Other Sites & Activities
Los Angeles Convention Center
The Los Angeles Convention Center(LACC) is one of the most technologically advanced convention and exhibition centers in the world. LACC attracts over 2.5 million visitors annually and is renowned internationally as a prime site for conventions, trade shows and exhibitions. An integral economic component to the Southern California area, total sales from client secondary spending tops $1.1 billion annually, generating and sustaining over 12,000 local jobs. LACC is a model environmental-friendly facility, holding the prestigious US Green Building Council LEED-EB GOLD Certification. LACC is also a Bronze Level recipient of the 2010 California Award for Performance Excellence (CAPE), Eureka Award.
2012 Honda LA Marathon
Sunday, March 18, 2012.
The Honda LA Marathon gives runners and fans a unique way to experience the beauty and diversity of Los Angeles with the race's third year of the iconic "Stadium to the Sea" course. Runners will begin at Dodger Stadium and continue through Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Echo Park and Silver Lake, passing world-famous landmarks including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Pantages Theatre, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, the Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive. The race ends on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, near the Santa Monica Pier. The energy, enthusiasm and entertainment to be found along the course is unparalleled.
Music Center
Ahmanson Theatre, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Mark Taper Forum and Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Pershing Square
Welcome to Pershing Square, an outdoor concert and event center. Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, Pershing Square hosts an array of free programs for the downtown community.
Japanese Gardens
In the San Fernando Valley an authentic six and one-half acre "Japanese Garden", an oasis filled with symbolism and mystique, and created by a noted Japanese garden designer, is open for your viewing.
Experience the Los Angeles River: Ten (10) Things to Do Along the Los Angeles River Map and Brochure
The map section of the brochure highlights bicycling, strolling, and other activities along the river. From Canoga Park to Downtown Los Angeles, you can spend all or part of the day enjoying the Los Angeles River, its trails, pocket parks, bikeways, birds, and historic bridges. For more information on the Los Angeles River, visit www.lariver.org
Westside points of interest
San Vicente Mountain Park, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Getty Museum, and more...
Camping
The Griffith Park Boys Camp and Hollywoodland Girls Camp programs offer youth camping experiences, presented by professionally trained camp directors and staff. More...
Hyperion Treatment Plant
General Information for the City's Hyperion Wastewater Treatment Plant, which processes and recycles wastewater.
Fire Station Tours
Learn about fire prevention and life safety during your visit to a Neighborhood Fire Station.
Hyperion Treatment Plant Tours
Take a Virtual Tour around HTP and information for arranging a free tour of the City's Hyperion Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Los Angeles Convention Center
The Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) is one of the most technologically advanced convention and exhibition centers in the world. LACC attracts over 2.5 million visitors annually and is renowned internationally as a prime site for conventions, trade shows and exhibitions. An integral economic component to the Southern California area, total sales from client secondary spending tops $1.1 billion annually, generating and sustaining over 12,000 local jobs. LACC is a model environmental-friendly facility, holding the prestigious US Green Building Council LEED-EB GOLD Certification. LACC is also a Bronze Level recipient of the 2010 California Award for Performance Excellence (CAPE), Eureka Award.
Japanese Garden Available for Special Occasions
The Japanese Garden is an ideal setting for weddings, luncheons, meetings and other special occasions.
