Los Angeles's acropolis occupies the top of a hill on land once destined to be the site of a co-operative housing development. The complex was conceived as...

In business since 1908, Philippe the Original is one of two local spots that claims to have invented the French dip sandwich. Savvy customers select the...

Like the hotel in which it's housed, Bar Marmont is both gently exclusive and fabulously elegant. The bar itself is a stately gem, with an air of permanence...

The longstanding Disneyland resort isn't just a set of theme parks: it's a spectacular piece of pop art that's as bright or as dark as you'd like it to be....

'If every person could look through that telescope,' declared Griffith J Griffith, 'it would revolutionise the world.' More than 70 years after this iconic...

The $274-million crown jewel of the LA Music Center, Disney Hall opened in 2003 to rave reviews. The novelty hasn't yet worn off: both inside and out, this...

The bequest of entrepreneur Henry E Huntington is now one of the most enjoyable attractions in the Los Angeles region. It's also not a destination that you...

UCB offers three or four shows per night across a variety of disciplines. Highlights include the flagship Asssscat improv show, $8 on Saturdays but free on...

Back in 1934, local farmers began selling produce at the corner of 3rd and Fairfax. A handful of stalls still sell groceries, but they're outnumbered by...

While LACMA's collections have long been the most impressive in the city, the 20-acre complex of buildings in which they've been housed has been quite the...

In terms of both variety and technology, there are better options in Hollywood. However, the famous hand- and footprints outside this iconic theatre only...

Don't let the dress code (no T-shirts, sportswear, sneakers or baggy jeans) scare you off: you'll be thankful you made the effort when you set foot inside...

Baker has been staging marionette shows for more than 40 years; booking for them is essential. Staff can also cater for children's parties.

Completed in 1927, this cavernous theatre remains LA's pre-eminent superclub. Avalon's Saturday-night bookings have embraced Europe's techno renaissance and...