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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Timed, 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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EatDowntown

Grand Central Market

Food hall with stands to eat different types of food or buy seafood, spices, beans and peas, liquors and more. Very charming and lively place. Full of locals and tourists. Parking garage entrance 308 S Hill St ($5.50 min, $25 max).

Open now · closes 9 pmBuilt 1898

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BuyFarmers marketDowntown

Arts District

The Arts District houses a plethora of unique clothing, houseware and knick-knack boutiques, amidst a rapidly evolving area.

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

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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.

BuyWest

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

BuyWest

Brentwood 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.

BuyWest

Westfield 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

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.

BuyMarket

Nairi Market

Meat, Deli, Grocery, Fish, We cook meat or fish by pounds a small supermarket

Open now · closes 7 pmWheelchair accessible

BuyFarmers market

Los Angeles

Experiences

Golden Hour at the Palladium

Echo Park Sunset Circuit

Golden Hour at Improv

MacArthur Park Weekend Walk

Golden Hour at the Peacock

Golden Hour at the Bradbury

93 places match

Grand Central Market

Arts District

Farmers Market

Flower District

Santee Alley

Nijiya Market

The Grove

Brentwood Country Mart

Westfield Century City

Westwood Village

Nairi Market

Echo Park Farmers' Market

Hollywood Farmers Market

Culver City Farmers Market

Aldays Produce

Atwater Village Farmers' Market

C&k Importing Co.

Farmers Market

Helen Albert Certified Farmers' Market

La Cienega Farmer's Market

La Fruteria

Melrose Place Farmers Market

Panda Produce

Pershing Square Farmers Market

Silver Lake Farmers Market

Wellington Square Farmers Market

Ams-Exotic

Black on the Block

Historic Downtown Farmers Market

LA Rivers Farmers' Market