La Brea Travel Guide
Los Angeles
Popular places to visit
The Grove
If you want to shop and dine in one convenient location, but still enjoy the sunny weather of Los Angeles, visit this outdoor mall and entertainment center.
Farmers Market
This historic shopping complex attracts locals and tourists, who come to snack, browse and people-watch among the stalls.
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.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Los Angeles All-Inclusive Pass: Includes Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Top hotels in La Brea
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Room was spotless. The renovation has clearly been a success.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Great location for TCM Classic Film Festival. Very clean, great service, everyone is very friendly and efficient and helpful. Center of everything Hollywood, across the street from Jimmy Kimmel and El Capitain .
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Freehand Los Angeles
Room was great, staff were really nice and the rooftop is really cool! Would definitely come back
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Nice property. Large. Big sofas for seating if you have to check out and catch a later flight.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
Hotel location is excellent - walking distance to Disney Hall, restaurants and downtown attractions. Room was spotless and - most of all - quiet! Parking is convenient, though expensive (that's LA). Very pleased with my stay.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
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Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Brea
Beverly Grove
While visiting Beverly Grove, you might make a stop by sights like Beverly Center Shopping Mall and Melrose Avenue.
West Hollywood
If you're spending some time in West Hollywood, Melrose Avenue and Sunset Strip are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Palladium and Sunset Gower & Sunset Bronson Studios.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Hollywood Hills
You'll enjoy the mountain views and live music in Hollywood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Runyon Canyon Park or Hollywood Bowl.
