Universal Studios is a theme park and film studio. CityWalk Hollywood is a shopping, dining, and entertainment complex located next to Universal Studios. There are more than a dozen restaurants, lots of retail shops, and an 18-screen movie theater. It is outside the theme park's gates and accessible to everyone. 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608 (800) 864-8377 12.6 miles from our home

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is the largest natural and historical museum in the western United States. Its collections include nearly 35 million specimens and artifacts and cover 4.5 billion years of history. 900 Exposition Blvd Los Angeles CA 90007 (213) 763-3466 24.5 miles from our home

A public observatory owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles for the benefit of all. Located in on Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, the Observatory offers a planetarium, exhibits, public telescopes, cafe, bookstore, and the best views of the Los Angeles basin. Admission is free, and visitors may drive directly to the Observatory and park in its lots and roads. BEST PLACE TO SEE THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN! 2800 E. Observatory Road, Los Angeles CA 90027 (213) 473-0800 21 miles from our home

Visit Six Flags in Los Angeles Six Flags Magic Mountain is known as the “Thrill Capital of the World,” the 260-acre theme park features world-class roller coasters and over 100 rides, games and attractions for the entire family and was voted by USA TODAY readers as America’s Best Theme Park. 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 255-4100 26 miles from our home

Since its opening in 1922, the Hollywood Bowl has been the premier destination for live music in Southern California, hosting everyone from Billie Holiday, to The Beatles, to Yo-Yo Ma under the iconic silhouette of its concentric-arched band shell. 2301 N Highland Ave Los Angeles, CA 90068 (323) 850-2000 14.2 miles from our home

The J. Paul Getty Museum seeks to inspire curiosity about and enjoyment, and understanding of the visual arts by collecting, conserving, exhibiting, and interpreting works of art of outstanding quality and historical importance. 1200 Getty Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 440-7300 10.2 miles from our home

So much to discover at the Skirball, featuring exhibitions, music, film, readings and talks, classes, family programs, and an interactive family destination inspired by Noah's Ark. Check the website for current exhibits. 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 440-4500 www.skirball.org 8.3 miles from our home

The Museum of Contemporary Art was established in 1979. They are the only artist-founded museum in Los Angeles. They are dedicated to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. 250 S. Grand Ave Los Angeles CA 90012 (213) 626-6222 21 miles from our home

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is located at N. Highland Ave & Hollywood Blvd in Los Angeles CA. It is 15 miles from our home. It is

The Third Street Promenade is a pedestrian mall esplanade, shopping, dining and entertainment complex in the downtown area of Santa Monica, California. 1351 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (310) 393-8355 16.3 miles from our home

Energetic venue offering multiple bowling lanes, basic American grub & an arcade area. Live Music! 19616 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 91356 (818) 996-2695 1 mile from our home

A luxury day spa offering relaxing massages, facials, pedicures, manicures, body wraps, and more. 5301 Ventura Blvd #4, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (818) 789-3339 5.3 miles from our home

Will Rogers State Beach is a beach park on the Santa Monica Bay. 17000 CA-1, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (424) 526-7777 22.6 miles from our home El Matador Beach A collection of 3 small cliff-foot beaches with blufftop parking. 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265 (818) 880-0363 29 miles from our home Topanga Beach This is one of the most popular surfing spots in the area but the waves here break over cobblestones and reef so this is not an ideal swimming spot.

Walk down to flat, dusty single track with chirping birds and brush on both sides. Pass by green hills and a dry creek bed to your right. The trail widens and gradually climbs up the hillside above Caballero Canyon, with views of a tree-lined ridge behind you. Hike Distance: 3.4 miles Route: Out And Back Caballero Canyon 4040 Reseda Blvd. Tarzana, CA 91356 Located 2.5 mile from our home

A stunning lake surrounded by cherry blossom trees offering a bicycle & jogging path, a waterfall, play area, fly fishing, swan pedal boats, and bike rentals. 6300 Balboa Blvd., Lake Balboa, CA 91406 (818) 756-​8187 3.5 miles from our home

In the midst of the San Fernando Valley lies an oasis – a 6 1/2 acre garden, which features three gardens in one: a dry Zen meditation garden, a “wet-strolling” garden, and a tea garden. 6100 Woodley Ave Lake Balboa, CA 91406 818-756-8166 5.2 miles from our home