Where in LA can you live without a car?

Santa Monica. Home to the Big Blue bus, the Expo Line, and plenty of express bus lanes, Santa Monica is also a good choice for a car-free lifestyle. This area is especially good for bicycling which many miles of bike lanes, lockers and infrastructure, along with its own Breeze Bike Share system.



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Metro Bus. Buses aren't widely regarded as a posh transportation option, and the ones in LA are no exception. But they still offer a quick and convenient means of getting around Los Angeles without a car. Though there may be a few bad apples, most buses are clean and air-conditioned.

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But in general LA is not a walking city, its a car city - neighborhoods might only be a few square miles and you can walk within them, but distances between non-adjoining neighborhoods will generally be too far to walk (for instance, the center of Hollywood to the center of Beverly Hills is nearly a 5 mile walk).

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The newly expanded subway may not go everywhere, but for $5 a day it offers a gridlock-free way to get to plenty of great places. Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and journeys.

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With lots of caution, yes, Los Angeles can be a safe destination for solo female travelers. Los Angeles has a long history of gangs and violence, which is a valid concern for any visitor. Crime in L.A. has steadily decreased over the last 30 years, however, 2019 and 2020 marked a 20% jump in the murder rate.

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If in doubt, ask your hotel reception if a place you're wanting to go is safe to explore on your own. Overall, LA is a great place to visit by yourself. Just be cautious and use your common sense, and you'll be just fine. Santa Monica is one of the top places to stay on a solo trip to Los Angeles.

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