Seventeen intricate spires hand-built over 34 years from steel rebar, broken tile, glass, and seashells by immigrant tile-setter Simon Rodia, now a National Historic Landmark on a South LA residential block.
94 hand-picked things to do in Los Angeles, United States — 50 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip. Updated July 2026.
Griffith Observatory & Griffith Park, Venice Beach Boardwalk & Muscle Beach, The Getty Center are among the 50 completely free activities in our Los Angeles list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
Our 94 hand-picked Los Angeles activities range from free up to about $40 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated July 2026.
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