3 days in Los Angeles & Houston Itinerary

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

On the 12th (Mon), make an unforgettable trip to Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! and then discover the magic at Disneyland Park. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, make a trip to Santa Monica Yacht Harbor Sign, stroll the grounds of Hollywood Forever Cemetery, then look and learn at Griffith Observatory, and finally make a trip to Hollywood Walk of Fame.

For ratings, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Los Angeles road trip planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Los Angeles. In October in Los Angeles, expect temperatures between 82°F during the day and 62°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can travel to Houston.

Although urban sprawl remains synonymous with Houston, most of the city's tourist attractions lie within the relatively small downtown area, surrounded by diverse neighborhoods housing the nation's biggest African-American, Asian-American, and Latino communities.

On the 14th (Wed), see the interesting displays at Space Center Houston and then take in the dramatic scenery at Water Wall.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Houston trip planner.

Getting from Los Angeles to Houston by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Los Angeles to Houston due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 84°F in October, and nighttime lows around 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.