Hi guys! This past week has been so busy. Our family of six, went on a random vacation to Los Angeles. Since we only had one day, we decided to go sightseeing and take our time walking around. I found out it is possible to visit six different places in Los Angeles in just one day! It was also during “Daylight Savings” so we had an extra hour to add to it. Have you been on a random trip or vacation before? I find it was easier to pack, since we didn’t bring too much outfits. This way was less stressful for us!
Here is the following places we visited from morning til night! We arrived back to Las Vegas at 12am.
On Hollywood Blvd, is an iconic movie theatre in the world. Includes premiere movies, VIP tours, movie events, and film festivals. The street is filled with souvenir shops and many different retail department stores. “The Hollywood Walk of Fame” also fills the street 15 blocks. I couldn’t walk that much but I did see “Mickey Mouse”, and “Godzilla”, They were the ones I remembered because my kids were excited about it. I wanted to see “Selena” but couldn’t find it. Maybe you’ll have better luck than I do! Which celebrity star would you like to find?
Tip: Parking $10 all day
Before we headed to the Santa Monica Beach, we ran into Beverly Hills. It was so fancy, I wanted to grab a blanket and have a picnic, but I think it wasn’t allowed. I saw police officers near the sign and people were just walking around. I didn’t see any people playing sports or lying around as you would see in a regular park.
The most fun place to visit was Santa Monica Pier. I think because it was near a beach and I’m such a “beach girl”. Are you a “beach girl”? I also enjoyed the carnival, it was called “Party on the Pier”. It was a fun and festive, so many vendors and souvenir shops everywhere. We ate lunch at “Mariasol Cucina Mexicana“. It was the only restaurant at the end of pier, we wanted seafood but we were starving so we settled for this. I did enjoy their signature nachos “Camachos Nachos” it was delicious. The pier also has a merry-go-round, I felt like a kids again. Next to it, was a little vintage ice cream shop called “Soda Jerks“, I ordered the salted caramel ice cream on a sugar cone. It was so yummy!
Tip: Parking $10 all day by the beach area
4. THE GROVE
This shopping mall was very high-end. The shops were so big, some were 3 stories high. There was also a movie theatre the tickets were $15.00 per adult. I loved the decor, it was all set up for Christmas. I wasn’t ready yet for christmas but it made for feel like I was in Santa’s Workshop. There was also a cable car to ride on that would fun for kids!
Tip: Validate Parking at the Farmer’s Market
5. THE ORIGINAL FARMER’S MARKET
If you’re a foodie person, this would be the perfect place for you! It’s next the “The Grove”. So many different shops, produce and food stalls. I love the vintage look of the place, it had character. It would be a perfect for a photo shoot too. I was craving for some fresh fruits and found “The French Crepe Company“. I ordered the “Tropical Crepe” it consist of Papaya, Kiwi, Mango, Grapes, Bananas, and Strawberries topped with Chocolate Syrup. Yes, are you drooling now?
Tip: Validate Parking at the Farmer’s Market
If you’re unable to go inside of Universal Studios, you can take a walk around it! Universal Citywalk has a list of shops and restaurants. They also have a movie theatre and a cute little light and water show for kids. You can even take a photo shoot at the “Universal Studios” globe sign and red carpet! The kids were getting hungry for dinner and ate at “Bubba Gumps“, its perfect for families and especially seafood lovers. We finally got our seafood fix!
Tip: Parking before 6pm $25, after 6pm $10
I asked my kids “Which place they enjoyed most?” They said the “Santa Monica Pier” was their number one choice. At the end of the day, my hubby and kids were happy, and I was definitely happy especially they slept through the ride back home!
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