Mari's Guidebook
Sightseeing
From doorstep back to doorstep, this adventure takes only about an hour.
From the Observatory trail head, enjoy a hike up a wide, decomposed granite trail. The Observatory is at the top, and there are fabulous viewpoints of the LA basin to the sea.
You might choose to stay longer for the daily Planetarium shows, Space Observatory and Astronomy museum. Or continue your hike further to Observatory Peake.
Cafe and restrooms at the Observatory.
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Griffith Park Observatory Trails Peak
2715 N Vermont AveFrom doorstep back to doorstep, this adventure takes only about an hour.
From the Observatory trail head, enjoy a hike up a wide, decomposed granite trail. The Observatory is at the top, and there are fabulous viewpoints of the LA basin to the sea.
You might choose to stay longer for the daily Planetarium shows, Space Observatory and Astronomy museum. Or continue your hike further to Observatory Peake.
Cafe and restrooms at the Observatory.
The most amazing cars in the world in an equally amazing building.
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מוזיאון הרכב הפטרסן
6060 Wilshire BlvdThe most amazing cars in the world in an equally amazing building.
Main beach in Santa Monica. Pier has rides and entertainment, and is easily accessible on foot from 3rd Street Promenade.
Cirque d’ Soleil sets up their tent by the pier every year for their incredible shows.
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רצועת חוף סנטה מוניקה
200 Santa Monica PierMain beach in Santa Monica. Pier has rides and entertainment, and is easily accessible on foot from 3rd Street Promenade.
Cirque d’ Soleil sets up their tent by the pier every year for their incredible shows.
You’ll see everything here, from muscle fitness freaks to original 60’s hippies and surfers. The epitome of the beach set.
Shopping, eateries and great beaches.
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Venice Beach
1900 Ocean Front WalkYou’ll see everything here, from muscle fitness freaks to original 60’s hippies and surfers. The epitome of the beach set.
Shopping, eateries and great beaches.
Concerts and Entertainment
10 min. away.
My favorite open air amphitheater, nestled in the canyon.
See what’s on during your visit.
The Greek Theatre
2700 N Vermont AveHollywood Bowl
2301 Hollywood Bowl RdCheck out what’s on during your visit.
סטייפלס סנטר
1111 S Figueroa St15 min. away.
Concerts, Sports.
Universal CityWalk Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaGreat rides in the park, shopping, eats.
Hiking
Trails all over. Take the high road or the low road, you’ll have an enjoyable morning walk.
מסלול הליכה בפארק אליזיאן
Elysian Park DriveSports
About 1 mile away.
Home of the Dodgers.
Book your game tickets!
אצטדיון דודג'ר
1000 Vin Scully AveWe’re right around the hillside from Dodger Stadium, and the season just opened for 2024! Book your tickets for games, concerts or family activities.
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אצטדיון דודג'ר
1000 Vin Scully AveWe’re right around the hillside from Dodger Stadium, and the season just opened for 2024! Book your tickets for games, concerts or family activities.
Shopping/Dining
Our trippiest Hollywood local color, eateries, and small shops.
Melrose Avenue
7763 Melrose Ave3+ blocks of pedestrian only shopping and dining parallel to the Coast Hwy. in Santa Monica proper.
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3rd Street Promenade
3rd Street Promenade3+ blocks of pedestrian only shopping and dining parallel to the Coast Hwy. in Santa Monica proper.
Food scene
In Hollywood, about 15-20 min. away, stalls and stalls of produce, meats, cheeses, breads, prepared food, gifts and outdoor cafe seating, at the original LA farmers market.
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The Original Farmers Market
6333 W 3rd StIn Hollywood, about 15-20 min. away, stalls and stalls of produce, meats, cheeses, breads, prepared food, gifts and outdoor cafe seating, at the original LA farmers market.
The best little cafe for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Nestled at the top of Echo Park Canyon in a residential area. Peaceful, in a garden setting, with a lot of local flavor. Enjoy the menu with a Mimosa! If you like a walk before breakfast, you can walk to it from your rental.
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lady byrd cafe
2100 Echo Park AveThe best little cafe for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Nestled at the top of Echo Park Canyon in a residential area. Peaceful, in a garden setting, with a lot of local flavor. Enjoy the menu with a Mimosa! If you like a walk before breakfast, you can walk to it from your rental.
Art Scene/Music
See what’s exhibiting during your stay, and enjoy free live Jazz on Friday nights during the summer.
מוזיאון לאמנות של מחוז לוס אנג'לס
5905 Wilshire Blvd