The rich Hispanic heritage of Los Angeles can be celebrated every day on Olvera Street, the birthplace of the City of Angels. Located in downtown, the village is made up of 27 historic buildings and a traditional Mexican plaza. Enjoy colorful shops offering traditional Mexican wares, authentic cuisine, strolling Mariachis, and dance performances by Aztec Indians.

The California sun has made owning one of the many homes with private pools in Los Angeles popular. Though easy to spend all your time by the pool, check out the La Brea Tar Pits to get in touch with the geological history of this area.