D & I had the opportunity to travel to LA a few weeks ago. It was a short trip, 48 hours to be exact. If you don’t already know this about me, I am a huge planner. So, of course the planner in me started researching and mapping out all the fun places I wanted to visit before we left. We had an absolute blast and both decided that if we ever got a vacation home, it would be in California! Although D & I didn’t have time to visit everything on my list, I thought I would still share it with you just in case you found yourself in LA and needed some suggestions! I also included a gallery of our pictures from our trip. Enjoy!!
**If you have been to LA, I would love to hear if you have anymore suggestions ( what to see, what to eat, where to stay, etc.) - please do weigh in via the comments below!**
Downtown LA
WHAT TO SEE:
- The American at Brand - The ultimate shopping, dining and entertainment destination.
- LACMA - The largest art museum in the western United States.
WHAT TO EAT:
- Bottega Louie restaurant & Gourmet Market - The service/ Waiters were amazing, they have the best brunch I have ever eaten. Their Macaroons were to die for. And the restaurant is gorgeous.
- Alfred Coffee - Yummy coffee and the cutest shop there is. Also, Kendall Jenner has been spotted here multiple times so it’s gotta be the best right?
- Mr. Holmes Bakehouse - Cookies, doughnuts, pastries, you name it… they have it!
- Sprinkles Cupcake ATM - It’s exactly what it sounds like… an ATM machine that serves fresh cupcakes! (bucket list item for sure!)
WHERE TO STAY:
Beverly Hills
WHAT TO SEE:
- Hollywood Sign - This is a classic must see.
- Beverly Hill Hotel - The average price to stay here is around $500 a night… YIKES. So, it might not be realistic for most of us to stay here, but it is absolutely gorgeous to walk around and you can eat at the restaurant even if you are not a guest!
- Gravity LA - The cutest little boutique and perfect insta pic. opportunity (and HAYYO!! You know I’m all about that).
WHAT TO EAT:
- Fonūts - I LOVE DOUGHNUTS and these made it it on the “LA’s best doughnuts” list!
- Chaumont Bakery & Café - If you like sweet treats and yummy brunch, this is the place to be.
WHERE TO STAY:
Santa Monica
WHAT TO SEE:
- THE BEACH!!! It was super clean and gorgeous.
- Third Street Promenade - The perfect place to walk around, shop, eat, and great entertainment. And it is gorgeous at night time when it is all lit up.
WHAT TO EAT:
- Brentwood Country Mart - A local shopping and food center in the Brentwood district.
- Sugarfish By Sushi Nozawa - They had amazing service and the sushi was outstanding. Also, it is right across the street from the Third Street Promenade.
WHERE TO STAY: