Sunday, October 30, 2011

Hidden hot spots in Griffith Park

Griffith Park is the largest park in Los Angeles.  It takes up about 4310 acres of land.
This is the place where you can have the absolute best view of the famous "HOLLYWOOD" sign. James Dean filmed a part of "Rebel without a Cause" here.  

The entire park is filled with attractions including the LA Zoo, Greek Theatre, Travel Town, Pony Rides, Autry Center, and a Merry-Go-Round.

One of my favorite spots in the park is an outside cafe, "The Trails".
It's located by the west end of Los Feliz Blvd and Fern Dell Dr. This is a popular area for hiking and picnics.










2333 Fern Dell Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90068
(323)871-2102




























This cafe is pretty hidden by the woods. The backyard is wide and totally surrounded by nature. It reminds me of a cafe in North Carolina because of the country mountain feeling.








I found this cafe one day while attending an Outdoor family theater event called Faery Hunt.  





This is a unique outdoor adventure in a  gorgeous location.

2333 Fern Dell Pl
Los Angeles, CA 90068
(818)324-6802
*Please check out the event days from the site.








Los Angeles's most popular spot for tourists is Griffith observatory. 
It is the most gorgeous observatory and the admission is free.

You can see all of Los Angeles from here. 
2800 Ease Observatory Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213)473-0800

Los Angeles is always so blue.


This observatory had a $93 million renovation and reopened in 2006.


I saw the new planetarium for the first time and I was very amazed how wonderful the experience was.
I recommend this planetarium for people who could use a little relax and meditation.



There is a gift store that sells original goods that you can only find here.
Thinking of space is kind of hopeless but amusing.









Sunset and evening is even more beautiful here. They are open until 10 pm between Wednesday and Sunday.








After an all day adventure in Griffith Park, if you are starving for meat..



There is a great place for traditional Scottish cuisine and Prime Ribs nearby! The Tam O' Shanter, is one of the oldest restaurants in Los Angeles.
There are many different styles of cut for Prime Rib and I recommend the Tam O'shanter Cut $31 for the first time.
2980 Los Feliz Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323)664-0228
Now you are ready to go home.