LA｜Beyond Universal Studios: Beverly Hills + Hollywood Must-Do's ✨

In LA, you can experience both glamorous urban legends and sun-kissed natural beauty—all in one day. Here’s how: ⏰ Morning | Beverly Hills 📍 Rodeo Drive Steps – Window shop along the iconic street. 📍 Erewhon Market – Try the viral strawberry smoothie or mango drink. Order online to skip the line! 📍 Beverly Gardens Park & City Hall – White architecture and palm trees = instant movie scene. 🌴 ⏰ Afternoon | Hollywood Icons 📍 Paul Smith Pink Wall – Arrive before 1 PM to avoid crowds. Street parking ~$4/hour. 📍 LACMA Urban Light – 202 vintage lamp posts. Magical at dusk! Free outside; museum inside requires a ticket. Closed Mondays. 📍 Hollywood Sign Viewpoints: Distant neighborhood view – 523 S Windsor Blvd Hiking trail close-up – 3389 Deronda Dr (8-min walk on gravel) Easy park view – Lake Hollywood Park (perfect for picnics) 📍 Griffith Observatory – Go for sunset! Park at Greek Theatre if the lot is full (~15-min walk up). ⏰ Evening | Korean Food Highlight 📍 Sun Nong Dan – Must-order: #24 Galbi Jjim with cheese & spicy braised ribs. Huge portions—small size is enough for two! 💡 Tips: 🚗 Drive or rideshare between areas (15–30 min apart) 👟 Wear comfy shoes for hiking and Griffith 📅 Visit Pink Wall & Griffith on weekdays to avoid crowds 🧥 Bring a light jacket for breezy evenings #LATravel #BeverlyHills #HollywoodSign #GriffithObservatory #LAItinerary #TravelGuide #CaliforniaDreaming 🌇🌴