15 days in Los Angeles Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Santa Monica Pier and Avila Adobe will appeal to history buffs. You'll get in some beach time at Venice Beach and Boardwalk and Zuma Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Los Angeles: Manhattan Beach (in Manhattan Beach), Santa Monica (Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Mountains, &more) and Anaheim (Disneyland Park & Disney California Adventure Park). Pack the 10th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, explore the world behind art at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, tour the pleasant surroundings at Santa Monica Bay, and don't miss a visit to Hollywood Walk of Fame.

For photos, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Los Angeles online driving holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino International Airport and Edwards Air Force Base. In August, daytime highs in Los Angeles are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can travel back home.