10Best's Los Angeles Attractions & Activities
-- Kelly Sigmon, 10Best Travel Editor
As you'd expect, Los Angeles offers a truly extensive variety of things to see and do, catering to starstruck tourists and "been there, done that" residents alike. Visitors might want to start with the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Grauman's Chinese Theatre, two spots where old and new Hollywood come together. Universal Studios, NBC Studios, and the "Hollywood" sign provide similar thrills. A welcome break from pop culture can be found at the Getty Center and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art – both feature European and American art of the highest quality in informative, well-organized exhibitions. Contrary to popular opinion, there's lots of green space in the LA metro area, perfect for a stroll between sightseeing destinations. Do a bit of hiking at Griffith Park in the Santa Monica Mountains, or meander through the rose garden at Exposition Park. Seeking an escape from the crowds? Hidden gems abound in LA. Try the Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden on UCLA's campus or the thought-provoking Museum of Tolerance.