Save this list ↓🌴🇺🇸 🎡 Santa Monica Ferris Wheel (Pacific Park) 💰 ~$5–$8 per ride Iconic sunset ride with ocean views. 📍 Santa Monica Pier, CA 🌄 Griffith Observatory 💰 Free entry Incredible views over LA + the Hollywood Sign. 📍 2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027 🧊 LA Kings practice at Toyota Sports Performance Center 💰 Free–$10 depending on session Watch NHL players practice up close. 📍 555 N Nash St, El Segundo, CA 90245 🏛 Museum of Neon Art 💰 ~$10 entry Vintage neon signs and retro LA history. 📍 216 S Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91204 🛹 Venice Skate Park 💰 Free One of the most iconic skate parks in the world - great for people watching. 📍 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291 🕹 EightyTwo Arcade Bar (daytime) 💰 Free entry, games ~$0.25–$0.50 Retro arcade games + cheap daytime vibes. 📍 707 E 4th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90013 🥾 Hike to the Hollywood Sign 💰 Free Go via Brush Canyon or Mt Hollywood Trail for the best views. 📍 Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 🖼 The Broad Museum 💰 Free (reserve online) Contemporary art + the famous Infinity Mirror Rooms. 📍 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012 🚴♀️ Rent a bike along The Strand 💰 ~$8–$10 per hour Cycle the beachfront path from Santa Monica to Venice. 📍 Santa Monica Beach Bike Rentals 🚣 Echo Park Lake pedal boats 💰 ~$10 per person (if sharing) Iconic swan boats with downtown skyline views. 📍 751 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026 #LosAngeles #LAOnABudget #LosAngelesThingsToDo #CheapThingsToDoLA #LAThingsToDo
Attraction
Griffith Observatory
Attraction
4.7
This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views.
Hollywood Sign
Historical landmark
4.6
Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory.
Griffith Park
Park
4.7
Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & the L.A. Zoo.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Historical landmark
4.0
Famous Hollywood sidewalk area emblazoned with stars & celebrity names since 1960.
Santa Monica State Beach
Attraction
4.6
Maintained by the city, this beach is fringed by a range of businesses & offers many activities.
Pacific Wheel
Ferris wheel
4.6
Echo Park Lake
Natural feature
4.6
Historic reservoir surrounded by a quaint park offering boat rentals, picnic tables & walking paths.
Venice Skatepark
Skatepark
4.6
Oceanfront skatepark featuring a sunken pool & a street-inspired area with stairs, ledges & rails.
Activity/Tour
Hollywood Sign Hiking Tour to Griffith Observatory
Activity
4.8
from $23
Museum/Gallery
The Broad
Museum
4.7
Modern art museum with a honeycomb-like facade housing rotating exhibits, plus a shop & restaurant.
Museum of Neon Art
Museum
4.4
Small, contemporary showcase of neon & electric art with historic signs & rotating exhibits.
