Best things to do in Los Angeles : 1001 ideas / by Joy Yoon.

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1. The classics. Historic sites ; Famous haunts ; Signature activities ; My five favorite ways to feel at home in L.A. / Shaniqwa Jarvis -- 2. Views and sights. Scenic drives ; Grand houses, hotels, and theaters ; Views from bridges and in tunnels ; Beach views ; Sights of sanctuary ; People-watching ; My five favorite views in L.A. / Jenni Tarma ; My five favorite places to "hang" or go on a blind date / Sasha Spielberg -- 3. On the street. Parades ; Art walks and neighborhood strolls ; Street fairs ; Markets and malls ; Capturing Los Angeles / Gary Baseman ; The five best things to discover on the streets of L.A. / Grace Yoon -- 4. Arts and culture. L.A. philanthropists ; Museums ; Art ; Music ; Dance ; Theater & performance ; Film ; My ten favorite cultural distractions in L.A. / James Bewley -- 5. Eating and drinking. L.A. chefs ; Incredible meals ; Famous food wars ; Food festivals ; Farmers' markets ; Gourmet markets ; Dinner with entertainment ; Restaurants with gardens ; Ethnic eats ; My favorite spots for food in L.A. / Ludo Lefebvre -- 6. The great outdoors. Parks and gardens ; Cinema al fresco ; Outdoor music ; Water fun ; Nature and wildlife ; Day trips ; Outdoor yoga ; Surfing ; Beach volleyball ; The five best places to skateboard in L.A. / Michael Leon -- 7. Bargains and splurges. Department stores ; Sample sales, outlets, and warehouse sales ; Boutiques and specialty shops ; L.A. designers ; Bookstores ; La Brea Avenue ; Records ; My ten favorite places to spend other people's money / Kristin M. Burke -- 8. Enrichment and renewal. Literature and spoken word ; Classes and courses ; Acting ; Cooking ; Bowling ; The ten best ways to enrich yourself in L.A. / Mike Sonksen -- 9. City of cars. Car washes ; Classic-car rentals ; Famous gas stations ; Getting around in L.A. in other ways ; My favorite bike rides in L.A. / Albert Yeh -- 10. Only in L.A.. Unique sites and activities ; Disneyland ; Celebrity-owned restaurants ; Celebrity cemeteries ; Studio back-lot tours ; Flea's favorite things about L.A., in no particular order / Flea ; The best things to do in L.A. / Paul Mittleman ; Calendar of events.

The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles explores every aspect of Los Angeles life. Find the best spots to view the Hollywood sign or exactly where to catch postgame fireworks at Dodger Stadium. Track down the most authentic eateries in ethnic enclaves, and engage in L.A.'s legendary food wars, from hamburgers to French dips. Follow the most beautiful routes up and down the Pacific coast, take your own unique architectural tour of the Hollywood Hills, or find out where the city's best bookstores are and read up on it all instead.Organized by theme - from destinations to views and sights, food and drink, and of course the Hollywood trail of superstar haunts and famous locations. This is simply the most helpful and fun guidebook there is to the City of Angels.