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Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Dr, Los Angeles, CA
by Hilton 
Headed to the West Coast? Los Angeles is home to amazing theme parks, unique sightseeing opportunities, and lots of outdoor adventures. Follow TravelSkoot’s list of the best family-oriented activities in and around Los Angeles, and get ready for some bigtime L.A. bonding with your brood.
Experience the wonders of nature right here in Los Angeles! With everything from a state-of-the-art orangutan exhibit to exotic native plants, the Los Angeles Zoo actively participates in the conservation of wild animals. Be sure to check the calendar of events for volunteer opportunities or special exhibits during your visit. The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens works to nurture wildlife and enrich the human experience, so get connected to your wild side!
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Declared a historic-cultural landmark in 1968, the Grauman's Chinese Theatre is one of the most famous theaters in entertainment history. Fans flock to the theater's red-carpet events to try to catch a glimpse of their favorite celebrities. Enriched with a unique Hollywood history, the theater immortalizes the brightest stars with their handprints, footprints and autographs laid in the cement. Grauman's Chinese Theatre is the crown jewel of Hollywood, having hosted the Academy Awards and numerous movie premieres.
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If you are a movie buff or television fanatic, you will want to call ahead and make a reservation for the Paramount Pictures Studio Tour when you are in Los Angeles. Walk in the footsteps of legends at Hollywood’s only classic studio! Your two hour guided tour of Paramount is both educational and historical as you go behind the gates and witness up close the daily operations of a major motion picture and television facility.
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Come to the La Brea Tar Pits and experience a world that existed 10,000 to 40,000 years ago. Learn about the saber-toothed tiger and the giant wooly mammoth and how they once roamed Los Angeles during the last Ice Age. Get an in-depth look at the history of the La Brea Tar Pits and how they trapped and preserved animals over the years. Current information about the 100 "pits" or excavation sites, will give you a scientific look into the discovery of the fossils held here at this infamous fossil facility.
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Sit back, relax and take in the sights of Los Angeles on a Starline Tour. Jump on board to experience some of the city's most popular tours, such as the "Movie Stars' Homes Tour" and the "Grand Tour of Los Angeles." Double-decker buses and trolleys make for easy transport around the city. Starline also provides pick-up and drop-off service at most major hotels in the greater Los Angeles area.
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With more than 1200 guest rooms, The Hilton Los Angeles Airport is the largest hotel in the LA area, providing guests with superb accommodations and services, such as a complimentary shuttle to LAX Airport, conveniently located just a quarter mile away. Beautiful meeting spaces provide the perfect setting for any event, while the hotel's outdoor garden area is suitable for more relaxed functions. During your stay, unwind by the outdoor pool and whirlpool or take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center. At night, choose from four tasty dining options, including The Café, The Bistro, Andiamo, and Landings Bar. All this will make your stay at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport one to remember.
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