There are only two subway lines in L.A., one of which shares most of its stops with the other.
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Metro RailRed Line is the most useful for tourists and visitors. This line links Downtown Union Station to North Hollywood via Hollywood and Universal City. It also connects with the Blue, Expo and Orange lines. Purple Line connects Downtown Los Angeles to Westlake and Koreatown.
The L.A. Metro subway and over-ground train system can take you within walking distance of many attractions. L.A. Tourism also has some resources for car-free Itineraries of specific neighborhoods or following specific themes.
Metro RailRed Line is the most useful for tourists and visitors. This line links Downtown Union Station to North Hollywood via Hollywood and Universal City. It also connects with the Blue, Expo and Orange lines. Purple Line connects Downtown Los Angeles to Westlake and Koreatown.
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.
Unfortunately, the LA Metro system does not run 24/7! Most trains run from 4 a.m. until midnight or 1 a.m. on Sunday – Thursday, and all lines (including the Orange and Silver Line Busways) run until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights.
It's an unfortunate fact that Los Angeles isn't the most budget-friendly travel destination. However, with some careful planning, you can find a budget side to this glamorous town that embraces affordability without sacrificing the magic that defines the City of Angels.
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.
For glitz and glamour and some cutting-edge culture in the SoCal sunshine, it's got to be LA.But for a smaller-town feel with big-name sights, you're best off in San Francisco. Better still, rent a car, drive the spectacular coastal highway that connects the two, and take in both cities on one trip.