Best places: Zoos & Aquariums in Los Angeles

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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Natural history museum
From T. rex skeletons to an insect zoo, popular attraction holds more than 35-million artifacts.
4.80 (11.4K reviews)
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Universal Studio Tour
Amusement park ride
Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring movie & TV-show backlots.
4.80 (7.8K reviews)
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Battleship USS Iowa Museum
Maritime museum
Storied Navy warship offering kid-friendly tours (from the decks to the Captain’s Cabin) & exhibits.
4.80 (7.3K reviews)
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Griffith Park
Park
Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & the L.A. Zoo.
4.70 (66.2K reviews)
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California Science Center
Science museum
Admission's free to permanent exhibits at this kid-friendly spot, also boasting IMAX & the Endeavor.
4.70 (17.4K reviews)
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Theme park
Theme-park attraction featuring thrill rides, shows, shops & restaurants based on Harry Potter.
4.70 (8K reviews)
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Lake Hollywood Park
Park
Scenic, dog-friendly spot with a large grass field, a kids' play area & views of the Hollywood sign.
4.70 (6.3K reviews)
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Exposition Park Rose Garden
Garden
Cheerful formal park featuring a collection of roses & a gazebo.
4.70 (2.2K reviews)
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Travel Town Railroad
Museum
Miniature, mile-long train ride that circles the Travel Town Train Museum in Griffith Park.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
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Los Angeles Live Steamers Railroad Museum
Rail museum
A steam, gas-mechanical & electronic train history museum, with outdoor exhibits of vintage cars.
4.80 (567 reviews)
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Griffith Park Trails
Hiking area
Outdoor natural trail offering hills, picnic tables & views of surrounding neighborhoods.
4.80 (542 reviews)
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Jurassic World – The Ride
Amusement park ride
Boat ride where guests travel through Jurassic Park, with animatronic dinosaurs & immersive screens.
4.70 (1.3K reviews)
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Averill Park
Park
Walkways traverse this scenic, tree-filled park featuring a gazebo & man-made pond with ducks.
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Universal City Overlook
Scenic spot
Landmark scenic overlook built in 1984, offering unobstructed views of Los Angeles & the mountains.
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Universal Studios Hollywood
Theme park
Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows.
4.60 (151.4K reviews)
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Universal CityWalk Hollywood
Shopping mall
High-energy hub featuring shops, eateries & bars, as well as a 7-story IMAX theater.
4.60 (61.7K reviews)
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The Grove
Shopping mall
High-end shopping mall features trendy retailers, restaurants & a theater amid a bustling promenade.
$$ $$
4.60 (24.6K reviews)
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Exposition Park
Park
Urban space comprising 160 acres with arenas & museums, plus some green areas with trees & gardens.
4.60 (15.7K reviews)
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La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
Museum
Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden.
4.60 (12.9K reviews)
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Hollywood Sign
Historical landmark
Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory.
4.60 (10K reviews)
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