Guidebook for Los Angeles

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Guidebook for Los Angeles

Parks & Nature

A short drive up the 101 freeway to the Topanga Canyon exit towards Malibu Beach is a breathtaking view at every hairpin turn through the Santa Monica Mountains, climaxing with the Pacific Ocean from on high, and winding down to the lush white beach sands.
Pacific Coast Highway
A short drive up the 101 freeway to the Topanga Canyon exit towards Malibu Beach is a breathtaking view at every hairpin turn through the Santa Monica Mountains, climaxing with the Pacific Ocean from on high, and winding down to the lush white beach sands.
Just a short bike ride or 20-minute walk to Lake Balboa Park where it feels as if you're no longer in the city, with a bird sanctuary as home to rare species and large swans waddling all around the lake.
18 locals recommend
Lake Balboa/Anthony C. Beilenson Park
18 locals recommend
Just a short bike ride or 20-minute walk to Lake Balboa Park where it feels as if you're no longer in the city, with a bird sanctuary as home to rare species and large swans waddling all around the lake.
World-famous Japanese Gardens only a 5-minute drive.
24 locals recommend
SuihoEn - The Japanese Garden
24 locals recommend
World-famous Japanese Gardens only a 5-minute drive.

Sightseeing

A nice walking trail very close to home among trees and brambles.
Lake Balboa Hiking Trail
A nice walking trail very close to home among trees and brambles.

Essentials

A short 5-minute walk to Food4Less, a large grocery store open late. There are many eateries within walking distance. In-N-Out Burger is across the street. The 7-11 on the corner is open 24 hours. Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, Ralph's and Gelson's are all within about a ten-minute drive.
Food 4 Less
A short 5-minute walk to Food4Less, a large grocery store open late. There are many eateries within walking distance. In-N-Out Burger is across the street. The 7-11 on the corner is open 24 hours. Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, Ralph's and Gelson's are all within about a ten-minute drive.