Things To Do
Old Pasadena
Great shopping, beautiful public architecture (Pasadena City Hall was used for exterior shots in Parks & Rec!), tasty restaurants, and accessible via the Metro A Line.
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
The Huntington is the most incredible botanical garden you've ever seen! Bridget's favorites are the Camelias in the Japanese garden.
Echo Park Lake
Ride the swan boats with an iconic view of DTLA as the backdrop. Hungry? Stop by Little Fish for the best fish sandwich you've ever had or Masa for incredible deep dish pizza.
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Find the stairs on the side of Walt Disney Concert Hall and climb to one of the best kept secrets in downtown: a peaceful park with sweeping views right in the heart of downtown.
The Broad
Free, world-class museum. Make free reservations before you go! This is accessible via a quick walk and the Metro A line.
Grand Central Market
Take a look at The Bradbury Building across the street as well. This is accessible via a healthy walk.
Los Angeles Hiking
LA is full of amazing hikes! From short city strolls to mountain trails, beach views, and rugged terrain, there’s something for every pace and mood. Check out the link to explore hikes by distance, difficulty, and scenery. If you need a place to start, we love Malibu State Park—beautiful trails with options for every level and memories we cherish.
Los Angeles Beaches
If you have a little time and feel like some sun and sand, LA has so many lovely beaches to wander. Each has its own charm, and we especially love Malibu—there’s really no way to go wrong!
Los Angeles Bike Trails
Depending who you ask (ahem… Bridget), LA isn’t the most bike-friendly city—but it does have some real gems. We especially loved riding from Adam’s place in Marina del Rey and out to the beach along the Ballona Creek Trail.
Los Angeles Rock Climbing
We know we have some rock climbers on the guest list! There are great indoor and outdoor spots around LA—Bridget loves Point Dume (she once saw a whale while climbing!), and Stoney Point offers classic boulders with rich history.
Los Angeles Restaurants
Our first date was at a casual spot on Ventura Blvd in the Valley—tater tots were involved—and while our food game has leveled up since then. Here are a few favorites: Kazunori – hand roll spot super close to the hotel Sugarfish – always yummy and dependable Rooster – incredible breakfast burritos Gjelina – trendy, delicious, worth the hype And we highly recommend grabbing something from a fruit cart—can’t be beat! PS: our love for tater tots (just like our love for each other) remains strong and blossoming.