Plan a vacation full of sea, sun, and Hollywood fun this Los Angeles Spring Break. LA is filled with tons of great attractions you and your friends will love.
LA is also a temperate city with comfortable weather in the springtime, so it will actually feel like a getaway, regardless of how cold the weather still is where you’re coming from. If you’re planning on a spring break trip to LA but haven’t decided on what to do yet, check out our favorite attractions:
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Madame Tussauds
- Aquarium of the Pacific
- A Whale Watching Cruise
- Santa Monica Beach
- And more!
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Head to Universal Studios Hollywood
You can’t go to L.A. without paying a visit to the one and only Universal Studios Hollywood. There’s nothing quite like this theme park-slash-working studio that attracts hordes of visitors each and every day, and it’s a sight not to be missed. Begin with a thorough tour of the Universal backlot and see where the movie magic happens. You’ll be touring through active lots, so keep your eyes peeled for any special celebrity sightings!
Then, head to the theme park portion of Universal where you can spend the rest of the day enjoying heart-stopping rides, delightful exhibits, and charming installations featuring cultural favorites like the Minions or the Simpsons.
Don’t miss the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, among the newer areas of the park and a massive favorite with kids and teens. You can also spend some time exploring Universal CityWalk, which offers shops, restaurants, and more for those wishing to continue the Universal experience.
Getting In: Tickets to Universal Studios Hollywood are included on 3, 5, and 7-Day passes
"Meet" your favorite celebrities
You can’t come to Los Angeles without exploring a little bit of Hollywood! That’s where the plethora of great celebrity attractions come into play. Start with a visit to Madame Tussauds Hollywood, the place where you’re honestly most likely to meet your favorite celebrities (or at least, get them to pose for a picture with you). It’s a fun attraction for kids and adults alike, so it’s a win on any itinerary.
Getting In: Admission to Madame Tussauds Hollywood is included on all Los Angeles passes.
Tour celebrity hotspots
If you’re looking for even greater access to famous people, then hop aboard a bus tour that features celebrity homes and estates in the area – as a bonus, these tours often take you along sweeping ocean vistas as well as by ginormous beautiful houses.
Do you like the idea of a tour, but are more interested in famous movie sites than people’s homes? Check out a Hollywood behind-the-scenes tour to see legendary filming locations as well as iconic places in the history of L.A. theater culture like the TCL Chinese Theatre and the Walk of Fame.
Getting In: Celebrity homes tour tickets and Hollywood behind-the-scenes tour tickets are both separately ticketed.
Visit the Hollywood Museum
Explore the history behind the silver screen with a visit to the fascinating Hollywood Museum, filled with amazing props and artifacts from movie and T.V. history. You'll find real items that played an iconic role in Hollywood culture, like Cary Grant's Rolls-Royce "Roller" and more.
There are galleries of photographs, restored makeup and dressing rooms, and tributes to major stars and their signature props like Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz. It's not just for fans of Old Hollywood, either! You'll find props, sets, and objects from films like Jaws, Silence of the Lambs, and There's Something About Mary.
Getting In: Admission to the Hollywood Museum is included on all Los Angeles passes.
Get some thrills at LA's finest theme parks
A vacation in California means that you have to check out some of their amazing theme parks! Daredevils will find tons of theme parks an easy drive away from Los Angeles, with everything from rollercoasters to water slides. A popular option is local legend, Knott's Berry Farm, one of the first theme parks in the country. It remains delightfully entertaining for guests of all ages.
They also have a sister water park, Knott's Soak City. Or, if you're willing to venture further out, Six Flags Magic Mountain is another excellent choice for adventure heads. This 260-acre park is filled to the brim with exciting attractions!
Getting In: Admission to Knott's Berry Farm is included on all Los Angeles passes. Six Flags Magic Mountain is separately ticketed.
Explore LA's best aquariums
What’s the fun of being in an oceanfront city without the opportunity to meet some wonderful aquatic animals? The gorgeously-situated Aquarium of the Pacific sits on the water's edge at Shoreline Aquatic Park and you should spend a morning here exploring.
You'll see animals in habitats that mimic the conditions of a diversity of global places, from Baja California to the chilly Northern Pacific and the sunny tropics. Kids will love the chance to see rare and exotic marine life!
Getting In: Admission to the Aquarium of the Pacific is included on all Los Angeles passes.
Embark on a whale watch
Or, if you prefer, block off a couple of hours for a thrilling whale watch! Depart from Newport Beach and spend the remainder of the day venturing through the California waters in search of whales and other marine life. Dolphins, seals and rare species of whales frequent the area all year round, so don’t worry about heading home without that perfect photo.
Getting In: Newport Beach Whale Watch tickets are included on all Los Angeles passes.
Roam Santa Monica
If the weather cooperates, it’s a good time to get a little bit of surf and sun into your spring break trip with a venture to Santa Monica State Beach. Grab your friends for a beach trip and splash around in the ocean (if you’re brave enough to handle cooler water), or stroll or bike along the waterfront paths.
Looking for something more thrilling and more classically vacation-esque? Hark back to your childhood with a visit to Pacific Park. It’s an old-school amusement park with an unbeatable waterfront location that offers classic rides, games, and treats.
Getting In: Admission to Pacific Park is included with the Go Los Angeles pass.
Explore Griffith Park
If you aren’t from the area, you may not think of L.A. as having a particularly significant nature component. Fortunately for you (and for the locals), Griffith Park is here to prove you wrong! Made up of well over 4,000 acres of urban parkland, the area features miles upon miles of trails (perfect for biking or even just a relaxing stroll), the free Griffith Park Observatory, and the famous Hollywood sign.
Spend some time at the Los Angeles Zoo and the lovely Botanical Gardens. This small but diverse combo features plants and animals from around the world, perfect for some low-key browsing.
Right across the parking lot is the fun Autry Museum of the American West, which showcases some wonderful works of art, pottery, and even antique firearms. It’s a nice option for art lovers or history fans. For the golf lovers among you, there’s also a popular course just south of the zoo that attracts golfers from all over the area. Perfect for balancing out those Spring Break parties!
Getting In: Admission to the L.A. Zoo and Botanical Gardens is included on all Los Angeles passes.
Get out & enjoy the weather — on wheels!
For something playful and energizing on your spring break, rent a mountain bike or a pair of roller skates to soak up the sun in Santa Monica. Offered through Perry's Beach Café, these rentals allow you to explore this fantastic seaside community while getting a bit of exercise. After your rental, be sure to linger at Perry's for a little for a meal at the café. They've got some tasty and healthy offerings that are sure to please all visitors.
Getting In: L.A. Mountain Bike or Roller Blade Rentals are included on all Los Angeles passes.
Museums free-for-all
If you've got your eye on a museum or two in L.A. that you have yet to visit, then wait until February 2 and 3, when many of the city's best museums will be offering free admission. Some of the top participating institutions include the Getty Center, Institute of Contemporary Art, LA., the California Science Center, and many more.
Some of these museums may require admission tickets, but the tickets are free. For a full list of participating museums, please consult the event website.
Getting In: Museum admission is free during this special event. Parking and special exhibits may incur additional costs. The Los Angeles pass will cover the cost of an IMAX movie at the California Science Center.
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