THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU VISIT LA
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 มิ.ย. 2024
- Today we are sharing things to know before you visit LA, covering all you need to know about Los Angeles. This includes typical travel costs in Los Angeles, the best time to visit Los Angeles, How to save money in LA, how to get around Los Angeles without a car and everything you need to know if you are visiting Los Angeles for the first time.
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Sprawled across a massive city, Los Angeles is the second largest city in America and it feels it. Made up of movies stars, wannabes, surfers and heavy traffic, LA offers a metropolis of attractions.
There are lots of things to see and do in LA but make sure you hire a car or buy a sightseeing bus ticket, as getting across LA can be expensive. Check out the celebrity homes, Hollywood signs and Hollywood Boulevard.
Best time to visit Los Angeles
Southern California is sunny almost all year round, with average temperatures of 21 - 27°C. This makes LA the ideal vacation destination, any time of the year. However, the best time to visit Los Angeles is march to May and September to November, when there are less crowds and less humidity.
July and August are the hotted months, with temperatures as high as 113°F / 45 °C.
If you are on a budget, the cheapest month to visit LA is February; with lower temperatures attracting less tourists.
Best things to do in Los Angeles
Hollywood Boulevard & Walk of Fame
Santa Monica Pier
Hollywood sign
Universal Studios Hollywood
Disneyland Park
Warner Bros Studio Tour
Griffith Observatory & Park
Grand Central Market
California Science Center
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Hollywood Bowl
The Getty Center
TCL Chinese Theatre
Huntington Library
Venice beach and canals
Rodeo Drive
00:00 INTRODUCTION
00:31 BEST TIME TO VISIT LA
01:28 TYPICAL COSTS ON LA
02:24 SAVE MONEY IN LA
05:06 HOW TO GET TO LA
06:08 HOW TO GET AROUND LA
06:52 BEST THINGS TO DO IN LA
07:38 SUMMARY
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I am a local with a couple comments - I would definitely rent a car - public transportation is tricky and like the video says, LA is very spread out and many things are not near public transportation (I have personally almost never used it and I've lived here my entire life). I would not stay any where for under ~$200/day (yes, LA is expensive). Rush hour is from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. I had a job less than 10 miles from my home - literally took me 45 min. to get there at 8:00 am. You will spend a great deal of time in traffic - hence why we talk about how far away something is in time, instead of distance. 10 miles...45 min. Some less touristy places to visit - Long beach, Hermosa/Redondo/Manhatten beach, Pasadena. Hollywood has gotten very touristy, but better than it used to be (it was frightening a few decades ago). The Getty Center is amazing. I could hang out at the Huntington Library (close to Pasadena) all day. There are some very bad areas in Los Angeles as well. Be careful and do not just wonder into neighborhoods. As a local, I'm used to always being aware of my surroundings and the people around me. You need to do the same. Overall, though, LA is cool.
Thank you os much for your feedback - this is great! Yes we found renting a car was the easiest way to get around but the traffic is a struggle! Thanks for sharing the lesser known places to visit, we will have to explore more when we return!
any advice for a 21 year old? car rentals will be super expensive for me. the LA metro system makes the most sense. i might even buy a bike
@@haseebhussain998 If you are staying within a small area, a bike could work. I rode a bike for a couple years. Some people use the metro - but it’s not very efficient, it can take a while to get where you want to go. If you’re coming to visit and sightsee, you’ll definitely want a car. Everything is miles apart and public transportation is just not great. LA is terrible with that.
@@daranjjohnson i would hire a car but its just too expensive for my budget, especially since im 21. im coming from the Uk too. i can make the public transport work if needs be. should be okay
What about the area where the movie Friday was filmed ? Would like to check it out …
Important point from a Southern California Local: One thing that a lot of these travel videos gloss over or confuse is that Santa Monica, Venice beach, Hollywood, Anaheim(Where Disneyland is located), etc are all in the city of LA. The places I just mentioned are all separate cities and Disneyland is not even located in Los Angeles County it's in Orange County. I think this is what confuses people about LA and why you need a rental car. You do not visit southern California just to see The City of Los Angeles, you visit to see the city of LA and all the surrounding cities and counties. The confusion comes from the fact that most the cities mentioned are in Los Angeles County which spans 4,083 square miles (10,570 km2) and is made up of 88 cities, so when people say they are visiting LA or they live in LA, they most likely mean they live or are visiting one of the 88 cities that make up LA County or even Orange county, so that can be confusing. There are actually 5 counties that make up what is called The Greater Los Angeles area which is 34,000 square miles and has a population of about 19,000,000. So The City of Los Angeles is just one of the 88 cities that make up Los Angeles County, which is just one County, out of 5 counties, that make up the Greater Los Angeles Area, add in San Diego County to the south and that is basically all of Southern California. So yeah a rental car and at least a week (2 weeks would be best) long trip is ideal
Thank you so much for explaining that - it is really helpful! We loved visiting the other areas of the county so would recommend car rentals but would you recommend a car rental for those just staying in the actual Greater Los Angeles area or do you think public transport is enough?
You just wrote 19 00 000 000 people. That's like a billion or is it a typo?
This video was so informative and well out together. Thank you so much!!
Glad it was helpful!
❤I love the energy and enthusiasm you bring to your videos. Keep it up!❤
Super helpful video, thank you!
I’m visiting LA in December , Thank you so much for the helpful info
I’m visiting LA next month! Thanks so much for the helpful info!
Glad it was helpful! Have a wonderful time!
Did you go!?
@@_justRogue_ yeah it was awesome I was in the Orange County Area !
@@Veda-knowledgeoflife907 nice! Hopefully I get to go around there soon!
We're going for the first time in October for universal Studios and Disneyland. Would you suggest renting a car or use Uber/Lyft?
I'm going to LA for the first time in October. This video is so helpful.
We hope you have a wonderful time!
Have a good time
Me too!!!
How was your trip? Did you rent a car or used Uber/lyft?
I am a local and I agree with your tips they are really good for tourists coming here :)
Thanks so much!
Tip: The “Star Homes” Tours are a great way to see the Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, and some other sights. I am generally pretty skeptical about most of the homes they point out as being actual celebrity homes, but you get to see some amazing houses and amazing views. You can find a ton in Hollywood, but ALWAYS negotiate the price. I have gotten them for as much as 50% off by simply telling them it was too much and starting to walk away. Be prepared to tip the driver though.
Thanks so much for the tip! We will try that next time
Thank you for this video... One day I will visil LA.
nice insights and nice voice by the way. thanks
Aww thank you for your kind words!
A lovely film
Thank u for video :), oneday i like 2 visit los angles, i hopefully again travel 2022 :)
yes u should totally come over here! if you do ever end up going i recommend not going to the hollywood walk of fame. the video said u should but trust me it’s dirty, smells, and is filled with weirdos. no actual la residents really go there because it’s not all that. it’s mostly just filled with tourists.im not stopping u from going because u might want to go see the walk of fame or hollywood sign but im just letting u know😭.if u do go i totally recommend going to places such as little tokyo, rodeo, or mel rose. you can also go to downtown la since that’s where all the buildings are at but it’s also filled with lots of homeless. though it’s not really all that bad there.ALSO you should definitely visit “the broad” it’s an art museum but it’s super cool. u can go on google and see some of the inside if u ever wanna decide to go. i hope this helped:)
People do read Spanish in America
L.A is actually not as hot during the summer (unless a heat wave hits). Miami, Vegas, Phoenix and Co. are a way worse. But yes, I prefer spring and fall too.
Ilove this Citi amazing
Hopefully going for the first time this summer!
Have an awesome time!
It’s way too groovy.
Most people read Spanish in California
@@snoozeking7497 the founders of California are all Spanish
@@angelachanelhuang1651 Nice for them.
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LA native here. Overall, good video - however it rarely gets 113F (45C). In the summer, typically a high of 80F (26C) at the beaches, 90F (32C) downtown, 100F (38C) in the inland valleys.
Los Angeles’ Mediterranean climate means summers with warm days and cool nights, esp along the coast, and generally very low humidity, esp compared to the rest of the United States. Coastal fog April - June, but little if any rain mid April-mid Nov. Overall, LA, along with San Diego, has some of the best climate in the US.
Thanks for your feedback, we really appreciate it 😀
Are clear blue skies in LA really common? I really want to go when it’s clear and blue. Let me know which months are best for clear skies :)
Just watch out for all the homeless encampments under bridges and around Hollywood, Venice Beach, and Skid Row.
Everyone has sympathy for them, until you have to deal with their unpredictable violence, piles of hazardous waste (dirty used needles, excrement, etc.), and constant begging/petty theft.
I'm gonna go to LA for the Steelers-Chargers game in November!!!!
flyaway bus currently suspended. don't know when it'll reopen again.
Fingers crossed it returns to normal soon
My dream city coming here one day in sha Allah ..! 🥳😻💃💥
Same here😁😃
Cool I live there it’s nice
Haram brother LA is a dirty city stay away
I needa go here.
Where can I get a 150 buck rental for a week?
I would love to visit one day. I will visit one day never been. Living in USA for 21 hrs.
I hope soon :)
The flyaway bus costs almost the same price From LAX to Downtown LA, it's $5-7 difference, and you gonna save lots of time taking uber.
Thanks for sharing your advise!
Add for the free things in LA is the Universal Studios City Walk
Great suggestion! There is plenty to do there 😃
where is Amoeba Music Records in?
I’m planning a trip to l.a late September 2023 is that a good time to go also do you know the best rent a car companies?
September is a great time to visit, the weather is still warm and there are less crowds. We use Sixt - fave.co/3WwTXnm but you can also compare prices on Expedia - fave.co/3V51lVS
@@CreativeTravelGuide 😊thanks
there's italian influence in so cal
The rental car, staying places (Dorms, hotel, etc) prices you mentioned are unrealistic at all!
Of course, prices will vary depending on the time you are visiting and these were the prices at the time of recording this. For example, if you compare car rental prices on Kayak and book in advance, you can get some reasonable deals when visiting during the off-season. Check out HostelWorld for some great hostel deals from $35 a night.
I’m 18 and trying to go to Cali alone during Christmas break? Any tips so I won’t be confused. I’m there to see my childhood friends and party.
Hope you had a great time in Cali!
@@CreativeTravelGuide I didn’t end up going bc of my job, but I am going spring break.
We hope you have a great time for spring break 😊
@@CreativeTravelGuide and tips going alone? First trip by myself
@@WXLTUR Book your flights in advance then take the FlyAway bus to downtown LA. If you want to see lots of sights in LA and California, we recommend renting a car to get around and looking at hostel options if you are travelling by yourself and looking to save some money.
I’m not a local but the prices quoted here for hotels and car rental are extremely low. A year ago or today even. I’m paying 1100.00 for a hotel in Hollywood for 4 nights. 😩😩😩. I wish it was a year ago.
Yeah unfortunately prices are skyrocketing in the US cities right now, after the pandemic the hotels seem to be trying to make their money back!
I've got 5 hours of layoff in LA and it will be my first time ever in the US! I got my visa and want to go out for a bit. Any suggestions on what can I do very near to the Airport?
Go to the beach area, Santa Monica pier is about 40 min by uber or Lyft. Venice Beach is also close. Have fun
Gotta love the gangs
Man if all my plans happen and I am able to move to LA I want some really great parkour spots to practice parkour and one more thing that looks like the gta 5 map lmao
We hope you get there! And yes GTA use LA for their map, it is surprisingly pretty accurate
Been going there for years ,pretty much know my way around that whole city,where to go and not to go
That’s great! Any suggestions?
@@CreativeTravelGuide the Getty museum is definitely a good place to visit and quite a variety of restaurants on sunset Blvd
Nice video but missing all kinds of crucial info about L.A..
Thanks for your feedback, what else would you suggest to help our viewers?
@@CreativeTravelGuide well...I definitely would not recommend public transportation in LA. You either rent a car or get a Uber. I also recommend all visitors to sample food in Koreatown and San Gabriel. There's no other city in the entire US that can even compete when it comes to Korean/Chinese food. One can get tacos anywhere in the US and the ones in LA are meh at best. I also highly recommend Porto's Bakery, which I think is the best bakery in all of SoCal and is beloved by locals. I encourage all visitors to check out Heritage Square Museum, Carroll Ave, Wayfarers Chapel, The Broad Museum, Huntington Library, the Getty Center, and the Bradbury Building. For a great photo-op beach, you can't go wrong with El Matador State Beach. For a relaxing and clean beach, I like Hermosa the most.
I wish I was from LA 😩
Im visiting in june 2021
Yay! We hope you have a great time!
Flying there in 4 days for a week. I don't want to drive around, so it will be uber and alot of walking
Hope you had a great time! We loved using the sightseeing hop-on, hop-off buses to get around too!
real LA locals know that rush hour is more like from 7 am to 7pm on weekdays (traffic is bad and THE 405 is a nightmare no matter what time you are on it).
Where is the 150 for a week car at?
We use Kayak to compare car rental prices and, if you book in advance, you can get some good prices. We often find a week rental available for $150 - $200 but obviously this depends on the time of the year, pick up/drop off time and location.
We’re in the process of planning a trip and it’s more like $150/day for a rental car.
So Cal the only place to live in the US
Bruh I tried to get a rental car for a day and the cheapest option was $160. For a day! What rental companies are you using?
We compare car rental prices here - www.kayak.com/Cheap-Los-Angeles-Car-Rentals.16078.cars.ksp
But also, prices will vary depending on when you are visiting and how long you are renting the car for - Alamo, Fox, Ace and Hertz are good ones to check out
That's bc they are in high demand and bc of covid...generally the cheapest is around $35 year round
Prices have REALLY jumped in the last two years. Covid, etc
$150 for s week long car rental???? Where 😭
Los angeles ?
Is Disney world in LA please reply casue am going to move to LA soon
The original Disneyland is in Anaheim, which is near to LA. Disney World is in Florida. Hope this helps 😊
@@CreativeTravelGuide thanks it does at the moment am in South Africa but its my dream to move to LA I love America. So if God's on my side I will be in LA
@@CreativeTravelGuide hopefully by 2023 or before maybe even after I pray so
Best of luck, I hope you get there.
@@CreativeTravelGuide thanks 🤗
I hate when people not from here give advice about here... ask a local!!
We always recommend asking a local however a local isn't always on hand when booking a trip. That is why we make these quick tip videos to help people before they get there - if you are a local and have some helpful advice, please do share! :)
@@CreativeTravelGuide hi. I'm from Malaysia 🇲🇾 and it is one of my goals to go to LA one day.
Little Italy is in San Diego
LA is a dream. I’d love to live in California.
We love LA - hope you get to visit one day!
@@CreativeTravelGuide I just got back from there two weeks ago✨
@@LexDawnWeber how was it?? Going in February with my gf to see a concert. Kinda nervous, any tips suggestions?
@@bigbrute9656 I live there..you know like there are many nice people there and yk beautiful places
soo dont worry
No it is not. I live here and can't wait to move out. There is so much crime here and the DA refuses to press any charges. Trespassing, drug use (needles), prostitution, theft, and burglary are not chargeable offenses in LA County. Cops don't do anything because they're afraid to get sued. Such is the life in LA thanks to all the liberals in charge.
? It is $400 per day right now
The beginning of September can be unbearably hot.
Thank you for the advise!
I think is very big
It’s massive. Most people have no idea how huge it is. It’s 16 miles (25 km) just from downtown to the beach. “Greater Los Angeles” is 33,954 square miles (87,940 square km).
is it safe to wear blue or red clothing?
You can wear whatever you want in LA!
Just be careful what type of sports hat you wear, they gang bang based off of sports hats....you can find that on TH-cam
Stay away from south LA with those colours.
what the accent ? of what country ?
British :)
@@CreativeTravelGuide TACK-O loved that
Hello
Hi there! Hope you enjoyed this video!
00 and 00.000 ?
Where can I rent my car ?
There are lots of options but the easiest place would be from LAX airport on arrival
I live in west covina but its 25 mins from LA, but im in LA everyday, very beautiful , nice, fun but bullshit when u live here🤣hahhahagg
We loved visiting but I know a place can be very different if you live there! Hope it gets better for you soon
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I want to move there; I’m sick of Canada.
I’m sick of NJ 😖
😂😂😂
Things to know before you go to Los Angeles STAY THE HELL AWAY!!!!
😂😂😂😂
Obviously, a vacation in Los Angeles
does not appeal to everyone. Some people prefer small town USA, or a national park (or national forest). All good.
More like 125 a night for a motel....
You forgot about the homeless people encampments everywhere and how it smells like boiled urine in most places.
Y’all mfers act like LA is the only city in America to go through that🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾🤦🏾 fuckin annoying
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