Exploring the Unique Geography and Neighborhoods of Los Angeles Los Angeles, often referred to as the “City of Angels,” is not only vast in its cultural diversity but also in its geographical expanse. Covering over 500 square miles, the city stretches from the glistening coastline to the rugged canyons and even crosses a mountain range. This unique layout divides Los Angeles into distinct areas, such as the LA basin on one side of the Santa Monica Mountains and the San Fernando Valley on the other. There are currently 88 fully incorporated cities within Los Angeles County. Cities Within A Much Larger City But what truly sets Los Angeles apart is its patchwork of cities within the city. Iconic neighborhoods like
Grand Reopening of The Getty Villa
May 20, 2025
Exciting News for Art and History Enthusiasts The much-anticipated reopening of The Getty Villa in Pacific Palisades has been announced. June 27th, 2025, is the date when this iconic institution will once again welcome visitors. Nestled just south of Malibu, The Getty Villa has been closed for several months following the devastating fires that swept through Southern California in early January. While the museum’s priceless collection remained unharmed during the fire, the surrounding area suffered significant damage. Over 1,300 trees were lost on the grounds alone, and extensive efforts have been made to restore the villa’s tranquil environment. What to Expect During Your Visit The Getty Villa offers free admission, allowing art lovers and history buffs to immerse themselves in
Los Angeles for Valentine’s Day
January 29, 2025
Are you planning to celebrate in Los Angeles for Valentine’s Day? If so, there are plenty of amazing opportunities to explore. Make sure to book your reservations now before it’s too late. Some romantic hotspots include The Little Door, Geoffrey’s Malibu, Gwen on Sunset Blvd., JAR on Beverly Blvd., Republique on La Brea, Wolfgang Puck’s Cut, The Polo Lounge, Saddle Peak Lodge in Calabasas, Spago in Beverly Hills, and Tam O’Shanter in Atwater Village. There are also endless packages at some of Beverly Hills’ most popular hotels. These can include prix-fixe meals, spa treatments, and special romantic perks. Can’t get into some of the most popular locations on February 14th? Avoid the rush and plan an alternative Valentine’s date. It’s
Dine LA Restaurant Week
January 24, 2025
Dine LA Restaurant Week runs from January 24th – February 7th, 2025. It couldn’t come at a better time for our city and the surrounding communities since each reservation will support wildfire relief. Sadly, we lost a handful of restaurants and bars in the recent fires, and many have GoFundMe fundraisers set up in hopes of rebuilding and/or supporting their beloved staff. In the Eaton Fire (Altadena/Pasadena) locations that were destroyed or damaged include Cafe de Leche, Side Pie, Fox’s Restaurant (since 1955), The Little Red Hen Coffee Shop, Rancho Bar, Pizza of Venice, Everest Burgers, Minik Market and Amara Kitchen. In the Palisades Fire (Pacific Palisades/Malibu) popular locations lost or damaged include Rosenthal Winery, Cholada Thai Beach Cuisine, Reel
Saddlerock Ranch and Malibu Wines
February 2, 2020
Saddlerock Ranch: The Malibu Wine Hike and Safari Nestled in the hills of Malibu, just off of the canyon roads that will lead you west to the shoreline, is a beautiful property known as Saddlerock Ranch. The residence is home to a vineyard known as Malibu Wines. Built in the 70’s by Ron Semler, a man who made his family fortune in military communication, the sprawling vineyard and farmland is open to the public for dinners, hikes, and even an exotic animal safaris. Recently, I had the privilege of visiting the property for a wine-tasting hike, with my girlfriend who had previously worked for the ranch in their animal care program— maintaining and training all of the animals
Malibu Creek State Park
July 21, 2019
When most people think of Los Angeles they think of lights, movies, and everything else that comes with an urban setting. While this is true with all of our studios and famous hotels around the city, people often forget that just steps away from (and even within) the city we have great spots to enjoy the outdoors. No, we’re not talking poolside or even the beaches. Think forests, hiking trails, lakes, and even a great spot for a quick swim and mini cliff dive in the afternoon. One of these great spots is just outside of the city at Malibu Creek State Park. You’ll forget you are in a coastal state and slip into a peaceful setting perfect for an
Topanga Days Country Fair 2018
May 7, 2018
Want a unique family-fun destination to visit over Memorial Day Weekend in Los Angeles? Check out the 45th Annual Topanga Days Country Fair 2018, May 26th, 27th, and 28th. Topanga sits nestled away in The Santa Monica Mountain Range between its famous neighbors of Malibu and Calabasas (any Kardashian fan has certainly heard of Calabasas). Topanga is a small community with a population of about 8000 residents. This tight town has been known for decades as somewhat of a Bohemian getaway for artists, musicians, filmmakers, actors and writers. Topanga Days Country Fair 2018 is a not-for-profit fundraiser sponsored by TCC, or The Topanga Community Club. This annual event has something for everyone. The band lineup includes Pacific Range, Paintbox, FNTN, Backseat Pilots, Milo
What We Do at Glitterati Private Tours of L.A. and Beverly Hills
February 4, 2016
Glitterati Tours of Hollywood and Beverly Hills is proud to be the #1 of 10 Activities and Tours in Beverly Hills on TripAdvisor. We work hard for this reputation and are passionate about showing off our incredible city to visitors. Glitterati Tours covers Hollywood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu, and Venice Beach. Glitterati Tours has streamlined our offerings to include what most guests want in terms of Los Angeles sightseeing. Why not other areas in Southern California? Because, if we know it, we show it! We’ve got our hands full covering the real estate, scandals, gossip, moving and shaking, history, and constant updates on all-things-L.A. We don’t venture off into Santa Barbara, San Diego or Palm Springs.
Celebrity Sightings and Home Tours in Beverly Hills and Hollywood
August 22, 2015
On our blog, we only report our celebrity sightings when they take place in a public space. While we often see them at their homes, private parties, the gym, in a medical office, pharmacy, a place of worship, hotels we do business with, or other expected private locations, we won’t blog about it on our Glitterati Tours website. -Sandra Bullock and Brad Garrett (different tables) at a West Hollywood restaurant located on Melrose Ave. -Same restaurant, but different night— Sylvester Stallone, Kathy Griffin, Judd Apatow, and John Singleton. -Keanu Reeves on his motorcycle along the Sunset Strip. -Matthew Perry driving his fancy black sports car on La Cienega. -Kim Kardashian arriving for her book signing at DASH. -The Kardashian clan
