Los Angeles on a budget: 3 Days/2 Nights for under $420

Los Angeles on a Budget

Planning a budget friendly vacation to Los Angeles can be a challenging task. Los Angeles is known for its glitz, glamour, and high-end entertainment, but its also possible to have a fun and memorable trip without breaking the bank.  With some research and planning, you can enjoy a 3-day, 2-night cvacation in Los Angeles that includes affordable lodging, delicious food options and entertaining activities. 

 

Lodging:

One of the most important factors in planning a budget friendly vacation is finding affordable lodging.  Fortunately, there are many options for budget-friendly hotels and hostels in Los Angeles.  The Hollywood Hotel is a great otions for travelers on a budget.  This hotel offers affordable rates and located in walking distance to many attractions, including the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Universal Studios.

 

Another great option for budget friendly lodging is the Freehand Los Angeles.  This trendy hotel offers a unique hostel-style exerience, with shared rooms starting at just $45 per night.  The Freehand also offers a rooftop pool and bar, making it a great place to relax and enjoy the California Sunshine.

 

Food:

Los Angeles is known of its diverse food scene and there are many delicious options for budget friendly meals.  One great otion is the Grand Central Market.  This indoor food hall offers a wide variety of food options including taco, ramne and pizza all at affordable prices. 

 

Another great option is In-n-Out Burger.  This popular fast food chain is a California staple, and their burgers are both delicious and affrodable.  A classic cheeseburger and fried will set you back a few dollars.

 

For a sweet treat, head to Milk Bar LA.  This bakery offers unique dessert, such as cereal milk soft serve and crack pie, all at affordable prices. 

 

Entertainment:

Los Angeles offers a wide cariety of entertainment options, many of which are budget friendly.  One great otion is the Griffith Observatory Admissionto the observatory is free and visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and stars.

 

Another great option is the Getty Center. Admission to the museum is free and visitors can enjoy beautiful art and architecture.

 

For a fun outdoor activity, head to the Venice Boardwalk.  This iconic boardwalk offers a lively atmosphere with street performers and vendors selling a varietyof itmes.  Visitors can also rent bikes or rollerblades to explore the area.

 

If you’re looking for a unique and affordable exerience, head to the Echo Park Lake.  This park offers pedal boat rentals, which is a fun way to explore the lake and enjoy the sunshine.

 

One of the best ways to see the city in on a bus tour.  We recommend checking out The Weed Bus Los Angeles. 

 

 

 

Duration
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Winery & Grow Bus Tour

Available as a Weekly Bus Tour or Self-Guided Tours Daily.
Winter Bus Schedule: Friday and Saturday at 11am

Exploring the sites and history of downtown Los Angeles. Through the 1920s, Los Angeles was the largest producer of wine in the country. From Orange County to the Hollywood Hills, wine grapes and wineries made up 80% of the land. Tour one of the oldest and longest running wineries, complete with flight of wine on bus. This family owned and operated business is a hit with our guests and their wines are amazing! Come learn how this winery survived and thrived during prohibition.

Next up, get a behind the scenes tour of Los Angeles's greatest boutique cannabis grow and retail operations. This tour will pull back the curtain on indoor growing and get you within inches of the plants. We guarantee these pictures will get the HIGHEST amount of likes on social media!

Complete your tour with an optional stop at LA Live and try one of their many restaurants including Cortez, Fixing Soul, Flemings, Katsuya and many more.

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Winery & Grow Self Driving Tour

Explore the heart of Los Angeles at your own pace with our Self-Guided Downtown LA Driving Tour App! Starting daily at 11 AM, 1 PM, or 3 PM, this tour takes you through iconic sights and hidden gems in the city of angels. Dive into the best local experiences, from shopping, tasting award-winning wines at a local winery tour to swinging by the legendary Dodger Stadium and the Staples Center. Sites as seen on TV and Film including Netflix. Savor flavors at a must-try food stop and discover LA’s renowned cannabis culture with a stop at a top dispensary. Perfect for newcomers and locals alike—let’s hit the road and experience LA in style!

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
no limit

Friday Movie Set Bus Tour

Weed Bus presents our most popular Movie Set Tour! This premier film set tour will take you around the famous film sites of Historic Downtown and South Central Los Angeles.  You and your crew will board our luxurious friendly party bus with a group of other movie fans, weed heads and LA sightseers while we drive around Downtown and South Central.  

Meet us conveniently downtown by Crypto.com Arena. (Formally the Staples Center) We also finish here which gives you great post tour options at LA LIVE, The Grammys Museum, Grand Central Market and so much more!
First, we’ll stop at one of LA’s top downtown dispensaries so you can stock up. Choose from their massive selection of flower, vapes, edibles, drinks—you name it. (Ever tried a THC-infused margarita or Fireball?!) 

Then, we’ll roll over to Craig’s house…and maybe see what Mrs. Parker’s up to. You will have an opportunity to take pictures at the Friday Houses. With your mind freshly stimulated, we’ll drive you around the neighborhood on way to Boyz N the Hood Houses, Crenshaw and Slauson, The Marathon Store (Closed) Fast and Furious sites and more.  Win big with Friday Trivia and our fan favorite Blunt Rolling Competition! 

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Movie Set Tour
Duration
4 hours
Group Size
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Movie Set Self Driving Tour

Complete this four hour drive on your own time in your own car!
Purchase a pass, gas up the car and download the app to get started.

South Central Movie Scavenger Hunt: LA’s Ultimate Hood Tour App

Step into iconic scenes from your favorite movies and TV shows with *South Central Movie Scavenger Hunt*! Discover the heart of South Central LA as you’re guided through legendary filming spots from *Friday*, *Boyz n the Hood*, *Insecure*, *Baby Boy*, and so much more. This self-guided tour app combines adventure with trivia, sending you on a scavenger hunt that dives into the history and culture behind each location. Challenge your friends or go solo to solve clues, complete games, and unlock stories that bring LA’s hood to life. Ready to walk in the footsteps of Hollywood legends? Download and start exploring!

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