Hidden gems - Historical landmarks in Los Angeles, United States not to miss (Updated March, 2024)

Hidden gems: Historical landmarks in Los Angeles

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Los Angeles. This list contains 125 places from Historical landmark category.

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The Gabriel Fernandez Memorial Site

Historical landmark

👍👍 Beautiful tribute to you Gabriel fernandez birthday. The tree is a symbol of your last known presence on earth . Forever a super angel among us. ❤️🙏

5.00 (125 reviews) (~59.29 km from centre)

Dana Point Lantern District Sign

Historical landmark

5.00 (12 reviews) (~82.11 km from centre)

Kuruvungna Village Springs

Historical landmark

👍👍 The spring and pond are very peaceful, surrounded by mature trees and an extensive array of California native plants, some of which have information panels so you can learn about them. It’s amazing to see the water coming out of the ground at the spring source. I visited during a native plant garden...

5.00 (11 reviews) (~19.94 km from centre)

Beverly Estate

Historical landmark

👍👍 In 1973 I live in that mansion for 2 years

5.00 (10 reviews) (~16.24 km from centre)

Former Home of Stan Laurel

Historical landmark

👍👍 Beautiful beach

5.00 (8 reviews) (~44.84 km from centre)

Teague Mansion

Historical landmark

👍👍 This is a private residence built by C.C. Teauge an innovator in agriculture in Santa Paula. Mr. Teague served the people of Santa Paula and in Washington DC.

5.00 (8 reviews) (~83.16 km from centre)

Mule Car

Historical landmark

Example of a late-1800s mule car that was used as an early trolley to haul passengers uphill.

5.00 (6 reviews) (~54.53 km from centre)

Huntington Beach Sign

Historical landmark

👍👍 Not as popular as the Hollywood sign. But it has a better ocean view.

5.00 (6 reviews) (~53.58 km from centre)

China Town House

Historical landmark

5.00 (6 reviews) (~59.88 km from centre)

Aliso Creek Adobes, County Of Orange Historical Site No. 44

Historical landmark

5.00 (6 reviews) (~70.94 km from centre)

Woodbury-Story House

Historical landmark

👍👍 Really creepy lol

5.00 (5 reviews) (~18.11 km from centre)

Crescent Bay Castle

Historical landmark

👍👍 Great view point to enjoy the sunset in Laguna Beach. Parking should be fine in the streets around it

5.00 (5 reviews) (~69.49 km from centre)

Dive N' Surf

Surf shop

Go-to for scuba & surf equipment sales & rentals, wetsuits, dive classes, apparel & accessories.

$$ $$

4.90 (100 reviews) (~26.71 km from centre)

Hudson's Bluff Sea Cave / The Lost Boys Lair

Historical landmark

4.90 (65 reviews) (~37.68 km from centre)

Paramount Studios Water Tower

Historical landmark

😠 GIVE US BACK SPONGEBOB AI ISTG I WILL KNOCK DOWN THAT DAMM WATER TOWER

4.90 (55 reviews) (~8.01 km from centre)

Spadena House

Historical landmark

👍👍 A fun stop over while in Beverly Hills) Nicely maintained and cool history 👍

4.90 (35 reviews) (~15.59 km from centre)

Carriage House- Prospect Park

Historical landmark

👍👍 Nostalgic to the idea of finding a place to have a sense of peace and enjoyment away from the city’s hustle and bustle ! Literally stepping into a time capsule , With the historic past of Redlands being a major part in the cultivation of orange groves as well as keeping this gem of a place part of h...

4.90 (29 reviews) (~98.72 km from centre)

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

Historical landmark

👍👍 Never saw a fig on this tree but I did find a Game Boy Color with Wario World in between the trunks during a field trip. Waluigi is obviously best but despite that it remains a cherished childhood memory. 5/5 top-tier Grandfather Tree

4.90 (26 reviews) (~14.98 km from centre)

Lawrence and Martha Joseph Residence and Apartments

Historical landmark

4.90 (25 reviews) (~14.84 km from centre)

Nike Missile Site LA -88

Historical landmark

👍👍 Must pay for parking. Make sure to fill out and pay in the envelopes provided right before parking lot. Only $5. After that head on up the road. It's steep and a workout. Once you reach the top you'll see a trail on the right going up to building. I recommend bring a light some buildings and holes a...

4.90 (21 reviews) (~44.14 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Historical landmarks in Los Angeles, United States