8 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at The Getty Center and Santa Monica Pier. Step out of the city life by going to Oak Canyon Nature Center and Venice Beach and Boardwalk. Get out of town with these interesting Los Angeles side-trips: Santa Monica (Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Mountains, & more) and Anaheim (Disneyland Park, The Disney Gallery, & more). There's lots more to do: browse the different shops at The Grove, appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Walk of Fame, identify plant and animal life at Ballona Wetlands, and admire the majestic nature at Santa Monica State Beach.

To see where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles trip itinerary planner.

In December, daily temperatures in Los Angeles can reach 69°F, while at night they dip to 49°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.