About Los Angeles

Explore Los Angeles

While attending the symposium, take some time to discover Los Angeles’ diverse attractions. From beaches to cultural landmarks, LA offers something for everyone.

🌊 Coastal Highlights

• Redondo Beach Pier & King Harbor (5–10 min walk): Just steps from the venue, enjoy oceanfront dining, casual shops, and beautiful sunsets.

• Santa Monica Pier & Third Street Promenade (~25 min drive): Iconic pier with rides, street performers, and nearby shopping and restaurants.

• Venice Beach (~25 min drive): Famous for its vibrant boardwalk, street art, and Muscle Beach.
  
  

🎬 Hollywood & Entertainment

• Hollywood Walk of Fame (~40 min drive): See the stars honoring film, music, and television icons along Hollywood Boulevard.

• TCL Chinese Theatre & Dolby Theatre (~40 min drive): Legendary landmarks hosting movie premieres and the Academy Awards.

• Universal Studios Hollywood (~45 min drive): Theme park and working film studio with thrilling rides and behind-the-scenes tours.
  
  

🎨 Arts & Culture

• The Getty Center (~45 min drive): Renowned museum with art collections, striking architecture, and hilltop gardens offering panoramic city views.

• Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) (~40 min drive): The largest art museum in the western U.S., featuring works from around the world.

• The Broad (~45 min drive): Contemporary art museum showcasing Warhol, Koons, Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirror Rooms, and more.
  
  

🌳 Nature & Scenic Views

• Griffith Observatory & Griffith Park (~50 min drive): Stunning views of the LA skyline and the Hollywood sign, plus planetarium and exhibits.

• Runyon Canyon (~45 min drive): A popular hiking trail offering sweeping views of the city and frequent celebrity sightings.