5 off-the-beaten-path attractions and things to do in Los Angeles

Astra Lumina is a night walk experience that takes place at the South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verdes Estates, California. (Photo: X)

There’s more to the city of Angels than its beautiful beaches and Hollywood. Here’s an off-the-beaten-path guide to Los Angeles.

Check out these places on your next trip to the southern Californian city and you will not be disappointed! These are the best off-the-beaten-path attractions and things to do in Los Angeles.

Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy

Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy is a temporary exhibition in Los Angeles, exhibiting the lost 1987 art-themed amusement park of the same name. It offers glimpses into the original rides and immersive experiences, designed by well-known artists like Keith Haring and David Hockney.

Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy. Los Angeles. (Photo: Facebook)

Astra Lumina

Astra Lumina is a night walk experience that takes place at the South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verdes Estates, California. The event features light, projections, and music to transform the garden into a celestial pathway, where guests can journey among the stars and immerse themselves in the wonders of the universe.

Roots Indian Bistro

Founded by Paramjit Singh, originally from ​​Jalandhar, Punjab, Roots Indian Bistro is a lively Indian restaurant located on Melrose Ave in Los Angeles. They offer an innovative twist on classic Indian dishes, using locally the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Roots Indian Bistro’s ​​Pork Vindaloo Dumplings, Chana Chalupa, Dosa Quesadilla, Butter Chicken Wings, Korma Alfredo and Halwa Cookie Sando are must-haves.

Roots Indian Bistro, Los Angeles. (Photo: Facebook)

Hollyhock House

Conceptualised by Frank Lloyd Wright, Hollyhock House in Los Angeles was originally a home for oil heiress Aline Barnsdall. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, it's an excellent example of California Modernism featuring Mayan and Aztec influences.

Hollyhock House in Los Angeles is a UNESCO World Heritage site. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)

Venice Canals

Take a gondola ride or walk along the quaint canals of Venice Beach. This distinctive neighbourhood offers a taste of Italy without leaving California.

Venice Canals, Los Angeles. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)