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The Getty Center
As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles and 1 other guide
Ollie #1 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 937 reviews
Owner description: Spectacular museum boasts a most impressive collection by such luminaries as Van Gogh, Monet and Cezanne, along with the architectural triumph of its...... more » Owner description: Spectacular museum boasts a most impressive collection by such luminaries as Van Gogh, Monet and Cezanne, along with the architectural triumph of its six buildings and gardens. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums; Architectural Buildings; Lookouts; Museums; Gardens
Distance  13.3 miles from city center
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Walt Disney Concert Hall
As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles
Ollie #2 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 193 reviews
Home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, this concert hall is designed to be one of the most acoustically sophisticated in the world.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Theaters; Symphonies; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Concerts
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
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IRIS by Cirque du Soleil
Ollie #3 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 216 reviews
Owner description: IRIS A Journey through the World of Cinema(™), the first permanent production from Cirque du Soleil® in Los Angeles and taking up residence...... more » Owner description: IRIS A Journey through the World of Cinema(™), the first permanent production from Cirque du Soleil® in Los Angeles and taking up residence exclusively at the world-renowned Kodak Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center. IRIS is a lyrical, fanciful, kinetic foray through the world of cinema bringing together dance, acrobatics, live video, and filmed sequences and takes spectators on a fantastic voyage through the history of cinema and its genres.Featuring 72 performers, 200 costumes, 8,300 square feet of floor surface, 174 loudspeakers, 603 lighting features, 20 video projectors, and 166,000 watts of sound, IRIS joins the other Cirque du Soleil resident productions in scale, scope and size. IRIS is written and directed by French director-choreographer Philippe Decoufle, whose credits include opening and closing ceremonies of the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville. IRIS features music by Grammy® and Emmy Award® winner and Academy Award® nominee Danny Elfman. « less
Attraction type  Performances
Distance  11.9 miles from city center
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Griffith Observatory
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Ollie #4 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 734 reviews
A non-profit space observatory located in Griffith Park whose purpose is to provide the public with information on astronomy and related sciences.
Attraction type  Observatories/ Planetariums; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  5.5 miles from city center
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Getty Center
Ollie #5 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 56 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  4.3 miles from city center
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Westwood Memorial Park
Ollie #6 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 49 reviews

Small  cemetery with a large number of graves of stars and other Hollywood folk. more »

Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  11.3 miles from city center
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The Greek Theatre
Ollie #7 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 55 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  5.4 miles from city center
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ArcLight Cinemas
Ollie #8 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 88 reviews
Attraction type  Movie Theaters
Distance  5.6 miles from city center
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art
As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles
Ollie #9 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 186 reviews
Owner description: Since its inception in 1965, LACMA has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography—and represents Los Angeles’...... more » Owner description: Since its inception in 1965, LACMA has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography—and represents Los Angeles’ uniquely diverse population. Today, the museum features particularly strong collections of Asian, Latin American, European, and American art, as well as a new contemporary museum on its campus, BCAM. With this expanded space for contemporary art, innovative collaborations with artists, and an ongoing transformation project, LACMA is creating a truly modern lens through which to view its rich encyclopedic collection—more than 100,000 works strong. With this much to explore, we encourage you to spend an entire day with us, delving deep into the work of your favorite artists, taking a free tour, catching a film or concert, or just letting your curiosity lead the way. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  6.6 miles from city center
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Skirball Cultural Center
As featured in Los Angeles for young kids
Ollie #10 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Owner description: This museum and cultural center holds the world's fifth-largest collection of artifacts concerning Judaism and American life. Noah's Ark is an...... more » Owner description: This museum and cultural center holds the world's fifth-largest collection of artifacts concerning Judaism and American life. Noah's Ark is an interactive playspace for families, with a separate timed admission ticket. « less
Attraction type  Specialty Museums; History Museums
Distance  14.3 miles from city center
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Griffith Park
Ollie #11 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 160 reviews

Comprising over 4,000 acres, Griffith Park one of the largest urban parks in the world and is home to a number of wonferful  attractions.  Also, if you're from out of state, it... more »

Attraction type  Parks
Distance  5.0 miles from city center
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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
As featured in Los Angeles for young kids
Ollie #12 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Owner description: The county's natural history museum has a new Dinosaur Hall containing three T. rex specimens. Children will enjoy the interactive Discover Center and...... more » Owner description: The county's natural history museum has a new Dinosaur Hall containing three T. rex specimens. Children will enjoy the interactive Discover Center and live animal and story presentations. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums
Distance  3.5 miles from city center
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Los Angeles Central Library
Ollie #13 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Restored, historic library with Egyptian influenced architecture.
Attraction type  Libraries
Distance  0.6 miles from city center
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California Science Center
As featured in Los Angeles for young kids
Ollie #14 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Owner description: Formerly known as the California Museum of Science and Industry, this interactive museum includes these exhibits: World of Life, Creative World, World...... more » Owner description: Formerly known as the California Museum of Science and Industry, this interactive museum includes these exhibits: World of Life, Creative World, World of the Pacific and Worlds Beyond. « less
Attraction type  Science Museums
Distance  3.5 miles from city center
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Venice Canals Walkway
Ollie #15 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 150 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  13.6 miles from city center
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Nethercutt Museum
As featured in Los Angeles off the beaten path
Ollie #16 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Owner description: The Grand Salon showcases cars of the 1910s to 1930s. There are also collections of furniture, dolls, timepieces and one of the world's finest...... more » Owner description: The Grand Salon showcases cars of the 1910s to 1930s. There are also collections of furniture, dolls, timepieces and one of the world's finest collections of mechanical musical instruments. « less
Attraction type  Specialty Museums
Distance  21.5 miles from city center
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Universal Studios Hollywood
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Ollie #17 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4 of 5 stars 2,107 reviews
Owner description: Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling theme park rides and...... more » Owner description: Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience! Find a full day of action-packed entertainment all in one place: thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio, and Los Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk. Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique experience that’s fun for the whole family. Explore Universal Studios backlot on the legendary Studio Tour. Then face the action head on in heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s biggest movies. End your day with the energy and excitement of Universal CityWalk. All this and much more. Only at Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  8.6 miles from city center
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Autry National Center
As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles
Ollie #18 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Owner description: The Autry is a museum and cultural center that celebrates the history and diversity of the American West. Come see historical and contemporary...... more » Owner description: The Autry is a museum and cultural center that celebrates the history and diversity of the American West. Come see historical and contemporary exhibits, participate in engaging lectures and workshops, and enjoy the wonderful view of Griffith Park. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Specialty Museums; Museums
Distance  7.0 miles from city center
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Petersen Automotive Museum
As featured in 3 days in Los Angeles
Ollie #19 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 126 reviews
Owner description: The Petersen Automotive Museum is dedicated to the exploration and presentation of the automobile and its impact on American life and culture using...... more » Owner description: The Petersen Automotive Museum is dedicated to the exploration and presentation of the automobile and its impact on American life and culture using Los Angeles as the prime example. Encompassing more than 300,000 square feet, its exhibits and lifelike dioramas feature more than 150 rare and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. Covering four floors, the facility features permanent exhibits on the first floor that trace the history of the automobile. Visitors are invited to walk through, not by, exhibits and dioramas and experience settings of early Los Angeles where the world’s first shopping district was designed. The second floor presents five rotating galleries with state-of-the-art displays of race cars, classic cars, vintage motorcycles, concept cars, celebrity and movie cars, and auto design and technology. The May Family Discovery Center is located on the third floor. Designed to spark interest in science by way of the automobile, the 6,500 square-foot, interactive "hands-on" learning center teaches children basic scientific principles by explaining the fundamental functions of a car. A spectacular all-glass penthouse conference center, Founder’s Lounge and kitchen, comprise the fourth floor, which is available for special events and functions. The Petersen Automotive Museum Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, governed by a Board of Directors. « less
Attraction type  Specialty Museums; History Museums; Museums
Distance  6.7 miles from city center
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Grammy Museum
Ollie #20 of 352 attractions in Los Angeles
4.5 of 5 stars 105 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  1.3 miles from city center
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