East Los Angeles Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
Santa Monica Pier
You'll find beachside kitsch, boardwalk ambiance and carnival fun at this sunbaked LA attraction that’s more than a hundred years old.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Top hotels in East Los Angeles
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
"The room was beautiful! W3 had a great view. We we4e told it was a newly remodeled room. We enjoyed ourselves at the bar on the 26th floor. The bar tender made a great drink and he was very friendly. Everyone we came in contact to was very nice"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
"I've ALWAYS returned my rental car, walked back to the hotel (15 minute walk) and take the airport shuttle the next day for an early morning flight. BEST hotel by LAX."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Clean property and friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles
"Great job for the Bonaventure staff! Well done!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"This is my official “Disney” hotel. The breakfast is nice and early and is more than just cereal. Both hot food and kid friendly options. They also share a parking lot with Finny’s which we found to be much better food than anything at Disneyland. The close walking location made it easy to walk / ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Los Angeles
Little Tokyo
Visitors often come to Little Tokyo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Los Angeles City Hall and Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Little Tokyo/Arts District Station.
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Palace Theater are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
South Park
While you're in South Park, take in top sights like Crypto.com Arena and jump on the metro at Pico Station to see more of the city.
Echo Park
If you're spending some time in Echo Park, Dodger Stadium and Echo Park Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Silver Lake
Lake views, live music and theatres are just a few things travellers enjoy about Silver Lake. Check out Melrose Avenue or Virgil Avenue while you're exploring the area.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
