In addition to several metro rail lines, Los Angeles has several different bus systems that you will be able to identify by their color: orange for LA local buses, red for LA express buses (a small extra fee applies), blue for Santa Monica buses and green for Culver City buses. Where can you go in LA without a car? Plenty of places! Be sure to have Apple Maps or Google Maps handy to use the public transportation directions – we’ve done it in many places and it works well. Budget $25 per person for an unlimited 7-day pass, which you need to buy on a reloadable TAP card fortunately you can use that card for all of the local agencies. You’ll probably want to take an Uber or taxi to your hotel, but once you’re there you’re in great shape if you strategize. You may have to be deliberate in how you arrange your time, taking train and bus routes into consideration. There are some “last mile” limitations unlike places like NYC or DC, but overall it’s getting a lot better. If the prospect of driving in LA gives you hives, which I can understand after living there for 20 years, you’re in luck: the public transportation system is truly growing by leaps and bounds! It’s not the most efficient option, but may be lower stress. Most reservations can be cancelled (handy if you find a cheaper rate later), and they show customer review scores for each supplier so that you know who to avoid! I’ve also been finding great rental car deals lately on Expedia, so be sure to check prices there too.īe sure to read all of my best tips for renting a car in LA to ensure a smooth experience! I recommend that you check for your rental car first – they buy bulk days from suppliers and pass the savings on to customers. Thankfully Waze, Apple Maps and Google Maps now include that capability! I recommend bringing a spare USB cable to leave in your rental car to keep your phone sufficiently charged and display your direction on the rental car screen.
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Also know that we only put “the” in front of a numbered freeway.īefore you arrive, be sure to download and feel comfortable using a navigation app that includes traffic and will dynamically update your route to avoid it. Just pack some patience in your suitcase and understand that you’re likely to experience some of the city’s iconic traffic along with its iconic sites. Los Angeles is definitely a car-focused city, and unless you have an aversion to driving it’s the most efficient way to explore this spread out metropolis. Tips for your family trip to Los Angeles Getting around Los Angeles with kids
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(The photo above was taken in our gloriously large family room at the Luxe – read my full review)
Where you stay can have a huge impact on the vibe of your family trip to Los Angeles, so I’ve put together a detailed guide to the best hotels in Los Angeles for families. (Please excuse some of the photography – I’m a real mom writing about places I’ve been, and I’ve been exploring LA with kids a lot longer than I’ve been a blogger!) Where to stay in Los Angeles with kids This article isn’t short, but after reading it you’ll be able to decide where to stay in LA, how you plan to get around and which things to do with kids in LA you want to prioritize.
Planning a trip to LA can be overwhelming, with more than a thousand hotels and probably an equal number of activities to choose from! After 20 years living in LA including some of those raising my own kids, I have plenty of suggestions for the best things to do in Los Angeles with kids.
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