Fun to drive in and see the planes - only takes 2-min. Remember to walk around back to see more planes if you have time.
They use an awesome old-school stair car instead of a jetway. Watch out for hop ons. You will get some hop ons.
You don't even need to be a chess player or airplane spotter to enjoy the view from here --on a clear day you can see from Malibu to Mt. Baldy (as well as all the take-offs & arrivals at LAX)
Awesome small plane spotting from the observation deck by Typhoon restaurant.
If you spot the Civil Air Patrol on the runway, ask them if you can peek inside their C-182. They train cadets and love to show kids around if time allows.
Take your kid here and order fries and a milkshake. Go to the park across the street and watch the jets land from about 500 ft. up. LOUD! Read more.
For lunch you don't need reservations. Stick to the sushi (and sashimi) bc the fish is sooooo fresh and good.
