East Los Angeles Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!
Crypto.com Arena
This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Long Beach with a trip to Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
San Pedro: West Harbor LA Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise
Bundle & Save Combo: Warner Bros. Studio with the Celebrity Home Tour
Hollywood Stars Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes, Sunset Strip
Los Angeles All-Inclusive Pass: Includes Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Top hotels in East Los Angeles
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Carla at front desk excellent service she even called the room after 10 min when I checked in to see if everything was fine
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
Clean
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Great stay, friendly staff!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Love the space we bought we also thought the place is very clean. The surprise that we experience was that there was a cost for parking. That’s just unacceptable to me. The ability to stay at a hotel should not cost an extra $150 to stay.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The staff were very sweet and helpful
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District 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.
Los Feliz
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at Pohono Bridge or John Marshall High School.
