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Grauman's Chinese Theatre (Corbis)
Grauman's Chinese Theatre (Corbis)

Los Angeles Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
  • Ride the movies at Universal Studios
  • Count the stars on Hollywood Boulevard
  • Bike, stroll, and picnic in Griffith Park
  • Enjoy the sun, sand, and surf at Venice, Malibu, and Cabrillo beaches
  • Discover sea lions, jellyfish, and giant octopi at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Los Angeles Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

This sprawling metropolis boasts one of the biggest city parks in the United States, legendary surfing beaches, great museums, and, of course, the film mecca of Hollywood. Here, find celebrity footprints and handprints in front of Grauman's Chinese Theatre, as well as the stars of the stars embedded in the Hollywood Walk of Fame sidewalk.

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Hotels

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Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa on Disneyland Resort Property
1600 Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, CA 92802
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 24.9 Miles
(from destination center)
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Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa
1755 North Highland Avenue
Hollywood, CA 90028
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 6.5 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.4 out of 5 18 reviews
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Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City
555 Universal Hollywood Drive
Universal City, CA 91608-1001
Hotel Class: 3 class stars
Distance: 8.9 Miles
(from destination center)
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3.3 out of 5 15 reviews
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Attractions

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Disney's California Adventure
1600 Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, California 92802 Map
Distance: 24.9 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Located directly across from the original... Read More
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Disneyland Park
1313 South Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim, California 92803-3232 Map
Distance: 25.0 Miles (from destination center)
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Discovery Science Center
2500 N Main St
Santa Ana, California 92705 Map
Distance: 29.1 Miles (from destination center)
Description: This complex provides kids with an opportunity to... Read More
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Los Angeles Vacation Rentals

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3 Bedroom VACATION HOME in LOS ANGELES, CA 90024
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Fireplace, Garage, Internet Access, Oven, Stove
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Westwood Gardens Vacation Villa
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Foosball Table, Freezer, Internet Access, Laundry, Microwave, Patio, TV, VCR
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5 Bedroom VACATION HOME in LOS ANGELES, CA 91202
Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, Balcony, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Full kitchen, Garage, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Iron, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Phone, Refrigerator, Sauna, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, VCR
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