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West Hollywood Neighborhood Guide

Discover Things to Do in WeHo

It may be part of Los Angeles, but West Hollywood (WeHo) is an independent city in its own right. And there’s no better place to stay than right on the iconic Sunset Strip, situated next to famous Beverly Hills and some of the world’s largest entertainment companies. Upscale and chic, AKA West Hollywood puts you just minutes away from the best things to do in WeHo, while still providing easy access to other LA hot spots. Explore our neighborhood guide below, and if you’re a resident with us, simply stop by the Resident Services desk for reservations, recommendations, and insider tips.

Where to Eat in West Hollywood

Steps from your suite, newly-opened Tesse Restaurant at 8500 Sunset Boulevard features a curated menu of casual French cuisine. For a quintessentially romantic Los Angeles dining experience, head to Cavatina at the Sunset Marquis. At Eveleigh Restaurant, a menu of farm-to-table plates are inspired by European country cooking. Don’t miss the fresh heirloom tomatoes and burrata, spinach and feta, or crispy farro salad. 

Tesse Restaurant

8500 Sunset Boulevard

Cavatina

The Sunset Marquis, 200 Alta Loma Road

Eveleigh Restaurant

8752 Sunset Boulevard

Ysabel

945 N Fairfax Avenue

Shopping in West Hollywood

The low-slung buildings of Sunset Plaza create a unique setting in the urban fabric of West Hollywood. Spend an afternoon shopping at Badgley Mischka, Oliver Peoples, and Zadig & Voltaire. Fred Segal’s flagship store is located just steps from AKA West Hollywood, as is popular streetwear brand KITH.

Sunset Plaza

8623 Sunset Boulevard

Fred Segal

8500 Sunset Boulevard

KITH

8500 Sunset Boulevard

West Hollywood Museums and Art Galleries

The expansive Pacific Design Center (PDC) is the epicenter of the design community in West Hollywood. Explore lectures, screenings, and exhibitions. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the Greystone Mansion, a Tudor Revival mansion built in 1928. Considered to be one of California’s most luxurious residences after the Hearst Castle, the mansion’s staircase is one of the most famous sets in Hollywood.

Pacific Design Center

8687 Melrose Avenue

Greystone Mansion

905 Loma Vista Drive

Outdoor Activities in West Hollywood

Don’t miss the views from Runyon Canyon Park, famous for its landmark hiking trails and sweeping Los Angeles city views. Griffith Park and Observatory are also nearby and offer some of the city’s most iconic vistas. Enjoy a tranquil stroll through LA County Arboretum, or take in a performance at Hollywood Bowl, an outdoor amphitheatre featuring a sensational lineup of the hottest performers.

Runyon Canyon Park

2000 N. Fuller Avenue

Hollywood Bowl

2301 N. Highland Avenue

LOCAL ACTIVITIES AND POINTS OF INTEREST

AKA West Hollywood
8500 West Sunset Boulevard, California, 90069, USA
Phone: 310.626.0888

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