Thursday, January 26, 2012

5 Things You Can Do When You Visit L.A.

By Harold Spencer


When visiting Los Angeles, you will come across the pulse of the second largest metropolitan region within the United States. The moment that you visit this city, a variety of diverse communities such as the infamous Hollywood region, and the entertaining Downtown section of the city are things you will encounter. Below you will find some of the most popular stops in Los Angeles to consider when planning a trip to an area:

Going to Hollywood

Hollywood is often referred to as the entertainment capital of the world whether you've heard of this district from the media or read about the legends in the pages of gossip magazines. What you will find when you visit this section of the city is the Walk of Fame which is situated along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street. A variety of theatre, radio, movie and television personalities to explore are what you will find honored at this attraction.

Sunset Boulevard

When visiting Los Angeles, most of the time a lot of first-time visitors head for this location to experience an array of exciting city aspects. A variety of clubs, studios, and hotels that have made guest appearances in some of the most recognizable films and TV shows are just some of the well known sights in the area. After you follow this street, another thing you will encounter are a couple of legendary California beaches, which have even served as film sets for the once-popular Baywatch TV series.

Museum Row (Wilshire Boulevard)

The museums situated on this street offer a wide range of themed establishments, which offer exhibits ranging from natural history to modern art. There are other sights you might want to visit such as the La Brea Tar Pits, Craft & Folk Art Museum, Petersen Automotive Museum, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. You should know that a day doesn't do this attraction-riddled row justice when you head for this section of the city.

Disneyland

Mickey and Minnie Mouse are for kids and adults as well. Disneyland is added to the itinerary of visitors of all ages even if it's just to say they've been there. This attraction is a must-see and there are others that only dream about it. The atmosphere is like traveling through a living fantasy whether you hop on the Pirate's of the Caribbean ride, experience Space Mountain, or enjoy a tasty meal at one of the many eateries.

Going to Santa Monica Beach and Pacific Park

In the Los Angeles area, the Santa Monica Beach is considered as one of the most famous beaches and it's been used to shoot films and television shows, such as Three's Company. This youth-filled beach land often accommodates more than 90,000 visitors. Arcade games and rides such as the West Coaster or the Pacific Wheel are some of the features that are included here. Venice Beach is also in the area, which offers great opportunities to rollerblade, catch a tan, and swim. The nearby Third Street Promenade can also be visited by the shoppers.




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