Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Los Angeles

Gina B. • October 9, 2011Don't forget your hat and wedges, ladies.

Rob B. • August 11, 2011The most private and family friendly stretch of the Santa Monica - Venice Beach area. Great place to relax with friends, family or chill by yourself. Very relaxing.

Invalid I. • March 12, 2010Absolutely beautiful. Take a camera. They even have a polo field.

Jennifer H. • September 8, 2017Love it. Rent a bike and cycle all the way to Manhattan Beach. Great day spent in LA.

REN • May 1, 2019The perfect location to ride the bike path between the Santa Monica Pier and the Venice Beach Boardwalk!

Kirsten A. • December 16, 2018Visit early in the morning for sunrise or a foggy vista. Added bonus: no crowds.

Heather W. • August 29, 2011great spot for an outdoor workout - - run or walk with a great view--watch the dolphins commute to Santa Barbara in the morning-

Jari R. • October 16, 2015So fun to just be here and seeing the ocean and hanging out with friends!

Shirley A. • October 11, 2010Great place to watch sail boats embark into the Santa Monica Bay.

Matty I. • December 23, 2013If it's hazy out then your view is ruined! Go on a crystal clear day!

Natalie G. • April 24, 2014Favorite hike in all of Los Angeles. Best view.

Monica T. • March 30, 2018Inspiring architecture and grounds. Very well kept home; staff is accommodating, knowledgeable and pleasant.

Kenneth • March 14, 2016Get a room facing the Marina and pool. Quality large modern rooms with good room service food. Nice place to situate yourself on the Cali Coast... You can explore Venice and Santa Monica easily

Sara • February 22, 2011Great place to exercise, jog, bike -- there are a couple of workout bars, too!

Emi S. • January 14, 2013Secret gem for dog hikers! Amazing views of the city and not crowded at all. Take the smaller trails that go up and down the hills for a more rigorous hike.

ᴡ E. • December 17, 2017Great place to go for a walk if you live in the area. Quite the contrast from the busy and touristy vibe near 3rd street and Santa Monica pier.

Andy S. • July 23, 2013It seems steep going up but it's slightly steeper going up on the waterfall side (as in image below)

Peter B. • March 9, 2019Great hike not far from LA with great views of the ocean. The hike itself will take you around 3 hours both ways, walking calmly with stops

Phillip L. • September 28, 2017An wonderful view from the stairs looking over to the Pier. What a view!

Katrina • January 27, 2015Boardwalk, beach, street performers. Totally Venice vibe. Great for tourists.

Michael M. • November 12, 2021Really beautiful park with surprisingly accessible parking. Find it peaceful even though there are busy roads all around it. Sort of an oasis

Taylor • June 14, 2012Beautiful views. Multiple ways to access and enjoy the trail. Vistas from the first turn makes it one of the easiest to appreciate.

DubstepFitness.com • October 30, 2011This is our private spot. Perfect if you want to enjoy the beach with not that many tourist around.

Fatima L. • June 25, 2013One of my favorites! The library is also walking distance :)

Darren W. • August 19, 2016Just beautiful. Take time to sit and meditate.

Robert C. • January 11, 2019Amazing place for a visit. Free of charge. Make sure you watch the into video, do the garden guided tour as well as the permanent gallery. The café is a good place for lunch. A must while visiting LA.

Meg F. • July 25, 2016One of my favorite scenic views in all of LA.

Jack • January 22, 2013Come to start your day, come to read and study, come to hang out and stay for sunset with your dogs.

Hisham ♍️ • September 16, 2023One of these places that are good for pictures. A must see when visiting the city of angels.