Things to do in Los Angeles

Spring and fall have pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds than summer. Early summer can bring gray mornings along the coast, and theme parks are busiest during school holidays.

Not always. Many sightseeing tours include hotel pickup or start from central meeting points, and theme parks are reachable by shuttle. A car helps if you want to explore several neighborhoods on your own.

Four to five days lets you combine a studio tour, a theme park, a beach day and a couple of neighborhoods without rushing.

For popular tickets and small-group tours, a few days to two weeks ahead is a safe window, and more in peak season or around holidays. Many day tours and food walks still have space a day or two before, so it is worth checking live availability even for last-minute plans.

Many experiences include free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. Each listing shows its own policy, and the ones marked "Free cancellation" can be cancelled for a full refund within that window.