Eastside Travel Guide
Los Angeles





Popular places to visit

4th Street Retro Row
Packed with boutiques, vintage stores, varied restaurants and other independent businesses, this is the beating heart of the creative spirit of Long Beach.

Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!

Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.

Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon

Los Angeles: Battleship Iowa Museum Ticket

Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour

Catalina Express: San Pedro to Avalon One-Way Ferry
Top hotels in Eastside

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Parking was horrible had to pay 300 for 4 days no breakfast over priced for nothing to be included room never got cold was humid never again
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Great hotel and clean room. Downside is Expensive parking. Parking is kind of far from getting to room.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Very good location and helpful staff. My son loves making hot chocolate in the lounge:-)
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Friendly staff, park shuttle, easy parking, and spacious room
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
The hotel was beautiful not far from the airport. Great bar inside
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
I appreciated the airport shuttle.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside

South Redondo
If you're spending some time in South Redondo, Redondo Beach Pier and King Harbor Marina are top sights worth seeing.

Westchester
You might enjoy the shopping while in Westchester. Bowlero Los Angeles is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Westchester/Veterans Station or LAX/Metro Transit Center to see more of the city.

Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Palace Theater are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.

South Park
While you're in South Park, take in top sights like Crypto.com Arena and jump on the metro at Pico Station to see more of the city.

Little Tokyo
Visitors often come to Little Tokyo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and Los Angeles City Hall. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Little Tokyo/Arts District Station.

Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
