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Travel to Los Angeles

Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.

€194per day · budget€319per day · standard3 daysrecommendedJan · Feb · Aprbest months
Hollywood Sign, Los Angeles
Hollywood Sign

Things to do in Los Angeles

  • Hollywood Sign
  • Santa Monica Pier
  • Griffith Observatory
  • Getty Center
  • Cathedral of Saint Vibiana
Hollywood Sign in Los Angeles

Hollywood Sign

The Hollywood Sign is an American landmark and cultural icon overlooking Hollywood, Los Angeles. Originally the Hollywoodland Sign, it is on Mount Lee, above Beachwood Canyon in the Santa Monica Mountains.

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Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles

Santa Monica Pier

The Santa Monica Pier is a large pier at the foot of Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica, California, United States. It contains a small amusement park, concession stands, and areas for views and fishing.

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Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles

Griffith Observatory

Griffith Observatory is an observatory in Los Angeles, California, on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park. It commands a view of the Los Angeles Basin including Downtown Los Angeles to the southeast, Hollywood to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest.

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Getty Center in Los Angeles

Getty Center

The Getty Center, in Los Angeles, California, US, is a campus of the Getty Museum and other programs of the Getty Trust. The $1.3 billion center opened to the public on December 16, 1997, and is well known for its architecture, gardens, and views overlooking Los Angeles.

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Cathedral of Saint Vibiana in Los Angeles

Cathedral of Saint Vibiana

The Cathedral of Saint Vibiana, often called St. Vibiana's, is the former Catholic cathedral for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

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How much does a trip to Los Angeles cost?

Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.

Accommodation per night
Hostel bed€68
Private room, shared bathroom€107
Private room with bathroom€143
Standard hotel€223
Daily expenses
BudgetStandard
Food€40€78
Local transport€11€18
If you cook yourself€22
Total per day€194€319
Entrance fees
Main sights (estimate)€43
Optional tours and excursions (estimate)€80

💶 3 days in Los Angeles: ≈ €705 on a budget or ≈ €1,080 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →

🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).

Best time to visit Los Angeles

The most pleasant months are January, February, April, May, June, October, November, December. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).

Jan19°8°💧6
Feb20°8°💧5
Mar21°9°💧8
Apr24°12°💧3
May25°13°💧2
Jun28°16°💧1
Jul31°17°💧0
Aug32°18°💧1
Sep31°18°💧1
Oct28°15°💧2
Nov24°11°💧3
Dec20°9°💧5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a trip to Los Angeles cost?

On a budget, about €194 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €319. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €705 to €1,080, not counting flights.

When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?

Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are January, February, April, May, June, October, November, December.

How many days do you need in Los Angeles?

We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.

What are the best things to do in Los Angeles?

The must-sees: Hollywood Sign; Santa Monica Pier; Griffith Observatory; Getty Center; Cathedral of Saint Vibiana.

Where to stay in Los Angeles?

Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €143 per night and a hostel bed €68.

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