Things to Do in Los Angeles Beyond the Theme Parks

Southern California packs Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland into one sprawling region. Between park days there’s Hollywood, the beaches from Santa Monica to Malibu, studio tours, food tours and day trips to Catalina Island.

These are the top-rated tours and activities around Los Angeles and Orange County, grouped so you can plan the days between parks.

Jump to: Day Trips · After Dark · Food & Drink · Outdoors & On the Water · Museums, Shows & Culture · Sightseeing Tours

Day Trips in Los Angeles

Get out of town for a day.

After Dark in Los Angeles

Ghost tours, night cruises and nights out.

Food & Drink in Los Angeles

Food tours, tastings and cooking classes.

Outdoors & On the Water in Los Angeles

Boats, kayaks, wildlife and fresh air.

Museums, Shows & Culture in Los Angeles

History, art, shows and local culture.

Sightseeing Tours in Los Angeles

See the highlights with a guide.

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