Los Angeles itinerary

1 day in Los Angeles

One day in Los Angeles is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in Los Angeles

With a single day, stay close to Los Angeles's walkable centre: its best-known sights, a market or waterfront stretch, and one proper sit-down meal rather than rushing between many stops.

Check what's on below before you go — a live event on your day is the easiest way to fill an evening without extra planning.

What's on during your visit

August 2026

Collect-A-Con (Los Angeles, CA)

Collect-A-Con (Los Angeles, CA)

Los Angeles Convention CenterSat, Aug 1Family Friendly
Midnights: Taylor Swift Dance Party

Midnights: Taylor Swift Dance Party

Teragram BallroomSun, Aug 2Music
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Boston Red Sox

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Boston Red Sox

UNIQLO Field at Dodger StadiumSun, Aug 2Sport
Navan: Kisses On The Moon Tour

Navan: Kisses On The Moon Tour

The Moroccan LoungeSun, Aug 2Music
Jade Street

Jade Street

The Peppermint ClubSun, Aug 2Music
Los Aptos

Los Aptos

The EchoSun, Aug 2Music
Moonchild: Waves Tour

Moonchild: Waves Tour

The WilternSun, Aug 2Music
Into The Void: Theo Croker featuring Johnathan Hulett

Into The Void: Theo Croker featuring Johnathan Hulett

Blue Note Los AngelesSun, Aug 2Music

🎟️ From $19

La La Land In Concert

La La Land In Concert

Greek Theatre-Los AngelesSun, Aug 2Music
In the End - Linkin Park Experience

In the End - Linkin Park Experience

The BellwetherSun, Aug 2Music
Kim Gordon - Play Me Tour

Kim Gordon - Play Me Tour

Pacific ElectricSun, Aug 2Music
Practical Magic

Practical Magic

Cinespia at Hollywood Forever CemeterySun, Aug 2Family Friendly

🎟️ From $24

of Montreal

of Montreal

The Regent TheaterSun, Aug 2Music
Pegassi w/ DAVID LÖHLEIN

Pegassi w/ DAVID LÖHLEIN

Exchange LASun, Aug 2Music

🎟️ From $35

Mary Droppinz B2B Jon Casey

Mary Droppinz B2B Jon Casey

Academy LASun, Aug 2Music

🎟️ From $30

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Boston Red Sox

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Boston Red Sox

UNIQLO Field at Dodger StadiumMon, Aug 3Sport
Los Angeles Coliseum Historic Tours

Los Angeles Coliseum Historic Tours

Los Angeles Memorial ColiseumMon, Aug 3Culture & Art
Into The Void: Theo Croker featuring Johnathan Hulett

Into The Void: Theo Croker featuring Johnathan Hulett

Blue Note Los AngelesMon, Aug 3Music

🎟️ From $19

Calle 24: Eterno Tour

Calle 24: Eterno Tour

The WilternMon, Aug 3Music
St. Vincent

St. Vincent

Hollywood BowlMon, Aug 3Music
Death Cab for Cutie: I Built You A Tower World Tour

Death Cab for Cutie: I Built You A Tower World Tour

Greek TheatreMon, Aug 3Music
Kim Gordon - Play Me Tour

Kim Gordon - Play Me Tour

Pacific ElectricMon, Aug 3Music
comehelpglo

comehelpglo

The EchoTue, Aug 4Music
Stephan Moccio

Stephan Moccio

Blue Note Los AngelesTue, Aug 4Music

🎟️ From $19

FAQ

Is 1 day enough for Los Angeles?
A single day covers Los Angeles's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around Los Angeles in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check Los Angeles's local transport options before you go.