What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Los Angeles?
Hike with the Los Feliz crowd at Griffith Park.
Catch a free exhibition at The Broad.
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museumalso hosts ticketed exhibitions from big-name artists like William Kentridge, Mickalene Thomas, and Takashi Murakami.
Running up and down these stairs is a fun free thing to do in L.A. with kids.
Celebrate the area’s Mexican heritage on Olvera Street.
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Get your culture fix at LACMA.
Chris Burden’s “Urban Light” installation in front of the museum is free to access daily.
Channel your inner Hermione Granger at DTLA’s bookish hot spots.
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Also in DTLA, don’t missThe Last Bookstoreto see the ever-Instagrammable labyrinth of books.
Check out the music scene by catching some free concerts.
Hit the beach and bike along the Strand.
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Flex your yogi muscles at Runyon Canyon.
Note that there is a suggested donation of $5, but it’s at your discretion.
Explore the Arts District in DTLA.
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Check outdozens of colorful muralsas well as galleries showcasing cutting-edge, local work.
Give back to the environment.
Soak up the quirky vibe in Venice.
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For great budget eats, plan your visit to coincide with the monthlyFirst Friday on Abbot Kinney.
Check out the art in historic Union Station.
Learn About L.A.’s Japanese culture in Little Tokyo.
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Today, you’ll find a vibrant neighborhood full of restaurants, galleries, and indie clothing shops.
Tour the striking Walt Disney Concert Hall.
In addition to free tours, there are occasionalconcerts and other eventsat no cost.
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Gallery hop in Chinatown.
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Nerd out over the Bradbury’s architecture.
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It’s free to poke around.
See the stars at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Punk rock fans can pay their respects to two members of the Ramones, Johnny and Dee Dee.
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Stroll through the grounds for free and admire the intricate headstones and mausoleums of these luminaries.
Visit The Original Farmers Market.
See one of the West Coast’s best impressionist collections.
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Travel back to the Ice Age at the La Brea Tar Pits.
Discover local wildlife with the Audubon Society.
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