Los Angeles
Frank Lloyd Wright is said to have quipped, "Tip the world over on its side and everything loose will land in Los Angeles," a quote that has since been repeated both by those who love and hate L.A. The "City of Angels" is home to people who hail from all parts of the globe and an important center of culture, business, media, and international trade. However, it's most famous for being a major center of the world's television, motion picture, and music industry, which forms the base of the city's status and lures visitors for its show business history and celebrity culture. Visitors are also drawn to Los Angeles for its Mediterranean climate and numerous beaches, which gave birth to Californi
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Experiences
See allTimed, planned outings built around a specific moment: a sunset, a view, a walk worth doing in order.
- Sunset
Golden Hour at the Palladium
Catch the sunset from the rooftop, fueled by coffee and cocktails.
sunset · 150 min
- Sunset
Echo Park Sunset Circuit
Grab a drink, watch the sun dip below the skyline, then wind down with late-night bites.
sunset · 120 min
- Evening
Golden Hour at Improv
Catch the sunset glow, then dive into the city’s legendary comedy scene.
17:07 · 180 min
- Daytime
MacArthur Park Weekend Walk
Experience the layered history of MacArthur Park, from its cinematic past to its vibrant weekend street food scene.
none · 75 min
- Daytime
Golden Hour at the Peacock
Catch the last warm light of the day on the Peacock Theater before the city lights up.
17:06 · 90 min
- Sunset
Golden Hour at the Bradbury
Catch the late afternoon light spilling into one of LA's most cinematic interiors, then watch the sun dip below the skyline.
15 Jan · 120 min
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BuyHollywoodOvation Hollywood
Something of an attraction in its own right, this massive shopping complex is the home of the Dolby Theatre (where the Oscars are held) and adjacent to Grauman's Chinese Theatre. The streetfront facing Hollywood Blvd is lined with giant advertisements and LED signs, making it seem like a miniature Times Square. Its four levels hold a food court and numerous retail chains, and since its construction it has become the location of most tourist-oriented services in Hollywood, like bus tours and information centers.
Open now · closes 10 pm
BuyFarmers marketDowntownArts District
The Arts District houses a plethora of unique clothing, houseware and knick-knack boutiques, amidst a rapidly evolving area.
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BuyBookshopDowntownThe Last Bookstore
California's largest used/new book and record store in downtown LA. In a downtown LA loft totaling, it has over 250,000 used and new books and 10,000 records for sale on 2 floors with a yarn gallery, arts and rare book annex and a small art gallery. Events like book reviews, book signings and open mic nights are held here as well.
Open now · closes 11 pmLimited wheelchair access
BuyDowntownFashion District
The area is largely a manufacturing and wholesale showroom center, with hundreds of retail shops carry cheaply made and priced goods catering to budget shoppers and the large Latin-American community that work in the area. It's being injected with a dose of young trendy brands like Acne, Oak, and Aesop, mostly centered around 9th & Broadway, but still a good spot to stock up on cheap basics like socks and t-shirts, or, for the DIY crowd, hit one of the numerous huge fabric stores that stock just about every type of fabric, lace, and general bric-a-brac imaginable.
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Amoeba Music
The country's largest independent music store, Amoeba has three locations including Hollywood, Berkeley and San Francisco. Prices are slightly higher than at the discount stores, but the selection is enormous and just about any obscure record you could imagine is to be found somewhere on the shelves.
Open now · closes 11 pm
- BuyFarmers marketWilshire
Farmers Market
A historic market complex dating from the 1930s with lots of produce stands, shops and gourmet restaurants, and today it remains a popular spot for locals to pick up fresh produce. A tourist trolley offers free rides between the Farmers Market and The Grove.
Open now · closes 9 pm
BuyDowntownJewelry District
Wonder where all of those West Coast Rappers get their bling bling? Well, if they are frugal, they get it in the Jewelry District. Bounded by Olive-Broadway and 6th-7th, it is conveniently close to Pershing Square (parking and Red line access).
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Flower District
The cheapest place to buy flowers in the city, it's where most of the florists get their supply. Come very early for the best selection. Two huge warehouses spread across both sides of Wall Street (the Original Los Angeles Flower Market and the Southern California Flower Market).
$1 admission Sa, $2 admission M-F
- BuyFlea marketDowntown
Santee Alley
Fashion District
A bustling outdoor flea market crammed in an alley, home of knock off designer labels and impossibly crappy jewelry. Come here for interesting atmosphere, or to buy cheap socks.
- BuyDeliWilshire
Monsieur Marcel
If you enjoy cheese and wine, then you'll love shopping here! Monsieur Marcel is a delightful French deli in the Farmers Markets on 3rd Avenue where you can stock up on a range of gourmet produce, but most importantly there's over 500 vintage of wine on offer with a range of experienced staff to help you make your decisions.
Open now · closes 9 pm
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Frederick's of Hollywood
During the golden years of Hollywood, all the superstars were wearing Fredericks, from Greta Garbo to Mae West to Marilyn Monroe. Today, the store is a lot less polished but still a good place to pick up glamorous lingerie.
Open now · closes 9 pm
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Nijiya Market
A Japanese market located in the 'Little Osaka' neighborhood. Can be a slightly pricier option, but the selection and variety are good. Their produce department is a good place to start when looking for harder-to-find fruits and ingredients.
Open now · closes 11:30 pm
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The Grove
An outdoor shopping and entertainment complex that will appeal to tourists that want to shop, with most of the fashion chains you can expect to find at any upscale mall, as well as some restaurants and a movie theater. At the center of the complex is a dancing fountain, and a tourist trolley offers free rides between The Grove and the adjacent Farmers Market.
Open now · closes 10 pm
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The Time Travel Store
Apparel, supplies, and sundries for the discriminating time traveler. You got your canned Mammoth Chunks, your robot repair parts, and the ever-popular Viking Odorant. (All proceeds from sales go towards the shop's real reason for being: the 826LA writing workshop program for school-age students.) There's another location in Mar Vista.
Open now · closes 6 pm
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The Time Travel Store
Apparel, supplies, and sundries for the discriminating time traveler. You got your canned Mammoth Chunks, your robot repair parts, and the ever-popular Viking Odorant. (All proceeds from sales go towards the shop's real reason for being: the 826LA writing workshop program for school-age students.) There's another location in Echo Park.
Tue-Sat, irregular hours (call ahead)
BuyWestBrentwood Country Mart
A small shopping center on the border of Brentwood and Santa Monica. The motif may be rural, but the shopping is less 'shabby', more 'chic'. Features boutique shops and the Farmshop market/restaurant.
- BuyWilshire
Decades Inc.
This shop is the place to go for vintage 1960s and 1970s couture and accessories.
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El Mercado de Los Angeles
El Mercadito
An indoor shopping center in Boyle Heights that is meant to emulate a traditional Latin American marketplace, with lots of local vendors selling authentic Mexican food and wares, some of which are hard to find north of the border. The bottom two floors are full of stalls and eateries, while the third floor is a popular mariachi restaurant. Spanish is the norm here, so it helps to know even some simple phrases.
Open now · closes 8 pm
- BuyHollywood
IPED Foot Spa
If you are tired of walking a long day in Hollywood. Iped offers 1 hour foot massage for as little as $25.
Open now · closes 10 pm25+
BuyWestWestfield Century City
Century City Mall
An upscale shopping center in the Century City neighborhood, featuring an AMC 14 Cineplex, Bloomingdales, Gelson's Market, and Macy's. Upscale fashion on the first floor, while the second floor has restaurants (highlights include the excellent Chinese hot pot chain Haidilao and New Zealand ice cream shop Hokey Pokey) and midrange shopping. Underground parking garage.
Open now · closes 9 pm
- BuyWest
Mitsuwa Marketplace
A Japanese supermarket with several locations in the US, boasting a collection of Japanese food shops in its food court such as Santouka Ramen, Tendon Hannosuke tempura, Sanuki Sandou Udon, Misasa, and Daikichi Sushi.
- BuyWest
Westwood Village
A pedestrian friendly shopping district adjacent to UCLA. Features American Apparel, Bel Air Camera, Buffalo Exchange thrift store, Target, Trader Joe's market, Urban Outfitters, Whole Foods, and a selection of smaller shops and services.
- BuyNorthwest Not mapped
Los Feliz Village
A hip and trendy strip of N Vermont Ave, with shops such as Other Wild, The Bell Jar and Squaresville. Great coffee at Bru and novelty, old timey pie/shakes at House of Pies.
- BuyNorthwest Not mapped
Sunset Junction
Has long been known for cheap furniture and antique shops, and now is home to several trendy clothing stores and some good restaurants and cafés. It's also the center of a summertime street fair of the same name known for its indie rock shows.
- BuyWest
Giant Robot
Featuring Japanese pop-culture toys and merchandise.
Open now · closes 8 pm
- BuySouth
Kopeikin Gallery
Photography gallery with rotating exhibits.
- BuySouth Not mapped
The Shops at USC Village
3215 S Hoover St
- BuyMarket
Nairi Market
Meat, Deli, Grocery, Fish, We cook meat or fish by pounds a small supermarket
Open now · closes 7 pmWheelchair accessible
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K-Pop Music Town
123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street
Open now · closes 8:30 pm
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LA Librería
4572 1/2 West Adams Boulevard
Open now · closes 4:30 pm
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