Get To Know The Real LA The Next Time You Visit

Visiting LA is a no-brainer. Munching down on some In N Out Burgers while you peruse the view at the top of Griffith Observatory – that’s another no-brainer. LA is full of colourful and quirky delights, but sometimes you can only ever scratch the surface of this enormous city.

AWOL was lucky enough to visit this bustling hub of glitz, glamour and damn good Mexican food, and we’ve compiled a handy guide collating all of the best things you should be ticking off your list on your next visit. Did someone say tacos?

Boardwalks, beaches and walks

Santa Monica Pier, Muscle Beach, Venice Beach and Runyon Canyon.

Grab a bite at Mendocino Farm while you’re at it.

Mexican food

Blue Plate Taco, 1515 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica.

Mercado, 7910 W 3rd Street, Los Angeles.

Petty Cash Taqueria, 7360 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles.

Gracias Madre, 8905 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood.

Downtown

Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles.

Grand Central Market, 317 South Broadway, Los Angeles.

The Broad, 221 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles.

Clifton Cafeteria, 648 South Broadway, Los Angeles.

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