Neighbourhood Guides

Westside | Beverly Hills
The Westside is known for its top restaurants,
high-end shopping, and acclaimed cultural
attractions. Shopaholics flock to the trendy
boutiques on West Third Street and popular
shopping centers such as The Grove and the
adjoining landmark Original Farmers Market.
Beverly Hills is known worldwide as a premier
destination for luxury. Stroll along world-famous
Rodeo Drive and admire the incomparable designer
boutiques.
One of L.A.’s most affluent neighborhoods,
Brentwood is known for its palatial estates,
tree-lined streets, and A-list residents. Take in
the spectacular views, architecture, and art
on display at The Getty Center.
Century City is home to gleaming high-rises
and luxe hotels, where movers and shakers work
and play. The neighborhood features the recently
renovated Westfield Century City, an open-air
shopping complex.
Culver City is one of L.A.’s most historic and
scenic neighborhoods. Take a tour of Sony Pictures
Studio on the site of the original MGM Studios.
Explore the Helms Bakery District for its eclectic mix of
bookstores, furniture stores, and top-notch dining.
Step into Mid-City/Mid-Wilshire, a vital hub for culture,
art, and dining. Stroll through the La Brea Tar Pits and
peruse the impressive collection of exhibits at the L.A.
County Museum of Art (LACMA).
The historic neighborhood of Sawtelle/Japantown
has become a foodie paradise, home to authentic
Japanese restaurants, modern eateries, artisan
coffee, and ramen shops.
In Westwood, visit the UCLA campus or explore the
Hammer Museum’s renowned collections of modern
and Impressionist art. Film buffs can choose from
historic theaters or a state-of-the-art cineplex.
THE BEVERLY CENTER
BRENTWOOD COUNTRY MART
LACMA
GETTING AROUND
• Metro Red Line (Subway)
• Metro Expo Line (Light Rail)
• Metro Bus
• Big Blue Bus
• Prime Time Airport Shuttle
• SuperShuttle Airport Service
• Limousine Service
SPECIALTY TOURS
• A Day in LA Tours
• Bikes and Hikes LA
SHOP FAMOUSLY
• The Beverly Center
• The Grove
• Rodeo Drive
• Sawtelle Boulevard
• Westfield Century City
• Westfield Culver City
• Westwood Village
MUST EATS
• 800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria
• Brentwood Country Mart
• Helms Bakery District
• Hinoki & the Bird
• Maude
• The Original Farmers Market
• Tsujita Artisan Noodles
DON’T MISS
• Culver City Arts District
• Geffen Playhouse
• La Brea Tar Pits
• LACMA
• Petersen Automotive Museum
• Skirball Cultural Center
• Sony Pictures Studio Tour
To Downtown:
Take Metro Expo Line from Culver City
toward Union Station (45 min.)
To Santa Monica:
Take Metro Expo Line from Culver City
to Santa Monica (30 min.)
To Universal Studios Hollywood:
Take Metro Expo Line to 7th Street
Metro and change to Red Line (70 min.)
To LAX Airport:
Take taxi/ridesharing app (35 to 45 min.)
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