This place is an absolute paradise in the center of Beverly Hills and it's a fantastic place. It…read morebelonged to the Robinson malls founder. One cannot just visit freely. You need to book a tour or attend an event. I took a 2 hour watercolor class that felt a bit rushed and basic but still was a good experience. I was able to walk the gardens a little and it's all absolutely beautiful and almost magical. I felt transported to a place that didn't feel like the heart of Los Angeles!

Wonderful experience, a hidden gem here in Beverly Hills. Made a reservation for the garden tour…read morethe day before without any trouble. You drive in all the way to the end of the driveway to park. Our docent had a last minute emergency so one of the staff members, Pamela, led our tour, but she was wonderfully knowledgeable and walked us through the Italian terrace garden, the palm forest, and the kitchen garden in an hour. The grounds are well maintained and beautiful!

We came out for Friday night roller skating at Melrose Rooftop Theatre to celebrate a surprise…read morebirthday with friends. It's a fun concept, but the experience left a bit to be desired. We checked in at the front entrance and took the slow-moving elevator up to the rooftop. It wasn't a huge deal, but definitely something that stood out. When we got to the top, we were asked to fill out a waiver on our phones--super quick and easy, but honestly something that could've been done earlier when buying tickets online. Parking in the area was $20 at a lot across the street. Not terrible for a Friday night in LA, but still worth mentioning. Your ticket includes skate rental and one drink, so we grabbed a Paloma (the other option was not available) which hit the spot. Unfortunately, the skating surface was a bit of a letdown--treaded hard plastic mats that didn't offer a smooth ride. It took a lot of effort to move and wasn't beginner-friendly. Plus there was a tricky spot that tripped up more than a few skaters. The biggest surprise was the low energy overall--music was pretty quiet, and the vibe felt more relaxed than festive. We expected more of a party atmosphere for a Friday night rooftop in the heart of LA. It was still fun to do something different and hang out with our group, but unless they upgrade the floor or amp up the energy, it's probably a one-and-done for us. Tips: - Allow extra time for the elevator to the 3rd floor. - $20 parking lot across the street. - 1 Drink included, so grab one and make the most of it!

Great view especially if you're into rooftops. Theres a bar…read moreattached to the side of the movie venue. The Ceviche was filling. The cocktails were tasty and potent. Would go again.

So sick ! Definitely make a stop at this house to just see how beautiful and amazing it is in…read moreperson. I love American horror story and this was something I checked off my bucket list.

Always a great spot to stop at if your a fan of American Horror Story: Murder House! Some other…read morenotable shows that were filmed here were: Buffy the Vampire Slayer, X-files, Dexter, and so many more! It's a great photo op, usually there's no one else there, or maybe one of two other groups. But the place is big enough that you don't have to wait in line to take pictures! Street parking is free, but also, be respectful of the area as it is a residential area!

Last week I felt the need to do something creative but with low stakes, and decided to indulge in a…read moreme date of paint-it-yourself pottery. The Color Me Mine in Beverly Hills was open on a Monday, and so I trekked out here to indulge my inner child. My *very* first job was at a Color Me Mine in Valencia in 2000, and it delights me that the franchises still look very much like they did back in the day. This location is clean and mostly well-equipped (they didn't have squeeze bottles for writing), and it was easy and straightforward to get started. The staff were friendly and helpful. I chose a cereal bowl (believe me, though, I was very tempted by the more whimsical ceramic pieces, such as the cat jar and the, uh, "beakers" :P ), and while I didn't originally have a design in mind, I was inspired by the tile wall to paint an ocean theme. I spent a few very pleasant hours glazing my bowl. I added a small ceramic boat and asked the staff (writing it in the notes on my slip) to glue it in the middle of the bowl. It turned out SO cute. And I will absolutely toot my own horn with the excellent glaze work :) Hehe

The experience while painting was nice but they didn't allow us to use the liner bottles that we…read morehave used at other locations so we weren't able to work on a design we wanted to. Upon picking up all of our items, they told me there was no need to check them to make sure they were all there. It's a good thing I did because they missed an item. They said they would look in the back and the lady at the front was very kind and apologized but the manager was rude and said she looked but hardly spent 5 minutes looking for the item. She offered a refund if they couldn't find it but said "these things happen", taking no accountability.

A spiritual center and meditation garden in Jefferson Park, it's off the beaten path for many…read moretourist things in Los Angeles but convenient if doing something around USC. It's hard to miss when driving but if you have a reservation you can park in their lot. Visiting days are Wednesday, Friday, Sunday and you have to pre-book. The entrance ticket includes a short tour showing part of the downstairs house and after guests can walk around the meditation garden with the Labyrinth. I thought it was peaceful and calm, it was like a very small version of Self-Realization as there were grassy areas and benches to sit and relax and meditate. I appreciated the fountains because the sound of running water is so calming.

A peaceful oasis in the Historic Adams District. It used to be free, then COVID had to go and ruin…read morethat. But still, at $6.00pp it's very affordable. Plan at least an hour or two to wander around. As indicated by the name, it's very peaceful and there is a labyrinth to walk. Enjoy the gardens and water features as you marvel at this blissful hideaway in the middle of Los Angeles.

I recently visited the Academy of motion pictures and the current exhibits are fabulous. I…read morespecifically went there to see one of my favorite animation films "Ponyo" but there was so much more to see. They currently have a jaws exhibit, beauty, and the beast, and Barbie as usual they have all of the fabulous costumes from various cinematic greats. It's a must see and definitely worth taking a day to visit. The admission is $25 parking is also around $25. You can get lost in there for an entire day. It's a day well spent. There is a café and a bar and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. if you're looking for something to do in LA this is a place to go. I always enjoy myself and exhibits rotate so there's always something new to see!

As someone who isn't super into cinematic or movies, this museum was still a fun one to visit! It's…read moreright next to LACMA, and doesn't have its own parking lot, so your next best bet is using LACMA's parking lot. Tickets are $25 per adult, with discounts for seniors, students, and kids. The only additional charge is a $10 ticket for the special Oscar exhibit, which I think lets you hold a real Oscar. This is a 5 story building that houses various exhibits of different movies. The fifth floor as the terrace, which also has a great view of DTLA! It also has a bar if you wanted to grab a drink or 2. The other floors have rotating exhibits that give additional insight to various movies. I particularly enjoyed the room which housed various props used in blockbuster movies like the Avengers, the Shape of Water, and Spiderman! The way each exhibit is displayed is also stunning and unique to each film. It's fun to just walk around and read the many thoughts and skills put in behind the scenes to produce these films. There are also some cute photo ops if you're looking to snap a cute pic or two!

Was able to experience dinner and the wonderful sounds of Brazillian Bossa Nova and Samba last…read moreweek. We had dinner reservations before heading to the lounge. Ingrid was our waitress and was incredible. She was kind and personable, and provided recommendation. Rene who was also working the area also had great customer service and was attentive. Food was perfection. The cheesecake 10/10. The drinks, exceptional. The mushrooms and mashed potatoes, wow. If you ever have the opportunity to eat here, do it. I will say the wait staff upstairs in the lounge were the complete opposite of the restaurant. They didn't even say "thank you" or "have a good night" after you paid and tipped which was a bit off-putting. Its a member only club but I would assume staff is encouraged basic etiquette and friendliness. Overall a great experience. Removed a star because I think customer service should be consistent throughout the establishment, especially if you are paying that much money.

Today is a late lunch catch up with my friend who is the member there…read moreWe have some appetizers as half dozen of oysters and vegetables rolls As to main courses, we ordered grilled chicken and smoked salmon pizza to share and on the side we had grilled broccolini I chose Tres Leches cake for our dessert I love their smoked salmon pizza and it is very delicious

Very Fun Place to visit if you haven't already try it out. It's great priced and you'll enjoy with…read morefriends and family for sures.

I recently visited the Museum of Illusions and had mixed feelings about the experience. It was fun…read moreoverall, especially if you enjoy taking pictures. There are several photo-friendly illusion setups that make for some cool and creative shots. We bought the bundle deal and also visited the Upside Down House and the Giant House. While those were interesting to see, there still wasn't much to do at either location besides taking pictures. One thing I really appreciated was the front cashier--He was very nice and welcoming, which made the check-in experience pleasant. However, I don't think the visit was quite worth the price. It felt a bit too expensive for what it offers, especially considering the bundle included all three exhibits. The experiences are fun for photos, but they're fairly short and limited in activities. For the amount you pay, it would be nice if there were more interactive things to do or more areas to explore. Overall, it's a good spot if you're really into taking fun illusion photos, but if you're expecting a longer or more activity-filled experience, it may feel a bit overpriced.