What’s not to love about Los Angeles? As far as we’re concerned, the city has a little something for everyone—the sprawling neighborhoods have distinct characteristics that cater to personalities from all walks of life. A few of our favorites—Downtown, Los Feliz/Silverlake and Venice—are jam-packed with fun locales that we never tire of exploring, and the best part is you can hit multiple stops in a day to get a true tour of the city. Here, we map out our favorite destinations, plus the accessories to bring along so you sight-see in style.
The trendy Arts District of Downtown LA is an industrial melting pot of coffee shops and niche eateries nestled between cool-kid galleries and gritty street art.
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Where To Go
Ace Hotel : Get a room at this hipster hot spot and enjoy a cocktail as the sun sets at Upstairs, the rooftop bar.
Alchemy Works : Shop a curated selection of on-the-rise brands in this retail-gallery hybrid space.
Angel City Brewery : Sip on small-batch craft beers and snag a bite from a nearby food truck in this open setting.
Honeycut : Cut a rug on the light-up dance floor and enjoy throwback jams for a night on the town.
The Pie Hole : Order a slice of the city's finest pie to top off any meal—your sweet tooth will thank you.
What To Wear
Comfortable, casual separates are key in trekking from place to place. Accent your look with trendy round-frame sunnies, a metallic band watch and pragmatic shoulder bag for on the-go-essentials.
Shop The Looks
Tree-shaded sidewalk cafes are sandwiched between vintage stores and iconic neighborhood haunts in the hipster-friendly Los Feliz/Silverlake area.
Where To Go
Foxhole Vintage : Score a killer pair of custom, reworked denim and perfectly threadbare t-shirts at this vintage mecca.
Intelligentsia : Visit this iconic coffee shop right off the bustling Sunset Junction for a cup of joe that's worth the hype (and great for people-watching).
Little Dom's : Grab a casual dinner at this storied Italian eatery—the pasta is a must.
Moon Juice: For an afternoon pick-me-up, snag a juice and a number of pantry curiosities at this of-the-moment wellness destination.
Sqirl : Have an Instagram-worthy brunch at this vegan-friendly spot (and pick up one of their famous jams to step up your toast game before you leave).
What To Wear
Vintage-inspired pieces paired with oversized sunnies are a perfect team for a day spent outdoors.
Shop The Looks
The epitome of a laid-back California lifestyle, Venice embodies the breezy ethos of a beachside paradise with organic eats, bohemian bungalows and good vibes aplenty.
Where To Go
Gjusta : Hop on your beach cruiser for a morning ride to this sinfully good artisanal bakery.
Guild : Shop unique designer finds at this expertly curated boutique.
Hotel Erwin : You can't beat the view from the rooftop bar at this boutique hotel at sunset.
The Butcher's Daughter : Grab a cold-pressed juice and hearty, healthy fare at this new vegetarian hot spot.
Van Leeuwen's Ice Cream Truck : You can't beat a sweet scoop on a warm Venice day from this artisanal creamery.
What To Wear
Twin with your best girlfriend in flirty sundresses, round sunnies and pragmatic hobo bags for a look that's easy breezy.
