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Best landmarks in Los Angeles

25 places from 12 Los Angeles travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

25 places

  1. Santa Monica Pier

    Landmark · Santa Monica

    Iconic pier at the heart of Santa Monica with a Ferris wheel and food stands; free to walk, but crowded and touristy.

    32:14· Ken Abroadin 10 vlogs

  2. Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Landmark · Hollywood

    Historic sidewalk with the stars of entertainment-industry greats.

    0:37· Island Hopper TVin 9 vlogs

  3. Griffith Observatory

    Landmark · Griffith Park

    Free-entry observatory on Mount Hollywood, built on land donated by Griffith J. Griffith, with superb views over LA by day and night.

    9:25· Trip Insightin 9 vlogs

  4. Hollywood Sign

    Landmark · Hollywood Hills

    One of the most photographed signs in the world, high in the Hollywood Hills, with hikes and drives to viewpoints for close-up photos.

    1:12· Ryan Trahanin 9 vlogs

  5. TCL Chinese Theatre

    Landmark · Hollywood

    Grauman's Chinese Theatre, described as the most famous first-run movie theater in the world, known for the stars' handprints and footprints.

    47:23· Ken Abroadin 8 vlogs

  6. Urban Light

    Landmark · Miracle Mile

    Installation of rows of vintage street lamps at LACMA, a favorite photo spot.

    8:00· Exotic Vacationin 6 vlogs

  7. Muscle Beach Venice

    Landmark · Venice

    Iconic outdoor bodybuilding spot on the Venice boardwalk, made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger in his bodybuilding years.

    24:11· Ken Abroadin 5 vlogs

  8. Hollywood Boulevard

    Landmark · Hollywood

    Famous boulevard running through Hollywood, East Hollywood and Thai Town, home to the Walk of Fame and historic theatres.

    24:41· Trip Insightin 4 vlogs

  9. Union Station

    Landmark · Downtown Los Angeles

    One of the world's great railway stations, just across the road from Olvera Street.

    1:07· Expediain 3 vlogs

  10. Walt Disney Concert Hall

    Landmark · Downtown Los Angeles

    Stainless-steel concert hall shaped like sheet music thrown to the wind, home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

    1:47· Expediain 3 vlogs

  11. Dolby Theatre

    Landmark · Hollywood

    Hollywood Boulevard theatre next to the Chinese Theatre, home of the Academy Awards ceremony.

    25:44· Trip Insightin 3 vlogs

  12. Hollywood Bowl

    Landmark · Hollywood Hills

    Famous amphitheater open since 1922 that has hosted nearly every major artist, set in a public park.

    4:18· California Through My Lensin 2 vlogs

  13. Beverly Hills Sign

    Landmark · Beverly Hills

    Famous sign beside a large fountain, one of the most popular photo spots in LA.

    9:28· Michael Martelloin 2 vlogs

  14. Route 66 End of the Trail Sign

    Landmark · Santa Monica

    Sign on Santa Monica Pier marking the official western end of historic Route 66, with a route map across the states nearby.

    36:44· Ken Abroadin 2 vlogs

  15. Hermosa Beach Pier

    Landmark · Hermosa Beach

    Pier at the heart of Hermosa Beach offering views and places to eat; the first wooden pier dated to 1904.

    16:51· Michael Martelloin 2 vlogs

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10 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

    Landmark · Exposition Park

    Historic stadium in Exposition Park that hosts football games and concerts.

    2:39· California Through My Lens1 vlog

  2. Pine Avenue Pier

    Landmark · Long Beach

    Waterfront pier off Pine Avenue near Long Beach's shopping and convention center.

    17:53· Island Hopper TV1 vlog

  3. Angels Point

    Landmark · Elysian Park

    Viewpoint in Elysian Park with a bold metal sculpture by Peter Shire and a sweeping view of the LA skyline.

    28:14· Trip Insight1 vlog

  4. Royce Hall

    Landmark · Westwood

    UCLA's 1929 Lombard Romanesque landmark with twin towers inspired by a Milan church, now a major concert and lecture venue.

    38:22· Trip Insight1 vlog

  5. Pasadena City Hall

    Landmark · Pasadena

    1927 domed city hall blending Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial styles, considered one of the most beautiful in the US.

    1:01:49· Trip Insight1 vlog

  6. Paul Smith Pink Wall

    Landmark · Melrose

    Bright pink wall of the Paul Smith store on Melrose Avenue, one of LA's most photographed walls.

    6:56· Exotic Vacation1 vlog

  7. Malibu Pier

    Landmark · Malibu

    Historic pier next to Surfrider Beach, perfect for a leisurely stroll with scenic views.

    14:05· Exotic Vacation1 vlog

  8. Original Muscle Beach

    Landmark · Santa Monica

    Birthplace of the Muscle Beach fitness craze, once famous for gymnasts and still equipped with parallel bars, rings and ropes.

    2:00· Michael Martello1 vlog

  9. Beverly Drive

    Landmark · Beverly Hills

    Palm-tree-lined Beverly Hills street often seen in movies and on Instagram.

    9:35· Michael Martello1 vlog

  10. Rose Bowl Stadium

    Landmark · Pasadena

    Pasadena's famous stadium, the city's biggest draw.

    8:24· Island Hopper TV1 vlog