Where To Take Out-Of-Towners In Los Angeles

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At some point or another someone is going to announce that they're coming to visit you. And when that time comes you're going to say "What in God's name am I supposed to do with so-and-so." But like a good earthquake preparedness kit we will be there when disaster strikes.

Neighborhoods To Visit:

Venice

If you want your guest to see the more colorful side of LA’s beach community then a trip to Venice Beach is in order. You can see people hawking useless wares, watch graffiti artists work their magic, gawk at crazy kids doing tricks in the skate park, and try to catch a fish off the pier. And don’t forget to take a gander at the Venice Canals before you leave.

Robertson Blvd.

If your visitor likes to shop and loves “US Magazine” then head to Robertson Boulevard. You’ll have a high chance of seeing celebs when you swing by boutiques like Lisa Kline, Kitson, and Tory Burch.

Robertson Haunts:

Kitson

115 S Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Tory Burch

142 S Robertson Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Beverly Hills

This may seem SUPER boring to you, but odds are your guest probably wants to go to Beverly Hills. Sigh. A quick tour of Rodeo Drive shouldn’t take too long, and once your guest sees how expensive everything is, he/she will probably want to leave soon anyway. If you want to give them the real LA experience, tell them to wait in line at Sprinkles for a cupcake. That’ll teach ’em.

Hollywood

If you want to give your guest a taste of Hollywood take them to the center of hell, er umm, Hollywood Boulevard, where they can see the crazies in front of the Mann Chinese Theater, take a tour of the Kodak Theatre (where your guest can practice his/her Oscar acceptance speech), and witness the atrocity that is the Hollywood & Highland complex.

Hollywood Sights:

Where To Go

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Artsy Destinations:

Walt Disney Concert Hall

111 S Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Downtown is always an interesting destination for out-of-towers—they will be amazed that a sprawling mess like LA is able to even have a city center. And the piece de resistance of Downtown? Why the Walt Disney Concert Hall of course! Take your guest to see the blinding wonder designed by architect supreme Frank Gehry.

Downtown is always an interesting destination for out-of-towers—they will be amazed that a sprawling mess like LA is able to even have a city center. And the piece de resistance of Downtown? Why the Walt Disney Concert Hall of course! Take your guest to see the blinding wonder designed by architect supreme Frank Gehry.

Getty Villa

17985 Pacific Coast Hwy Malibu , CA 90265

If your visitor doesn’t become narcoleptic at the sight of a museum then skip LACMA and take them to the Getty Villa instead. Modeled after a Pompeii villa and located overlooking the sparkling Pacific ocean in Malibu, this gorgeous museum is a winner.

Where To Eat:

Roscoe's House of Chicken

1514 N Gower Street, Los Angeles, CA 90028

After you’ve gotten your guest nice and liquored up, taken ‘em to Roscoe’s where they can stuff their face with mouthfuls of fried chicken, waffles, syrup, and butter.

After you’ve gotten your guest nice and liquored up, taken ‘em to Roscoe’s where they can stuff their face with mouthfuls of fried chicken, waffles, syrup, and butter.

Canter's Fairfax Restaurant

419 N Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036

For people watching and not-so-amazing deli food take the out-of-towner to Canter’s for matzah ball soup and chocolate regulach. If you’re feeling like a punk take them next door to the legendary Kibbitz room, where punk rock is king.

For people watching and not-so-amazing deli food take the out-of-towner to Canter’s for matzah ball soup and chocolate regulach. If you’re feeling like a punk take them next door to the legendary Kibbitz room, where punk rock is king.

Spago

176 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

If your guest wants to treat you for being such an awesome host or hostess, suggest a trip to Spago, the ultimate Wolfgang Puck resto. If your visitor balks at the price just tell them it’s where ALL the celebrities eat.

If your guest wants to treat you for being such an awesome host or hostess, suggest a trip to Spago, the ultimate Wolfgang Puck resto. If your visitor balks at the price just tell them it’s where ALL the celebrities eat.

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Dan Tana's

9071 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood , CA 90069

This legendary Italian restaurant is the mothership when it comes to celebrity sightings, so it’s a great spot to take out an out-of-towner. But if you and your guest want to live it up like stars or industry tycoons, than you better make a reservation waaaaaaay in advance.

Where To Party (a.k.a Drink):

Dresden Room Restaurant

1760 N Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027

If your guest has seen “Swingers” then a trip to the Dresden Room is a MUST. Your guest will be tickled pink that Marty and Elaine are actual people.

If your guest has seen “Swingers” then a trip to the Dresden Room is a MUST. Your guest will be tickled pink that Marty and Elaine are actual people.

Saddle Ranch Chop House

8371 West Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069

While very few people who live in LA make it a point to head to the Sunset Strip for their nightlife needs, you guest doesn’t need to know that! Get them drunk at the Saddle Ranch and persuade them to ride the mechanical bull (tell them that if Miranda on “Sex And The City” did it, they can do it too).

While very few people who live in LA make it a point to head to the Sunset Strip for their nightlife needs, you guest doesn’t need to know that! Get them drunk at the Saddle Ranch and persuade them to ride the mechanical bull (tell them that if Miranda on “Sex And The City” did it, they can do it too).

The Standard Hotel

8300 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069

If the Saddle Ranch doesn’t suit your guest’s style, then head across the street to the Standard Hotel where they can hang out in the hotel’s mod bar. They can gawk at the live model displayed behind glass, and remark every five minutes how darn white everything is.

If the Saddle Ranch doesn’t suit your guest’s style, then head across the street to the Standard Hotel where they can hang out in the hotel’s mod bar. They can gawk at the live model displayed behind glass, and remark every five minutes how darn white everything is.

Bar at Chateau Marmont

8221 W Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90046

If you want to make your guest feel like a rock star take them to the bar at the Chateau Marmont. While you sit around boozing you can debate whether or not you think Scarlett Johansson and Benicio Del Toro actually did get busy in the hotel’s elevator.

If you want to make your guest feel like a rock star take them to the bar at the Chateau Marmont. While you sit around boozing you can debate whether or not you think Scarlett Johansson and Benicio Del Toro actually did get busy in the hotel’s elevator.

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