Southwood Travel Guide
Los Angeles


Popular places to visit

Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!

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.

Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music 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.

Santa Monica Pier
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
Things to do

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Long Beach: Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon
Top hotels in Southwood

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
"Super nice staff and clean rooms"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"Room was very small. No place too put two suitcase. I coffee pod…and carpet had two large wet spots….Stay 3 weeks prior to was great"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
"This is a beautiful hotel with a wonderful staff. No issues there. There were a couple things I didn’t like about my stay here though. For some reason the lobby floor has a strong perfume smell which made my stomach turn. The pool was very far away from our room. The restaurant has an amazing view ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Loews Hollywood Hotel
"Staff and location were great. Hotel was not well maintained and seemed outdated. bathroom was not the cleanest and fan didn't work."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Freehand Los Angeles
"The building is beautiful and remodeled with lots of interesting touches. However, this hotel is by no means family friendly. I was traveling with my 12 year old son. The lobby isn’t really a lobby but a neighboring restaurant that may or may not be open at advertised times. The pool is part of a ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
"A nice place, though check-in had about 12 people in line, moving slowly (may have been a customer consuming one of the agents for 15 minutes)."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwood

South Redondo
If you're spending some time in South Redondo, Redondo Beach Pier and Seaside Lagoon 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.

Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.

Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach.

Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.

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.


