Paddle Boarding & Surfing

Picture lush Alhambra-like manicured gardens with rushing fountains, traditional Japanese scenes with bridges and koi ponds, and formal Italian-esque lawns lined with Roman statues.

The steep, green Santa Monica Mountains stretch from Malibu all the way to downtown Los Angeles with surprisingly quick access to the wilderness.

This architectural icon designed by Frank Gehry is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra (LA Phil).