While much of a Los Angeles holiday can be planned online from the comfort of your own home - everything from booking flights and accommodation to organising sights to see and events to attend - one of the hardest things to plan ahead for is how to get around the city.
A rental car can usually be arranged beforehand and even though you may not know the California streets many rental vehicles now come equipped with GPS. If your particular model has no GPS, there are many vendors selling maps of the city - some with attractions and stars' homes already highlighted for you - so you can still find your way around. UK travellers are reminded to drive on the right hand side of the road but once that becomes familiar your destinations are unlimited.
The American freeway system allows drivers to quickly get around the city and out to nearby places but be sure to plan ahead or you may find yourself stuck in heavily bogged down traffic making its daily commute to or from work.
As well as the well known car rental agencies there are many independent renting companies to be found on the outskirts of airports. They regularly offer lower prices but their selection is often smaller and contains cars which may not be as new as those in the bigger firms' collections.
While many people like the extra freedom afforded by being able to go wherever they want to drive, others prefer to save their money on what is seen as one of the easiest expenses to drop from a holiday.
Buses connect every aspect of the city meaning tourists can step out of their Los Angeles hotels<a/> and quickly find public transport to their desired location. Buses are certainly slower than driving yourself but you can rest assured knowing that your driver will not get lost while you're also spared the frustration of trying to find a parking spot.
Rail links are also well developed in LA. Union Station is the hub for trains and even if you're not planning to get aboard, the station itself is a sight worth visiting. Union Station is the quickest way to get to and from the main international airport - LAX - so many foreign visitors find themselves gazing in awe at the Art Deco stylings of the station. The station also has links to Los Angeles' underground service and although this can be the best option for short journeys, its routes are severely limited. Plan ahead, though, and it could be perfect for your needs.
Travellers to Los Angeles needn't fear about travelling around the city as public transport covers every spot of ground while the more independent-minded tourists will find it easy to get themselves a car for their trip.
A rental car can usually be arranged beforehand and even though you may not know the California streets many rental vehicles now come equipped with GPS. If your particular model has no GPS, there are many vendors selling maps of the city - some with attractions and stars' homes already highlighted for you - so you can still find your way around. UK travellers are reminded to drive on the right hand side of the road but once that becomes familiar your destinations are unlimited.
The American freeway system allows drivers to quickly get around the city and out to nearby places but be sure to plan ahead or you may find yourself stuck in heavily bogged down traffic making its daily commute to or from work.
As well as the well known car rental agencies there are many independent renting companies to be found on the outskirts of airports. They regularly offer lower prices but their selection is often smaller and contains cars which may not be as new as those in the bigger firms' collections.
While many people like the extra freedom afforded by being able to go wherever they want to drive, others prefer to save their money on what is seen as one of the easiest expenses to drop from a holiday.
Buses connect every aspect of the city meaning tourists can step out of their Los Angeles hotels<a/> and quickly find public transport to their desired location. Buses are certainly slower than driving yourself but you can rest assured knowing that your driver will not get lost while you're also spared the frustration of trying to find a parking spot.
Rail links are also well developed in LA. Union Station is the hub for trains and even if you're not planning to get aboard, the station itself is a sight worth visiting. Union Station is the quickest way to get to and from the main international airport - LAX - so many foreign visitors find themselves gazing in awe at the Art Deco stylings of the station. The station also has links to Los Angeles' underground service and although this can be the best option for short journeys, its routes are severely limited. Plan ahead, though, and it could be perfect for your needs.
Travellers to Los Angeles needn't fear about travelling around the city as public transport covers every spot of ground while the more independent-minded tourists will find it easy to get themselves a car for their trip.