I had such a fun time visiting my sister in LA this past March! This was my second time visiting Los Angeles and it was mainly to be able to spend time with my sister who has lived there for the past 3 years. I definitely did a lot more “touristy” type things on my first visit so if you want to check out that blog post as well for my ideas you totally can! We squeezed in a trip to Malibu and Ojai as well which I will be sharing full blog posts on soon, but we were still able to do quite a few LA things which I wanted to share with you guys in this post!

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Where To Go

Melrose Trading Post

If you are visiting Los Angeles on a Sunday and you love vintage, then you have to check out Melrose Trading Post! It’s an open air market with a plethora of vendors selling vintage clothing, home goods, collectibles, and antiques. Rocio and I had so much fun browsing but didn’t buy anything because everything was so pricey lol, but I loved browsing through all of the amazing vintage clothing! We spent several hours here but you could easily shop there all day! Tickets are $7 and they do have valet parking if you can’t find street parking nearby.

Address:  7850 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

The Row DTLA

This was such a cool spot to check out in downtown Los Angeles for unique shopping and dining! The Row DTLA is a massive commercial development with offices, restaurants, shops, bars, and events spaces. My sister and I stopped by to check it out and we also got our nails done at Powder Beauty. We both got a luxurious manicure and pedicure with the prettiest floral foot bath and even rose! We also happened upon a beauty pop up event for Innisfree and picked up a ton of samples!

Address: 777 S Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Lake Hollywood Park

My sister Rocio used to bring the twins she nannied to this park so she really wanted to take me here! Lake Hollywood Park is located in the Hollywood Hills right beneath the famous Hollywood Sign which makes the view from this park super cool. There were a lot of families and people playing with their dogs at the park as well as tourists checking out the views. Rocio snapped a few photos/videos for me here while we enjoyed the park for an hour or so before heading to our brunch spot for the morning.

Address: 3160 Canyon Lake Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Melrose Ave

We headed to Melrose for a lovely brunch at Coffee For Sasquatch on Melrose after visiting Lake Hollywood Park. Rocio had to leave for work so I worked remotely from Coffee For Sasquatch before heading to a lip filler appointment at Vivant Aesthetics which was just a few blocks down from the coffee shop. If you are interested in that, check out my blog post here all about getting lip filler at Vivant. Afterwards I checked out this cool vintage shop American Vintage. Years ago when Rocio and I visited Los Angeles, we did a full day of checking out shops and murals on Melrose (check out that blog post here), so if you love those things then you will definitely want to spend some time on the famous Melrose Ave!

Silver Lake

Silver Lake is a fun, trendy neighborhood in Los Angeles to explore. On the day I explored Silver Lake, Rocio and I had coffee at Alfred Coffee in the morning before she had to leave for work again. Luckily for me, there were several adorable boutiques located on the corner this coffee shop was on so I had plenty to explore before she was able to join me again. The shops photographed above are Clare V., Supergoodie, and Kamp. She also drove me around the Silver Lake reservoir so I could at least see it, which I know is very popular spot for the residents in the area to exercise/hang out at.

Address: 3337 1/2 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Venice Beach

On our last full day together in Los Angeles, Rocio and I were supposed to head to Laguna Beach but the rain was so bad in March when I visited that we decided it would be best to stay in LA instead so we headed to Venice Beach and popped into boutiques on Abbot Kinney. Afterwards, Rocio took some photos of me on the beach, really quickly because it was freezing!

Address: 1107 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291

Roadtrip To Malibu

I decided to include this suggestion in my blog post for those that are staying in Los Angeles for a longer time and maybe have the time to squeeze a road trip to Malibu. If you do, I would highly suggest it! It is so beautiful there, I wish we could have stayed longer. While in Malibu, we checked out El Matador Beach and Point Dume, both of which were absolutely stunning! It was super easy to park at El Matador Beach because they had a big parking lot which you paid to park in. Point Dume was a bit trickier because they have a much smaller parking strip although once we got down to the beach there we realized there was another big parking lot there that we didn’t know about so I suggest doing more research if you plan on heading there! Check out my Malibu blog post here.

Where To Eat

Rykn Cafe

This incredibly beautiful Japanese cafe, Rykn Cafe, is located in the Los Angeles Arts District. They serve coffee, matcha, sake, wine, and dishes like bowls, toasts, and bento boxes. The interiors make you feel like you are in a Japanese tea garden from the tree in the center of the space to the giant rock table feature. With plenty of seating, this is a great spot to visit with friends, especially for those looking for a unique dining experience in Los Angeles!

Address: 710 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Coffee For Sasquatch

We loved this modern and quirky coffee shop located on Melrose Ave, Coffee For Sasquatch! With beautiful interiors, plenty of seating, and amazing pastries & coffee, it’s the perfect spot to grab coffee with a friend or work remotely. The location is amazing for tourists as well because there is so much to do and see on Melrose. Our savory and sweet pastries were delicious and my latte was perfection. Rocio and I definitely plan on coming back!

Address: 7020 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Alfred Coffee (Silver Lake)

Before exploring in Silver Lake, my sister and I stopped by the Alfred Coffee location there for coffee and breakfast! We each had the breakfast burrito which was so delicious, I definitely recommend it, and we both loved our vanilla lattes. They have a little patio with seating which was super cute and we really enjoyed getting to eat our breakfast outside. There are several cute boutiques on the same street that I checked out afterwards. Alfred Coffee is actually a popular coffee chain with several locations all over Los Angeles so be sure to check them out!

Address: 3337 1/2 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Verve Coffee (Melrose)

I have been a fan of Verve Coffee for a long time now so I was so glad that we were able to visit not one, but two of their beautiful coffee shop locations in Los Angeles! The Melrose location Verve Coffee was probably my favorite out of the two we were able to visit, I just loved the space, the plants, and that beautiful long coffee bar. It was pouring rain while on this day of my visit with my sister Rocio which made it an extra cozy visit sitting inside sipping our lattes and enjoying our delicious sandwiches. Plus, it’s a great sized space with lot’s of seating inside and outside.

Address: 8925 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90069

Verve Coffee (West 3rd Ave)

We visited this Verve Coffee location for breakfast on the last day of my visit with my sister! I loved the vibes of this location as well and it also had a great flow with lot’s of seating, a beautiful coffee bar, and ton’s of natural light. Both of these locations were packed when we visited which is usually an indicator of how popular the spot is! We ordered the same sandwiches because we loved them so much and our lattes were divine as well.

Address: 8051 W. 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Guerilla Tacos

After visiting The ROW, we headed to headed to Guerilla Tacos for dinner in downtown Los Angeles. I am telling you guys, they had the tastiest, yummiest tacos with really unique flavors and combinations. We tried an array of tacos with virgin cocktails and each one was delicious! I also loved the industrial modern vibes and fun pops of color of the restaurant interiors. It was an amazing dinner spot, Rocio and I enjoyed it so much!

Address: 2000 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Where To Shop

Shop Kamp

I loved the concept of this boutique, Shop Kamp! They offer an amazing selection of wine, artisanal chocolates, unique snacks, fresh & dried florals, gifts, and more. You can even make your own gift boxes with your selections for loved ones! Whether you are shopping for yourself or gifts for friends & family, this shop has everything you need, plus the interiors and aesthetics are so cute.

Address:  3333 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Clare V.

Just around the corner from Kamp is another amazing boutique, Clare V. In this beautiful shop, you will find handbags, accessories, and apparel design by Clare Vivier which are actually made in Los Angeles! Her pieces have such a cool, modern vibe to them that stands out. They have an amazing social media presence and I’ve been a fan of the brand for awhile so it was so fun getting to check out the shop in LA.

Address: 3339 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Supergoodie

Located right next door to Clare V. is this amazing curated vintage boutique Supergoodie which I am so glad I popped in to! They also carry modern, second hand and new pieces in addition to vintage so there is definitely something for every style. The shop had such an amazing vibe and aesthetic and the owner was so sweet as well! I definitely recommend checking out this shop if you are in the area.

Address: 3734 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026

Bazar

I couldn’t find a website or social media for this shop but it’s one you won’t want to miss while exploring Venice Beach! This shop had everything I love in it from woven baskets & bags to hats, blankets, candles and more. I also love the artisanal ethnic vibes of all of the pieces in the shop. Bazar is an amazing to boutique to shop for yourself or a loved one for something unique!

Address: 1108C Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291

The Great

The aesthetic of this shop, The Great, is just impeccable! The shop has a casual, American vintage aesthetic with a touch of coastal charm. From their women’s wear collection to their curated selection of home decor finds and more there is something in this shop for everyone, especially if you value quality. With 3 locations in Los Angeles, this shop is a must visit!

Address: 8575 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069

General Admission

This unique clothing boutique, General Admission, offers a curated selection of casual shirts, shorts, footwear, and accessories for men! I love the cool, modern vibes of the shop’s selection as well as the bright and beautiful interiors of the space. It has a very elevated feel and the brand’s core values of community, optimism, and humanity are very inspiring!

Address: 1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd Ste 2, Venice, CA 90291

Flannel

This dreamy shop with Australian roots located right in the center of Abbot Kinney, Flannel, offers a beautiful range of women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. With classic and contemporary finds, their pieces have a timeless, carefree, and intentional feel to them and I love the feminine vibes of their curated selection.

Address: 1223 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291

Where To Stay

If you are looking for a unique hotel experience in Los Angeles then look no further! The beautiful Hotel June has such a chic aesthetic, an amazing swim club & restaurant, coffee shop, valet car service, and it’s located near the LAX airport. My sister Rocio and I stayed there for a night while I was visiting her this past spring and we absolutely loved it! I’m obsessed with the design aesthetic and I have to say, as a former interior designer, this boutique hotel hands down has my favorite interiors of all the hotels I’ve stayed at. Totally my style! Read more about our stay at Hotel June in this blog post.

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I hope you guys enjoyed this blog post and found it helpful! I can’t wait to go back to LA again. Comment down below if you have any suggestions I missed that you want to share with everyone! <3

XOXO