Can you do LA in 2 days?

If you're only in Los Angeles for a weekend, it might seem impossible to fit all of the landmarks and activities that make L.A. so special into just two days. It's tricky, but it's definitely not impossible, especially if you take an LA tour to see some of the famous sights.



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How much time should I spend in LA? Let me start by saying that LA is a HUGE city and the landmarks are spread apart from each other. Ideally, you should try to spend 5-7 days here if you don't want to be rushed and want to see everything.

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Of course, 3 days in Los Angeles is not enough time to see everything in and around LA. As with most destinations, you want more time to really get under its skin, and to discover all that there is to see and do. If you do have more time, get out of L.A. and explore some of the surrounding areas.

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With that being said, if one day is all the time you can allocate to visiting LA, then it's better to go and get a taste for the city than forgo it altogether. The ideal amount of time to explore Los Angeles is three to five days.

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Many neighborhoods, such as Downtown LA, Santa Monica, and Westwood, have highly walkable streets with plenty of amenities nearby. Additionally, LA has an extensive public transit system that can help you get around without a car.

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Accommodation makes up a big chunk of your travel budget when visiting LA, but you can save money by avoiding popular areas like Beverly Hills and Malibu. Districts like Koreatown, located between Hollywood and downtown, offer a mix of budget-friendly hotels, hostels, and guesthouses within its vibrant neighborhood.

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You should plan to spend around $258 per day on your vacation in Los Angeles, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, $60 on meals for one day and $42 on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in Los Angeles for a couple is $280.

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It is, however, a beautiful, diverse and sometimes confounding city. If you're visiting for the first time, it's easy to get wrapped up in the gridlock and sprawl or overly fixated on famous landmarks and lose sight of what makes Los Angeles such a unique destination.

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Good to know: While you can see the best of the city of San Diego in one day, the surrounding communities of La Jolla, Encinitas, Del Mar, and Carlsbad should not be missed. Depending on your interests, I recommend a minimum of three days in the area.

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8 things to do in LA on your 8-hour stopover
  1. Grab a bite at In-and-Out. ...
  2. Hit the Manhattan Beach Pier. ...
  3. Cruise the Venice Boardwalk. ...
  4. Visit the Getty Museum. ...
  5. Shop Santa Monica Place. ...
  6. Hang out at Dockweiler State Beach. ...
  7. Ride the Ocean Express Trolley. ...
  8. Visit the Flight Path Learning Center.


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Las Vegas can be such an amazing destination if you're looking for fun itineraries, city excitement, night adventures, and unique natural landscapes. And the best of it all is that you won't need more than just three days in Las Vegas to take advantage of the many stunning things the city has to surprise you.

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Los Angeles 2 Day Itinerary:
  1. Venice Beach.
  2. Marina del Rey.
  3. Santa Monica Pier.
  4. Beverly Hills.
  5. Sunset Strip.
  6. Hollywood.
  7. Hike at Runyon Canyon.
  8. Hike at Griffith Park and Observatory.


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If you rent a car in LA but only plan to use it now and then during your trip, Uber probably will be cheaper. If you intend on driving around every day, rent a car in LA could be cheaper.

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