Los Angeles is the City of Angels, and it is aptly named, for a place where the ocean meets the stars to give you a one-of-a-kind experience. It is one of the most popular U.S. tourist destinations for visitors. Whether you are drawn to Tinseltown and the numerous movie stars flitting around the city, or you look for more mundane attractions like surfing and hiking, L.A. has it all. Join us as we take a look at the top 3 Los Angeles tourist spots.

Visit the Griffith Observatory

The Griffith Observatory has been a quintessential part of life in L.A. since its official opening in 1935. You can use the telescopes to admire space in all its glory, or you can stroll through the Wilder Hall of the Eye and observe the evolution of space observation. While you are at Griffith, you can also enjoy the Richard and Lois Gunther Depths of Space exhibit. The prime location and multiple attractions make Griffith Observatory one of the top 3 Los Angeles tourist spots.

Go on a Warner Bros. Studio Tour

The Warner Bros. Studio is the promise of stardom; it is where our wildest fantasies come to life. Whether you’re a FRIENDS fanatic and want to experience the thrill of sitting on the iconic couch in Central Perk, or you want to learn about the 100+ years of storytelling, the tour covers it all. For reasonable prices, you can dive into the heart of Tinseltown. You can even choose what kind of tour you want to have while there.

Shopping On Rodeo Drive

As the saying goes, ‘When in Rome…’. In this case, when in L.A., you can’t miss the shopping on Rodeo Drive, making it one of our top Los Angeles tourist spots. You can stroll through the iconic stores like Balenciaga, Cartier, and Valentino. These are luxury shops that ooze with class and sophistication. Even if you aren’t planning on spending a lot of money, seeing Rodeo Drive in person is a thrill.