6 days in Los Angeles & Columbus Itinerary

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Los Angeles: Anaheim (Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! & Disneyland Park). Pack the 15th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at The Getty Center, pause for some photo ops at Guitar Center, get to know the fascinating history of Santa Monica Pier, and don't miss a visit to Hollywood Walk of Fame.

To see ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, read Los Angeles trip planner.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Los Angeles. In August, plan for daily highs up to 84°F, and evening lows to 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Columbus.

More than just one of the nation's top business centers, Columbus is a mixture of many different parts of America, situated at the spot where the so-called "Bible Belt" meets the varied cultures of the Great Plains and Appalachia.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): make a trip to Rockhouse, then take a memorable tour with Tours, and then head outdoors with Jet Pack Water Adventure. Keep things going the next day: engage your brain at Center of Science and Industry (COSI), then indulge in some culinary diversions at Columbus Food Adventures, and then stroll through Olentangy Trail.

To find traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Columbus trip maker website.

Fly from Los Angeles to Columbus in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is 3 hours. August in Columbus sees daily highs of 84°F and lows of 64°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.