The Strand Travel Guide
Los Angeles
Popular places to visit
Manhattan Beach Pier
Learn about the local history of Manhattan Beach with a stop at Manhattan Beach Pier. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Manhattan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Manhattan Beach during your trip to Manhattan Beach?
Universal Studios Hollywood
This part amusement park, part film and TV studio is packed with action and excitement for all the family.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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Other neighbourhoods around The Strand
Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Promenade at Howard Hughes Parkway Center is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or Aviation/Century Station to see more of the city.
Mar Vista
Though Mar Vista may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Marketplace and Walk Streets.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/SepulvedStation or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Florence-Graham
When in Florence-Graham and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Watts Towers or BMO Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Florence Station or Firestone Station.
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Los Angeles Convention Center
- Long Beach Cruise Terminal
- Venice Beach
- Santa Monica Beach
- SoFi Stadium
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Santa Monica Pier
- World Cruise Center
- Hollywood Boulevard
- Hollywood Bowl
- Kia Forum
- University of California
- Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center
- L.A. Live
- Rodeo Drive
- Sunset Strip
- RMS Queen Mary
- Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
- Melrose Avenue
- BMO Stadium