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Lonely Planet's Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern Californiais your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Check out Hollywood's Walk of Fame, catch a wave in San Diego, and visit Mickey at Disneyland Resort; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet's Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern CaliforniaTravel Guide:
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak
NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transportation info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel
Improved planning tools for family travelers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids
What's New feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas our writers have uncovered
NEW Accommodations feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodations
NEW Where to Stay in Los Angeles map is your at-a-glance guide to accommodations options in each neighborhood
Color maps and images throughout
Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics
Over 50 maps
Covers Los Angeles, Disneyland & Orange County, Palm Springs & the Deserts, Santa Barbara County, San Diego & Around and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California, our most comprehensive guide to Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled.
Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Los Angeles, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet California for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer.
Authors Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Amy Balfour, Andrew Bender, Alison Bing, Cristian Bonetto, Celeste Brash, Jade Bremner, Michael Grosberg, Anita Isalska, Andrea Schulte-Peevers, and Wendy Yanagihara.
About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.
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