1 day in Los Angeles & Portland Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Mon): take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Los Angeles road trip site.

Seattle to Los Angeles is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Los Angeles when traveling from Seattle in July, with lows around 66°F. On the 11th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

On the 11th (Mon), look for gifts at Powell's City of Books.

To find traveler tips, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Portland trip planner.

You can fly from Los Angeles to Portland in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Los Angeles in July since evenings lows in Portland dip to 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.