Known for its Mediterranean climate, its entertainment industry(Hollywood), and ethnic diversity, Los Angeles is a popular city known by the entire world. It is the largest city in California in terms of population, having over four million people. The place is located in a large pool of water from the Pacific Ocean, giving the city some unique views of land and water formation. Los Angeles city is a place where the arts, culture, and creativity come together to make dreams come true. If you are in any way interested in watching movies, diverse cultures, and architecture, and all other forms of art, then visiting the City of Los Angeles will surely satisfy your craving for entertainment and art. With a city filled with talented people, the city of Los Angeles has developed into a place filled with many interesting things to do. If you are planning a trip to the city anytime soon and you’re not yet sure on things you should do (especially at night), here are some solid options on things to do at night in Los Angeles, California.
1. Hike through Griffith Park
With over than 4,100 acres (1659 hectares) of natural greenish terrain, Griffith Park is known as the largest urban wilderness in the United States. Filled with trees, bushes, plants, luscious grass, plus an actual observatory in the area, it is a place great for hiking and other family activities. Hike with a well-organized tour with friends and family, and be rewarded with the stunning view of the City of Los Angeles. If you are currently in the big city and you’re tired of all the noise, then spending time in nature by hiking in a beautiful park is a great option to ease your mind.
Hike through Griffith Park
Website: Griffith Park
Address: Los Angeles, CA 90046
Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Price: 39 USD
2. Watch a movie at Pacific Theatres
Posted by Pacific Theatres on Wednesday, 10 April 2013
The Pacific Theatres Winnetka 21 is one of the earliest places to have a 79-foot screen in its auditoriums in the City of Los Angeles. They use dual digital projectors to provide the viewers with crisp visuals throughout the entire movie. Paired with some of Meyer Sound’s EXP sound system, people watching will surely appreciate the amount of immersion the whole auditorium provides when playing a movie. They have recently upgraded a few things, one of which are the replacement of their old seats with new reclining seats that can be adjusted to each viewer’s preference. If you want great amounts of immersion while being comfortable when watching a movie, then the Pacific Theatres is the perfect place for you.
Watch a movie at Pacific Theatres
Address: 9201 Winnetka Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91311
Website: Pacific Theatres
3. Be a part of Public Star Party at Griffith Observatory
Posted by Griffith Observatory on Monday, 9 April 2012
Located on Mount Hollywood in the Griffith Park, the Griffith Observatory is a public facility owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles. Since it is a public facility, the observatory offers free admission to anyone who would like to visit the place. Visitors can have a look at the cosmos through the telescopes provided, the place also offers exhibits and live shows in the planetarium. For people who are planning to hike the Griffith Park, visiting the Griffith Observatory can also be an awesome detour anyone can partake.
Public Star Party at Griffith Observatory
Address: 2800 E. Observatory Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90027-1299
Website: Griffith Observatory
Opening Hours: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Prices: 7 USD for adults, 5 USD for students, 3 USD children
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4. See the Chandelier Tree
Chandelier Tree - Los Angeles, California
Posted by Ourtravelingvan on Saturday, 8 July 2017
Have a bit more time to spare? Are you exploring Los Angeles and driving through the city? If your answer is yes to both of these, then visiting the Chandelier Tree is a great place to visit. The Chandelier Tree is a 2400-year-old gigantic tree that measures 315ft (96m) in height and 21ft (6m) in diameter. The tree is so huge that a car can fit in the hole in the middle. Another amazing thing about the tree is that it literally has several chandeliers having on its branches. When visiting the City of Los Angeles, the Chandelier Tree is a sure place to be amazed.
Chandelier Tree
Address: 2811 W Silver Lake Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039-2628
Website:Chandelier Tree
5. Have a midnight snack at Fry Madness
Posted by Carlos Quintero on Friday, 7 June 2013
Located in Downtown Los Angeles is a restaurant known as Fry Madness. Why Fry Madness you ask? Well, they serve fries on everything they serve. You want shrimp fries, s'mores fries, Nutella fries? As long as you can imagine it, you can have it, its called Fry Madness after all. As weird as some of the menu items may sound, they are actually delicious and very tasty. In fact, this place is gaining popularity because of its unique take on serving fries to people. If you love fries, then this crazy joint will surely impress you.
Fry Madness
Address: 555 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013-2303
Website: Fry Madness
Opening Hours: 11:00am – 1:00am
Prices: 15 USD
6. Check out the Universal CityWalk
Posted by Silvia Boiardi on Wednesday, 12 December 2012
The Universal City Walk is a three-block theme park owned by the popular film studio Universal Studios. This park is great for people coming to the City of Los Angeles together with their family and friends. They offer live shows such as Howl and the Moon, a multiscreen movie theater, concerts, dozens of hops, and even indoor skydiving. If you so happen to be in Los Angeles, then visiting the Universal City Walk is a great place to shop for gifts and memorabilia.
Universal CityWalk
Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 91608
Website: Universl CityWalk
Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
7. Dance to the tunes at The Viper Room
Posted by The Viper Room on Wednesday, 12 April 2017
Originally owned by the famous actor Johnny Depp in the ‘90s, The Viper Room is a popular club within the City of Los Angeles. If you are a fan of rock, punk, metal, electro, and indie music, then The Viper Room is a great place for you to be. The club is known to feature great acts and talents such as Johnny Cash, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Stone Temple Pilots, Bruce Springsteen, and Oasis. Having great performers on the platform, partnered with an awesome sound system and a wide variety of alcoholic drinks, The Viper Room is indeed a place you must visit on your trip to Los Angeles.
The Viper Room
Address: 8852 Sunset Blvd. at Laherty, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Website: The Viper Room
Opening Hours: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
8. Learn how to mix cocktails with CocuSocial (from USD 68.0)
Ever wanted to become a knowledgeable and confident bartender? Cocu Social is offering mixology classes for anyone who is interested in the art of making tasty and delightfully looking cocktails. The mixology class is around two hours with a master mixologist as your instructor. Learn how to stock a basic bar and create cocktails you’ve never tried before and impress even the most sceptical of sippers. If you just so happen to be in the City of Los Angeles then you should book your session now as there can only be a limited number of people per session.
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Los Angeles, a place of fun and entertainment
Whether you like to have a long therapeutic hike in a beautiful park, go shopping with your friends, bond with your family, or just generally like being entertained, then the city of Los Angeles is definitely a place you should visit from time to time. The sheer amount of activities can be overwhelming; starting with the activities listed above, will make sure you maximize your time in Los Angeles.
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