Locals know The Last House on Mulholland sits in the primary viewing corridor, essentially the foreground of the Hollywood Sign, so if…
6101 Mulholland Hwy (Los Angeles)
“Locals know The Last House on Mulholland sits in the primary viewing corridor, essentially the foreground of the Hollywood Sign, so if you're showing friends around or just want a no-fail skyline flex, this vantage reliably delivers clean, unobstructed frames and a steady stream of people-watching.”
Trade your usual neighborhood loop for a cart ride through real film history. Paramount Pictures Studio Tour rolls you past working sets,…
5515 Melrose Ave (Los Angeles)
“Trade your usual neighborhood loop for a cart ride through real film history. Paramount Pictures Studio Tour rolls you past working sets, storied backlots, and a treasure trove of props, so you can flex that local bragging right that Hollywood is actually your backyard.”
The Greek Theatre is stacking the week with Tucker Wetmore tonight, Train’s Drops of Jupiter celebration Monday, and Tori Amos Tuesday,…
2700 N Vermont Ave (Los Angeles)
“The Greek Theatre is stacking the week with Tucker Wetmore tonight, Train’s Drops of Jupiter celebration Monday, and Tori Amos Tuesday, plus Undertale: The Determination Symphony to cap it. Quick hop from Glendale, and the vibes are peak summer night.”
The Old Los Angeles Zoo serves up moody stone enclosures, shady picnic nooks and easy trail access, so you can snack, explore, then wander…
4801 Griffith Park Dr (Los Angeles)
“The Old Los Angeles Zoo serves up moody stone enclosures, shady picnic nooks and easy trail access, so you can snack, explore, then wander into Griffith Park for a quick hike. It’s equal parts history lesson and quirky hangout, plus the photos basically take themselves.”
If you love live music with a side of sunset, Hollywood Bowl nails it. This historic amphitheater mixes every genre on one stage, lets you…
2301 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)
“If you love live music with a side of sunset, Hollywood Bowl nails it. This historic amphitheater mixes every genre on one stage, lets you bring a picnic and wine, and throws in those big LA Phil and movie nights that feel like a summer tradition worth the drive.”
Whether you’re chasing kiddo energy or your own inner railfan, Griffith Park & Southern Railroad sends antique-style locomotives over a…
4400 Crystal Springs Dr (Los Angeles)
“Whether you’re chasing kiddo energy or your own inner railfan, Griffith Park & Southern Railroad sends antique-style locomotives over a mile of track with a bridge, shady forest, and an Old Western Town, plus a T-6 simulator and seasonal rides like Halloween and holiday lights.”
Los Angeles Zoo has a great-ape baby boom, including a new gorilla sibling for Angela plus an orangutan and three chimpanzees, and keeper…
5333 Zoo Dr (Los Angeles)
“Los Angeles Zoo has a great-ape baby boom, including a new gorilla sibling for Angela plus an orangutan and three chimpanzees, and keeper talks plus a bird show make it feel like a backstage pass. Perfect for a low-key weekend wander with nature and zero screen glare.”
Rain, heat, or June gloom, The City Golf lets you grind in indoor bays across Koreatown, Sherman Oaks, and the new West LA spot using…
3500 W 6th St #238 (Los Angeles)
“Rain, heat, or June gloom, The City Golf lets you grind in indoor bays across Koreatown, Sherman Oaks, and the new West LA spot using Foresight GCQuad and Falcon data plus TourPutt for honest putting feedback. Book a lesson or get dialed with a Steve Lee fitting.”
Sometimes you just need to stand somewhere that reminds you why you live here. Serra Cross serves up sweeping ocean views, a dose of local…
Father Serra Cross
“Sometimes you just need to stand somewhere that reminds you why you live here. Serra Cross serves up sweeping ocean views, a dose of local history, and that quietly epic vibe, plus Serra Cross Park’s gorgeous stone ramparts if you’re into craftsmanship, perfect for a midweek mental recalibration.”
Westfield Century City delivers an outdoor, stroll-friendly mix of Alo Yoga and UNIQLO, bites at Eataly or Katsuya, plus AMC Theatres for a…
10250 Santa Monica Blvd (Los Angeles)
“Westfield Century City delivers an outdoor, stroll-friendly mix of Alo Yoga and UNIQLO, bites at Eataly or Katsuya, plus AMC Theatres for a movie. Heads up, the Mutiny Hang Challenge hits Aug 7-8 and Student Gear Up Day lands Aug 8, so you can shop, snack, then test your grip like Statham.”
Vista Theatre keeps it cinematic with classics, midnight weirdness, and new epics presented in glorious 35mm or 70mm. If your living room…
4473 Sunset Dr (Los Angeles)
“Vista Theatre keeps it cinematic with classics, midnight weirdness, and new epics presented in glorious 35mm or 70mm. If your living room speakers are tired, treat yourself to a real deal big screen and let the Egyptian decor vibes reset your week.”
Brain Dead Studios is the rare spot where cult gems and classics share the screen with live performances, plus legit food that beats sad…
611 N Fairfax Ave (Los Angeles)
“Brain Dead Studios is the rare spot where cult gems and classics share the screen with live performances, plus legit food that beats sad popcorn. The programming skews adventurous, think City of God to Wet Hot American Summer... so check the calendar and catch something weird and wonderful.”
Craving a brain-tease that isn’t just another trivia night? Two Trees Escape in Ventura stacks immersive rooms from dinosaur chaos and a…
2855 Johnson Dr Unit D
“Craving a brain-tease that isn’t just another trivia night? Two Trees Escape in Ventura stacks immersive rooms from dinosaur chaos and a post-apocalyptic vault to enchanted forests, sunken treasure, and Sherlock-level puzzles. Rally your crew, pick your vibe, and see if you can outsmart the story in 60 to 75 minutes.”
Whether you want a night out with jaw-dropping live performances or a behind-the-scenes tour that lets you step beyond the red carpet,…
1810 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)
“Whether you want a night out with jaw-dropping live performances or a behind-the-scenes tour that lets you step beyond the red carpet, Dolby Theatre keeps the calendar packed. Make it a Glendale-to-Hollywood field trip this week, and remember why living next door to the spotlight is actually pretty fun.”
New Beverly Cinema keeps Los Angeles movie lovers happily analog with gloriously projected 35mm, midnight oddities, Kiddee Matinees, and…
7165 Beverly Blvd (Los Angeles)
“New Beverly Cinema keeps Los Angeles movie lovers happily analog with gloriously projected 35mm, midnight oddities, Kiddee Matinees, and special events like live-scored silents.”
Skip the typical bar hang and hit Madame Tussauds Hollywood for an unapologetically L.A. mashup of selfie ops, Jumanji 4D and 7D…
6933 Hollywood Blvd (Los Angeles)
“A. mashup of selfie ops, Jumanji 4D and 7D experiences, and The Hollywood Rooftop Restaurant and Bar where weekend brunch, movie-inspired cocktails, and wax celeb cameos make for an oddly perfect night with friends or out-of-towners.”
Sunsets, ocean views, specialty boutiques and easy eats are all packed into Ventura Harbor Village, which also has Summer Whale Watching…
1583 Spinnaker Dr
“Sunsets, ocean views, specialty boutiques and easy eats are all packed into Ventura Harbor Village, which also has Summer Whale Watching with Island Packers now through September 30. Swing by for Steel Drum Sundays this week, then linger for a stroll and let the sea breeze reset your brain.”
Casitas Water Adventure keeps summer easy for local families with a mellow lazy river, inner tubes, and a kid-sized playground that won’t…
11311 Santa Ana Rd
“Casitas Water Adventure keeps summer easy for local families with a mellow lazy river, inner tubes, and a kid-sized playground that won’t overwhelm the littles. Toss in a snack bar and you’ve got an easy, close-to-home cool-down without the theme-park chaos.”
Whether the marine layer has you stuck inside or you just need a sanity-saving meetup, Jump 'n Jammin at The Collection at RiverPark packs…
670 Collection Blvd (Oxnard)
“Whether the marine layer has you stuck inside or you just need a sanity-saving meetup, Jump 'n Jammin at The Collection at RiverPark packs a massive multi-level play structure, climbing walls, slides, obstacle courses, air-powered cannons, a toddler area, plus that glorious Ball Volcano and Ball Drop.”
Slip over this week to Mission Basilica San Buenaventura 1782 for some 18th-century calm, a beautiful old church, and a small museum with…
211 E Main St
“Slip over this week to Mission Basilica San Buenaventura 1782 for some 18th-century calm, a beautiful old church, and a small museum with local stories, Chumash history, and artifacts. Stroll the grounds, pop by the gift shop, maybe catch a tour and let your shoulders drop a notch.”
Laemmle Royal programs the best indie, foreign, and art films on the Westside, with curated series like Anniversary Classics and the…
11523 Santa Monica Blvd (Los Angeles)
“Laemmle Royal programs the best indie, foreign, and art films on the Westside, with curated series like Anniversary Classics and the occasional filmmaker Q&A that turns a screening into a conversation. Ditch the endless scroll, let a real human’s taste pick your movie, and make it a midweek reset.”
The Ultimate Escape Rooms brings immersive, story-driven puzzles to life in Ventura with creepy-fun adventures like The Attic and The…
1591 Spinnaker Dr
“The Ultimate Escape Rooms brings immersive, story-driven puzzles to life in Ventura with creepy-fun adventures like The Attic and The Wizard's Lair. Grab your favorite co-conspirators, follow the clues, and prove Oxnard brains can beat the clock without Googling... we believe in you.”
River Ridge Golf Club gives Oxnard golfers room to roam, with The Vineyard and Victoria Lakes serving up different challenges plus weekly…
2401 W Vineyard Ave (Oxnard)
“River Ridge Golf Club gives Oxnard golfers room to roam, with The Vineyard and Victoria Lakes serving up different challenges plus weekly 9-hole leagues and solid instruction if the swing needs a tune-up. Breezy fairways, occasional ocean views, and a laid-back locals' feel keep it in steady rotation.”
Stoner Park Swimming Pool is a seasonal outdoor spot in West Los Angeles with a water slide, city-run swim lessons, and a swim team.…
1835 Stoner Ave (Los Angeles)
“Stoner Park Swimming Pool is a seasonal outdoor spot in West Los Angeles with a water slide, city-run swim lessons, and a swim team. Low-key, family-friendly vibe makes it an easy go-to when you want a simple, close-to-home swim that keeps everyone happy.”
From the Santa Monica newsletter, September 12, 2026
For nights when streaming just won’t cut it, Hollywood Legion Theater serves up big-screen vibes in a historic Hollywood setting that film…
2035 Highland Ave (Los Angeles)
“For nights when streaming just won’t cut it, Hollywood Legion Theater serves up big-screen vibes in a historic Hollywood setting that film nerds love. It’s part of Hollywood Post 43 of the American Legion, so your ticket supports a local veterans community while you catch something worth talking about.”
From the Los Angeles newsletter, September 10, 2026
Whether you need a midweek brain break or a big-screen fix, Plaza Stadium Cinemas 14 keeps the fresh releases rolling and the concessions…
255 W 5th St (Oxnard)
“Whether you need a midweek brain break or a big-screen fix, Plaza Stadium Cinemas 14 keeps the fresh releases rolling and the concessions classic. Grab popcorn the size of your head, pick something new, and make it a low-stress night close to home.”
Need a group-friendly spot where everyone actually has fun? Lucky Strike Mar Vista brings 28 slick lanes, an energetic arcade, and legit…
12125 Venice Blvd. (Los Angeles)
“Need a group-friendly spot where everyone actually has fun? Lucky Strike Mar Vista brings 28 slick lanes, an energetic arcade, and legit craft food and cocktails with a lively sports bar vibe. Worth the drive when your crew wants something different than the usual Camarillo dinner-and-a-movie.”
