Robert Lee Law

Watch the Los Angeles Kings tear up the ice in the Staples Center. Created as part of the 1967 NHL expansion, the LA Kings continue to reach for the crown after having advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals in the 1992-93 season and losing to the Montreal Canadians in five games. Watch this sports team fight for the win next time they hit the ice.

Enjoy a fantastic view of Santa Monica from Suite 700 Penthouse Bar, the rooftop bar and lounge at Shangri-La Hotel. After drinks, slip into the Dining Room for signature dishes from the Raw bar, Gourmet Flatbreads and Sticky Toffee Pudding. If you prefer to skip dining, take an expertly made drink to the outdoor cabana and relax by the pool.

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.

Los Angeles contains a multitude of art galleries and museums, but the Getty Center is the most popular. This art center showcases a variety of classic and modern art and photography in its permanent collection, as well as regional, national and international traveling exhibitions. The architecture of the building and the lovely view combine to create an art lover's dream.