ Just north of Santa Monica, the Getty Center enjoys an exceptional location amid lush green mountains, at 269 metres above sea level. It is worth a visit for the breathtaking view ★ ★ ★ of the city. The Getty Center is in fact a cultural complex consisting of four housing its permanent collections, another for temporary exhibits, and a GRIFFITH PARK OBSERVATORY research institute. Its central © shutterstock_473171920, Southtownboy Studio garden is a true work of art. Admission is free, but there is a parking fee ( about $20 per car, $15 after 3 p.m.) Note that it is not easily accessible by RV, but you can get there by public transit. Open Tuesday-Friday and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 1200, GETTY CENTER DRIVE LOS ANGELES / 310-440-7300 WWW.GETTY.EDU

SANTA MONICA ★★ Santa Monica is known as a seaside resort town with its luxury hotels, lively downtown and proximity to the seafront.

SANTA MONICA PIER ★★ AERIAL VIEW OF GETTY CENTER AT SUNSET

The Santa Monica Pier is the © iStock-1068333772, simonkr

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end of the legendary Route 66, which connects Chicago to Los Angeles. It is also an iconic structure and the symbol of the city. Visitors flock here for the amusement park with its classic rides and 1922 carousel, and for the magnificent views of the coast and the town from the end of the pier. Palisades Park, a long strip of green with public art, a rose garden and plenty of palm trees, stretches along the bluff just north of Santa Monica Pier. At the end of the park, the 189 steps of The Stairs lead up to Adelaide Drive. Just south of Santa Monica Pier is Santa Monica Muscle Beach, where many people go to be seen and admired, including acrobats and other street performers!

MAIN STREET ★ Main Street is one of Santa Monica’s main shopping districts, especially between Marine Street and . It features picturesque 19th-century buildings and an atmosphere that is at once chic and laid- SANTA MONICA BEACH AT NIGHT back. © iStock-476917550, NicolasMcComber

SANTA MONICA PIER © iStock-1071163328, Ingus Kruklitis

★ Noteworthy ★★ Worth the detour ★★★ Must see VENICE ★★ OCEAN FRONT WALK ★★ Unlike Santa Monica, which is The eccentric Venice boardwalk is a rather posh seaside resort, a show unto itself. It is frequented Venice is very bohemian. For by an eclectic mix of musicians two years, it was a favorite and dancers performing for the hangout of Jim Morrison crowds, fitness buffs working out, and several other stars. The shops of all kinds, vendors, tattoo neighbourhood takes its artists, fortune tellers, homeless name from the many canals people, tourists... In short, it’s that were dug here in 1905 a real circus. Experiencing the to recreate the appearance effervescence of Venice is a must! and feel of Venice, Italy, It There is even Muscle Beach, was even possible to take an which is actually an outdoor Italian-style gondola ride in training center where people what was considered at the enjoy showing off their muscles. OCEAN FRONT WALK time to be an amusement park. © shutterstock_618145523-oneinchpunch

AERIAL VIEW OF VENICE BEACH © shutterstock_778252822, Altitude Images FESTIVALS — Dog Star Orchestra purchased on the official event Dates : mid-June 2021 website. Experimental music festival. Dog www.hardsummer.com Star events take place in various locations and venues throughout Long Beach Jazz Festival the Los Angeles area. Dates : August 13-15, 2021 www.dogstarorchestra.com Come celebrate the 33rd edition of the Long Beach Jazz Festi- Hard Summer val! A great lineup each year Dates : July 31 and August 1, 2021 showcasing the best artists of Electronic / hip hop music the moment, in a magnificent festival. This event is for 18 years outdoor setting. OLD HISTORIC CANALS and over. Tickets can only be www.longbeachjazzfestival.com © iStock-691269954, Meinzahn

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WHERE TO EAT — DOWNTOWN

1 LA LUZ DEL DIA ($) At La Luz del Dia, the food is abundant and inexpensive. Order a plate of carnitas (pork), which will be served with hand-made tortillas and a friendly smile. You can also try something not often seen on the menu... cactus (nopales)! Open Mondays from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday-Saturday from 10 a.m. SUNSET ON THE BEACH

to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 8:30 © Adobe Stock, Uladzik Kryhin a.m. to 8 p.m. 1, OLVERA STREET 213-628-7495 WWW.LUZDELDIA.COM

2 CASA LA GOLONDRINA ($$) This place is legendary and deserves a star. Here, the Mole is rich, tasty, sweet, delicious and served over grilled chicken. Be sure to try a Margarita while relaxing to the sound HOLLYWOOD 6 MUSSO & FRANK GRILL cuisine and a California sensibility, of mariachi music. Guests come ($$$) utilizing the best quality ingredients here for a succulent old-fashioned 4 THE GRIDDLE CAFE One of Hollywood’s oldest from local farmers. Don’t miss the meal, cooked with care. Reservations ($$-$$$) restaurants, Musso’s first spicy wontons, green papaya salad, recommended. Open Monday, The perfect place to start the day! opened its doors in 1919. It was turmeric grilled sea bass or the beef Tuesday & Thursday from 10:30 a.m. The appetizing menu offers several a popular hangout for Faulkner rendang, to name just a few. Open to 7 p.m., Wednesdays from 10:30 choices for a delicious breakfast. The and Hemingway during their Sunday-Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday-Saturday from 10 gigantic pancakes have a very good screenwriting days; other regulars p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 5 p.m. a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Sundays from 10 reputation. It is better to arrive early included Orson Welles and Charlie to 11 p.m. a.m. to 7 p.m. because the dining room fills up very Chaplin. The place is well known for 1314, , SANTA MONICA 17, OLVERA STREET quickly and the wait can be long. its perfectly seasoned Martinis and 310-393-6699 213-628-4349 Open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to Bloody Marys. The menu still offers WWW.CASSIALA.COM WWW.CASALAGOLONDRINACAFE. 4 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 8 typical 1920’s cuisine with tasty COM a.m. to 4 p.m. salads, excellent grilled meats (a 8 MÉLISSE ($$$$) 7916, WEST SUNSET BLVD house specialty) and a wide selection This superb Santa Monica restaurant 3 KARL STRAUSS 323-874-0377 of fish and seafood. Daily specials inspires all the senses with its chic BREWING COMPANY WWW.THEGRIDDLECAFE.COM such as Thursday chicken pot pie. ambiance, inspired contemporary ($$-$$$) Open Tuesday-Saturday from 11 a.m. French cuisine and courteous This downtown microbrewery is an 5 BOSSA NOVA ($$-$$$) to 11 p.m. and Sundays from 4 p.m. service. For an unparalleled dining excellent spot for a tasty gourmet Discover the flavors of Brazilian and to 9 p.m. experience, Mélisse is an exquisite meal accompanied by a glass of beer Italian cuisine. Meal choices include 6667, HOLLYWOOD BLVD. culinary destination you will never or two. The staff is attentive and the pasta, homemade pizzas, burgers 323-467-7788 regret. Open Tuesday-Thursday service is good. Sit on the terrace and excellent grilled meats. Good WWW.MUSSOANDFRANK.COM from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Fridays or inside in an attractive decor with value for money, good service and from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturdays a view of the brewing vats.Open a relaxed family atmosphere. Open from 5:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 Sunday-Wednesday from 11 a.m. to SANTA MONICA 1104, WILSHIRE BLVD, SANTA p.m. and Friday-Saturday until 11 p.m. 3:30 a.m. and Thursday-Saturday MONICA / 310-395-0881 4600, WILSHIRE BLVD (SUITE 100) from 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. 7 CASSIA ($$-$$$) WWW.MELISSE.COM 213-228-2739 7181, WEST SUNSET BLVD Cassia celebrates the fresh, vibrant WWW.KARLSTRAUSS.COM/VISIT/ 323-436-7999 flavors of Southeast Asia, striking a *** Hours may vary *** DOWNTOWN-LOS-ANGELESI WWW.BOSSANOVAFOOD.COM unique balance of soulful, ancestral

Microbrewery $ Inexppensive $$ Moderate $$$ Upscale $$$$ Fine dining LOS ANGELES WARNER BROS 1 = Restaurants UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ★ = Parks to Santa Barbara N STUDIOS ★★ = Beaches 101 5 Ventura Fwy 2

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