LA On a Budget: Explore Top Spots for Just $7!

Discover how to enjoy Los Angeles without renting a car or taking expensive rides! This guide shows you how to use public transport and walking to visit LA’s iconic attractions efficiently and affordably—all for around $30 per person including transport and lunch! 💸🚶 🚌 Part 1: Public Transport Tips Must-Have: TAP Card LA’s metro/bus card costs $2 for the card itself. Reload it or buy a Day Pass for $7 for unlimited rides on buses and metro lines all day. You can get it at any Metro Rail station or major transit hubs. Route Planning Use Google Maps—it’s your best friend! It tells you exactly which bus or train to take, where to transfer, and when the next one arrives. 🗺️📱 🌟 Part 2: 1-Day Classic LA City Walk 📍 Morning: Hollywood Vibes 9:00 AM: Take the Metro Red Line to Hollywood/Vine or Hollywood/Highland Station. 9:30 AM: Explore the Walk of Fame—find your favorite star’s handprints and snap photos! Allow ~1.5 hours. 11:00 AM: Head to Griffith Observatory for panoramic views and the Hollywood Sign. Take the Dash Bus or a short ride uphill, or hike up (~1 hour, steep—check your energy levels!). 🏞️✨ 📍 Afternoon: Beach Relaxation 1:30 PM: Grab a budget-friendly lunch—try a tasty Mexican burrito or an In-N-Out Burger! 🌮🍔 3:00 PM: Hop on a bus to Santa Monica Beach, an iconic spot with a Ferris wheel, volleyball, and sunshine. 🏖️🎡 📍 Evening: Scenic Sunset 5:30 PM: Walk (~30-40 mins) or bike/scooter (~10-15 mins) along the coastal path to Venice Beach. Catch a gorgeous sunset by the ocean! 🌅🚲 *Sunset times vary: Summer ~7:30-8:00 PM, Winter ~4:45-5:30 PM.* 💡 Part 3: Relaxed/Family-Friendly Option Prefer a slower, more comfortable pace to explore LA’s highlights? Check out the photo guide for a laid-back, scenic route covering downtown and nearby attractions! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🌆 #LATravel #BudgetTravel #PublicTransport #CityWalk #Hollywood #SantaMonica #VeniceBeach #GriffithObservatory #TravelHacks #ExploreLA #AffordableAdventures