Definitely a good spot I'd say, lots of stairs and not a lot of people, their ramps are pretty low…read moreincline and leave something to be desired but overall you won't find a ton of other skaters in your way so it works

Easy fast friendly service Beautiful place and easy to get…read morearound when for a business license and I guess somethings have changed but staff was willing to help and clear things out

The City Hall of Van Nuys is one of the nicest and well organized in Los Angeles County. According…read moreto google it was in 1932 and originally designed as the Valley Municipal Building. Located on Sylvan St (east off Van Nuys Blvd) across from the Van Nuys Courthouse it's in the mecca of most community resources and services including the Van Nuys Public Library, original Firehouse, Police Station, postal services, legal services (including notary, bail bonds, lawyers, paralegals, etc.) and several small business including local restaurants and shops that keep the people who work here going as well as the city of Van Nuys thriving: https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-city-of-van-nuys-los-angeles Local LADot Dash and LA Metro city buses run past here both on Sylvan St and down Van Nuys Blvd. Also a very brief stroll away from the Van Nuys Blvd Orange Line station. The C.H. department provides services Monday through Friday (excluding observed holidays like President's day) from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Find Public Records related to Van Nuys City Hall including marriage, voter and vital information here not to mention obtain permits, make request for city changes and inquire about local city roles, positions and listings. There's local street parking available, most of is free if you can find it as well as paid parking structures around, most shared with the courthouse and other businesses on the block.

Definitely one of the best City Hall's in the nation. Working with LADBS was a breeze. Very…read moreinformative streamlined process. Getting through plan check, obtaining my permit and even getting quick answers to my many questions was never an issue. You make building worthwhile for contractors and owners alike. Thank you for allowing LA to grow into the vibrant city it is today.

Beverly Hills City Hall is absolutely stunning. It is definitely a local landmark to check out…read morewhether you are a tourist or a local. The outside of the building is definitely picture perfect in its beauty and architectural design. City Hall was originally built in 1932. It has been renovated since then but the classic gorgeous style has been maintained throughout the years. It is Spanish Renaissance style and it's tall like a castle with a dome at the top. It is across the street from the Beverly Hills library and police department and next to the fire station. Sometimes there are light displays on the building at night for special occasions and holidays. There is even a nice courtyard in the middle. City Hall is a voting venue for residents and it is a nice place to go vote. It is also a fully functioning building for the city's administrators. Did you know you could rent space in Beverly Hills City Hall for your event or conference or meeting? I had no idea this was a possibility until I was invited to an event there recently (a lecture). The room that is available is called "The Gallery". It can seat up to 120 people or 150 people for a standing room only event. The room has large windows and a beautiful ceiling and lighting. The venue allowed outside food as my event was catered. The bathrooms were also very nicely kept up and very clean. It was a little bit difficult to find the room but I was pleasantly surprised when I arrived at how lovely it was. We parked on the lot on Crescent which is where the organizer told us to park. There was ample parking and it was validated for our event.

Historical building with beautiful architecture. Wonderful visit if you are a tourist. However,…read morelittle knowledge when it comes to getting information from the representatives who work there. The security guard was helpful in trying to get me to the appropropriate person to talk to, but overall, it seemed like no one knew who would be the best point of contact to get information, even with me having dated and signed documents from BH archive.

As a wedding videographer and photographer based in Southern California, I've had the opportunity…read moreto work at many venues throughout the region. Each location offers its own personality, but Adamson House continues to stand out. The combination of historic architecture, hand-painted tile details, and the unobstructed Malibu coastline creates a setting that feels both intimate and expansive. Lighting throughout the property changes beautifully as the sun moves, especially during golden hour when the ocean backdrop becomes incredibly dynamic on camera. From a production standpoint, the layout allows for a natural flow between ceremony, portraits, and reception. The oceanfront lawn offers open space for wide scenic compositions, while the Spanish-style courtyard adds depth and texture for more detailed, artistic shots. My team documented a wedding there under our studio name, Prince Weddings (PrinceWeddings.net), and the experience reinforced how well this venue photographs and films when thoughtfully planned. This review reflects only my direct experience working at the property and is shared to help couples better understand what it offers from a visual and logistical perspective.

Beautiful historic home and State Park in the Malibu area. Lots of events are hosted here, but the…read morelogistics (if you're the organizer) are incredibly challenging. There is essentially no practical parking in this area if you're looking to visit the house and the surrounding park/beaches directly. Beach parking fills up fast and is run by LA County (so your parking passes won't work), and street parking is filled by the surfers very early in the AM. Services and resources on the grounds are very limited (bathrooms, etc.), but the area is very well preserved as a historic location by the State Parks staff. May be very challenging to visit, but if you're here for an event, take a little time to explore the area.

I walked alongside the front of San Buenaventura City Hall recently. I enjoyed my visit. The…read morebuilding has beautiful architecture. There are some great landscape views from it. I would recommend taking precaution when venturing to or from the city hall on foot as there are some steep streets surrounding it.

This is a premier building in downtown Ventura, with Father Serra statue front and center in the…read moregardens below the building. Check out the friars' faces, all different, festooned below the roofline. This building is a classic, resisted being torn down in the 60s- if it is old tear it down and build a box- mentality. City offices are located inside, and strolling the lovely hallways is recommended. Parking is available in a side lot. Access to Grant Park above is via the narrow roadway on the left of the building. Even better, ample parking for the botanical garden trails is directly behind the building.

Anytime you want to check out Downtown City Hall, it is always an experience. When I worked in…read moreDowntown Los Angeles about 10 years ago, I'd come up and down Spring Street in City Hall. Love the structure of the skyscrapers and city. Movies have been filmed down here. Parts of the Terminator had scenes here near City Hall. This is the heart of nearly everything in the Downtown area. I love it.

Love this LA landmark art decor building. It has been the city & the mayor office for decades. It…read morealso has been in several movies like L.A. Confidential, Chinatown, Turner & Hooch. You can walk throughout the building except certain area to checkout the arts plus if you lucky, you can go to the balcony section of the building a see the main downtown up from the above, very cool. But unfortunately, I wasn't lucky so next time.

The finest of the South Bay, and perhaps, rivals some of the best beach cities in the US, if not…read morethe world. It has a few blocks of touristy around the pier; a 2 mile long strand filled with walkers, bikers, and skaters; super clean beach; wonderful restaurants and bars; and a great public school system. Things to do: 4/5 Safety: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 GEOGRAPHY -- East of the 405 fwy, Hermosa Beach to the South, El Segundo to the North. The West, well, the ocean. Beach/strand, for sure, but don't forget that Manhattan Beach also spans wide to include Sepulveda Blvd (lots of regular shopping and restaurants, car dealerships, hotels). VB / SURFING -- Volleyball reigns here, followed by Surfing. For VB, the Manhattan Beach Open (August each year), and Surfing, while there isn't a big competition, there are places and times where it is a site to see. COMMUNITY EVENTS -- My fav is held in the summer each year, Summer Nights at Polliwog Park. A small lake, open-air concerts, picnic baskets, great weather. The Hometown Fair at Live Oak Park in downtown Manhattan Beach. The fair includes live music, plenty of food and drink, games and booths to raise funds for local causes. RESTAURANTS -- Lots of choices! My 3 favories: Fishing with Dynamite, Manhattan Beach Post, and Little Sister. Followed by Tin Roof Bistro, and Fusion Sushi. HOTELS -- There could/should be more. I've stayed at the Shade (my favorite), Belamar (boutique/nice), and Marriott (huge/typical). Also special mentioned: Beach House, Sea View, and westdrift. EMPLOYERS -- There are no major ones in the area, but the the top are (employees): Target (405), Skechers (362), Macy's (271), Fry's Electronics, Marriott (208), and the growing Manhattan Beach Studios (202).

Always a good time getting down to the beach. A cute quaint and very lively beach town. Full of fun…read moreshops, restaurants, bars and so on. It's a favorite for many's and the main hub, the pier. The beach is massive... Parking can be tricky as it's mainly metered parking which is monitored everyday and usually 2 hrs. Also, parking lots throughout but I believed it's metered as well. Plenty of restaurants to choose from which always makes a good weekend outing for brunch as well as date night.

I love taking photos here, its a timeless location for quinceañera, engagement, family photos and…read moregradation photoshoot

Beautiful place to visit and admire the architecture. Reminds me of Balboa Park in San Diego…read more Not too crowded noticed lots of picture taking for weddings, quinceañera. Lovely weather. Parking normally is available around the area.

12/14/24 You hear the gentle sound of the waves…read more... Love the beauty of this city. Getting here is quite a trek but it is very much worth it. Sometimes we just drive around to see the gorgeous & well manicured lawns of the beautiful homes. It is peaceful & scenic at the overlook. Come see for yourselves. There's free parking at the scenic viewpoint-- be aware, all entry by the palatial homes are being monitored/recorded.

The city of Rancho Palos Verdes is quite beautiful. When you are at the top of Hawthorne boulevard…read moreand driving southbound down the hill, you can view the ocean from the right hand side and in front of you. The city is clean. The fire department is awesome. Be careful not to speed because the sheriff's will definitely catch you and give you a speeding ticket. The downside is the fact that many of the drivers in this city drive poorly. There is a reason automobile insurance is higher here than off the hill. Due to the close vicinity of the post office, mall, grocery stores, large parks with playgrounds, gas stations, and five different Starbucks within a five mile radius, there is really no reason to leave the city. The neighborhood is very safe.

+ Grateful for its free parking lots, particularly on Surf City Marathon day where sponsored buses…read morealso pick you up there and drop you off near the race starting line. - Despite its farther proximity from the starting line compared to closer lots like Pacific City mall, many still came here, so it was super crowded. + However, nearby residential street parking is also free that day. - Unfortunately, what SCM neglected to preinform us that the shuttle back doesn't go straight from the dropoff point back to the Civic Center. It detours to drop some runners off at Edison HS, which basically adds 10min to the bus ride. . Had I known, I'd prob have sought nearer parking for the SCM and just bike the rest of the way. . Somewhat peaceful ambience, albeit loud neighborhood.

This review is solely for the 911 memorial. Everyone has a story of where they were on that tragic…read moreday. I was here in Long Beach watching the news and getting ready for school when I watched as the second plane hit the 2nd tower. That memory has been with me since. While on a weekend trip to san diego we visited the air and space museum and were surprised to see a cruiser on display that was actually at ground zero! When I got back I thought to myself "I wonder if there's other artifacts that I can see around town". A quick search showed that there were pieces of steel from the towers here. So on 9/11 of last year, we drove out here to see the memorial and have a moment of silence for the victims. The memorial is located at the bottom of the staircase in a pentagon shaped base and honors all lost in the towers, flights as well as first responders. In the center stands a steel beam that was part of WTC donated by NYC Fire and Police. It's quite surreal seeing an object from that dark day in history.