Ease into the City: Best L.A. Views for Those Lazy Moments

In addition to being a city known for its glitz and glamour, Los Angeles is a sanctuary for people looking for quiet moments away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Nothing compares to relaxing with a stunning perspective of the city, whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned Angeleno. We’ll find the iconic locations and hidden treasures in this tour that provide the ideal vantage points for unwinding and soaking in the L.A. sunshine.

Griffith Observatory

This Art Deco icon offers a breathtaking view, especially at night when Los Angeles twinkles below. You can find a suitable viewing point here, whether it’s on the terrace next to the hill or the rooftop facing the basin.

Mondays are when the observatory is closed, but you can still stroll the grounds and enjoy the view. You will have a far better chance of finding a spot in the parking lot ($10 per hour) if you arrive on a weekday not too long before the 10pm closure.

Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook

The main feature of this Westside overlook is its 282 steep concrete stairs that lead to the summit.

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Take the short way and drive to the top of the hill to park ($2 per hour, $6 per day), which are frequently empty on weekdays, if you’d rather not strain your knees. After you arrive to the top, enjoy the 360-degree city views from the long park bench.

Hollywood Bowl Overlook

This overlook, as its name suggests, is located above the Hollywood Bowl and provides great views of the Downtown cityscape and, on clear days, the ocean.

You can pull up right in front of it, but be aware that Hollywood tours frequently make their way to its little parking lot.

Mount Wilson

You may get to the peak by taking the steep, twisting Mount Wilson Red Box Road, which is roughly a 40-minute drive up Angeles Crest Highway.

After that, stroll a short distance from the parking lot to the covered Skyline Park pavilion and the Cosmic Cafe, which is connected to it and open seasonally from April to November from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

On clear days, the skyline of Downtown and the ocean are visible. You will be well above the marine layer on cloudy days. In either case, everyone wins.

Just be aware that on the way back down, you might have some speed demons riding your bumper if you drive all the way to the summit late at night.

San Vicente Mountain Park

After crossing the 405 on Mulholland Drive, bear left at Encino Hills Drive, where the road will become a gravelly, cracked mess if you don’t mind getting your car dirty.

After a while, you’ll find the entrance of San Vicente Mountain Park, a defunct radar tower with one of the best 360-degree vistas in the country, as you wind up the dirt road.

To Conclude

The unexpected combination of metropolitan vitality and tranquil getaway is what Los Angeles has to offer. These viewpoints offer a special chance to relax and take in the breathtaking splendor of the city.

These places have something to offer any tourist, whether they’re looking for a tranquil getaway into nature, a panoramic view of the metropolitan skyline, or a taste of vintage Hollywood grandeur.

So gather your favorite beverage, a blanket, and enjoy some much-needed rest while admiring the magnificent views of the City of Angels.

Recall that these are only a few recommendations. You might find your own hidden gem with an equally breathtaking vista if you do a little exploring. Enjoy your show!

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