De style Art déco, cet observatoire a été construit au début des années 1930 et constitue l’un des monuments les plus importants de Californie du Sud. Utilisant des technologies ultramodernes, l’Oschin Planetarium propose d’incroyables spectacles de lumière. À l’extérieur de l’observatoire, vous pourrez profiter de vues imprenables sur la région, aussi époustouflantes de jour comme de nuit. Les expositions et les spectacles du planétarium fascinent toujours les visiteurs, et vous reconnaîtrez peut-être l’observatoire comme le site de tournage du dénouement du film La Fureur de vivre. Par nuit claire, profitez des télescopes publics gratuits pour observer les étoiles de plus près.
Le Getty Center est un musée incontournable de la ville. Avec ses hauts plafonds et son architecture originale, c'est l'un des plus beaux musées de Los Angeles. Il abrite une multitude d’œuvres d’art, sculptures et photographies d’Europe et d’Amérique, ainsi que d’anciens manuscrits et des objets d’art décoratifs. Au cours des dernières années, il a notamment exposé des manuscrits italiens datant du Moyen-Âge et de la Renaissance, de même que des portraits religieux de Rembrandt. Réservez une journée entière pour explorer ce musée, avec ses jardins centraux et son restaurant populaire, qui vous éblouiront par leur beauté.
Located in beautiful Griffith Park and given to the City of Los Angeles as a gift in 1896, the Greek Theater is an outdoor concert venue you must experience while staying in L.A. Though it can seat more than 6,000 patrons, you may never again enjoy such a truly intimate setting for listening to one of your favorite performers. Surrounded by trees, the space offers outstanding acoustics. Whether you prefer classical music, rock, easy listening or jazz, you'll love this place. Ticket prices vary widely and can often be somewhat expensive. Depending on the time of year, you'll probably want to bring along a sweater or jacket, since you'll be seated outdoors in a city that can get a bit chilly in the evenings. On show nights the box office remains open for 30 minutes before the show.
After the Palace Theatre was converted for silent films, the Orpheum vaudeville circuit moved here for its remaining years. Like the Los Angeles Theatre, it emulates the opulence of a French palace, with a marble lobby, a gold gilt ceiling, and a rare organ. One of the landmarks in the region, the theatre continues to host multiple events, shows and concerts. Tickets can be booked online or at the box office, one hour prior to the show.
Occupant 1 704 hectares à l’extrémité Est des monts Santa Monica, le Griffith Park est surnommé « le Central Park de Los Angeles », bien que son étendue verdoyante dépasse sa contrepartie de la côte Ouest à la fois en termes de taille et de charme sauvage. Ce parc municipal est l’un des plus grands espaces verts urbains d’Amérique du Nord, affaissé sur un paysage onduleux enveloppé de bois de chênes et de noyers, de buissons de sauge côtière, d’espaces paysagers et de profondes gorges luxuriantes. C’est l’endroit idéal pour pratiquer des activités en plein air telles que la randonnée, l’équitation et le tennis, ou encore de visiter des attractions populaires comme l’observatoire Griffith, le zoo de Los Angeles Zoo, le Greek Theater et l’emblématique panneau Hollywood. Mêlant de magnifiques jardins paysagers et des zones sauvages, le Griffith Park est l’aire de loisirs la plus populaire et spectaculaire de Los Angeles.
Attraction emblématique à Hollywood, Universal Studios est un endroit incontournable pour tous les amateurs de parcs thématiques et d’adrénaline. Abritant une multitude d’activités en constante évolution, ce parc offre la garantie d’une excellente journée pour toute la famille. Après la visite guidée, vous pourrez flâner dans le parc, vous restaurer dans un de ses nombreux restaurants et cafés, avant d’assister à divers spectacles comme Waterworld ou le Special Effects Show. Pour encore plus d’adrénaline, prenez la direction de manèges tels que Mummy Ride, la section Wizarding World of Harry Potter, ou encore la célèbre expérience virtuelle King Kong 360-3D.
The Robinson Memorial is fittingly located a few blocks from where the legendary athlete and trailblazer was born. After facing constant scrutiny by the community for being part of the only black family living in the area, Jackie Robinson went on to become a star athlete at Pasadena City College and UCLA. He eventually became the first African American in major league baseball and the rest, as they say is history. The memorial depicts the visages of both Jackie and his older brother Mack, who also contributed to the civil rights movement.
Considered by the Greene brothers as their best architectural achievement, the Robert R. Blacker House is a grand bungalow which was built in 1907 for 100,000 USD. In adjusted figures, that sum is even more impressive, especially since the owner of the house provided the lumber from his own company. In the 1980s, a Texan purchased the house and sold off a number of the furniture and other interior accoutrements designed by the Greene brothers, causing a scandal among Pasadena's preservationists. Although the home is a private residence, no tour of historic L.A. structures would be complete without catching at least a glimpse of it.
Downey History Center is an educational center that provides a wealth of historical information, preservation, education and research. Whether you are just curious about Downey's history or are a serious scholar, you will find everything you need. Resources include Downey newspapers dating from 1888, photographs dating from 1870, books and periodicals about Downey, Los Angeles County, California and more. There is also a lot of information on Downey's namesake, Governor John Gately Downey. Call ahead for varying days.
This museum presents wax figures of African American personalities. It also showcases the eras through authentic clothing, uniforms and artifacts. The museum has figures of Malcolm X, Muhammed Ali, Harriet Tubman, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Louis Armstrong and George Washington. It also presents cultural artifacts from the African world as well as black memorabilia from recent times.
Located on South Lake Avenue, The Commons can be better described as a meeting point for locals on the east of the Playhouse District. The charming venue offers a good range of unique services, stores and eateries like the Green Street Restaurant and more that are lined along its shady courtyard. It's a spot where you can combine work with a fine dining experience. Besides, the California Institute of Technology and the famous Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens lie a short distance away.
This gallery is not only about beautiful displays. Adamm's Stained Glass & Art Glass Gallery also represents budding talent and is known around the world for its creations in glass. A visit to the gallery will bring you face to face with vessels, paperweights, lamps, plates, and sculptures of incredible design. What's more, Susan G/ott, Gavin Heath and other designers make their art affordable to the public.