Randyland is the best! It's unique and beautiful on its own, but to make the experience extra…read morespecial, you'll want to reach out to schedule a visit with Randy in person. Depending on the season and the weather, he'll be able to tell you what time of day is optimal for the best light. In my case, he responded quickly and made it so easy. I'm drawn to quirky people who are compelled to do something, do it well, and keep trying out new ideas simply because they love it. That's Randy in a nutshell, and his enthusiasm and creativity are infectious! You'll leave feeling inspired to see the world a little differently and to make your OWN art more often. Enjoy!

OK, I have had this place on my list of things to do for years. I saw it on Atlas Obscura and then…read moreI saw a video about it on YouTube. It was definitely worth the wait! What an amazing experience! Went with my sister, mom and dad on a Sunday afternoon. Beautiful light in October...beautiful light sculptures and what an interesting interaction with the universe. Randy was just a lovely individual. Like a really interesting, eccentric artist who just is behind what he is proffering 100%. Great talk. GREAT art. Great day. I really recommend it 100%.

I love stairs! Hearts are extra…read more We parked up on the hill to walk down to the stairs - much easier than looking for parking around Sunset. From the hilltop we walked down the stairs, grabbed a matcha at Alfred Coffee, climbed up the Music Box Steps, and explored a few more staircases around Silverlake before heading back up to the car up the Micheltorena Stairs. Such a fun way to get 7-10k steps in while getting to know the neighborhood.

I was totally drawn to the adorable heart painted stairs on Sunset and Micheltorena. The stairs…read moreinclude 177 steps with 40 of the steps painted with hearts. The history of the stairs in Silverlake is actually quite interesting. Apparently, back in the day, the stairs made it easier in the hilly section of the city to access stops along the Red Car Electric Railway. The stairs were unofficially painted in 2015 and in 2019, it became an official public arts project. We took the steps beyond the painted hearts and you're essentially just walking through a neighborhood. It's a great spot for pics and a shortcut through the neighborhood.

I have lived in EXP my whole life... from the time I ducked bullets to it being gentrified to now…read morebecoming a very cool and super expensive place to live in (I love my home increasing in value ;) ). These stairs have never changed! They always kick your ASS. I love Echo Park because of all the secret stair cases and hills (Baxter being on the news) that you can use for cardio. I did not know about them for a couple of years but found out about them through my family that they were hidden no more than a block and half away... I have tried time and time again to run them up once without stopping but I have gotten winded every single time and it just never gets easier. The views from the top are magnificent! On a clear day you can see all of the west side including the observatory and the Hollywood sign. Or if you look to the east you can catch a good view of DTLA and the east side. The stairs lead right to Elysian Park and there are trails that you can take from there if you want to continue your work out. I sometimes run up the stairs once and then take a trail because when I have tried to run up and down those stairs more than once I don't make it to the trail LOL. In the evenings you do have to be careful because we have coyotes that roam around in a pack of three. They can be harmless but I wouldn't chance it with small dogs. I don't know how parking is since I just walk over to them. I have tried counting them and then get so exhausted that I forget I lose count.

We wanted to try a new trail and took the Baxster Stairways to get to the Elysian Park Trail. Being…read moreout of shape, going up the stairs was tough but the view was amazing and it was a great way to exercise.

Iconic along the Avenue in every way…read more Carroll Ave is a place filled with lots of scenic as well as historic history. This dazzling slice of Victorian homes in Echo Park, Los Angeles' Angelino Heights area encompasses the 1300s block and tip of the 1400s. Cinema, Music Entertainment & Television and various digital mediums have been capture on this landmark Avenue from Teen Witch and Grandma's Boy to the original Charmed television series and Michael Jackson's Thriller music video film. You can park on this street, stroll and even photo op (just be mindful of properties as they belong to actual home owners who help preserve their homes that are apart of the National Register of Historic Places with several official Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments listed among these homes. It's a 10 to 15 minute walk from Echo Park Lake if close by. Definitely a great place to be a local tourist, show your tourists and enjoy as an LA native/native Angelino.

Beautiful Victorian homes. I enjoyed strolling down the street. Definitely worth visiting and…read moretaking in the beautiful architecture.

On Friday afternoon, my family and I reserved tickets for the Infinity Room next to The Broad…read moremuseum in Downtown LA. Just a heads up, you'll need to book in advance if you want to secure a time slot to see the infinity room. We picked the 3:45 PM slot and waited about 5-10 minutes before entering. There's no food, drinks, or flash photography allowed (which makes sense). To be honest, I was a little surprised by how small the Infinity Room actually is. It's just a tiny platform you stand on surrounded by mirrors so be careful not to get too close to the edges. I think the photos online made it seem much bigger and more "galaxy-like," so I had different expectations going in You're only inside for about five minutes before it's time to exit for the next group. Still, it was a cool experience to check off the list and afterward we walked around The Broad, which made it a fun afternoon overall. I'm very grateful for the memories my family and I got to make together! Quick Note: If you get hungry, Grand Central Market is close by and has a great variety of food spots to choose from! Your welcome!!

I've been curious about this room for years, and finally made it out when I had a day off during…read morethe week. You can reserve a time slot online ahead of time. The experience itself is quick, since there's always a line for this. I probably spent too much time taking videos and photos to be able to take the time I wanted to really enjoy the room, but it was still a fun experience and it's free.

Parking is god awful, I'm gonna be real, but mostly is free if you can find street parking or in…read morelimited lots so it's not the biggest evil in all of LA. Lots of culture, history, and art on these streets. Love the painted stairs all around and the artwork for the local school and other various buildings. Nice to see hills and the palm trees lining them and the main road as well. Eclectic and "hipster-y" vibes and community, so you get lots of interesting community shops, businesses, and eateries, but also some really high end ones as well. I really liked the super friendly cats that came out to say hi and get some pets at a local hookah lounge and that the local school there has a community garden and chickens. Can't say it's a place I'd regularly seek out and visit, but nice to stop by here and there.

"I've been waiting…read more.. I've been waiting for this moment all my life..." Reflecting on the history of Silver Lake over the last several decades it's amazing to learn and have seen it evolve with time from days of activism in the 60s advocating for equality across the board to present with much more inclusivity. I was born in LA near LAX, but didn't truly start exploring this side of the bustling streets of Los Angeles until about 12 years ago and even in that short span. Neighborhoods have changed, new businesses have popped up and a few great long-standing ones shut their doors. If you're visiting or local walking around this little big neighborhood can be quite fun with a little of everything from cuisine to cocktails. Clothing to cars and even the occasional local events like Off Sunset recently-ish (usually early Springtime each year), a collection of vendors and businesses supporting each other as well as the city of Silver Lake... Open to all and for all much like the city itself!! Transportation of the public variety isn't too bad as local city orange Metro busses such as the 2 or 4 (which run frequently and connect to the Metro B Line aka the Red at Vermont /Santa Monica and/or Vermont/Sunset). Some streets and areas are inclined with certain residences (homes, apartments, condos, and so on) being oddly placed out of the natural foundation, but it's part of the charm much like the Micheltorena Stairs off Micheltorena Street & Sunset Blvd, which does have a metro stop of course. The education system is primarily preschool, elementary, and middle school within the area with a private school going up to 12th just beyond Los Feliz. LACC or Los Angeles City College isn't too far outside Silver Lake for high education, but I'm not sure of too many other trade, career, or college-level schooling facilities within close proximity, but we do have plenty beyond that. Silver Lake has one of the best Los Angeles Public Libraries out of any you might visit, plus it's near the Silver Lake Reservoir and other hidden gems. Some of my favorite haunts in this city are definitely Intelligentsia, Akbar, El Cid, 4100 Bar, My Vegan Gold, The Black Cat, yes... that Del Taco!, Big Mac Liquor, and the Eagle bar to name a few. The best thing/upside about Silverlake is that it's very all-inclusive and welcoming, but the down thing besides the parking is the cost of living. It's creative, artistic, and very trendy.

The selection of vendors with different cuisines is so nice! I got the Margherita pizza with…read moreburrata from Olio Wood Fired Pizzeria, and it was absolutely heavenly! We also got donuts from the Donut Man, the pumpkin cream was really good, as well as the tiger tail.

Yes, i recommend this place…read more Many food stalls and several cuisines. You can choose to go American, Italian,Mexican, Filipino etc. You can do Brunch or Lunch or snacks. It's self service. We had tacos from Tomas Mexican food for this trip. It was so good. It might look like it's pricey, but it's not because the portions are huge. We can barely finish 2 tacos. The taste are amazing . The counter service staff was super helpful and friendly.

I have wanted to visit Olvera St and learn more about historic LA for years and finally made it…read moredown. What a fun afternoon! If you've ever wanted the experience of walking the streets of Mexico and visiting an authentic Mexican market without ever leaving the U.S., this is for you. Many Olvera St shops and vendors sell traditional handmade Mexican items, sweets and decor. There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy a tasty meal or beverage. It's also a gorgeous spot to take photos!

A Fantastic Afternoon on Olvera Street!…read more My wife and I decided to spend the afternoon on historic Olvera Street in Los Angeles, and we're so glad we did! We originally thought about making a YouTube video for The Michael Show, but we were having way too much fun to stop and film! The restaurant, the sights, the atmosphere, and the history were absolutely fantastic. We especially loved being able to support this wonderful community and experience a place with so much character and tradition. From special events like the Blessing of the Animals to the historic surroundings, there's always something interesting happening. Parking can be a little challenging, and yes, it can be a bit pricey--but honestly, once we got there, we forgot all about it! It was a beautiful, fun-filled afternoon, and we just wanted to give a big SHOUT-OUT to Alvarado Street. If you're looking for history, atmosphere, good food, and a first-class afternoon, put this place on your list. We had a fantastic time and can't wait to come back!

Ceci's is one of my favorite places in Silverlake.. although there usually is very limited street…read moreparking, Ceci's is definitely worth the stop. They're a very yellow and pretty cafe located street side between a pink building that is a Taco restaurant and a really delicious cafe called 6XS Studio. I ordered the Crudo&Ricotta sandwich with their freshly made focaccia which is flavorful, soft, and light which is mid-day, lunch time approved. The prosciutto and ricotta is flavorful and absolutely delicious... I also had the opportunity to order a slice of the Tora Della Nonna which was the perfect amount of sweet, flaky, and crunchy all in one slice of dessert. We got our food in a reasonable amount of time considering it was time for the lunch rush. The surrounding area is also very nice, but can be pretty busy traffic-wise. Everything about this meal was perfect. I will be back to try more items on the menu

tl;dr the foccacia sandwiches are simply satisfying, but the modest portions, subtle flavors, and…read morepremium prices are outclassed by other Italian sandos on the same block There are plenty of fast-casual sandwich options along Sunset, but few feel as heartfelt as Ceci's Gastronomia. This "nonna-approved" marketplace debuted behind the minds of Italian couple Francesco Lucatorto and Francesca Pistorio. Armed with experience across multiple standout LA restaurants as well as their own pasta pop-up operation (Ceci's Oven), the couple returned to Los Angeles after the pandemic to channel family recipes into their Italian specialty grocer. Now, the focaccia sandwiches have eclipsed the lasagna as the go-to order. Towering umbrellas obscure the minimalist cursive font on the facaded storefront. Mustard-yellow metal patio furniture is readily available along the shaded sidewalk. Inside, the tiny shop toes the line between cozy and cramped. Appliances and coffee fixings are balanced on tables straight out of a country kitchen. Every foot of the wall space is decorated with framed photos, news articles, and homey tchotchkes. The top-lit suppli-and-bakery display is fully encased, while the rainbow of focaccia varieties is left open to the air. A trim merch shelf features focaccia-themed snapbacks and Italian coffee beans. Modern acoustic music plays around the room. I've visited a few times to sample Ceci's focaccia sandwiches. The bread is finger-thick, crisp-skinned, and moderately oily -- expect greasy fingers when handling the sandwiches. The toppings are modest-to-moderate in portion; don't be surprised to feel peckish afterward. I preferred the salty, lemon-forward Crudo & Ricotta combination, although the hamburger-style tomato slices felt superfluous. Meanwhile, on the Il Mortazza, the rich mortadella and burrata mostly outperformed the delicate arugula and bland eggplant. The fried Suppli croquette was memorably odd, between the fish stick-esque battering and the arroz rojo-like flavor. The service was memorably friendly, and a focaccia sando will set you back $20. Ultimately, I probably won't be a repeat player at Ceci's. Although I don't have any major criticisms about the flavor and execution of the focaccia sandwiches, they aren't even the best on the block (that honor belongs to LaSorted's, where Italian sandos are cheaper, heartier, and tastier).

I read about Lilley Hall decorations and the Halloween spirit in Toluca Lake area for years! In…read more2020, the pandemic year that gave us less activities and made me look around for new ones that I didn't get to do when we were spoiled with many choices. Toluca Lake is a beautiful neighborhood very close by us, so we drove around Moorpark and Mariota, parked and walked around. We felt like kids admiring the houses decorated for Halloween with music, animatronics, Vintage figurines, all breathtaking. So grateful to find joy during a pandemic, so close by in the Valley! I was grateful to everyone for putting us in the holliday spirit! The Lilley Hall aka Pumpkin House stood out - The Tudor style is impressive, the details, the decorations. Trick and treating here for kids should be so much fun! This year I head from a friend that she went to Lilley Hall and the X-mas decor was fantastic. I took visitors from out of town and everyone was thrilled to check it out! There is a choir composed by figurines and you can hear carols while looking around. The Lilley Hall was named after Joseph J. Lilley, music director for Paramount, did the score for "White Christmas", who lived here. The new owners are nice and welcoming and start the festivities after Thanksgiving. Check out their Instagram page for updates! I appreciate their work, dedication and generous spirit! The place is fairy tale like, ready to put you in the holiday spirit. Park around and walk, be respectful and enjoy the sights. We are lucky to have it so close. Many people who live around worked for the studios so they also go out with decortions for the season! Free activity you can do at your leisure in LA, off the beaten path that will make your holidays more joyful! Lilley Hall is a magical place!

There isn't much for me to add, given that other Yelpers offered impressive details as to the…read morehistory of Lilley Hall. I just always wanted to see this place during the holidays because I had heard how great the decor is... they weren't kidding, and it did not disappoint. So glad I can now check this off my local flavor bucket list !!! LOVE the holiday decorations here !!!