Skip the parking nightmare and grab the DASH bus from Los Feliz. The Observatory is free, but definitely pay for a planetarium show to justify the trek. If you want the classic Hollywood Sign shot, hit the Mt. Hollywood Trail instead of the crowded Bronson Canyon paths. Bring a jacket—it gets freezing at the summit once the sun drops. Spend three hours here, but book your planetarium slot online weeks early to avoid getting shut out.
Get your bearings with a classic open-top bus tour of the city. · See the skyline sparkle from the water on this evening cruise.
Walk across the world's most famous orange suspension bridge. · See the whole city in one day with a comprehensive guided tour. · Visit the historic waterfront for sea lions and sourdough bread.
