Land of the rich and famous, Los Angeles is America’s top destination for star-studded adventures! If you fancy a bit of glitz and glamour, look no further: this sunny city’s got plenty in store for everyone. From the iconic Hollywood sign and the Walk of Fame to Disneyland, you’ll always want to have your cameras in hand when you visit the sites!
Shop like a material girl in Beverly Hills - Image credits: Devin Berko (@devinnn_b)
Short on budget? Not to worry! The GO City Los Angeles Pass is a total bang for your buck as it lets you explore the city’s most popular attractions with just one pass. No more waiting in lines or paying for multiple entrance tickets; instead, visit as many attractions as you like over 1, 2, 3, and up to 7 days!
Now that you know the best way to save some $$$ while here, check out these exciting things to do in Los Angeles with your GO City Pass:
- Have a blast with the entire fam at Universal Studios Hollywood
- Pose with your favorite stars at Madame Tussauds
- Take your pic at the Hollywood Sign and hike Griffith Park
- Conquer Six Flags Magic Mountain
- Meet the cute sea critters of the Aquarium of the Pacific
- Put on your thinking caps inside the Battleship USS Iowa Museum
- Hop-on and hop-off LA’s best sights
1. Have a blast with the entire fam at Universal Studios Hollywood
Hello Hollywood! - Image credits: Jeremy Bezanger (@unarchive)
A fan of films? Here’s the golden ticket to Universal Studios Hollywood, where movies come alive! Whether you’re a Potterhead or a Jurassic World lover, this Hollywood theme park’s got all your faves! Get your heart pumping at the King Kong 360 3D ride, enjoy butterbeer at Hogsmeade Village, and keep an eye out for your all-time favorite characters! You’ll never know who you might meet!
And if you want to take your fan craze to the next level, add Warner Bros. Studio Tour to your Los Angeles things-to-do list. Be part of the set and know what goes on behind the scenes. This tour includes a visit to Joey and Chandler’s pad from Friends and even your own Hogwarts house sorting ceremony!
Re-enact your favorite movie scenes on the green screen
2. Pose with your favorite stars at Madame Tussauds
Hang with Kylie and other Hollywood elites
Can’t get enough of movies and celebrities? This time meet the leading ladies and gentlemen behind the big screen when you visit Madame Tussauds. The world’s greatest wax museum boasts of star-studded lineups, from Oscar-winning actors, pop stars, A-list celebrities like the Kardashians, to superheroes!
3. Take your pic at the Hollywood Sign and hike Griffith Park
Show off your pride at Hollywood!
What’s a trip to America’s showbiz central without visiting the world-famous Hollywood sign? Next up on our list of terrific things to do in Los Angeles is taking a selfie at the iconic cultural landmark. But first, put on your best hiking boots as the adventure takes you for a climb! With the Hollywood Sign Hiking Tour, you’ll get to marvel at the incredible Los Angeles skyline from Griffith Park.
4. Conquer Six Flags Magic Mountain
Scream your lungs out when you take the plunge at the Goliath - Image credits: Zachariah Aussi (@amusementcentral)
For fun and thrills, head to Six Flags Magic Mountain—aka the Thrill Capital of the World. Here, you’ll find some of the most adrenaline-pumping rides, such as the Full Throttle, the fastest 160-feet looping coaster, and the CraZanity, the tallest pendulum ride on the West Coast. If that’s not enough, you can also try out 17 other wild and extreme rides…if you dare.
5. Meet the cute sea critters at the Aquarium of the Pacific
Meet and greet these ocean carnivores!
Besides the glamour of Hollywood and the thrill of theme parks, part of your Los Angeles things-to-do list should include a trip to Long Beach’s beloved aquarium: the Aquarium of the Pacific. This seaside aquarium’s got a fantastic showcase of jellyfishes, sharks, rays, seals, penguins, otters, and even friendly froggies!
6. Put on your thinking caps inside the Battleship USS Iowa
The ‘World’s Greatest Naval Ship” is notorious for her heavy-duty artilleries, armor, and fast speed
Los Angeles isn’t only famous for its dazzling stars, but it also has a colorful past! For a slice of history, climb aboard the Battleship USS Iowa, a museum that’s filled with relics from WWII and the Cold War. Get immersed in 50 years of naval history and pay homage to the Navy’s greatest heroes. Kids can also play a scavenger hunt on board with the museum’s mischievous mascot, Vicky the Dog!
7. Hop-On and hop-off LA’s best sights
Ask our bus guides for the best hole-in-the-wall places to see in Los Angeles!
Fancy a break from walking tours? Sightsee in style when you ride the bus! The Los Angeles Big Bus Hop-On and Hop-Off Tours bring you to the city’s best spots. Whether it’s Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, or Rodeo Drive, just hop on and off the bus anytime. Best yet, you can take your time on each site without needing to rush or having a fixed schedule!
Discover more things to do in Los Angeles with your GO City Pass and check out the official guidebook!
