3 Days in Los Angeles — Complete Itinerary
The Last Bookstore
Explore 30,000+ books in a 2-story labyrinth at 300 N Brand Blvd, Burbank. Discover rare finds and Instagrammable installations like the "Book Cave" with free entry during daylight hours.
Griffith Observatory
Hike the 1.2-mile trail from Observatory Rd to the iconic landmark (open 11am-10pm). Capture Hollywood sign views and solar system exhibits without paying the $10 parking fee by using the free Metro Gold Line to the "Observatory Station" stop.
Musso & Frank Grill
Dine at the 1919-era Hollywood hotspot (666 N Beverly Dr) known for its steak frites and dry martinis. Order the $18 "Musso's Special" burger (a staple since 1920s) in the historic back room with red leather booths.
The Grove & Farmers Market
Browse 150+ vendors at the 30-acre outdoor market (1899 N Grove Blvd) for artisanal goods. Sample free truffle fries at "Truffle's" (125 N Highland Ave) and explore the "Coral" sculpture garden.
The Getty Villa
Tour the ancient Roman villa (17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu) housing 500+ Greek/Roman artifacts. See the "Hellenic Garden" and "Villa of the Papyri" exhibit without entering the museum ($20 fee) by visiting the free outdoor sculpture garden.
Venice Canals Walk
Stroll the 2.5-mile network of man-made canals (Venice Blvd to Ocean Front Walk) at sunset. Snap photos of gondolas and colorful homes like "The Blue House" (1200 Ocean Front Walk) with no entry fee.
The Broad Museum
See the 2,000+ modern art pieces (221 Grand Ave) in the free public museum. Focus on Warhol's "Campbell's Soup Cans" and Kusama's infinity rooms (free entry, timed slots).
The Original Farmers Market
Eat $10+ meals at stalls like "Cafe Mecano" (1025 N Western Ave) for their $12 "Taco Truck" burritos. Skip the $25 "Market Tour" and use the free food map from the entrance.
The Roxy Theatre
Catch a film at the 1930s historic venue (9036 Sunset Blvd) with $10 tickets for classics. Watch the 7pm showing of "Blade Runner 2049" in the restored balcony seats (free entry after 7pm).
Local Insider Tip
Free entry to Griffith Observatory after 5pm; avoid parking fees by using Metro Gold Line from Union Station to Observatory Station.
About These Attractions
Verified descriptions from Wikipedia · Last checked 2026-04-12
The Last Bookstore is an independent bookstore located at 453 S Spring Street, Downtown Los Angeles. Conde Nast Traveler called it California’s largest new and used bookstore.
Griffith Observatory is an observatory in Los Angeles, California, on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. It commands a view of the Los Angeles Basin including Downtown Los Angeles to the southeast, Hollywood to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the sout
Musso & Frank Grill is a restaurant located at 6667-9 Hollywood Boulevard in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles. The restaurant opened in 1919 and is named for original owners Joseph Musso and Frank Toulet. It is the oldest restaurant in Hollywood and has been called "the
The Getty Villa is an educational center and an art museum located at the easterly end of the Malibu coast in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, United States. One of two campuses of the J. Paul Getty Museum, the Getty Villa is dedicated to the study o
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