15 days in Los Angeles Itinerary

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

Get some historical perspective at Hollywood Walk of Fame and Santa Monica Pier. Visiting Crystal Cove and Huntington Dog Beach will get you outdoors. Explore Los Angeles' surroundings by going to Laguna Beach (Virga Gallery & Victoria Beach), Founder's Park (in Anaheim) and Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum (in Yorba Linda). There's much more to do: learn about winemaking at Wiens Family Cellars - Winery, enjoy the sand and surf at El Matador State Beach, look and learn at Griffith Observatory, and examine the collection at The Getty Center.

For photos, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Los Angeles trip planning site.

If you are flying in from South Africa, the closest major aiports are Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino International Airport and Edwards Air Force Base. In September, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can travel back home.