With 22 blocks designated as a National Register Historic District, Old Pasadena features restored late 19th and early 20th-century architecture. “Old Pas,” as locals affectionately call it, offers open-air shopping plazas, hidden laneways, and a lively strip of retailers and restaurants along the main drag, Colorado Boulevard.

Only minutes from the venue, this is a great place to eat, shop, and explore Pasadena's unique charm.

Located only a few miles from our wedding venue, the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens is a research and cultural center surrounded by 120 acres of stunning gardens. For film lovers, it's been featured in several hit movies and shows, including The Good Place and Parks and Recreation.

A public observatory in Los Angeles, Griffith Observatory has been featured in many movies, from 'Rebel Without a Cause' to 'La La Land'. Nestled on Mount Hollywood, Griffith Observatory boasts some of the best views of the city—the best time to visit is at sunset. Inside, the observatory offers quite the experience as well—it has a planetarium, various exhibits, free-to-use telescopes, and more. Admission is free.

The Broad is a contemporary art museum on Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles. The museum is designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro and offers free general admission.

The museum is home to the 2,000 works of art in the Broad collection, which is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide.

As an added bonus, the iconic Disney Hall is located next door.

The Getty Center in Los Angeles is an astounding place to spend a day marveling at world-class art and relaxing in beautifully manicured gardens. Take the tram up to this lavish postmodern complex, which houses a sprawling museum featuring masterpieces by the likes of Van Gogh, Monet, and Cezanne. You can also enjoy superb views of the city from the Cactus Garden, and savor a contemporary menu at the center's restaurant.

Only a few miles from Pasadena, visit Hogwarts, Nintendoland, and other Universal properties and rides at this family-friendly amusement park.

For adventure lovers, Angeles National Forest features an array of day hikes and trails in the mountain wilderness surrounding the Los Angeles Basin. Highlights include hikes to Echo Mountain and the Switzer Falls.

Please find the provided website for trail information and safety requirements.

This hundred-year-old wooden pier offers great views of the bay, Santa Monica beach, and the surrounding mountains.

As one of the most famous wharfs in the L.A. area, there are plenty of eateries, souvenir shops, street performers and things to do—don't miss the adjoining amusement park, which features a giant Ferris wheel, arcade, and other family-friendly rides.

A little like visiting Times Square, spot your favorite Hollywood stars among more than 2,700 plaques lining the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street. Take an obligatory photo with the five-pointed brass stars, honoring accomplished personalities of the entertainment industry.

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