Things to Do in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is one of the best cities in the country for family vacations, group trips, beaches, theme parks, sports, entertainment, museums, cruise travel, and Southern California road trips. This guide helps you plan where to go and which van may work best for your group.
Explore Los Angeles with Your Group
Los Angeles is spread out across many different neighborhoods and destinations. A group may visit Hollywood in the morning, Santa Monica in the afternoon, and Anaheim or Long Beach the next day. For families, sports teams, church groups, school trips, business groups, and international travelers, renting one passenger van can make the trip much easier than coordinating multiple cars or rideshare vehicles.
US Van Rental offers 12 passenger vans, 15 passenger vans, high roof vans, minivans, and cargo vans for visitors who need practical transportation around Los Angeles, LAX Airport, Anaheim, Disneyland, Hollywood, Long Beach, San Diego, Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and other popular routes.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Venice Beach
Griffith Observatory
Universal Studios Hollywood
Downtown Los Angeles
Most Popular Los Angeles Attractions
Hollywood Walk of Fame
One of the most recognized Los Angeles attractions, popular for first-time visitors, tour groups, and families.
Universal Studios Hollywood
A favorite theme park and studio tour destination near Hollywood, Burbank, and Universal City hotels.
Griffith Observatory
Great for city views, photos, and seeing the Hollywood Sign from one of the most iconic spots in Los Angeles.
Santa Monica Pier
Classic beach, pier, amusement rides, restaurants, sunset views, and easy access to the coast.
Venice Beach
Known for the boardwalk, skate park, beach culture, shops, and unique Los Angeles atmosphere.
Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive
Luxury shopping, sightseeing, celebrity-style tours, and a popular stop for international visitors.
The Getty Center
A beautiful museum with art, gardens, architecture, and city views from the hills above Los Angeles.
The Grove & Farmers Market
Shopping, dining, and entertainment in a central Los Angeles location near museums and Hollywood.
Downtown Los Angeles
Visit Grand Central Market, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Crypto.com Arena, museums, restaurants, and event venues.
Family-Friendly Attractions Near Los Angeles
Many families visiting Los Angeles combine city sightseeing with theme parks, museums, beaches, and day trips. If your group has children, luggage, strollers, snacks, beach gear, or booster seats, a 12 passenger van or high roof van may be more comfortable than filling every seat in a 15 passenger van.
Disneyland Resort
Located in Anaheim, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure are among the most requested destinations for families and groups.
Knott's Berry Farm
A popular theme park in Buena Park, often combined with Anaheim, Disneyland, and Orange County trips.
Aquarium of the Pacific
Located in Long Beach near the waterfront, cruise terminals, restaurants, and family attractions.
California Science Center
A great educational stop for school groups, families, and youth groups visiting Los Angeles.
Natural History Museum
Located near Exposition Park, the museum is a good option for kids, students, and educational trips.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
A major amusement park north of Los Angeles, popular for youth groups, school trips, and thrill seekers.
Sports, Concerts & Entertainment Venues
Los Angeles is also a major destination for sports teams, concerts, festivals, and entertainment events. If your group is traveling to an event, check parking rules and vehicle height restrictions before arrival, especially if you plan to rent a high roof van.
SoFi Stadium
Located near LAX and Inglewood, popular for NFL games, concerts, and major events.
Dodger Stadium
A classic Los Angeles sports venue for baseball fans and group outings.
Crypto.com Arena
Home to major sports, concerts, and entertainment events in Downtown Los Angeles.
Intuit Dome
A major Inglewood entertainment and basketball venue near LAX and SoFi Stadium.
BMO Stadium
Popular for soccer, concerts, and events near Exposition Park.
Hollywood Bowl
One of the most famous outdoor music venues in Southern California.
Beaches & Coastal Destinations
Southern California beach trips are one of the best reasons to rent a passenger van. Groups often need space for towels, coolers, chairs, luggage, surfboards, strollers, and beach bags. Plan extra time for beach parking during summer, weekends, and holidays.
Santa Monica
Beach, pier, dining, shopping, and sunset views.
Venice Beach
Boardwalk, skate park, shops, and beach culture.
Manhattan Beach
A cleaner, quieter beach destination close to LAX.
Hermosa Beach
Great for groups wanting restaurants, beach activities, and nightlife.
Huntington Beach
Surf City USA, popular for families and Orange County trips.
Laguna Beach
Beautiful coastal views, art galleries, beaches, and scenic drives.
Popular Day Trips from Los Angeles
Many travelers use Los Angeles as the starting point for a larger Southern California or Western U.S. road trip. A passenger van can be very helpful when the group wants to travel together and keep luggage in one vehicle.
San Diego
Beaches, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, Old Town, and Tijuana border-area travel.
Palm Springs
Desert resorts, golf trips, events, Coachella Valley, and Joshua Tree access.
Santa Barbara
Coastal day trip with beaches, dining, wineries, and scenic views.
Big Bear Lake
Mountain scenery, cabins, lake activities, and winter trips.
Las Vegas
One of the most common long-distance routes for groups leaving Los Angeles.
Grand Canyon
Often combined with Las Vegas, Phoenix, Sedona, or longer road trips.
How Many Days Do You Need in Los Angeles?
1 Day Highlights
Hollywood, Griffith Observatory, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach are popular choices for a quick Los Angeles visit.
3 Day Vacation
Day 1 for Hollywood and beaches, Day 2 for Disneyland or Universal Studios, and Day 3 for museums, sports, or coastal areas.
7 Day Road Trip
Combine Los Angeles with Anaheim, San Diego, Palm Springs, Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, or San Francisco depending on your travel plan.
Why Rent a Passenger Van for Los Angeles Attractions?
Los Angeles is a large city, and attractions are spread across many areas. A passenger van can help your group move together, reduce the need for multiple rental cars, keep luggage together, and simplify airport, hotel, cruise port, and theme park travel.
- Keep family, friends, teams, or students together in one vehicle.
- Useful for airport arrivals with luggage and strollers.
- Helpful for Disneyland, Universal Studios, beaches, and day trips.
- Better coordination for sports teams, school trips, and church groups.
- High roof and 12 passenger options may provide better luggage comfort.
Recommended Vehicle Options
The best van depends on your group size, luggage, and route. Here are the most common choices:
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