Location: Downtown
L.A. Live is basically the entertainment heart of Downtown Los Angeles. Between the Staples Center, the Microsoft Theater, a handful of delicious restaurants, a movie theater and a bowling alley, the city hotspot is a one-stop shop for a good time with all the food, fun, concerts and sporting events.
Stop by one of the hundreds of vendors lined up on the streets in the Fashion District to find the latest trends in clothes, shoes and accessories—for a bargain!
Located atop the Pershing Square building in Downtown Los Angeles, the swanky rooftop bar provides an incredible panoramic view of the city. Between the relaxed atmosphere, fire pits, comfy chairs, yummy fare and tasty drinks, you'll never want to leave this sky-high haven.
The trendy Downtown Los Angeles hub is buzzing with art galleries, coffee shops, delectable restaurants and offbeat bars.
Just like Perch, The Rooftop at The Standard offers an unobstructed view of DTLA. With a dance floor, a heated swimming pool, nightly DJs, an outdoor fireplace and a German Biergarten, this day and night hangout is the perfect stop for a thrill.
The elegant, nighttime escape is one the best places to unwind in Downtown Los Angeles after a long day. Soak in the mysterious ambiance of the dimly-lit, circular hotspot while you slowly drink and dance your troubles away.
Come to this hidden gem in Little Tokyo to chill out and chow down. The charming gastropub, which features indoor and outdoor seating, boasts a daily happy hour with affordable drinks and signature appetizers, like wasabi fries and tofu tacos.
Location: Beverly Hills
If you're looking for a sweet treat, Sprinkles in Beverly Hills is the place for you! You can either get ice cream inside or you can get Sprinkles cupcakes from the cupcake machine outside. Yes, a cupcake machine!
A must-see Beverly Hills hotspot! This is where all of the really, really expensive stores like Christian Dior and Chanel are located!
Remember that video of Justin Bieber singing "My Girl" to Selena Gomez that surfaced back in October 2015? That went down at The Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills. Since then, Justin has been back to the hotspot on multiple occasions. If you're looking for a place to stay, this could be the perfect location. Or you could just stop by for a drink in the hotel's bar.
Lunch anyone? Il Pastaio has become a celeb hotspot over the past year. Everyone from Kendall Jenner to Gigi Hadid to Hailey Baldwin grab lunch at this Beverly Hills Restaurant.
Location: West Hollywood
Really want a chance to see the Kardashians? Visit their DASH store on Melrose! The ladies all frequently stop by their clothing store, plus they have really cute clothes you can buy!
The energetic gay bar is so iconic it's become an institution in West Hollywood. Known as Elizabeth Taylor's favorite bar, it has a Gay Walk of Fame and community center, in addition to a lively dance floor and outdoor terraces.
If you're looking for a fancy and sophisticated dinner, Craig's is your spot! Celebs are spotted here almost every night. For you #Hendall fans, this is the spot where Harry Styles and Kendall Jenner were first spotted together on a date!
1OAK is the Hollywood nightclub everyone wants to get into right now. Justin Bieber, Kylie Jenner and Tyga are just a few of the celebs that have recently hit up this hotspot. So if you're looking for a great time (and looking to spot some celebs), 1OAK is the place for you!
One of Hollywood's hottest restaurants right now is The Nice Guy. Everyone from the Kardashians to Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid frequent this hotspot. But make sure you have a reservation, because you won't be able to get a table without one!
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art aka LACMA is one of the coolest places to check out in Los Angeles. If you're looking for some great Instagram photos, LACMA is your place. There's a levitated rock that you can stand under, plus if you visit at night there's an amazing lampposts that you can take great pictures with! Oh, and the art isn't bad either!
The Grove is an outdoor shopping complex in West Hollywood, Calif. All of the celebs come here to shop at stores like Nordstrom, Michael Kors, Coach and many, many more! Plus, there's also a movie theater and a Farmer's Market attached to The Grove.
Location: Hollywood
If you're looking for a great view of Los Angeles, look no further than Griffith Observatory. It has everything from views of the city to views of space! It's also a great date location.
The chic hotspot and restaurant is owned by Eva Longoria and serves authentic Latin dishes and classic steakhouse fare in beautiful atmosphere. The classiness continues upstairs with a romantic outdoor lounge adorned with olive trees lit by candle lanterns.
Located right next to Grauman's, the Dolby Theatre is where the Oscars are held every year! You can actually walk up the steps, just like the stars do at the Academy Awards!
Another iconic Hollywood spot is Grauman's Chinese Theatre. This is where Hollywood's hottest stars have cemented their handprints! Everyone from the cast of Harry Potter to the cast of Twilight has their handprints outside of the theatre!
If you're looking to work out and spot celebs at the same time, you have to check out Runyon Canyon. Hollywood's hottest stars hike Runyon Canyon because it's an intense exercise and the scenery is beautiful. Be sure to bring a camera with you, Justin Bieber has been spotted here!
Want a great photo of the Hollywood sign? You should go to the shopping complex Hollywood & Highland, literally located on Hollywood Blvd. and Highland Ave. in Hollywood.