Los Angeles holidays

Soak up iconic LA views, with skyline lookouts and Hollywood Sign moments that feel properly cinematic from day to night.

• Snap the city from the main terrace
• Walk the trails for Hollywood Sign views
• Pop into the space and science exhibits
• Time it for sunset, then stay for the lights

End the night under the stars, and LA looks unreal from up here.

Get that pinch-me LA moment, with iconic hillside views and selfie spots that turn a simple walk into a proper movie scene

• Hike up for front-on sign view
• Snap it from scenic lookouts nearby
• Pair it with Griffith Park trails
• Go early for cooler, quieter vibes

Get that classic photo, and you’ve officially done LA.

Lace up for an easy city escape, where hilltop views, fresh air, and peak people-watching make it feel like LA’s outdoor living room.

• Pick a trail that matches your mood
• Pause at the viewpoints for a skyline snap
• Spot celeb dogs and serious fitness energy
• Cool down with a post-hike coffee nearby

Wrap it up feeling smug, sweaty, and totally recharged.

Turn up the glam, where glossy storefronts and designer daydreams serve pure sparkle from window-shopping to wow moments.

• Stroll Rodeo Drive for the fashion flex
• Explore the Golden Triangle nearby
• Snap the iconic streets and storefronts
• Stop for a fancy coffee or lunch

End with a little retail fantasy and a lot of Beverly Hills shine.

Get your culture fix with world-class art, bold architecture, and panoramic views that make a museum day feel like a full-on LA experience.

• Ride the tram up for the entrance views
• Explore the galleries at your own pace
• Wander the gardens for calm moments
• Stay for golden hour over the city

Finish with a sunset view and you’ll feel very smug about your day out.

Tap into classic LA star power, where icons, selfies, and street energy collide right in the heart of the action.

• Hunt down your favourite stars
• Spot the TCL Chinese Theatre nearby
• Peek at the handprints and history
• Grab photos with the full Hollywood backdrop

Close it out with a quick snap, then head off to your next LA moment.

If you want one meal in LA that feels like an event, these are the tables worth planning around.

• Providence (Hollywood) – seafood-led fine dining, quietly immaculate.
• n/naka (Palms) – kaiseki that people plan holidays around.
• Mélisse (Santa Monica) – polished, modern French, special-occasion energy.
• Vespertine (Culver City) – boundary-pushing tasting menu, for the adventurous.

Book early, arrive hungry, and let the evening do what LA does best: quietly show off.

These are the LA institutions that have earned their reputation, and still feel exciting every time you sit down.

• Bestia (Arts District) – Italian done with edge, always buzzing
• République (Mid-Wilshire) – bakery by day, brilliant plates by night.
• Guelaguetza (Koreatown) – Oaxacan institution, especially for mole.
• Musso & Frank Grill (Hollywood) - old-Hollywood booths.

Come for the classics, stay for the reminder that in LA, “iconic” can still mean right now.

Without the dress code, these are the spots LA does best, relaxed, loud with flavour, and worth the detour.

• Holbox (Exposition Park) –  bright Baja seafood, done properly.
• .Howlin’ Ray’s (Chinatown/Pasadena) – hot chicken worth the wait.
• Mariscos Jalisco (Boyle Heights) – crispy shrimp tacos, legendary for a reason.
• Sonoratown (Downtown, Mid-City) - carne asada and flour tortillas, simply excellent.

Turn up hungry, keep it simple, and trust the queue, it usually knows exactly what it’s doing.

Cocktails don’t need to shout; they just arrive perfectly balanced and quietly confident. These are the bars that do the classics impeccably.

• Death & Co (Arts District) – low-lit, high craft, no bad choices.
• Thunderbolt (Historic Filipinotown) – inventive drinks with a bright, modern edge.
• Mírate (Los Feliz) – mezcal-led, lush, and slightly transportive.
• Everson Royce Bar, ERB (Arts District) – relaxed energy, seriously good pours

Pick one, order what they’re known for, and let the rest take care of itself.

Sometimes the best part of the drink is what’s happening around it, namely, LA glittering below you. These rooftops get you the view.

• Perch (Downtown LA) – rooftop buzz with skyline sparkle.
• Spire 73 (Downtown LA) – open-air height, big-city feeling.
• Harriet’s Rooftop (West Hollywood) – polished, playful, very LA after dark.
• Broken Shaker (Downtown LA, Freehand) – easygoing rooftop with tropical leanings.

Go for golden hour, stay until the city turns the lights on.

When LA does escapism, it commits to strong drinks, dim lighting, and a sense of mischief you didn’t have at 6pm. 

• Tiki-Ti (Los Feliz) – tiny, iconic, and brilliantly chaotic.
• Tonga Hut (North Hollywood) – classic tiki comfort, no irony required.
• Pacific Seas at Clifton’s (Downtown LA) – maximalist tiki theatre in the best way.
• La Descarga (Hollywood) – rum, velvet, and a little drama.

 Order something rum-forward, and don’t make plans for afterwards.

Press pause and lean into full-on LA indulgence, with a feel-good treatment, a sunshine lounger, and poolside bites exactly when you want them.

Add a cabana, a chilled drink, and a dip between sessions, and you’ve got the recharge that feels effortless and seriously glamorous.

Catch golden hour on the Sunset Strip, where rooftop cocktails, skyline views, and neon-lit energy serve pure LA glamour from the first sip.

Stay as the lights come up and the music turns up, with the city sparkling below and the buzz building into a properly unforgettable night.

Step into LA fine dining, where tasting menus, bold flavours, and beautiful rooms turn dinner into the main event.

Book ahead, dress up a little, and settle in for a night of show-stopping plates, standout service, and serious “worth it” vibes.

Make it a luxe day out with designer browsing, glossy window-shopping, and the kind of people-watching LA does best.

Then slide into a stylish lunch spot for champagne vibes, pretty plates, and a sweet treat to finish like a pro.

Go behind the scenes with a VIP studio experience, where soundstages, sets, and Hollywood stories bring the movie magic to life.

With a little extra access and fewer crowds, it’s your chance to feel like an insider and leave with brag-worthy moments.

Los Angeles hosts the Super Bowl next year at the SoFi Stadium, bringing one of the world’s most watched sporting events to the city.

The LA Festival of Colours brings the Indian festival of Holi to the West Coast every March, filling the city with colour and feel-good energy.

Expect clouds of powder (skip the fancy outfit) plus live bhangra beats.

WeHo Pride Weekend is a full-colour takeover, with parades, parties and brilliant community energy from morning to late.

Expect big performances, packed streets and a feel-good vibe.

These land in Los Angeles for one of the biggest nights in TV, with red-carpet glamour and plenty of celeb spotting potential.

Even if you’re not attending, the city’s buzz goes up a notch at Emmy time.

Rolling into the Los Angeles Convention Centre with huge displays of new cars, concepts and all things mobility.

It’s a great shout for a day out, whether you’re a petrolhead or just love a shiny new reveal.