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LOS ANGELES VACATION RENTALS, CALIFORNIA |
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Sights and Attractions in Los Angeles |
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| One trip to Los Angeles is not enough to soak in the entire splendor the metropolitan offers. Revel in the glory of Hollywood and the various museums, and places marking the industry's presence. You can even enjoy some of the amusement parks nearby, for the family-oriented fun. |
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Universal Studios Hollywood
Hollywood and Hollywood Sign
Hollywood Walk of Fame and Chinese Theatre
Griffith Park
Downtown Los Angeles
Anaheim's Disney Land
Museums
Attractions at the Nearby Malibu, Santa Monica and Venice Beach
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| Universal Studios Hollywood |
Universal City is home to a functional Universal Studios, one of Los Angeles' biggest theme parks. Universal Studios is a place where you can run into your favorite celebrity or catch him or her live in action. Universal City also features special effects displays, musical-comedy revues and an animal actors’ stage.
The foremost appeal of Universal Studios is the 1-hour Studio Tour, which includes a narrated tram ride that navigates through the whole complex, where you could glimpse some stars passing by, stars’ dressing rooms and even famous sets such as the sets of Jurassic Park III. Entry to the Universal Studios costs $53 for adults, $43 for children under 48 inches tall and free for kids under 3. The parking of car is $10. Opening hours in winters are 10 AM to 6 PM and in summers 9 AM to 7 PM. |
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| Hollywood and Hollywood Sign |
The entertainment capital of the world, seeped in glitz, glamour and riches is home to stars and place for shooting of major shows and films too. The renowned 50-feet high sign of “Hollywood” in white letters has become synonymous with the city, which can be seen from miles away as well.
The legendry hub of film industry, Hollywood Boulevard is home to various landmark attractions and museums, which is swarmed by millions of tourists each year. Some of the most prominent attractions include the cylindrical Capitol Records Tower, Kodak Theatre, Hollywood Wax Museum, Hollywood Entertainment Museum, Hollywood Guinness World Records Museum and Ripley's 'Believe It or Not!' Museum. |
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| Hollywood Walk of Fame and Chinese Theatre |
Take a walk down Hollywood Boulevard’s 1-mile long, Hollywood Walk of Fame. There are more than 2500 glitterati whose in whose honor bronze medallion have been set. The world-famous walkway honors the legendary film, radio, theatre and television personalities such as Marilyn Monroe, Charlie Chapman, Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, whose names have been engraved within pink granite stars.
You’ll also see famous spots like Chinese Theater and Roosevelt Hotel, where the first Academy Awards were held. Chinese Theatre is home to autographed footprints or handprints of over 200 stars including the likes of Clint Eastwood, Elizabeth Taylor, Frank Sinatra and Paul Newman.
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| Griffith Park |
Griffith Park, built on the slopes of a mountain, gives you a great view of both the city of LA and the Hollywood Sign. The best view is from the Griffith Observatory. Near the Griffith Park is the LA Zoo, which has some rare species of animals. Its botanical garden is a perfect place for some scenic beauty and fun for the whole family.
The park offers several activities including swimming, camping, hiking, jogging, horseback riding, picnicking, soccer and tennis. Griffith Park is open from 6 AM to 10 PM daily. Bridle and hiking trails, and mountain roads close for all activities at sunset. The speed limit of 25 mph is strictly enforced on all park roads.
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| Downtown Los Angeles |
| The historic richness of the city is found in Downtown Los Angeles. The city’s Civic Center is the largest government complex after Washington DC. Further down, there is a 44-acre state historic park, El Pueblo de Los Angeles, which commemorates the site where the city was founded in 1781. Its central attraction for most visitors is the Olvera Street, a narrow, block-long passageway that was restored as an open-air Mexican marketplace in 1930. |
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| Anaheim's Disney Land |
| Disney Land at Anaheim is one of the most popular destinations in the State of California. A short distance from the main city, it is a must see attraction for the whole family. Packed with thrilling rides and themed attractions, the magic of Disney Land rubs onto you as soon as you enter. The Six Flags Magic Mountain rocks visitors with some of the best roller coasters in the world. Disney’s California Adventure is another Disney theme park with family attractions like live shows and concerts. |
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| Museums |
| Visitors can visit some famous museums in downtown LA, like the LA Children's Museum, Japanese American National Museum, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, which houses the world’s best collection of modern art. LA has some other unique and fascinating museums like the Museum of Tolerance and The Max Factor Beauty museum in Hollywood, which reveals the secret behind the beauty of the popular stars. The Getty Museum is another one of LA’s star attractions. Set up as a memorial for John Paul Getty, this place has been a major site for art lovers in the world, with 1.2 million annual visitors. Home to a vast number of paintings, decorative arts, sculptures, and photographs ranging from the year 400 AD to the 1980s, the building itself is worth a watch along with the Center Garden. |
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| Attractions at the Nearby Malibu, Santa Monica and Venice Beach |
Malibu, the famous sun-kissed, sandy beach of Southern California, is a short drive from LA. It is your best bet for a swim and a tan. The rugged mountains of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area back Malibu’s beaches. Much of Malibu’s shoreline is privately owned, so it can be quite difficult to find a stretch of accessible sand, but there are some very pleasant state beaches as well.
Just north of the airport, Santa Monica is one of the city's most appealing neighborhoods. The heart of Santa Monica is the 3rd St Promenade, which is a lively pedestrian mall with shops and restaurants. The Santa Monica pier, built between 1908 and 1921, is the oldest pier on the West Coast, and hosts many carnivals and attractions.
Venice Beach is another frequented attraction. Inspired by the famous European town of Venice, the area had a number of gondolas and canals to begin with. The number has gone down now, but the place still retains its charms. |
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