Attractions
Disneyland™
Experience "The Happiest Place on Earth" -- an enchanted kingdom of fantasy and imagination, classic family-friendly attractions, magical entertainment, dining and shopping. From 'Space Mountain' to 'It's a Small World', 'Indiana Jones' to 'Pirates of the Caribbean' it remains one of California’s premiere attractions. A must-see for all first-time Southern California visitors!
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Disney's California Adventure™
Disney’s newest theme park is a magical festival of shows, parades and attractions celebrating California's storied past and exciting future. From the gold rush to Hollywood's golden era to the timeless allure of the beach, discover the vast and diverse Golden State with thrilling attractions, spectacular entertainment and unique experiences.
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Universal Studios Hollywood™
The World's Largest Movie Studio and Theme Park, Universal Studios Hollywood puts you in the action and behind-the-scenes at the same time! Designed for kids of all ages, this theme park will take you to the heart of the thrills and chills of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters.
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Beaches
Southern California is home of some of the most beautiful, well known beaches in the world --there’s no better place for surfing, rollerblading, people watching or just taking in a spectacular sunset.
Venice Beach
Venice Beach is second only to Disneyland as Southern California’s most popular California tourist destination. Home to wide, sandy beaches, the bohemian Boardwalk filled with street performers, artists and vendors, not to mention the world-famous Venice Canals.
Muscle Beach
One of Venice Beach’s most recognizable landmarks, this outdoor gym (called The Pit) hosts an impressive show of weightlifters pumping iron.
Santa Monica Beach
Gorgeous stretches of white sandy beaches await the sun worshipper, and plenty to do when the day is done. A mix of the old and new, Santa Monica’s century-old pier is home to an old-fashioned amusement park, and adjacent to the scenic Palisades Park. A short block away is the popular 3rd Street Promenade offering shopping, restaurants, bars, movie theaters and plenty of outdoor entertainment.
Malibu Beach
A short drive up the Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu is home to L.A.'s rich and famous. This laid back beach town offers beautiful beaches, great surfing, excellent seafood and plenty of celebrity watching!
Catalina Island
A wilderness of oak, cactus, and sage, secluded coves, lush kelp forests and abundant sea life waits just off the coast of Southern California. Cross-channel boats, air travel or private charter take visitors to Catalina Island. To read more about this island getaway, click here. For accommodations, check out Venice Suites’ sister hotel The Avalon Hotel.
Shopping & Dining
Entertainment, Theatre, & Culture
Looking for entertainment? For concerts and sporting events, check out The Staples Center. If you’re interested in the stage, Los Angeles offers a wide range of theatre, from mainstream to the experimental, and there’s plenty of traditional musical entertainment to take in – just check out the city’s famous Music Center. For museum buffs, Southern California has much to offer; classic and modern art collections abound. For a glimpse of Los Angeles a few million years ago, be sure to check out the La Brea tar pits at the George C. Page Museum.
Spas & Fitness
Whether you’re looking for a hard workout, a meditative yoga class or old-fashioned power pampering, there are plenty of local establishments that offer these services.
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