Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles? We have you covered with the very best that L.A. has to offer. I’ve been exploring about writing about L.A. for more than a decade—and continue to discover new places all the time—and whether you’re a culture vulture, outdoorsy type or simply a lover of our fine city, you’ll find more than enough here to keep you busy. Even lifelong Angelenos will find something new to add to their to-do list, between the city’s landmark attractions, an ever-changing inventory of the best restaurants in Los Angeles, essential L.A. museums and even some off-the-beaten path secrets. How many of the best things to do in Los Angeles will you try?
October 2024: This month, we’ve gone all out with fall and Halloween additions. That means you’ll spot a few haunted houses and Halloween parties on our list, plus Day of the Dead events as well as some tips for apple picking and fall foliage. After visiting as many exhibitions as possible during the kickoff of PST ART, a run of themed exhibitions at museums across the region, we’ve added a number of those to this list—including one particular standout at MOCA Geffen.
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