Off the beaten path · Los Angeles, United States

12 Hidden Gems in Los Angeles Most Visitors Miss

Skip one big-name queue and trade it for one of these. Every pick is backed by real reviews.

Chosen from 51 tracked places in Los Angeles: highly rated, rarely crowded. Updated monthly.

  1. Quest Room

    Entertainment

    Quest Room is a popular escape room venue located at 170 S Western Ave in the heart of Koreatown, Los Angeles.

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  2. Greenbar Distillery

    Sight

    Greenbar Distillery is a pioneering craft distillery located in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles.

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  3. Stash House

    Entertainment

    Stash House is a clandestine cocktail bar tucked away in a nondescript storefront on West 3rd Street in Los Angeles' vibrant Koreatown neighborhood.

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  4. Paradox With Lou Serrano

    Entertainment

    Paradox With Lou Serrano is an intimate, offbeat magic show held in a converted warehouse space in Los Angeles's vibrant Arts District.

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  5. Maze Rooms

    Entertainment

    Maze Rooms is an escape room entertainment center located on South Robertson Boulevard in Los Angeles' Mid-Wilshire district.

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  6. Space Shuttle Endeavour

    MuseumFree entry

    The Space Shuttle Endeavour is a monumental exhibit at the California Science Center in Los Angeles's Exposition Park.

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  7. Geffen Playhouse

    Entertainment

    Geffen Playhouse is a premier not-for-profit theater located in the heart of Westwood Village, Los Angeles.

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  8. Olympic Spa

    Sight

    Olympic Spa is a beloved Korean-style bathhouse (jjimjilbang) in the heart of Los Angeles' Koreatown.

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  9. Lansky Transportation

    Sight

    Lansky Transportation is a transportation service provider located in East Hollywood, Los Angeles. Situated at 4655 Maplewood Ave Ste 202, the company offers a range of transportation solutions for both individuals and businesses.

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  10. Mosaic Tile House

    Museum

    The Mosaic Tile House is a living art project located in the Venice neighborhood of Los Angeles.

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  11. UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden

    Park & natureFree entry

    Nestled within the bustling Westside of Los Angeles, the UCLA Mathias Botanical Garden offers a tranquil escape into nature.

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  12. The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

    Entertainment

    The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson was a beloved late-night talk show that aired on CBS from 2005 to 2014.

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