Things To Do

Universal CityWalk Hollywood

Check out VooDoo donuts in the morning Fun for kids and families No admission required *Pro Tip The Garland Hotel offers a free trolley every hour on the hour up to City Walk

The Brady Bunch House

Snap a photo in front of the iconic exterior No need for reservations or tickets, drive up, park, and take a photo

Firefly

Grab a cocktail and keep your eye out for famous folks....

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Well worth the money to see famous sets from your favorite movies and TV *Pro Tip Find free parking on the street instead of paying for the parking garage

Travel Town Railroad

Great for younger kids Free admission and fun exploring old trains

Universal Studios Hollywood

Runyon Canyon Park

Get your sweat on early or later in the day and get some amazing views of LA

It's A Wrap Production

Go thrifting along Magnolia Boulevard This particular thrift store has all clothes from TV/movies - shop your favorite show! *Pro Tip Take a 5-minute walk to Porto's Bakery for a fast moving line and delicious bakery treats

Griffith Observatory

Take the short but very uphill hike for a great workout and be rewarded with amazing views Or drive up the hill to snap some pics of the famous Griffith Observatory

Casa Vega

An LA legacy Red carpets, red booths, and old-school Mexican food

Musso & Frank Grill

One of Hollywood's most iconic hot spots Must make a reservation for dinner but can pop in for a martini at lunch like the old time Hollywood execs

Hollywood sign

Take a small hike to get incredible views of the Hollywood sign

Hollywood Bowl

Check out their website for who will be playing during our wedding week Have a picnic outside before the doors open in true Angeleno fashion

For the Win

Best smashburger in LA

Dan Tana's

Step into 1960s Hollywood for classic Italian-American fare

La Brea Tar Pits and Museum

Fun (and free) for the whole family!) explore natural tar pits from the prehistoric era. See an active site archaeologists still use to search for fossils. The outdoor park is free and the museum is for admission. Start your morning here then have lunch at The Grove / Old Farmers Market.

Grand Central Market

Some of the best food LA has to offer all in one spot Grab a beer and get small bites at a shop or two

Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica Pier has rides, food and beach views Check out the teeny Santa Monica Aquarium under the bridge for a small entrance fee Grab some mango from a fruit cart and lay out in the sun

Disneyland Park

Disneyland and California Adventure are about 1 hour from the hotels/venue Very doable to do a day trip or tons of affordable hotels in the surrounding Anaheim area to extend your trip

The Original Farmers Market

Walk around the original farmers market of LA and get any kind of food you want. Kebabs, sushi, chicken, pastrami - you name it! It is attached to The Grove which has name brand stores and so much fun to walk around. The Original Farmers Market is about 1.5 miles from the La Brea Tar Pits (also on our rec list)