Top rated Scenic spots in Los Angeles, United States to elevate your visit (Updated March, 2024)

Top rated Scenic spots in Los Angeles

Experience the best that Los Angeles has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 60 places from Scenic spot category.

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Eagle Rock

Scenic spot

👍👍 I started at the parking next to GreenLeaf Canyon, then headed up to Eagle Rock. It took my 4 hours in total to go back and fourth but it was all worth it. The drive going to Topanga State Park left me speech as it was driving around the mountain as you got higher you got to see the whole city aroun...

4.90 (189 reviews) (~30.81 km from centre)

Bluff Cove Lookout

Scenic spot

👍👍 We didn’t have to hike although there is a few trails around this location that we will visit soon!! We just parked and took a few steps to get this view which was great! It was a very relaxing feeling and good ending to the weekend.

4.90 (74 reviews) (~32.51 km from centre)

Rim of the World

Scenic spot

👍👍 I love the drive and scenery here everyday! Rim of the world is my neighborhood! Bad day or not the beauty always eases me and makes me smile.

4.90 (38 reviews) (~91.09 km from centre)

Point Dume

Tourist attraction

Tranquil coastal area featuring trails & rocky coves, plus blufftop views of Santa Catalina Island.

4.80 (6.9K reviews) (~52.27 km from centre)

Inspiration Point

Scenic spot

Small observation point, popular at sunset, offering benches & a panoramic ocean view.

4.80 (3.3K reviews) (~61.71 km from centre)

Wisdom Tree

Scenic spot

A steep, short hike leads to this unique, lone-standing tree & sweeping views of Los Angeles.

4.80 (979 reviews) (~12.3 km from centre)

Point Vicente Lighthouse

Scenic spot

Navigation facility with monthly open days for WWII history & ghost stories at the onsite museum.

4.80 (734 reviews) (~37.98 km from centre)

Millard Falls

Park

👍👍 Unexpected fun find. Don't forget your adventure parking pass, you'll need it. It's pet friendly. If you park towards the top of the mountain the trailhead will be apx 100 yards away. Keep an eye out for the Millard Falls sign and follow. Eventually you'll arrive at the Millard campground (great spo...

4.80 (438 reviews) (~20.58 km from centre)

Falcon 9 First Stage B1019

Scenic spot

👍👍 A good look at the Falcon reveals the awesome engineering that went into it. The landing struts are totally impressive. You must see Falcon up close. EZ access. Also check Mr. Musk's Hyperloop on same street. My friend Dwight in the picture said, "SpaceX is like Disney's Tomorrow Land only it's for...

4.80 (435 reviews) (~16.77 km from centre)

Sandy Dune

Scenic spot

👍👍 Most romantic place I’ve been with a friend who I have no interest in dating. Anyways, best sunset I’ve ever seen. I suggest having a picnic here with your significant other, the pictures speak for themselves.

4.80 (413 reviews) (~71.69 km from centre)

Roessler Point

Public beach

👍👍 Small hidden spot not many people know about, there's a small gazebo which serves as a great outlook overlooking the southbay all the way to Malibu. Great place to whale watch too.

4.80 (358 reviews) (~31.32 km from centre)

Inspiration Point Trailhead pop Mike and Aiden's snow spot

Hiking area

👍👍 Such a beautiful winter to enjoy in the snow. Breathtaking Panoramic views of the Los Angeles Forest

4.80 (322 reviews) (~60.42 km from centre)

San Vicente Mountain Park

Park

Scenic former missile launch site with a radar tower plus hiking, biking & horseback riding trails.

4.80 (290 reviews) (~26.29 km from centre)

Charmlee Wilderness Park

Park

This scenic 532-acre park features picnic areas, hiking trails & a nature center.

4.80 (204 reviews) (~58.43 km from centre)

Mormon Rocks Viewpoint

Scenic spot

4.80 (179 reviews) (~74.41 km from centre)

Charles & Lotte Melhorn Overlook

Scenic spot

👍👍 Nice place to watch the sunset and see the views of The Valley.

4.80 (150 reviews) (~19.59 km from centre)

Crystal Cove State Park Vista Point

Scenic spot

👍👍 The view does not disappoint after only a short hike from parking lot 1, or the northern most lot. Paths are mostly paved, and can be done with a stroller. Just be aware that there are hills, especially if going down to the beach. Also, the last bit to the observation platform does have stairs, and...

4.80 (112 reviews) (~66.13 km from centre)

Topanga Lookout

Scenic spot

4.80 (49 reviews) (~36.48 km from centre)

Cameron Nature Preserve at Puerco Canyon

Park

👍👍 If you have the ❤️‍🔥 your 👀's will be in for an exotic view🌄 I'm the type of person to not know when to turn back.. this trail taught me that once you've made it to the very top and the next trail transitions downward, it's pretty much time to head back (1 hour and 30min walk uphill and about the...

4.80 (32 reviews) (~44.25 km from centre)

Vista Hermosa Natural Park, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority

Park

Trails lead to picnic areas, grassy fields, a pond/waterfall, city view overlooks & a playground.

4.70 (2.2K reviews) (~1.59 km from centre)

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Top rated Scenic spots in Los Angeles, United States