9 days in Southern California 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 (Disneyland Park & Disney California Adventure Park) and Third Street Promenade (in Santa Monica). Pack the 3rd (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. And it doesn't end there: look and learn at Griffith Observatory, admire the masterpieces at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, admire the striking features of Walt Disney Concert Hall, and kick back and relax at Venice Beach and Boardwalk.

For photos, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles trip app.

Houston to Los Angeles is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Houston to Los Angeles, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Houston in May, expect Los Angeles to be little chillier, temps between 75°F and 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) so you can fly back home.