101 Things to Do in LA: Historic LA Restaurants, Vol. I

March 12, 2018

The best restaurants in Los Angeles aren't necessarily the most expensive, trendiest, or most modern. Here are six of the oldest, and arguably the best, restaurants in LA.

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101 Things to Do in LA: Petersen Automotive Museum

The Petersen Automotive Museum on Los Angeles' Miracle Mile displays a stunning collection of unique, vintage, and famous cars: a place to appreciate automobiles for their place in art, history, and culture.

101 Things to Do in LA: California Science Center

The space shuttle Endeavour, on view at the California Science Center, had some obstacles to overcome before returning to its native Los Angeles County. Over one million Angelenos were on hand to cheer it along.

101 Things to Do in LA: The Broad

The Broad's collection of contemporary art is drawing attendees from demographics not usually known for visiting art museums, signalling the potential for a new era of art appreciation and cementing Los Angeles' place as an artistic hub.

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101 Things to Do in LA: Agua Dulce

Agua Dulce, in the mountains of north Los Angeles County, is the home of Vasquez Rocks, a rare geological formation whose unusual appearance has made it a shooting location for famous movies and TV shows. After hiking around the rocks, stay in town to enjoy the local wineries.

101 Things to Do in LA: Desert Road Trip, Vol. 4

Hicksville Trailer Palace is essentially an adult playland in the form of a trailer compound, tucked away in the Joshua Tree desert. It consists of nine trailers and one standalone studio, each with their own distinct theme. Into UFOs? Cowboys? The Cramps? Pee Wee Herman? This place is for you.

101 Things to Do in LA: Bradbury Building

The bizarre story of the Bradbury Building involves a millionaire, a spirit sending messages from beyond, a sci fi novel, and Lethal Weapon 4.

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101 Things to Do in LA: Eaton Canyon

Eaton Canyon has a few secrets, including a hike to a lovely waterfall and a top-secret manufacturing facility that built hundreds of thousands of rockets during WWII.

101 Things to Do in LA: Old LA Zoo, Griffith Park Carousel, and Bee Rock

Spend a day in Griffith Park and step back into history with a visit to the old zoo and the carousel, followed by a strenuous hike up to Bee Rock.

101 Things to Do in LA: Desert Road Trip, Vol. 3

Joshua Tree National Park is not the first thing that comes to mind for most when planning a day trip from Los Angeles, and I can’t for the life of me figure out why. Its beauty is nearly indescribable; its rare plants and rock formations are so unusual you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped onto another planet.