We came out for Friday night roller skating at Melrose Rooftop Theatre to celebrate a surprise…read morebirthday with friends. It's a fun concept, but the experience left a bit to be desired. We checked in at the front entrance and took the slow-moving elevator up to the rooftop. It wasn't a huge deal, but definitely something that stood out. When we got to the top, we were asked to fill out a waiver on our phones--super quick and easy, but honestly something that could've been done earlier when buying tickets online. Parking in the area was $20 at a lot across the street. Not terrible for a Friday night in LA, but still worth mentioning. Your ticket includes skate rental and one drink, so we grabbed a Paloma (the other option was not available) which hit the spot. Unfortunately, the skating surface was a bit of a letdown--treaded hard plastic mats that didn't offer a smooth ride. It took a lot of effort to move and wasn't beginner-friendly. Plus there was a tricky spot that tripped up more than a few skaters. The biggest surprise was the low energy overall--music was pretty quiet, and the vibe felt more relaxed than festive. We expected more of a party atmosphere for a Friday night rooftop in the heart of LA. It was still fun to do something different and hang out with our group, but unless they upgrade the floor or amp up the energy, it's probably a one-and-done for us. Tips: - Allow extra time for the elevator to the 3rd floor. - $20 parking lot across the street. - 1 Drink included, so grab one and make the most of it!

Great view especially if you're into rooftops. Theres a bar…read moreattached to the side of the movie venue. The Ceviche was filling. The cocktails were tasty and potent. Would go again.

Came in for their recent block party with the wife and had a blast! They were celebrating the…read moreopening of their new expanded campus, and it is a seriously cool (and huge) brutalist building that is so filled with art and carefully designed that you feel like you could shuffle around corner after corner seeing new things for eternity - and I mean that in a good way. I found myself so taken with the new building that I ran out of time to see the original building's new exhibit...I guess I'll have to come back ;) With this new addition, I think this place might just have become my single favorite art museum in LA. This museum is impressive, fascinating, and super well curated. I also love how they put on a great event here to show off the new digs and let us LA people in to see it for free! By the way, we loved that strawberry paleta too! A great (and tasty) relief for that hot day. Much appreciated, and can't wait to come see what they do for their next exhibit!

In the (many) years since the last time I was in LA, my list of things to see and do down here has…read moreonly gotten longer and longer. Yet, during that time, checking out LACMA has always managed to stay right near the top, just after eating in KTown. What can I say? I guess I'm just a connoisseur of food and culture...heavy emphasis on the former, far less on the latter. After all, as much as I appreciate museums and art, a big reason for wanting to come here was to also get our prerequisite IG photos of the Urban Lights display like everyone else! Since my gf's friend bought our tickets online for us, I can't really speak to the price or the process. However, what I can say is that buying tickets in advance is highly recommended so that you can lock in your preferred entry time slot, rather than taking a chance on whatever walk up slots are left when you get here. Similarly, their parking lot can fill up quickly, especially on weekends, but there are alternatives nearby. The surrounding streets offer spaces, but most of them seem to have time limits/meters. Otherwise, there are several other parking lots nearby, including a large one a half block away at the Petersen Automotive Museum that we parked at. Now, in all, LACMA is made up of four separate buildings/pavilions filled with exhibits and pieces from a variety of movements, periods, and artists from around the world, whether it be American, European, Latin, Egyptian, Asian, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Abstract, Surrealist, Pop Art, Picasso, Monet, Diego Rivera, Andy Warhol, and so much more. The artwork here also extends beyond just the physical, as there was even a live trio performing with a violin player, a singer, and a bicycle riding performer. I don't know if it's just me, but that felt pretty rare to see. Given how art is largely subjective, everyone will feel differently about LACMA's specific exhibits and pieces, but I think it's objectively safe to say that their overall collection of artwork is rather impressive. With so many different distinct styles curated together, there's so much to see and potentially something that speaks to everyone. What's more, the physical museum itself is great - a little congested in certain areas as guests milled about, but I definitely like how modern it felt and how it stretches over Wilshire (kind of cool to stand there and watch all of the cars passing below). Despite how big and spacious this place is, though, there were times inside the main building/gallery where it felt really hot and stuffy, so a bit more A/C would've been nice. Even though we spent a good chunk of the day wandering through so many of their halls and exhibits, I'd be lying if I said we got to see (and appreciate) everything that LACMA has to offer. My favorites were the pieces by Monet and Picasso, as well as the Pop Art wing with Warhol's pieces. However, I'm still kicking myself for neglecting the outside area and the very thing we came here for - the Urban Light display! Pretty horrendous on my part (I just wanted to see in the car with the A/C on blast), but at least it's accessible 24/7 to the public without needing to buy a ticket, so we can always correct that mistake the next time we're in LA. Which, hopefully, won't take nearly as long again.

Very Fun Place to visit if you haven't already try it out. It's great priced and you'll enjoy with…read morefriends and family for sures.

I recently visited the Museum of Illusions and had mixed feelings about the experience. It was fun…read moreoverall, especially if you enjoy taking pictures. There are several photo-friendly illusion setups that make for some cool and creative shots. We bought the bundle deal and also visited the Upside Down House and the Giant House. While those were interesting to see, there still wasn't much to do at either location besides taking pictures. One thing I really appreciated was the front cashier--He was very nice and welcoming, which made the check-in experience pleasant. However, I don't think the visit was quite worth the price. It felt a bit too expensive for what it offers, especially considering the bundle included all three exhibits. The experiences are fun for photos, but they're fairly short and limited in activities. For the amount you pay, it would be nice if there were more interactive things to do or more areas to explore. Overall, it's a good spot if you're really into taking fun illusion photos, but if you're expecting a longer or more activity-filled experience, it may feel a bit overpriced.

I'm so glad I made it out to the La Brea Tar Pits yesterday! I knew it was the last day they'd be…read moreopen for a while, and I really wanted to check it out one last time before they start the big renovation. It's pretty wild to think this place is going to be closed for the next two years for a massive update. It's definitely going to be missed while the doors are locked, but I'm actually pretty excited to see how it turns out when it finally reopens. They have some big plans to add more space and update the whole experience. If you missed your chance to get inside before yesterday, at least you can still walk around the park and look at the excavation sites while they work. It's still such a cool, surreal spot to have right in the middle of L.A......seeing actual Ice Age history being pulled out of the ground never gets old. Can't wait to see the final product in a couple of years!

4.5 My family and I went to the La Brea Tar Pits and Museum when we were vacationing in Los Angeles…read morein late May. We took a rideshare there. Upon arrival we followed the signs to go see the tar pits. It was hot outside but not too bad as there was a breeze and it was early. The tar pits had information that you could read as you look around. You can check out the dig sites and walk around at the park in the area. In the museum they had all kinds of prehistoric facts and information. Apparently the museum has now closed due to a renovation and won't reopen for awhile. So I'm glad we got to see everything before they shut it down. Overall the La Brea Tar Pits and dig sites are cool to see if you like that kind of thing. There's not much to it but it's informative. Hopefully they will get the museum reopened soon so that people can enjoy that as well.

A spiritual center and meditation garden in Jefferson Park, it's off the beaten path for many…read moretourist things in Los Angeles but convenient if doing something around USC. It's hard to miss when driving but if you have a reservation you can park in their lot. Visiting days are Wednesday, Friday, Sunday and you have to pre-book. The entrance ticket includes a short tour showing part of the downstairs house and after guests can walk around the meditation garden with the Labyrinth. I thought it was peaceful and calm, it was like a very small version of Self-Realization as there were grassy areas and benches to sit and relax and meditate. I appreciated the fountains because the sound of running water is so calming.

A peaceful oasis in the Historic Adams District. It used to be free, then COVID had to go and ruin…read morethat. But still, at $6.00pp it's very affordable. Plan at least an hour or two to wander around. As indicated by the name, it's very peaceful and there is a labyrinth to walk. Enjoy the gardens and water features as you marvel at this blissful hideaway in the middle of Los Angeles.

I had such a wonderful time here…read more I had been wanting to come for years! My cousin told me about it, and she lives so far away, and I've had lived here all my life and never knew about it. They had really great accessible features for anyone that is handicap. It's really clean, and it's so cool getting to learn about others and how they passed away, not to mention, understand my own life and put it in perspective. I really appreciate them making my night.

Please please please listen to ALL the reviews citing poor customer service before you decide to…read morespend your hard earned money here. The staff are soo unbelievably rude, obnoxious, creepy, possibly racist and just straight up distatesful asf. The amount of "jokes" I heard coming the two employees with long hair, pertaining to the victims was disturbing. Those same employees also felt the need to follow me around for some odd reason which made me very uncomfortable to the point I almost walked out. I respectfully approached one and asked was there a downstairs to which he snapped, "yeah we have a downstairs" in a very dismissive and rude tone. Lol alright buddy, not sure who pissed in his Cheerios or stole the meth he obviously smokes from the looks of (it?) him. Try rehab, friend :) There were also some pretty loud and obnoxious guests, who kept making it hard for some of us to concentrate, and while I understand the museum can't exactly control who they get as a guest, I was hoping at least ONE staff member would tell them to keep the noice down. Nope! Instead they followed the quiet girl around and allowed the hyenas to roam thru the museum making crass jokes. It's funny I just realized I've already written three paragraphs before I actually got to talk about the museum contents so I'll make this short. Blood, guts, porn and more blood. While I did learn some things, I was expecting a lot more for $21 fridgin dollars. Most of the stuff in there could've been found on Reddit. Welp I crossed this off my list and regretfully so. Save your time and money.

This is a great experience for dating and married couples. I enjoyed learning about my husband…read more We've been married for over a decade and I never knew his love language. It is helping us connect stronger in our relationship. I enjoyed this interactive museum very much. It's lgbtq+ friendly. The music is quite loud to help with privacy but can feel overstimulating for those affected by loud music.

Would definitely recommend if you and your partner are looking for an interactive date night. If…read moreyou're looking for a date experience that's equal parts thoughtful, joyful, and transformative, this is one to put on your list. Each room is uniquely designed and offers different segments to enhance the romance & get to know your partner more intimately. Reasonably priced and worth every penny.

This morning was my 2nd visit to Legacy Studios and I continue to be very happy. The receptionist…read moreis very friendly and introduced me to other staff members. Mistress Ashley Reigns (my 2nd time) continues to give me wonderful sessions. Highly recommend her and I look forward to a continuing journey. Who knows where it will lead. That's the fun!

Legacy Studios is the classiest dungeon in Los Angeles. Whether you want to play with professionals…read moreor go to a party, this is the place to go to if you want to do BDSM.