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The City of Angels offers everything from great surfing and hiking to high-end shopping and restaurants. Downtown Los Angeles offers cultural aspects from Chinatown to the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Be sure to take advantage of your time, and have some fun bumping into celebrities while you are in town!
Local Attractions (within walking distance):
Disney Concert Hall
http://www.laphil.com/ 
Visit the home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and see Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Judy Collins perform her unique blend of interpretative folk and pop songs. You can also catch the Los Angeles Master Chorale: Bruckner & Stravinsky open with a haunting Kyrie before blossoming into a Hall-filling musical splendor.
Farmers Market
http://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/los-angeles/venue/1%3A5907/farmers-market
Located at the corner of 3rd and Fairfax, local farmers began selling produce here back in 1934. A handful of stalls still sell groceries, however it has become overwhelmingly populated by stands providing a true around-the-world culinary experience.
LA LIVE
http://lalive.com/
This leading entertainment destination has hosted the GRAMMYs, EMMYs, ESPYs, and the American Music Awards just to name a few. Stop by to catch a movie, dine at one of the several great restaurants or watch the Lakers play.
Los Angeles Museum Village
http://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/museums/venue/5787/los-angeles-county-museum-of-art
This 20-acre complex is home to some of the most striking collections of artwork. If you are interested in modern pieces, be sure to visit the Broad Contemporary Art Museum.
Olivera Street
http://www. olvera-street.com
Also known as El Pueblo Historic Monument, this colorful neighborhood features historic buildings with a traditional Mexican Plaza center. In the marketplace you can find many Mexican handicrafts.
Little Tokyo
http://www. visitlittletokyo.com/
Enjoy a walking tour of Little Tokyo and see the lush gardens, craft markets and live performances. The smell of fresh sushi and tempuras with entice you to step into one of the many great international dining establishments.
Local Attractions (not close to the hotel – but nearby or a short drive away):
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
http://bobbakermarionettes.com/
Visit this one of a kind Marionette Theater and see how one puppeteer is keeping the tradition alive. Opened in 1961, the theater has charmed audiences for generations. Serving as an Animation Advisor for many film studios, including Walt Disney, Mr. Baker choose to open his own theater to showcasing over 3,000 puppets.
Disneyland
http://disneyland.com
You never get too old to visit Disneyland. This theme park is filled with things to do and see whether you would like stop and listen to the live music in New Orleans Square or take a ride on the frightful Space Mountain. Be sure to stop and say hello to Mickey and Minnie Mouse while you are there!
Hollywood Walk of Fame
http://www.walkoffame.com
Catch a glimpse of celebrity status and meander down the Hollywood Walk of Fame. There are over 2,000 figures from the entertainment world immortalized in pink terrazzo and gold lettering. Stop by Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, where countless premieres and galas have been.
Los Angeles Conservancy Walking Tour
http://www.laconservancy.org/tours
Take in the City’s top sights, ranging from historical theaters to San Pedro architecture. As these full-efficient tours are very popular, be sure to reserve your spot in advance!
Rodeo Drive
http://www.rodeodrive-bh.com/index4.html
This is the best known place in this city for great high-end shopping; does Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman ring a bell? Stroll along the $200 million ersatz European cobblestone mingling with other tourists and serious spenders.
Venice Beach
http://www.venicebeach.com
Known as the kooky center of California, Venice Beach is bordered with small art shops. Walk the shorelines of Venice Beach or grab a bite to eat at the local Figtree’s Café.
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