Este observatorio, decorado en estilo art deco, fue construido a principios de 1930 y es un lugar destacado entre los puntos de referencia del sur de California. Se pueden ver espectáculos de luz increíbles en el Planetario Oschin, que utiliza la última tecnología. Fuera del observatorio, hay amplias vistas de la zona que son impresionantes durante el día y también por la noche. Las exposiciones y espectáculos de planetario fascinarán a los visitantes. Algunos visitantes podrán reconocer el observatorio como el lugar donde se rodó el clímax de Rebelde sin causa.
This lavish pantheon of fame and glamor captured in wax is one of Hollywood’s crown jewels. Hailing from London, Madame Tussauds brings to Hollywood its world-class interactive viewing entertainment, great for all ages. Located on Hollywood Boulevard, just next to TCL Chinese Theatre, the museum is hard to miss due to its open-air facade with a few wax figures casually spilling out on the sidewalk. Come in and stroll the vast grounds populated with the rich and famous (as well as the infamous) and the beautiful and formidable. Whether it is shaking hands with President Obama or wrapping your arm around Mae West, you will be exhilarated by the lifelike, vivid portrayals and infinite photo ops.
Este museo, administrado por el Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MOCA) es un hito importante de Little Tokyo. Es uno de los tres museos MOCA de la ciudad. El establecimiento dispone de una amplia galería donde se alojan exposiciones de arte de artistas de renombre y una sala de lectura. Inaugurado en 1963, ofrece más de 40000 pies cuadrados de espacio de exposición. Visitar el sitio web para más detalles.
El Museo Automotriz Petersen es probablemente conocido por su amor por las ruedas. Este museo narra la relación simpática de la gente de Los Ángeles con sus coches, y alberga más de 150 modelos, desde los clásicos hasta los coches de carreras en sus salas de exposiciones permanentes. También es sede de exposiciones especiales durante todo el año. El Children's Discovery Center (centro para niños) es de especial interés para las familias, ya que ofrece exhibiciones interactivas. También hay varias opciones de visitas disponibles.
Este parque espacioso es famoso por su enorme lago escondido en el Valle de San Fernando. Salgan a correr o a caminar en la costa mientras observan a los elegantes cisnes y patos que se deslizan sobre el agua, o disfruten de un picnic tranquilo bajo los cerezos japoneses. El parque para niños mantendrá a los pequeños ocupados mientras los perros corren en el pasto. Las parrillas, las mesas para picnic y la sombra de los árboles hacen de este parque es favorito de las familias de la zona.
Located on the flood control basin of the Hansen Dam, Hansen Dam Recreation Area is an extensive recreational park. It features two artificial lakes - one for fishing and the other for swimming. The fishing lake also allows paddling and rowing. Both of these water bodies are manned by life guards. Picnic spots, equestrian, hiking and walking trails, a skate park, playground and restrooms are added amenities of this place.
Little Tokyo is the Japanese version of Chinatown in downtown Los Angeles. Covering 67 acres of land and a mere four blocks, the area may not be as famed as its Chinese counterpart, yet it manages to retain a fair share of tourists and locals who come here to shop, eat and even look for a place to live. Having survived quite a few hard times, the area is now abuzz with businesses, restaurants, shops and hotels. Quaint, 19th century homes add ambiance to the place. Exploration is best done by foot. Note that credit cards and open hours will vary by business, so call ahead before you visit.
Step into Blackout Haunted House and play out some of your darkest nightmares. Voted as one of the scariest attractions in the state, this house is certain to have you running for your life, as you dodge past several scary entities. Your worst fears are personified, with strategically placed props, characters, traps and pop-ups that work to scare the life out of you. Its labyrinth style, ghastly-clad actors, animatronics and eerie rooms are designed to cause a stir among audiences create a make-believe scare scene.
Este museo, administrado por el Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MOCA) es un hito importante de Little Tokyo. Es uno de los tres museos MOCA de la ciudad. El establecimiento dispone de una amplia galería donde se alojan exposiciones de arte de artistas de renombre y una sala de lectura. Inaugurado en 1963, ofrece más de 40000 pies cuadrados de espacio de exposición. Visitar el sitio web para más detalles.
Biddy Mason Memorial Park, as the name suggests is a quaint memorial park dedicated to the popular black right activist, philanthropist and nurse, Biddy Mason, who lived in Los Angeles during the early 19th Century. This memorial park comprises panels, placards and posters describing life-events of Biddy Mason in detail. Biddy Mason Memorial Park was built as an effort to educate today's generation about greatness and life works of Biddy Mason.
The James Irvine Japanese Garden, also known as Seiryu-en or Garden of The Clear Stream is a peaceful oasis in the middle of the city. It is a mix of Eastern and Western landscaping styles and is located in a sub-ground level of the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center. The garden was made possible by volunteer Japanese-American gardeners, landscape contractors and nurserymen. In 1981, it won the National Landscape Award presented by First Lady Nancy Reagan at the White House. The park is closed to the public when rented for special occasions. Stop by for a relaxing stroll and enjoy the beautiful landscaping and plants.
The Old Plaza Firehouse is a castellated brick building built in 1884 as a firehouse for the Los Angeles area. Nowadays, it is a museum showcasing firefighting equipment and interesting photos of different fire stations of the 19th century around the country. It is an interesting site if you are in the downtown area and want to do something different. Admission is free and guided tours are provided.