Los Angeles

Experience the magic of Hollywood and see where your favorite movies and TV shows were made on this Warner Bros. Studio guided tour. See the famous Central Perk café from Friends, visit The Big Bang Theory set, and ride around the picturesque town of Stars Hollow from Gilmore Girls. For a grand finale, become a part of your favorite DC Universe and Harry Potter movies on recreated sets.

Street performers, tattoo artists, novelty vendors, Gen-X nomads, hippies, people-watchers and freaks of all kinds come together to create this unique bazaar you have to explore at least once. And don't forget the three-mile beach or the streets that are lined with edgy boutiques. No wonder why this is one of the most popular visitor attractions in Southern California!

Spread over 4,000 acres, Griffith Park is the largest urban park in the United States and has been used as the backdrop for several movies, including "Batman" and "Jurassic Park." It houses the Griffith Park Observatory, and the Los Angeles Zoo. Also within the park are the Autry Museum of Western Heritage and the Travel Town Transportation Museum. Fifty-three miles of picturesque hiking trails as well as swimming, biking and horseback riding ensure something for everyone. Griffith Park is also home to the Hollywood sign, which stands on Mt. Lee.

Between Crescent Heights Boulevard and Doheny Drive, you can indulge in all the glitz, glamour and spectacle of L.A. without traveling more than a few blocks. Sip a poolside or rooftop drink at exclusive bars, or hear live music at rock clubs like the Viper Room and House of Blues.

Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) has one of the finest permanent collections of contemporary art, as well as rotating exhibitions. There are two different centers, the main one being on Grand Avenue, which has a great gift shop and café. The Geffen Contemporary, situated in Little Tokyo, houses larger works and installations.

One of the world's largest arts organizations, The Getty has two locations in Los Angeles and one of them is The Getty Centre. The Getty Center houses a stunning art collection in beautiful surroundings with a breath-taking view over the city. It invites critical thinking and questioning of the world’s artistic legacy.

La Brea’s tar pits have thousands of animal bone and plant remains. Some of the fossils have been dated back to 40,000 years ago. Many of these are on view in this fascinating museum, including the remains of a 9,000-year-old woman! During the late summer, the outdoor excavation pits can be visited with experts demonstrating how the remains are recovered.

Iowa is an authentic war ship that is now open to tourist visits. History buffs will enjoy the guided tours and learning about the ship's glory days, while kids will be kept occupied by treasure hunts. Join the "Full steam ahead tour" where you get access to areas of the ship that is usually not shown to the general public.

One of the cultural symbols of Los Angeles, Walt Disney Concert Hall is said to have the most 'acoustically sophisticated' concert halls in the world. Home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic orchestra and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, this downtown building truly is an architectural wonder not to be missed.

The LA installment of this legendary wax figure museum is worth a visit if you don't have much luck spotting movie stars elsewhere. It is located right next to the TCL Theatre and displays some of the biggest name in Hollywood. Get up-close and prepare to strike a pose next to your favorite celebrities!

With an impressive collection of nearly 35 million specimens and artifacts, this is the largest natural and historical museum in the western United States. A family-friendly museum that has something for everyone — apart from the dinosaur fossils and gems there is also the Los Angeles discovery zone in the basement with live animals and interactive exhibits.