Home to Hollywood's glamour, renowned business institutions and nearly four million residents, Los Angeles is one of the world's most diverse cities. This sprawling metropolis is known as the center of the entertainment industry as well as a capital of education, science and art. Every year, thousands flock to this southern California paradise for its beautiful beaches, fabulous weather and endless possibilities.

Los Angeles Hotels

Famous for fashion, film, and fun, Los Angeles offers visitors a wide array of lodging choices within its diverse metropolitan area. Budget, luxury, and boutique hotels in all parts of Los Angeles accommodate nearly 25 million visitors each year. View special rates for top hotels in Los Angeles, including the elegant Tower hotel, the Crowne Plaza Beverly Hills, and the centrally-located Orlando Hotel. Search Los Angeles hotels by location online or select from some of the most popular destinations, like Downtown, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, or LAX Airport. To book by phone, call 1.800.252.0306 (in Europe : 00 800 1610 1690).

Los Angeles Restaurants

Los Angeles.com can get you a table at Spago or Drago. Our online restaurant reservations can secure your table and confirm your reservation 24 hours a day! With one of the world's most diverse populations, Los Angeles's dining choices are no different. Visitors can enjoy any type of food in its authentic form; from delicious Lebanese fare to delicious Thai cuisine, restaurants throughout the region serve up some of the best food in the world. For those looking to see and be seen, they can visit some of the celebrity-centric restaurants in Beverly Hills and Hollywood.

Los Angeles Real Estate

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Housing costs vary greatly throughout the Los Angeles area, depending on the specific neighborhood in question. Beautiful beachside areas such as Santa Monica and Malibu boast some of the most expensive housing costs in the area along with their ocean views. Other posh neighborhoods include Brentwood, Beverly Hills and the Hollywood Hills area, where housing costs can easily run into the tens of millions.

While housing costs have risen significantly all over the Los Angeles area, there are still many affordable options in both condos and family homes. As a general rule, housing costs in East and North Los Angeles are cheaper than the Westside, for both purchases and rentals. Many Los Angeles neighborhoods such as Santa Monica and West Hollywood protect their tenants with strict rent control laws.

Los Angeles Tours & Attractions

Los Angeles' top attractions and cool spots, with online Los Angeles tour bookings including Universal Studios, Hollywood and more Los Angeles tours and attractions.

Visitors to the Los Angeles area find they can do and see anything imaginable in this incredibly diverse area. From the beautiful artwork at the world famous Getty Museum to awesome special affects at Universal Studios Hollywood, there is something for everyone in this area. Disneyland and Magic Mountain, two of California's most popular amusement parks are within easy driving distance, making Los Angeles a perfect choice for families.

For visitors looking to get a taste of the Hollywood side of the entertainment capital, a variety of museums, such as the Museum of Television and Radio, offer an inside look at the history of the industry. Visitors can also stroll up famous Hollywood Boulevard, viewing all the celebrity stars on the ground, or place their hands in the celebrity handprints outside Grauman's Chinese Theater. Tourists and residents alike can then party at the Hollywood hot spots along the famed Sunset Strip.

Shopping is another top attraction of the Los Angeles area, with such massive shopping opportunities as the three-story Beverly Center. Visitors can also shop on famed Rodeo Drive, known for its posh shops and celebrity sightings. For a more relaxed shopping venture, Los Angeles's Farmer's Market at the Grove offers neat shops and friendly vendors.

Los Angeles Music & Nightlife

Los Angeles area music scene, clubs, concerts, bars, nightlife, gay nightlife, and local band directory. Los Angeles could also be termed the city that never sleeps with its incredibly active nightlife. From hot Hollywood clubs along the Strip and martini bars in West Hollywood to rooftop lounges in the Valley and sports bars in Santa Monica, there is something for everyone's taste. The city is also home to a variety of sporting, theatrical and musical events; visitors are guaranteed to have a bounty of options in this town.

Los Angeles News

Headlines from trusted Los Angeles news sources, including the Los Angeles Times and LA Daily News, KNBC Channel 4, and the trenchant online journal L.A. Observed. Selected stories from other Los Angeles-area news outlets, such as the Daily Breeze and the Pasadena Weekly. Also: noteworthy Los Angeles-related stories from top national media, including the International Herald Tribune, Reuters and Associated Press.

Los Angeles Jobs

Whether you want to become a movie extra or just need a restaurant job while waiting for your film career to blow up, our Los Angeles job listings are a great place to start. We list thousands of Los Angeles jobs offering employment with everything from top Los Angeles companies to universities and government agencies. You can search by position, employer or location. Our extensive Los Angeles jobs database includes employment ads throughout the Southland region, including Orange County, Long Beach, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Burbank, Riverside and Ontario.