Aquarium of the Pacific- More than 10,000 fish in 17 major habitat tanks and 30 smaller exhibits. Shoreline Drive and Aquarium Way, Long Beach 562-590-3100 www.aquariumofpacific.org
Catalina Island-Only 22 miles off the coast of LA, but it feels like a world away. Stroll the quaint streets of Avalon and experience the adventurous village of Two Harbors. Catch the Catalina Express boats in San Pedro or Long Beach. 310-519-7971 www.catalina.com
Disneyland-Enjoy 60 attractions in eight themed areas. Ball Road at Santa Ana Freeway, Anaheim. 714-781-4565. www.disneyland.disney.go.com ( We enjoy Disneyland so much our family has season passes)
Disney’s California Adventure- Disney’s newest theme park dedicated to California. Ball Road at Santa Ana Freeway, Anaheim. 714-781-4565 disneyland.disney.go.com/CaliforniaAdventure
Getty Center- On a 110-acre hilltop, this architectural masterpiece houses the J. Paul Getty collection of Greek & Roman antiquities, European paintings, drawings, sculptures and manuscripts. 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles 310-440-7300 www.getty.edu/museum/
Hermosa Beach Farmer’s Market- An abundance of fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers. Fridays 12noon- 4pm Valley Drive between 8th and 10th Streets We go every week, there are many stands and a great variety of organic fruit and vegetables, as well as seafood and baked goods. Buy fresh and local!
Hollywood Bowl-Experience music under the stars at this world famous venue. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood 323-850-2000 www.hollywoodbowl.com
KnottÂs Berry Farm- Thrill rides, roller coasters and Camp Snoopy, plus Knott’s famous chicken dinner at the restaurant. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park. 714-220-5200 www.knotts.com
Knott¹s Soak City-13 acres of water rides and attractions for the whole family. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park 714-220-5220 www.soakcityusa.com
La Brea Tar Pits- One of the world¹s most famous fossil localities with an unusually diverse collection of extinct Ice Age plants and animals. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 323-934-7243 www.tarpits.org
Legoland- 128-acre theme park features rides and spectacular miniature lego towns. 1 Lego Drive, off I-5 at Cannon Road, Carlsbad 760-918-5346 www.lego.com/eng/legoland
Lomita Railroad Museum- Features authentic station house, steam locomotive, caboose and railroad memorabilia. 2137 West 250th Street, Lomita 310-326-6255 lomita-rr.org
Los Angeles County Museum of Art- Permanent collection includes nearly 100,000 works of art from ancient times to the present. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 323-857-6000 www.lacma.org
Los Angeles Zoo- 113-acres in Griffith Park features a children’s zoo and unique exhibits, including the Red Ape Rain Forest and an orangutan habitat replica. 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles 323-644-6400 www.lazoo.org
Manhatta Beach Farmers Market- Just started up a few months back. Have yet to go. Located on Valley Dr, one block North of Manhattan Beach Blvd..
Manhattan Beach Roundhouse Aquarium- Sharks, eels, lobsters, octopi. Free admission. End of Manhattan Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach 310-379-8117
Museum of Contemporary Art - A collection of art created since 1940 in all media. 250 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles 213-626-6222 www.moca-la.org
Redondo Beach Farmer’s Market- Flowers, fruits and vegetables straight from the farm. Thursdays 8am1pm Just south of the Redondo Beach Pier on Harbor Drive.
Redondo Beach Pier- Shops, restaurants, fishing, entertainment for all ages. At Torrance Blvd. and the ocean. Redondo Beach www.redondo.com/pier
Redondo Beach Whaling Wall- 2nd largest marine mural created by Wyland, the most influential marine artist of our time. 1100 Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach
RMS Queen Mary- The most luxurious ocean liner ever built offers daily tours and several award winning restaurants. 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach 562-435-3511 www.queenmary.com
Seaside Lagoon- Seasonal enclosed saltwater swimming area with slides, sandy beaches, volleyball courts, play equipment and picnic areas. 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach 310-318-0681 www.redondo.org/recreation/seaside
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor- Water park with more than 22 water slides and other attractions. Magic Mtn. Parkway, I-5, Valencia 818-367-5965 www.sixflags.com/parks/hurricaneharbor
Six Flags Magic Mountain- More than 100 rides, shows and attractions including some of the world’s top roller coasters. Magic Mtn. Parkway, I-5, Valencia 818-367-5965 www.sixflags.com/parks/magicmountain
South Coast Botanic Garden- An 87-acre garden with over 150,000 plants & trees. Walking/shuttle tours and picnic areas. 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula 310-544-6815
Universal Studios Hollywood- Take a tour of actual movie sets enjoy the numerous movie themed attractions. Hollywood Freeway at Lankershim Blvd., Universal City 818-508-9600 themeparks.universalstudios.com
Wayfarer¹s Chapel- Famous glass church designed by Lloyd Wright overlooking the ocean. 5755 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes 310-377-1650
Whale Watching- The annual migration brings these amazing mammals right along the shoreline of the beach cities. Trips leave from the Redondo Beach Marina, January  April. 310-372-2111
Wilderness Park- Discover a mini wilderness in the heart of Redondo Beach. Picnic areas and overnight camping. 1102 Camino Real, Redondo Beach 310-318-0668
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Short term and long term fully furnished oceanfront luxury vacation & corporate rentals. If your stay is for business or pleasure, we have four different vacation home for you. Located in Los Angeles County and close to all major attractions.
Hermosa Oasis
310-697-3587