Situated in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains lies the Getty Center — a 110-acre complex that houses an impressive collection of pre-20th century European art. The architecture of the museum pavilions, the courtyard gardens, and the incredible views of Los Angeles can be considered art in themselves, and should not be missed.

The topographical layout of Los Angeles consists in ocean coastline, rugged mountains and everything in between the two. Covering the landscape of the city are native forms of plant life such as Coast Live Oak, California poppy, matilija poppy and toyon.