Right in the heart of Olvera St, sits the Avila Adobe, which holds the record for being the oldest house in Los Angeles. It was built in 1818 and is open and free for the public to visit every day. It doesn’t take more than 15-20 minutes to see, but it is worth the stop […]
Historical Structures
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is a historic church located in the heart of Downtown LA. It is close to many of the main attractions like the Walt Disney Concert Hall and The Broad, and it is a beautiful, free place to check out. Here is all the information if you want […]
Point Mugu Missile Park in Oxnard
Point Mugu Missile Park is one of the most unique parks I have been to in Southern California. Where you would expect to see a field of grass with structures for children to play on, this park has a collection of planes and missiles all arranged for you to walk around and explore. It’s a […]
Galco’s Old World Grocery & Soda in Los Angeles
Galco’s Old World Grocery is one of the most fun places I have been in Los Angeles in a while. This small grocery store serves up nostalgia like nowhere else. Its aisles are chocked full of old sodas, vintage candies, and even a machine where you can make your own soda from the plethora of […]
The Pilgrim Boat & Ocean Institute in Dana Point
Unfortunately, The Pilgrim Boat was damaged in 2020, and it may not be able to be recovered. The Ocean Institue is still a great spot to explore though. One of Dana Point’s claims to fame is the Tall Ships Festival that happens every year, and that brings in some large old boats to the harbor. […]