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Griffith Observatory
Rodeo Drive
Santa Monica Pier and Beach
The Hollywood Bowl Museum and Tours
Venice Beach
The Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Getty Center
Hollywood Forever Cemetery
The Museum of Contemporary Art
Travel Town Museum
California Science Center
The Hammer Museum
The California African American Museum
The Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum
The Museum of Latin American Art
The Original Farmers Market
Runyon Canyon Park
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Sunset Boulevard
Grand Central Market
Greystone Mansion and Gardens
Zuma Beach
Third Street Promenade
- Los Angeles offers a wealth of fun for tourists visiting on a budget.
- Free tours of the Walt Disney Concert Hall are sure to delight Disney fans, while open public telescope use times at the Griffith Observatory will spark the curiosity of astronomy buffs.
- Public beaches also abound, including renowned surf spots at Zuma Beach and the hustle and bustle of the world-famous Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach Boardwalk.
- To avoid gas-guzzling traffic jams and high parking fees, visitors can choose the LA Metro system, which offers subway, light rail, and bus service throughout many neighborhoods.
- Some attractions are free only on certain days – please check before you go.
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