{"id":10087,"date":"2022-07-13T13:51:24","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T13:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/?p=10087"},"modified":"2023-01-23T09:45:17","modified_gmt":"2023-01-23T09:45:17","slug":"what-to-do-in-la","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/what-to-do-in-la\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in LA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Los Angeles is not only the largest city in California, it is one of the most well-known cities in the world. This is a great destination for couples, families and groups alike. If you\u2019re in search of some sunshine in the winter, this might also be the place for you. The city offers beaches and mountains plus many historic attractions to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city of Los Angeles offers public transportation in the form of buses and light rail offerings. That said, having a reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/los-angeles\/\">rental car in LA<\/a> is still one of the quickest ways to get from place to place. Keep in mind that traffic can be chaotic at times, and there are always traffic jams, so plan trips accordingly. Booking an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/suv-rental\/los-angeles\/\">SUV<\/a> is a great idea so you can take a group on a tour of some of the city\u2019s many attractions. This is also a great vehicle to keep your group comfortable on sometimes time-consuming trips on freeways in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"button small\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/car-rental\/usa\/los-angeles\/\">Book in LA<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#art\">1. Los Angeles County Museum of Art<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#disneyland\">2. Disneyland Park<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#griffith\">3. Griffith Observatory<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pier\">4. Santa Monica Pier<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#universal\">5. Universal Studios Hollywood<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#hollywood\">6. Hollywood Sign<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#fame\">7. Hollywood Walk of Fame<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#queen\">8. The Queen Mary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#dodger\">9. Dodger Stadium<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#crypto\">10. Crypto.com Arena<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#eat\">Best Places to Eat &amp; Drink in LA<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1c4RYnuKThHKYZKXesdhSyt3LsYfoxb0&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"100%\" height=\"480\" frameborder=\"0\" 0=\"height='450'&gt;&lt;\/iframe\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must-see attractions in Los Angeles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"art\">1. Los Angeles County Museum of Art<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Los Angeles County Museum of Art specializes in visual arts. You will find Japanese and Islamic art, as well as many other modern and contemporary pieces. The museum offers all manner of textiles, photography and paintings to take in, and it also manages a large library of music and film events. Visitors will also find plenty of items for purchase highlighting the works contained here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/la-museum-art-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"lamppost art installation from above in front of the los angeles county museum of art\" class=\"wp-image-10431 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/la-museum-art-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/la-museum-art-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/la-museum-art-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/la-museum-art-750x420.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/la-museum-art.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/575;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An art installation in front of LACMA. Photo: No Tracers on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lacma.org\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lacma.org\/hours\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>You should plan on about a 2-hour visit to this museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"disneyland\">2. Disneyland Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Disneyland, in Anaheim, is one of the most popular and well-known amusement parks in the world. The park is a short drive to the southeast of the center of Los Angeles. This is a fantastic destination for kids of all ages, and the park contains both Disneyland and The California Adventure Park. You\u2019ll find several rides, exhibits, and multimedia presentations, as well as live shows and plenty of food choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/disneyland-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"rollercoasters and ferris wheels at disneyland in anaheim\" class=\"wp-image-10432 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/disneyland-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/disneyland-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/disneyland-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/disneyland.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/768;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Glenn Taylor on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/disneyland.disney.go.com\/admission\/tickets\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/disneyland.disney.go.com\/calendars\/month\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>You should plan on spending at least one full day or more at the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"griffith\">3. Griffith Observatory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You are unlikely to find a better view of the Los Angeles area than from the Griffith Observatory. From here you can see downtown, Hollywood and the Pacific Ocean in one majestic view. Millions of people have visited the observatory to view space through the observatory&#8217;s massive telescope. The observatory also offers many daily shows and exhibits about the planetarium. Because of its location in the foothills outside Los Angeles, this is a great place to take your rental car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/griffith-observatory-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Up close shot of white Griffith Observatory with black domes, overlooking downtown LA\" class=\"wp-image-10433 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/griffith-observatory-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/griffith-observatory-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/griffith-observatory-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/griffith-observatory-2.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: yhelfman on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>2800 E. Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/griffithobservatory.org\/visit\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>Plan on about 2 hours to see everything here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pier\">4. Santa Monica Pier<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For starters, this pier has a great location right over the Pacific Ocean. It sits adjacent to the city of Santa Monica, west of downtown Los Angeles. The pier itself offers a carnival-like atmosphere with several county fair-type rides, games and food choices. Even if that is not your thing, this is still a great place to stroll and people watch. Ride the Ferris Wheel to get a breathtaking view of the coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/santa-monica-pier-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"drone view of santa monica pier going in to the green pacific ocean with people on the beach on each side\" class=\"wp-image-10434 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/santa-monica-pier-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/santa-monica-pier-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/santa-monica-pier-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/santa-monica-pier.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/684;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: oneinchpunch on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.santamonicapier.org\/faqs\" rel=\"nofollow\">When to visit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>Depending on how much you want to try the rides and games, plan on at least 1-2 hours here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"universal\">5. Universal Studios Hollywood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to visit a real movie studio, this is a great attraction for you. The studios also incorporate several themed amusement park rides and movie-themed exhibits. Universal Studios is the home of several local TV stations, and adjacent to the park you will find Universal CityWalk. This offers all kinds of shops and restaurants, as well as an 18-screen cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalstudioshollywood.com\/web\/en\/us\/faqs\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>When to visit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>Plan on a full day at the studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"hollywood\">6. Hollywood Sign<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing more iconic in Los Angeles than the Hollywood sign. The sign is 350 feet long with letters that are 45 feet high, located prominently on a hillside. There are several locations where you can see the sign in Los Angeles. As such, this makes a great reason to hop in your rental car to explore the sign from several angles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/hollywood-sign-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"a far away view of the white hollywood sign on a hill, with houses in the foreground\" class=\"wp-image-10435 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/hollywood-sign-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/hollywood-sign-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/hollywood-sign-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/hollywood-sign.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Stas Moroz on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>You can see it from various points in northern LA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Open 24\/7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>30 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fame\">7. Hollywood Walk of Fame<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a landmark containing more than 2,700 brass stars set in the sidewalk along around 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard. The names on the stars run the spectrum of entertainment, ranging from actors and musicians to producers and directors. Millions of visitors flock to this part of Hollywood every year to soak in the stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>Hollywood Boulevard, Vine St., Los Angeles, CA 90028<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> Free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Accessible 24\/7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>30 minutes to 1 hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"queen\">8. The Queen Mary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A short drive to the south of Los Angeles is the port of Long Beach. Here you will find the iconic Queen Mary luxury cruise liner docked. The ship offers a hotel, plenty of tour options, as well as dining options. The area of Long Beach where the ship sits is also a great place to walk along the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/queen-mary-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"large ocean liner the Queen Mary, black hull but white on top, docked in long beach outside LA\" class=\"wp-image-10436 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/queen-mary-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/queen-mary-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/queen-mary-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2022\/07\/queen-mary.jpg 1140w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/681;\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Rodolfo Arpia on Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/queenmary.com\/tours\/ticket-passports\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>24\/7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>1 hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dodger\">9. Dodger Stadium<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Baseball lovers will enjoy spending an afternoon at this iconic stadium, which is a short drive to the northeast of downtown Los Angeles. This is one of the oldest stadiums in baseball, although it has gone through many renovations. This gives the stadium a classic feel with many modern touches. Be sure to check the schedule for home games well ahead of time if you\u2019re visiting during baseball season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>1000 Vin Scully Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/dodgers\/tickets\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Varies based on the event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>3-4 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"crypto\">10. Crypto.com Arena<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are more of an indoor sports fan this is the place for you. The arena is home to two NBA teams and an NHL team. You will also find a variety of other sporting events as well as all sorts of other entertainment events happening here. Across the street from the arena, you&#8217;ll find L.A. Live, and the area offers plenty of dining and entertainment options, all in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 900150<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entry fees:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cryptoarena.com\/events\" rel=\"nofollow\">Tickets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Varies based on the event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time required to see the attraction: <\/strong>Depends on the event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eat\">Best Places to Eat &amp; Drink in LA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It should come as no surprise that there are plenty of places to eat and drink in Los Angeles. You will find great locations right in the downtown area. You can also find choices along the water in many of the beach communities around the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Musso &amp; Frank Grill:<\/strong> This restaurant is an icon of the Hollywood neighborhood. It is a fantastic place to cozy up to the bar and order one of their signature martinis. What makes it even better is all the great people watching you can do while you sit at the bar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drago Ristorante:<\/strong> If you are visiting Museum Row in the Wilshire district this is a great spot for pizza, a pasta dish or something like a steak or pork chop. It&#8217;s open for lunch or dinner 7 days a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>71Above:<\/strong> If you are looking for great dining with an even better view, head here. The restaurant sits 71 floors above downtown Los Angeles in the US Bank Tower and offers 360\u00b0 views of the city below. On top of that, they pair wonderfully plated dishes to match the ambiance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make your journey more comfortable with SIXT <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/luxury-cars\/\">exotic car for rent<\/a>. To enjoy your trip with your dream car for a long time, try out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/weekly-car-rental\/\">weekly rental cars<\/a> from SIXT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More about Los Angeles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/where-to-park-in-los-angeles\/\">Where to Park in Los Angeles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/best-small-towns-near-los-angeles\/\">Top 5 Small Towns Near Los Angeles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/road-trips\/los-angeles-to-yosemite\/\">Los Angeles to Yosemite Road Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Los Angeles is not only the largest city in California, it is one of the most well-known cities in the world. 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