Timeline
15:57
Grab a half-pint of Persian-style ice cream. The date and rosewater flavors are distinct, and the cucumber is a surprising favorite. Since lines can form, arriving early helps, but the shop is open well into the evening.
16:12
Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden
Walk to the Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden. Stroll through the tropical plants and follow the stream. The gardens offer a quiet, green escape from the city noise, perfect for clearing your head before the main event.
16:47
Westwood Village Memorial Park
Head to Westwood Village Memorial Park. Find a spot near the graves of Hollywood legends like Marilyn Monroe or Dean Martin. As the sun dips toward the WSW, the light softens over the headstones, creating a quiet, reflective atmosphere.
17:27
End the evening with a hearty meal at Shamshiri. The portions are giant, so you will likely have enough for lunch tomorrow too. Try the Bademjan, a lamb shank and aubergine stew that warms you up as the night cools down.
Local tip
The botanical garden closes at 16:00 on weekends, so if you are visiting on a Saturday or Sunday, you must start your ice cream stop earlier to ensure you have enough time to walk through the garden before it shuts. The memorial park and restaurant remain open late.
Check before you go
- Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden: Mo-Fr 08:00-17:00; Sa,Su 08:00-16:00.
- Saffron and Rose Ice Cream: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00.
- Shamshiri: Mo-Su 11:00-22:00.
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