Hit the beach, Venice Beach! Walk along the circus-like boardwalk or stroll through the sand at this beachfront district. Catch some surf or just take in the sun while you explore this bustling area. Forgot to bring swimwear? No worries. Venice beach also has a skate park, a bike trail and tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. There's no outdoor beauty like the kind you'll find at the beach
Give your visiting relatives a tour to remember with Take My Mother Please Tours. Run by Anne Block out of her silver Cadillac, this tour specializes in showing people's relatives the "gloriously unusual" sights in Los Angeles. Up to five people can ride in the Cadillac on an eight-hour, customized adventure around the city.