One of our favorites. Oak groves, canyon views, and an incredible ocean vista. Park at Trippet Ranch in Topanga State Park, and just follow the signs! Remember to download a map -- you will lose service! (7 miles, out and back, 3 hours)
Hike to Eagle Rock
20828 Entrada Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
A different hike from the same parking lot. Hike through Musch Meadow, then up into the canyon for a great workout and amazing views. Remember to download a map -- you will lose service! (4.4 miles, loop, 2 hours)
Eat at Malibu Farm
23000 East Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265
After your hike, stop for lunch at this ocean-side cafe with farm-to-table fare.
Try Beach Yoga
2600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90405
OK, you caught us -- we've never done this. But Yelp says these classes are good!
Bike the Boardwalk
517 Ocean Front Walk, Los Angeles, CA 90291
Rent a beach cruiser and take your life in your hands! Dodge roller bladers! Get a tattoo! Listen to other people's music! (and your hotel may lend you a bike if you want to do all this for free!)
Visit the Venice Canals
200 Linnie Canal, Venice, CA 90291
Do you like water? And strolling? Did you secretly enjoy the movie "Valentine's Day," even though you'd never admit it? This is where Ashton Kutcher's character lived!
Eat at Sunny Blue
2728 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Aaron's favorite lunch place on the west side -- a quick and tasty spot for Omusubi (that means 'rice balls,' you plebes!)
Eat at Gjusta
320 Sunset Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90291
Katie's favorite spot for breakfast or lunch. A bakery / deli with counter-service and a cute covered patio.
Eat at Rose Cafe
220 Rose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90291
Great food, and they can usually accommodate large parties. Make a reservation!
Stop at Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
631 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Just checking to see if Mom made it this far into the website.
Shop Abbot Kinney
Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Do you want to leave town with a lot less money than you started with? Bingo!
Visit the Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401
No, we're kidding. This photo is as close as you want to get. But it really rounded out the page.