Megan Fiona posted: " Want more than Hollywood, glamor, and palm trees? I got you covered. When most people think of Los Angeles, images of sunshine, beaches, and Hollywood often come to mind. And while LA has its fair share of celebrities and beautiful weather, there is m"
Want more than Hollywood, glamor, and palm trees? I got you covered.
When most people think of Los Angeles, images of sunshine, beaches, and Hollywood often come to mind. And while LA has its fair share of celebrities and beautiful weather, there is much more to this city than many non-natives realize.
The City of Angels is often depicted in movies and TV quite stereotypically — essentially what I described above. This gives viewers a false impression of the city, and social media hasn't helped. With the influx of influencers and celebrity hopefuls over the past decade, the city has become known for its fake and flakey people who are in search of being the next big thing.
I'm here to tell you that while some of these stereotypes may be true (they're stereotypes for a reason), LA has much more to offer.
After living here for over a year now, I'm here to give you the rundown on all of LA's hidden gems and less Instagrammed spots. Enjoy!
Little Tokyo is a spot near Downtown LA where you can experience a taste of Japanese culture. The center is brimming with shops and restaurants — plus, it's right next to the Japanese American National Museum!
While LA has many affluent residents, the city also ranks fourth highest in homelessness rate in the U.S. At the Midnight Mission, volunteers get to interact with and serve meals to individuals experiencing homelessness.
The Dream Center, while they work with the homeless, has a wider array of services they provide for lower-income communities in Los Angeles. These include but are not limited to providing food and clothing, spiritual guidance, and childcare.
Having served with both of these centers, I recommend making time to serve alongside them and be a part of something bigger during your time in LA.
Book nerd or not, The Last Bookstore has something for everyone. Besides the store's incredible design and structure, it also showcases art and is a fun spot to explore because of its many rooms.
The store is spacious and full of all kinds of genres (at low prices, I might add), so you're sure to walk away with a new favorite before you leave.
City Hall is not only a beautiful building to behold, there is also a free lookout on top! The lookout provides a 360° view of the city, including the Hollywood sign, downtown LA, and much, much more.
The El Pueblo Historical Monument is much more than a monument. The center provides tourists with a wide variety of places to explore — such as Olvera Street, which is the main hub of El Pueblo. Olvera Street is full of vendors selling delicious Mexican food and other products.
There are also several museums around El Pueblo, such as the Chinese American Museum, the Plaza Firehouse, the Sepulveda House Museum, and more. All are within walking distance of Olvera Street!
If you find yourself in Los Angeles anytime soon, consider visiting some of these less explored spots and broaden your perspective on what makes this city truly unique.
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