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Los Angeles, meaning ‘The City of Angels' rests between mountains, ocean, and desert. Founded in 1781 by Spanish settlers, the city now represents over a hundred different cultures, with almost a hundred languages; from this came the modern ethnic enclaves within which the city is organised. For the tourist, the city is unique; criss-crossed by freeways, rimmed by beaches, home to generations of movie stars, there's a difficult choice between surf, sun, Disneyland or basking in reflected stardom in Beverly Hills. Hollywood Boulevard, though fallen from its previous glory, still offers the visitor a glimpse of its legendary past.

Los Angeles Attractions

Universal Studios Hollywood
1000 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, Los Angeles, California 91608 Tel: +1 818 622 3750

In the true sprit of Hollywood this park is packed with the latest special effects and rides to the themes of many famous films.


Disneyland
1313 South Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, Orange County, California 92802
Tel: +1 714 999 4565

Disneyland, along with Disney World, Florida are without doubt the most famous theme parks in the world. This park offers a huge selection of rides and activities for both adults and children.


Griffith Park Observatory and Planetarium
Los Feliz, Los Angeles, California 90027
Tel: +1 213 665 5188

This is the largest municipal park in the U.S. It also contains one of the largest space telescopes open to the public. Entrance is free.


The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
250 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90012
Tel: +1 213 626 6222

Permanent collection, thematic exhibitions of international scope. Painting, sculpture and environmental works created since 1940.


Rodeo Drive
Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California

The place to shop in 'style' with its large selection of the most exclusive shops found anywhere.


Magic Mountain
Valencia, Los Angeles, California 91355
Tel: +1 818 367 5967

Recommended by the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles. A park of roller coaster rides and fun entertainment for all the family.


The Museum of Tolerance
9786 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles 90035, California
Tel: +1 310 553 8403

This museum is very well presented and looks deeply into the history of human rights' atrocities throughout the world.