Activities
Los Angeles offers an incredible variety of activities for every type of explorer. For those drawn to the outdoors, the city’s natural landscapes provide endless opportunities. Hike to the Hollywood Sign through Griffith Park or tackle the scenic trails in Runyon Canyon. Head west to soak in the sun at Venice Beach or catch some waves in Malibu. From beach volleyball and paddleboarding to mountain biking and horseback riding, LA’s climate makes outdoor adventure accessible year-round.
Entertainment
2301 N Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
(323) 850‑2000
For more information, go to: Hollywood Bowl Los Angeles County Parks+15Hollywood Bowl+15Farmers Market L.A.+15CDFA
111 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 972‑7211
For more information, go to: LA Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall Reddit+2Hollywood Bowl+2The Times+2
9009 Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310) 276‑6161
For more information, go to: The Roxy Theatre
5515 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 936‑5022
For more information, go to: El Rey Theatre
6010 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(323) 933‑1000
For more information, go to: The Mint LA
FESTIVALS
Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, CA
n/a
For more information, go to: Nisei Week Festival
3650 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90008
n/a
For more information, go to: Leimert Park Jazz Festival Cultural Affairs LA
Cesar Chavez Blvd & Mednick Ave
East Los Angeles, CA
n/a
For more information, go to: East LA Parade & Festival Time Out Worldwide+15Cultural Affairs LA+15LA Korean Festival+15
Culver City & Venice, Los Angeles
n/a
For more information, go to: CicLAvia event Cultural Affairs LA+1Yelp+1
LA State Historic Park
Los Angeles, CA
n/a
For more information, go to: Lost In Dreams Festival LH Spaces+15Lost In Dreams Festival 2025+15Reddit+15
LAKES & CAMPGROUNDS
6300 Balboa Blvd
Lake Balboa, CA 91406
(818) 756‑9743
For more information, go to: Lake Balboa Park Parents+2LA Parks+2Wallpaper*+2
32132 Castaic Lake Dr
Castaic, CA 91384
n/a
For more information, go to: Castaic Lake State Recreation Area Los Angeles County Parks+1Hipcamp+1Hipcamp
22234 Big Pines Hwy, Wrightwood, CA 92397
(760) 249‑3526
For more information, go to: Lake Campground, Angeles NF
Angeles NF, near Los Angeles, CA
(661) 777‑2242
For more information, go to: Pyramid Lake Recreation Area
Angeles National Forest, near LA
n/a
For more information, go to: Henninger Flats Campground Farmers Market L.A.+15Yelp+15LADWP+15
Family Fun
700 Exposition Park Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(323) 724‑3623
For more information, go to: California Science Center Los Angeles Traveler+1Parents+1
2500 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(424) 416‑8320
For more information, go to: Cayton Children’s Museum Cayton
900 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 763‑3499
For more information, go to: Natural History Museum (as referenced in general guides) Discover Los Angeles
5333 Zoo Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 644‑4200
For more information, go to: LA Zoo (as mentioned in family fun articles) California State Parks+1Eventbrite+
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608
(800) 864‑8377
For more information, go to: Universal Studios Hollywood
GOLF & TENNIS
3800 E Glenoaks Blvd
Glendale, CA 91206
(818) 243‑4100
For more information, go to: Scholl Canyon Golf & Tennis Club CDFA+5Scholl Canyon Golf Course+5Brentwood Country Club+5
10101 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310) 276‑6104
For more information, go to: Los Angeles Country Club Los Angeles Country Club
12445 MountainGate Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476‑6215
For more information, go to: MountainGate Country Club Mountain Gate CC
3900 W Chevy Chase Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(818) 246‑1135
For more information, go to: L.A. City Golf Courses contact L.A. City Golf Courses
West Los Angeles, CA
n/a
For more information, go to: Griffin Club LA Griffin Club Los Angeles
FARMERS MARKET
6333 W 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 933‑9211
For more information, go to: Farmers Market L.A. tourism.lacity.gov+7Farmers Market L.A.+7Yelp+7
4301 S Central Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90011
n/a
For more information, go to: Crenshaw Farmers’ Market tourism.lacity.gov+3Discover Los Angeles+3Food Access LA+3
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200 N Main St (Temple & First St)
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(626) 622‑6115
For more information, go to: City Hall Farmers Market CDFA
1146 Logan St & Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 373‑3898
For more information, go to: Echo Park Farmers’ Market CDFA
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