Things to do in Los Angeles

Top 10 things to do

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood™ is the nonstop, action-packed blockbuster entertainment capital of L.A. It has thrilling rides and shows, plus the chance to see a real-life movie studio at work. It's in the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles County and is accessible by car.

4.6 (555 reviews)

Knott's Berry Farm

Knott's Berry Farm features rides, shows, roller coasters and attractions in four themed areas for the utmost family fun. It is located in Buena Park, California, USA.

4.7 (151 reviews)

Aquarium of the Pacific

The Aquarium of the Pacific is located in Long Beach, California. Home to a collection of over 11,000 animals from over 500 different species of marine wildlife, the aquarium welcomes 1.5 million visitors a year and devotes a huge amount of money to conservation, animal welfare, and research.

4.7 (872 reviews)

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

The 300,000-square-foot Academy Museum features gallery space dedicated to a highly immersive permanent exhibition and a schedule of diverse temporary exhibitions; two state-of-the-art film and performance theaters; Fanny’s, the museum’s full-service restaurant, bar, and café; and the Academy Museum Store.

4.7 (60 reviews)

World of Illusions

The World of Illusions in Los Angeles is a brain-frazzling house of 3D delight. The museum is loaded with one-of-a-kind illusions that are as fun to look at as they are to interact with. Remember your camera, you'll want to show your friends!

4.2 (19 reviews)

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Encounter dinosaurs, experience nature, marvel at one of the world’s most impressive gem and mineral collections, and learn how LA came to be on a visit to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles.

3 (1 review)

Battleship Iowa

Battleship Iowa is a retired United States warship. Launched in 1942 and finally struck in 2006, USS Iowa served in World War Two and the Korean War, and was the lead ship in its class. Since 2011, the world-famous ship has been an exhibit of the Pacific Battleship Center in Los Angeles.

4.9 (131 reviews)

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Warner Bros. Studios is a film and television entertainment company headquartered in Burbank, California. Visitors to the studio can take a tour of props, sets, and exhibits of the most defining movies of classical Hollywood cinema. Get up close and personal to set pieces used in your favorite movies and learn about the script-to-screen process. Don't leave your camera behind for this tour of movie history!

4.6 (46 reviews)