🇺🇸 LA Ultimate Travel Guide (2026 Practical Edition)

一、Arriving in LA (LAX) ✈️ ① Entry Process Deplane → Immigration → Baggage Claim → Customs Allow 1–2 hours during peak times Highly recommend pre-booking a ride to avoid: Handling heavy luggage alone Language barriers Safety concerns at night or getting lost 二、Getting Around LA 🚗 ✅ Recommended Options (in order): 1️⃣ Private car / Chinese-speaking driver (most convenient) 2️⃣ Rental car (only if familiar with US traffic) 3️⃣ Uber / Lyft (good for short trips) ❌ Not recommended: Public transit (slow + less safe) 三、LA Must-Visit Attractions 🌴 📸 Hollywood & Griffith Observatory ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Walk of Fame TCL Chinese Theatre Griffith Observatory (panoramic LA views + Hollywood Sign) Perfect for sunset and night views—a perfect first stop in LA! 📸 Santa Monica & Venice Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Santa Monica Pier (end of Route 66) Venice Muscle Beach Stunning beach sunset photo spots 🌊 Spend an afternoon here for that classic “LA vibe” with sea breeze, the pier, and the Ferris wheel. 📸 Beverly Hills ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rodeo Drive Celebrity homes (best viewed by car) Luxury shopping & photo ops The atmosphere is relaxed, streets are clean, and every corner looks effortlessly chic. 📸 Universal Studios Hollywood ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Transformers, Jurassic World Studio Tour If you only visit one theme park in LA, make it Universal! 📸 Disneyland (Anaheim) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Great for families) The very first Disney park in the world Two parks to choose from More family-friendly than Universal. 📸 Downtown LA (Optional) Walt Disney Concert Hall Angels Flight Railway Visit only during the daytime and keep it short. #Hollywood #WalkofFame #BeverlyHills #UniversalStudios #Disneyland #SantaMonica #LAFood #GriffithObservatory