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L.A., L.A Baby ☀️ | Must-visit things, coffee, and more!
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Aleenah Ansari
Some of my favorite things to do in L.A., including free and low cost activities!
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Things to visit
(Mostly) free and low coast things to do and green spaces to explore!
The cutest place to stroll! There are also swan paddle boats that make for. A great activity or photo opp
Echo Park Lake
Free art museum in Downtown L.A.! I recommend reserving your tickets online, especially if you want to visit Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirror Room
The Broad
The spot for sweeping views of L.A.! Check out the observatory and see the Tesla coil shine
Griffith Observatory
A lovely spot to walk through!
Venice Canals Walkway - Los Angeles
The shortest funicular ride in the U.S.! This is mostly for the novelty experience, and it’s right across from Grand Central Market
Angels Flight Railway
My favorite acount for finding free(ish) things to do in L.A.
Los Angeles Guide (@camberplaces)
Food and drinks
Treats and eats to keep your tummy full!
Three words: Oat condensed milk. Highly recommend getting the Good Friend latte (made with an oat condensed milk and vegan cream) and a pastry
GOOD FRIEND COFFEE
Really solid coffee and housemade syrups!
Couplet Coffee
Lovely coffee shop with an outdoor deck in the back that, true to the name, is full of plants
Jurassic Magic Coffee
The cutest speciality grocery store with cheese, crackers, and a mini print machine! Try the Lady and Larder crackers
Lady & Larder
Ice cream with flavors inspired by the owner’s travels around the world! Flavors usually change monthly
Wanderlust Creamery
Delicious chicken ramen, which you can get in a set with an egg and gyoza!
Torisoba Tonsho
Bookstores
No trip to L.A. is complete without a visit to the bookstore!
A classic bookstore in Downtown L.A. - stop by for a photo opp at the book tunnel or browse the books and records
The Last Bookstore
The best romance bookstore, which also hosts events like author conversations and book clubs!
The Ripped Bodice
Shop small
This is one of my favorite places to shop small and get fine jewelry! It’s located at the Platform in Culver City
Kinn—Flagship
Great selection of stickers and postcards - plus, there’s a mini print vending machine!
The Library Store
A love a flirty little dress, and this place offers a great curated selection!
Astrior
