Los Angeles holidays give you a real-life slice of the American dream.
Renowned for its outstanding coastline, movie-set backdrops and vibrant night scene, this glamorous city is home to Hollywood, Rodeo Drive and Venice Beach.
Visitors with a taste for adventure will find a host of fun activities here, from surfing in the Pacific Ocean to quad-biking in the Hollywood Hills.
Its beaches, vibrant neighbourhoods and mountain backdrop make Los Angeles a great destination for every kind of trip, including honeymoons and family holidays.
Wander down the Hollywood Walk of Fame, catch an orange-hued sunset from Griffith Observatory, drive to an open-air film, go scuba-diving or discover the city’s mouth-watering street food scene.
Browse our Los Angeles holiday packages and start planning your L.A. experience.
Whatever kind of holiday you’re dreaming of, Los Angeles has it covered. Dive in and enjoy yourself in one of the world’s most exciting cities.
For laid-back summer sun, Los Angeles is the perfect location.
Renowned for its beach culture, gently swaying palm trees and glowing sunsets, you can take your pick of vibrant city beaches or head out a little in search of quiet coves.
You’ll be spoilt for choice when choosing where to hang out, with Venice Beach and Malibu’s Zuma Beach among the most popular spots.
Head to Surfrider Beach, also in Malibu, for surfing, or Santa Monica Beach if you want to be close to the shops or check out the famous pier.
Universal Studios is a must if you're planning a family holiday to Los Angeles and is packed with activities for kids of all ages.
Make sure to get VIP passes to enjoy the experience to the fullest. Once inside, you’ll find some truly cutting-edge rides.
Brave King Kong: 360 3-D and look behind the scenes of famous movie sets. This top tourist destination now includes the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, complete with its very own Hogwarts Castle.
Rodeo Drive, Robertson Boulevard and Santa Monica Place are all great sports if you're looking for some luxury retail therapy.
One of the most popular shopping destinations here is The Grove, between Beverley Hills and Chinatown.
It’s a chic mall with upscale shops and a clutch of restaurants and movie theatres nearby.
Third Street Promenade is also worth checking out, with its open-air mall featuring more than 70 stores.
Making the most of the warm nights is a must in L.A.
Venture down to Chinatown to see the glowing lanterns as you wander the shops and stalls. Climb to the Griffith Observatory for unforgettable views over the city, while the reflection of Santa Monica Pier’s neon glow in the sea is another magical spectacle.
Street Food Cinema events combine pop culture films with the best of local cuisine for a fun al fresco dining experience.
LA isn’t just about shopping and relaxing by the pool, there's an adventurous side to the city as well.
If you’re looking for an active holiday to Los Angeles, surf camps for adults and youngsters alike are available at various beaches, while you can also enjoy a ride on horseback past the famous Hollywood sign. Venture to Marina del Ray to charter deep sea fishing boats, or head to Rattlesnake Park to hire kayaks for an outing on the Los Angeles River.
Running Horse Ranch offers guided quad biking trips.
Try the lavish Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills for a great pool, delicious breakfasts and a super convenient central location close to both Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue.
Another excellent option for luxury holidays in Los Angeles is the Viceroy L'Ermitage Beverly Hills. It boasts a spa, a splendid French restaurant, private balconies and Egyptian cotton sheets.
Mama Shelter, overlooking Hollywood Boulevard, is an amazing hotel with great views of the city – it’s also just a few blocks away from Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
This four-star spot has 70 individually-decorated rooms and amenities including restaurants, bars, a rooftop terrace and a library.
Concierge services will also help you make the most of your city break in Los Angeles.
With its perennially warm weather and nights that seem to last forever, Los Angeles is an ideal destination for a romantic getaway.
For sheer luxury, the Peninsula Beverly Hills has 195 guest rooms, including 38 suites and 17 private villas.
Honeymooning couples looking for Art Deco glamour should check out the Hotel Shangri-La in Santa Monica.
The currency in Los Angeles is the US dollar (USD). ATMs are widely available. It's normal to tip up to 20 per cent for good service in cafes and restaurants.
Los Angeles is a large city and many visitors choose to hire a car to get around. You can also use taxis, the Metro or local bus services.
English is spoken throughout Los Angeles. Spanish is also widely used, while Korean, Filipino, Armenian and Chinese are among the other common languages spoken here.
Dates to bear in mind when planning your trip include Martin Luther King Jr Day (the third Monday each January) and Independence Day (4 July).
Los Angeles is known for its fusion of foods from different cultures.
Being on the coast, it makes the most of its ready supply of seafood, with trendy restaurants like Fishing With Dynamite in Manhattan Beach serving up scallops, clams, oysters, crab, jumbo shrimp and a range of moreish fish dishes. Latino, Spanish and Asian influences are also strong – try Din Chuy's Mexican Restaurant on Jefferson Boulevard for mouth-watering grilled fish, enchiladas and tacos.
Los Angeles has a thriving street food scene, with outlets such as the Filipino-themed Dollar Hits making a real name for themselves.
Los Angeles is famous for its beaches and with good reason – they’re some of the best in the world. Venice Beach defines LA culture, with its busy boardwalk full of larger-than-life characters, giant murals, street vendors and a cycle track that takes you all the way to Santa Monica.
If you want to go further afield, try El Matador State Beach with its secluded coves and picnic spots.
The beautiful Zuma Beach lies off the Pacific Coast Highway at Malibu and is another fabulous place for making sun-kissed memories.
Los Angeles is packed with locations you'll recognise from blockbuster movies, with the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, Sunset Boulevard, Rodeo Drive, Santa Monica Pier and the Getty Centre prime among them.
Visit the angular Walt Disney Concert Hall, designed by Frank Gehry, the landmark Watts Towers and quirky Coca-Cola Building.
Thrill seekers can head to the observation deck on the 70th floor of the US Bank Tower and tackle its ‘sky slide’, a glass-floored slide on the outside of the building.
Famous sporting sites here include Dodger Stadium, the home of Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Dodgers.
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