Even though the holiday season has come to an end, there’s still a lot of fun to be had in winter in LA. Don’t let the cooler, wetter, cloudier weather bring you down! Instead, spend time doing activities that are perfect for the winter months. Below are some entertaining activities to make sure you get the most out of LA in the winter.
Take a Private, Luxury Tour of Los Angeles
There’s so much to do in LA, and a guided tour is a great way to see a lot, get the lay of the land, and learn interesting facts along the way. Tour du Jour is the premier private tour company in LA. They provide guests with first-class service and because the tours are private, you’ll get the undivided attention of your tour guide. These professional, friendly, and knowledgeable guides know the city’s major attractions as well as the hidden treasures often overlooked by visitors. You can customize your itinerary to suit your schedule and interests while traveling discreetly in one of their luxury vehicles. You’ll even be able to visit places that prohibit larger tour groups! Tour du Jour is the first choice for private tours for many of LA’s finest hotels and they consistently earn the highest ratings on TripAdvisor. They are sure to make your winter in LA an unforgettable experience.
Whale Watching
Winter in LA is the best time of the year to go whale watching because gray whales migrate from November through April. The majestic animals swim the coastline from the icy-cold water in Alaska’s Bering Sea to the warmer waters of Scammon’s Lagoon in the Baja Peninsula in Mexica. Then they turn around and return to the northern waters. The Los Angeles Yacht Charter offers private whale-watching boat rentals
Go to a Museum During Winter in LA
There are nearly 100 museums in LA, so you can fill the winter months investigating everything from art and history to illusions and battleships. Some of the top museums to visit in LA are the Museum of Contemporary Art which has three locations and primarily American and European contemporary art created after 1940; the Architecture and Design Musem which promotes an awareness of progressive architecture and design in everyday life; and the Page Museum (a.k.a La Brea Tar Pits) where you can experience the Ice Age.
Hike to the Hollywood Sign
While you can hike to the Hollywood sign any time of year, doing so in the winter months offers a special treat. Sunsets are most vivid during winter in LA because the humidity is lower and the air is cleaner, leaving fewer particles to wash out colors in the sunsets. Also, since the Earth spins closer to the sun in winter, the angle makes the sunset colors last longer.
See a Theatre or Opera Performance
Winter in LA is the perfect time to escape the elements outdoors and be comfortable and entertained while watching a live concert, Broadway show, or opera performance. With a multitude of concert halls and venues, you’re sure to find a show you’ll love.
