Trip to Los Angeles, the United States: how to get there, how many days and when to go

Los Angeles – Califórnia Destination Los Angeles and Hollywood

How to get there

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Los Angeles · 30 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

Confirm before purchasing. LAX has ground transport and links to the urban network; choose the route to your accommodation according to the neighborhood and arrival time.

How many days

Four or five days for the main areas of Los Angeles, not counting all the parks and coastal towns.

When to go

In Los Angeles, the periods from April to June and from September to October usually have mild conditions for outdoor circuits; between November and March, consider the possibility of rain when planning the coast.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

The metro serves some routes; a car or hired transport helps combine museums and distant viewpoints.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Los Angeles

Morning
Universal Studios Hollywood
Begin with Universal Studios Hollywood, with tickets and transport already organized. Set priorities for Universal Studios Hollywood according to the group's profile and requirements.
Afternoon
Continuation of Universal Studios Hollywood
Stay within the Universal Studios Hollywood circuit and distribute the remaining areas after a break. The afternoon in Los Angeles remains dedicated to Universal Studios Hollywood, without another major distant visit.
Late afternoon
Departure from Universal Studios Hollywood
Complete the Universal Studios Hollywood itinerary at a comfortable pace and use remaining time to return to your base in Los Angeles; confirm transport before leaving the entrance area.
Evening
Rest in Los Angeles
After the day dedicated to Universal Studios Hollywood, keep the evening close to your accommodation in Los Angeles, without adding another long road stage.

2 days in Los Angeles

Day 1

Morning
Griffith Observatory
In this 2-day plan, on day 1 of the 2-day Los Angeles itinerary, start with Griffith Observatory; in the 2-day plan, arrival at Griffith Observatory should respect the access reserved for that day 1 of the 2-day plan.
Afternoon
Griffith Observatory circuit
In this 2-day plan, continue the visit to Griffith Observatory on day 1; if time and energy allow, the surrounding area can complete the shift, depending on available access.
Late afternoon
End of day 1
In this 2-day plan, finish the Griffith Observatory visit on day 1 and organize the return to your base in Los Angeles, leaving slack for the next stage of the 2-day itinerary.
Evening
Break after Griffith Observatory
In this 2-day plan, keep the night of day 1 near your accommodation in Los Angeles; the 2-day plan spreads the effort so as not to compress subsequent visits.

Day 2

Morning
Getty Center
In this 2-day plan, on day 2 of the 2-day Los Angeles itinerary, start with Getty Center; in the 2-day plan, arrival at Getty Center should respect the access reserved for that day 2 of the 2-day plan.
Afternoon
Getty Center circuit
In this 2-day plan, continue the Getty Center visit on day 2; if time and energy allow, the surrounding area can complete the shift, depending on available access.
Late afternoon
End of day 2
In this 2-day plan, finish the Getty Center visit on day 2 and arrange the return to your base in Los Angeles, leaving slack for the next stage of the 2-day itinerary.
Evening
Break after Getty Center
In this 2-day plan, keep the night of day 2 near your accommodation in Los Angeles; the 2-day plan spreads the effort so as not to compress subsequent visits.

3 days in Los Angeles

Day 1

Morning
Griffith Observatory
In this 3-day plan, on day 1 of the 3-day Los Angeles itinerary, start with Griffith Observatory; in the 3-day plan, arrival at Griffith Observatory should respect the access reserved for that day 1 of the 3-day plan.
Afternoon
Griffith Observatory circuit
In this 3-day plan, continue the Griffith Observatory visit on day 1; if time and energy allow, the surrounding area can complete the shift, depending on available access.
Late afternoon
End of day 1
In this 3-day plan, finish the Griffith Observatory visit on day 1 and organize the return to your base in Los Angeles, leaving slack for the next stage of the 3-day itinerary.
Evening
Break after Griffith Observatory
In this 3-day plan, keep the night of day 1 near your accommodation in Los Angeles; the 3-day plan spreads the effort so as not to compress subsequent visits.

Day 2

Morning
Getty Center
In this 3-day plan, on day 2 of the 3-day Los Angeles itinerary, start with Getty Center; in the 3-day plan, arrival at Getty Center should respect the access reserved for that day 2 of the 3-day plan.
Afternoon
Getty Center circuit
In this 3-day plan, continue the Getty Center visit on day 2; if time and energy allow, the surrounding area can complete the shift, depending on available access.
Late afternoon
End of day 2
In this 3-day plan, finish the Getty Center visit on day 2 and organize the return to your base in Los Angeles, leaving slack for the next stage of the 3-day itinerary.
Evening
Break after Getty Center
In this 3-day plan, keep the night of day 2 near your accommodation in Los Angeles; the 3-day plan spreads the effort so as not to compress subsequent visits.

Day 3

Morning
Hollyhock House
In this 3-day plan, on day 3 of the 3-day Los Angeles itinerary, start with Hollyhock House; in the 3-day plan, arrival at Hollyhock House should respect the access reserved for that day 3 of the 3-day plan.
Afternoon
Hollyhock House circuit
In this 3-day plan, continue the Hollyhock House visit on day 3; if time and energy allow, the surrounding area can complete the shift, depending on available access.
Late afternoon
End of day 3
In this 3-day plan, finish the Hollyhock House visit on day 3 and organize the return to your base in Los Angeles, leaving slack for the next stage of the 3-day itinerary.
Evening
Break after Hollyhock House
In this 3-day plan, keep the night of day 3 near your accommodation in Los Angeles; the 3-day plan spreads the effort so as not to compress subsequent visits.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

How to get to Los Angeles and start the visit?

LAX is the main gateway; check transport to your neighborhood.

How many days to set aside for Los Angeles?

Four or five days give time for the urban areas.

How to get around during your stay in Los Angeles?

Group visits by neighborhood to reduce traffic.

Your trip to Los Angeles.