Good, Cheap Eats in Los Angeles

Los Angeles may be a city that is known for the bling, the fanfare and the larger-than-life setting but make no mistake about it, it is still possible to find cheap eats in the downtown area, including places like Santa Monica Boulevard.

Here, we will rundown some great cheap eats that you can check out during your stay as recommended by our bus rental Los Angeles customers.

Eat this Cafe
Strategically-located at 6547, Santa Monica Blvd, LA in Hollywood neighborhood, Eat This Cafe is a popular choice for tourists and office workers alike. They are known as a breakfast and lunch eatery because they open from 10am to 8pm from Monday to Friday; 10am to 3pm and 4pm to 8pm on Saturday; and 10am to 4pm on Sunday.


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Page Museum at La Brea Tar Pits

You may have seen one too many replica of structures and bones in museums and other famous exhibits but here is your chance to see and learn about a real one now that you are at one of the world’s most famous fossil excavation site which has been digging out saber-toothed tigers, dire wolves, mammoths which dates back as far as 40,000.

The museum is largely a rather small one, just a point to note, just in case our bus charter Los Angeles customers were expecting to see a huge mansion-like, glistening building. No, that is not what you are going to get but is that a reason to give visiting this Los Angeles gem a miss? We think not. For some of us who have been to Page Museum when we were kids, it brings back tons of memories when we step back into the place. It makes us a little sad too because some visitors dumped rubbish into the tar pits. We would like to remind charter bus Los Angeles to leave the museum the very same way you found it when you arrived.

Weekdays are great times to visit as some foreign visitors might make their way here during the weekends and because of the size of the museum, can make things a little uncomfortable for little kids. You don’t need to spend a whole lot of time here because whatever that you can see and learn about can be done in right about half an hour. So, make this an interesting, short charter bus Los Angeles pit stop, enroute to another tourist attraction.

You can find loads of information about the history of Page Museum on the internet but we think that you ought to know that the piece of land, which originally measured up to four thousand and four hundred acres, was given to Antonio Jose Rocha in 1828. The only condition tied to the gift was that it was to be kept open so that local residents could extract as much asphalt as they needed for personal use. Hancock Park was the man who, in 1924, gave a part of the park to Los Angeles County with pretty much the same condition with the addition for it to be a fossil exhibition center (museum).

It’s funny that when they started excavating bones after bones, they thought that they belonged to dead animals like your ordinary chicken, stock or even larger animals like elephants and tigers. In 1901, popular geologists, W.W. Orcutt and F.M. Anderson started collecting them for years and discovered the bones were of some extinct animals, namely bison, camel, condor, mammoth, ground sloth, smilodon and coyote.

Since it isn’t a very large museum, we think it will be worth your time checking out this extraordinary charter bus Los Angeles landmark museum.

Autry National Center

Cowboys and their stories do not merely live on in movies, songs and books...they actually come alive at the Autry National Center which is a museum completely dedicated and committed to their mission of sharing and educating the general public and bus charter LA visitors about the diversity of American West. The people, the stories, the lives and perception of the American West is deeply appreciated right here in the Autry National Center.

In short, there are more than half a million different arts and discovered artifacts that are related to America’s West and history. The exhibitions includes self-initiated films, talks, fun festivals and of course, there are family-themed events as well. Please visit their website for more information on their updated programs which are suitable for even the young kids. We are sure the teenagers are going to enjoy learning up more about how the West worked. The museum is also, thankfully, strategically located in Griffith Park so that you can kill two birds with one stone during the visit.

For students who have their student cards with them, admission is merely $6 per person but the cost of entrance may change from time to time, depending on the time of the year.

If you are visiting during summer, be sure to head over to catch their Sizzling Summer Nights program during which the center provides bus charter LA visitors with a whole lineup of unique entertainment. Most of the time, during this year, an outdoor dance party is organized to help visitors learn more about the American culture, mingle with each other and make new friends along the way. It is also a wonderful opportunity for the center to introduce a whole lineup of new performers and rookie bands. If you want more out of the dance party, stay back after 6pm because that is when the drink bar is open and the fun really begins.

There are sometimes boxes of cowboy clothes in store for bus charter LA visitors so that they can play dress-up with the clothes and costumes and then take some fun pictures of them doing ‘cowboy-related’ activities. The fun video clips about how kids used to have fun back in the days is really educational and entertaining as well. The great part about Autry National Center is that you will never tire of visiting the place...they keep adding more and more activities at the center so that returning visitors will find something new and interesting to do each and every time they visit.

Discover Old is Gold - Nethercutt Museum

Fancy walking through a place that is filled with antique and classical cars from the 1910s right through to 1930s? Nethercutt Museum is home to about over 130 antique, classic and special interest automobiles - where else will you be able to find a place that houses so many of such cars? This place is definitely the place to go for car lovers - especially if you adore vintage, classical cars. So, gather your car lover friends and charter a bus to take all of you to this magnificent place.

If you have not heard of this place before, it simply is because this place is a well hidden gem in Los Angeles that many have yet to discover! But have no fear, though this may be a not so discovered yet place, any LA charter bus company drivers would know how to get their way here. The Nethercutt Museum is a self guided museum and is open from Tuesdays through Saturdays, from 9 in the morning till 4.30 in the afternoon.

One of the rules of the Nethercutt Museum is that if you intend to bring children, they must be by your side at all times and are expected to be well mannered, as the museum do not tolerate loud noises and children running around the museum. You are allowed to take photos or videos of the displays but food and beverage are a no-no inside. However, they do allow visitors to bring bottled water. At the Nethercutt Museum, there are a great range of cars to see - from the antique to the vintage to the classic right up to the post war eras! Other than cars, they also have antique furnishings plus many other collections that will intrigue you.

Right at the back of the Nethercutt Museum, you will find a 1937 Canadian Pacific Royal Hudson Locomotive that was built by Montreal Locomotive Works - a great proof to the awesome era of steam locomotive engineering.

Guided tours to the Nethercutt Collection are also available - but because the demand for the tour is really high, you will have to pre-book for a tour before you arrive in your chartered bus. Unfortunately, for this guided tour section, children under ten years of age are not allowed. Tours are on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 10 in the morning or 1.30 in the afternoon. Again, no food or beverage but bottled water is allowed.

Visiting Festivals in Southern California on a Charter Bus

Festivals and events are a great way to experience the culture of a region while on a charter bus visit. In diverse Southern California, there is an overwhelming list from which to choose. The Pasadena's Tournament of Roses with its diversity of cultures represented in the floats is a way to start off the new year. And county fairs provide a big and tasty slice of Southern California living. After that the selection is much more subjective. Perhaps a good place to start is following California's deepest roots, which tap into Native American and Mexican cultures, and then turning to the coast, a major attraction and culture in itself using a bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus chartered from Bus Charter Los Angeles.

A big part of Southern California's allure, along with Hollywood and Disney, are the beaches. Whether you are into the surf scene or sand castles, festivals and events at the beach provide opportunity to mingle and have fun with others when on a LA charter bus. One of the most eclectic events is the San Clemente Ocean Festival. Billed as “The Biggest Show on Surf,” its activities include a sandcastle contest, surf race, fishing derby, beach runs, a Woody car show, an ocean art show, and a family concert and barbecue. Having a good time is key at this laid back surf event where kids competing in the Grom's Rule surf contest are judged not only on surfing ability but on the amount of fun they are having and the size of their smiles.

This Old Town San Diego tradition is billed as the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration north of the border, and it just may be, packed as it is with entertainment, activities, tours, food and drink. The Old Town San Diego Festival's main location is outdoors, although charter buses take festival-goers to nearby participating places, such as the Natural History Museum. Music, including Latino Jazz, Latin a Go Go, Flamenco, classical and Mariachi, is performed on three stages. Exhibits range from horseback riding and fancy roping to low riders. There's a beer garden, tequila sampling and food vendors with Mexican and American fare. Kids' activities include arts and crafts, games, performing arts and even physical education as with the Indo board balance training.

Learn about Southern California's American Indian heritage at one of the region's many pow wows, such as the Southern California Indian Center Powwow at the Orange County Fairgrounds. The event offers charter bus visitors traditional powwow fare, authentic American Indian dancing, foods and arts and crafts. The pow wow also includes a toy and food drive and children's area. In the high desert, attend a pow wow, and if you like, camp at Mojave Regional Park. The Mother Earth's People Inter-tribal Council Traditional Annual Gathering Pow wow includes Native American dance, drumming and storytelling; a teepee village, vendors and a variety of cultural and nature workshops. Shade is provided by cottonwoods along the river that runs through the park, and children can chill in the “Water Park Saloon.”

Visiting Los Angeles and southern California at festival time has never been more fun that with a charter bus from Bus Charter Los Angeles. Grab a charter bus from Bus Charter Los Angeles today and have a fun filled and memorable time at southern California’s festivals.

Seeing Los Angeles in a Charter Bus

For charter bus visitors to Southern California, a visit to the area usually means Los Angeles and a stop in Hollywood to see Grauman's Chinese Theater as well as a stroll along Hollywood Boulevard to see the stars on the Walk of Fame. Charter bus visitors with children will inevitably end up at Disneyland in Anaheim. Although these well-known tourist destinations are must-sees, there are many other attractions in Southern California that the first-time visitor or frequent traveler shouldn't miss, and a great way of getting in and around Los Angeles is with a bus, charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus chartered from Bus Charter Los Angeles.

Los Angeles has long identified itself with the movie industry, and charter bus visitors should stop by Universal Studios in Hollywood, which calls itself "The Entertainment Capital of L.A." The 415-acre complex incorporates a shopping area, theme park and studio tour. The restored back lot reopened in May 2010 after a major fire in 2008 destroyed many of the original film and television sets. The venue is so large that it has its own zip code. Film theaters and a major concert venue are also part of complex of attractions. All of the attractions are open year-round and tickets are available at the venues.

Ontario is located within the Cucamonga Valley, a short charter bus ride away from Los Angeles, in one of California's oldest wine regions. While most small wineries and vineyards have disappeared since the region's wine business exploded more than 200 years ago, a few tasting rooms, vineyards and wine shops persist. One of the most widely known tasting rooms is the San Antonio Winery's Ontario Wine and Gift Shop. This is a satellite shop of the historical San Antonio Winery in Los Angeles. The Ontario wine shop offers three complimentary tastings per visit. Charter bus visitors to LA can purchase an artisan tasting and the wine shop also offers classes and seminars throughout the year. Contact the Ontario wine shop directly to find out what subjects, if any, will be offered during your charter bus visit.

Catalina, formally known as Santa Catalina Island, is an island off the coast of California located 22 miles south-southwest of downtown Los Angeles, and a great way to spend the day in the sun for charter bus visitors. Officially part of Los Angeles County, the island is accessed by hour-long boat shuttles from San Pedro, Marina del Rey, Long Beach, Newport Beach and Dana Point, or by a 15-minute helicopter ride from Long Beach and San Pedro. The island has a rich history and lore beginning with the earliest residents nearly 7,000 years ago. Arguably the most famous residents were Western author Zane Gray and William Wrigley, Jr., of chewing gum fame, who constructed homes on the island. Tourist sites for charter bus visitors include both famous houses, the island casino structure, Green Pleasure Pier, first constructed in 1894 by the Banning Brothers, Los Angeles business promoters, and rebuilt after a storm in 1914; shopping, and nature viewing.

For a fun filled time in Los Angeles, let Bus Charter Los Angeles help you plan your charter bus trip with their friendly, personalized service.

L.A. is a lady

Visiting attractions in the very spread-out city of Los Angeles can be a challenge, because the city is so sprawling that several tourist spots popularly associated with the city are actually in neighboring counties. This is where chartering a bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus from Bus Charter LA makes sense. Tour famous LA attractions in style and comfort in your charter, bus, visiting sights such as quirky museums, famous graves, hipster shopping and offbeat art galleries, plus world-class sports and entertainment venues such as the Staples Center and the Hollywood Bowl.
For most charter bus visitors to LA, the Hollywood Sign is the most easily recognized landmark in all of Los Angeles, standing as a symbol for LA as a whole and its entertainment industry in particular. It was built in 1923 as a giant ad for a housing development that never took off, called Hollywoodland. You cannot approach the sign on foot but there are plenty of vantage points nearby from which you can get a great view. Try the intersection of Hollywood and Highland or the nearby Griffith Park Observatory if your charter bus group wants some group photo memories.
The Bradbury Building, completed in 1893, is an iconic structure that has served both as a public building and the backdrop for several famous Hollywood movies. For science fiction buffs on a charter bus tour, the Bradbury Building is where the famous confrontation scene in Ridley Scott’s movie “Bladerunner”, was filmed. The five-story building's modest brick exterior conceals a splendid atrium inspired by a description of a commercial building in Edward Bellamy's futuristic novel “Looking Backward”. Bathed in diffuse natural light from a skylight roof, the atrium features lacelike wrought-iron railings, stair frames and open-cage elevators along with red-oak trim and paneling. The stair treads are made of pink Belgian marble, and walls of glazed yellow brick and Mexican tile. It is the oldest commercial building remaining in the central city. 
Another Hollywood icon, and one of the main draws for charter bus visitors to LA, is Grauman's Chinese Theatre. The theater, true to its name, is an ornate confection of bronze, silk, coral and stone. A sinuous dragon graces the facade and "heaven dogs" imported from China flank the main entrance. Opened in 1927, Grauman’s is the opening night launchpad for every Hollywood blockbuster-to-be. "The Chinese," as it's nicknamed, still hosts first-run movies as well as a series of classic Hollywood films for only 25 cents a ticket. Charter bus visitors can also take a scheduled tour that runs several times a day. In the forecourt of the theater you will find the handprints and footprints of famous stars from every era of Hollywood embedded in concrete blocks. 
For a glamorous look at Los Angeles, give Bus Charter Los Angeles a call to find out how they can help you plan your charter bus trip with a selection from their fleet of charter buses and friendly, personalized service.

Amusing yourself in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, entertainment capital of the world, is a city known the world over. The glamor and glitz of Hollywood has graced a million movies screens around the world. This huge, spread out city is best visited with a coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus
chartered from Bus Charter Los Angeles. Traffic in Los Angeles can be unpredictable, and is usually bad at the best of times, so a charter bus makes perfect sense when you’re travelling around Los Angeles as a group.
The name of Walt Disney has been synonymous with California since the 1950s. With his creation of Disneyland in Anaheim, millions of visitors from all over the world have been enthralled by their visit to this grand daddy of amusement parks. Disneyland today has grown over the years, and is now properly 2 parks in one. Easily reached by charter bus from downtown Los Angeles, Disneyland is on the must see list of every charter bus visitor to Los Angeles.
The original Disneyland is now called Disneyland Park, and houses all the old favorites that all of us grew up with. Get off your charter bus, show your tickets at the gate, and head up Main Street, that leads up the Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Featured in more Mickey Mouse Club and Disney specials than anyone can count, Main Street is where the daily parade takes place. Perennial crowd favorite Space Mountain, in Tomorrowland, blasts visitors off on a trip to the future. For the best that Disney has to offer, your charter bus group will love Fantasyland. All your Disney favorites are here, Snow White, Pinocchio, CInderella and others. Don’t forget the ride Disneyland’s signature ride, the Matterhorn.
After the sights and sounds of Disneyland Park, your charter group will be wanting a break, so stop by Downtown Disney. Over here you can take a break, shop, dine or spend the evening hours in the House of Blues and UVA Bar. Street performers like jugglers, clowns and musicians regularly appear to entertain the guests in Downtown Disney. Be sure that your charter group stops at World of Disney, probably the best store anywhere in the world for all things Disney related.
First opened in 2001, Disney’s California Adventure adjoins Disneyland Park. Not a hit with crowds in the early days, Disney Corporation has endeavoured to redesign the park to meet with visitor expectations of the Disney experience. This park pays homage to the state of California with Golden State, Hollywood Pictures Backlot, Paradise Pier and A Bug’s Land. Aiming to both amuse and educate, along the lines of Disney’s EPCOT Center in Florida, there are great rides in here, such as Soarin’ Over California, a hang glider style ride that never fails to thrill. Fin out how movies are made in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot and let the kids run free in A Bug’s Land.
If you’re planning a group visit to Los Angeles, California, and Disneyland, give Charter Bus Los Angeles a call to find out how we can help you with our fleet of charter buses that cater to any group size and our friendly, personalized service.

Enjoy the fast paced city on a bus charter LA

No matter if you need to visit LA for business or you're scheduling a pleasure trip - the bottom line is that you need to transport a group of people and you need to do in safety, comfort and most of all, in an affordable fashion. That is why the best choice to make is to travel with a bus charter LA to assist in your planning.

A common myth about bus charters is that they aren't comfortable. Nothing could be further from the truth. Our charter buses have high back reclining seats and the interiors are definitely designed for the utmost in comfort. Our charter buses have restroom facilities, CD players, DVD players and excellent sound systems. We provide the driver that will get your coach bus group to and from every scheduled stop on time, every time.
 
Second in size only to New York, is LA it is a large, bustling metropolitan area in Southern California. Everything is on the grand scale in LA and there are so many things to do. This county and sprawling city is situated in an area that has worldwide for its entertainment industry, high-end shopping areas, and theme parks, making this area the setting of the best destination in California. There are neighborhoods like Beverly Hills and Hollywood that only add to the reputation of this big city. Hollywood, in Northeast Los Angeles is known for Hollywood Boulevard and the famous bronze stars with the name of famous Hollywood actors on them on the Walk of Fame. 

LA is home to mega-attractions and theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood. At night, the near by Universal City Walk comes to life. The bright lights of this glittering promenade advertise the cool stores, nightclubs, eateries and movie theaters  This is an entertaining place to spend a weekend while you visit on your next bus charter LA. From star-studded movie premieres to the famous neighborhoods where celebrities have made their mark, LA is a place unlike any other. Experience perfect weather, see beautiful people and enjoy the world-famous places on a bus charter LA.

Planning a group trip can be a lot of work, but choosing to travel on a bus charter LA is a simple way to get to see all the great sites in LA while not having to worry about how you are getting there. Let one of our trained reps answer all your questions and assist in helping you put together your next outing, let us design a package that fit your travel needs as well as your budget. Once  you travel with a bus charter LA you and your group will never want to take your own cars again.

Getty Center

There is an interesting saying that most modern Los Angeles folks have, at one point in time, must have written a screenplay. Whether this myth is the truth or merely something floating around in the rumor mill does not matter, Los Angeles is the land of dreams. It is where creative individuals and folks come to see through their creations and live out their ability to entertain and be entertainment – therefore, suffice to say, creative works of arts, entertainment and lifestyle is big for the people here. Art enthusiasts also often make their way to LA from other parts of the country to see if they can get a leg into the door by exhibiting their artworks in flamboyant and beautiful art galleries which can be found in many different parts of LA.

With that in mind, we think that many of our LA charter bus rental customers appreciate it when we suggest making their way to Getty Center, one of the largest art exhibitions and public painting and sculpture display ever! However, there is loads more to see along the Museum Row where you will be wowed by the extensive number of options in front of you. The organizers and management of Getty Center understands that there needs to be change and updates all the time – therefore, they make regular announcements about new exhibits from new artists which is refreshing. Instead of going over to see the same exhibits all the time, there are always new additions which keeps things fresh and interesting.

Although the art exhibitions are, most definitely, the highlight of your charter bus rental vacation, most visitors will spend some time outside at the gardens, breathing in the fresh air after admiring all the impressive works of art. The garden also serves as a romantic hotspots for couples and families, as they gather around under the amazing Los Angeles weather for some bonding time.

Welcome to Los Angeles

Welcome to Los Angeles, land of dreams, sunshine, surf and Hollywood. If you’re travelling here by party bus or limo with Bus Charter LA, chances are, you’re a seasoned traveller rather than a star-struck country bumpkin looking to make it in LaLa Land. What we strongly recommend if you are heading over in a large group is to rent a party bus, charter bus, coach charter or a mini bus from a reliable, reputable and professional bus charter company in LA.

The city is vast, so plan your time well and you’ll be able to maximize the things you can see and do while in LA. From hitting up Venice beach to partying the night away at the Viper Room, we’ve got the best tips on how to transform your trip into one that’s truly legendary.

Start your holiday off in a comfortable party bus with a visit to Venice Beach. You can pump some iron by the beach, rollerblade down the walkway or just stroll on by and visit some of the bohemian cafes and bookstores that dot the area.

Catch a glimpse of the stars at the Hollywood Walk of Fame and see how your hands and feet compare to those of the stars at Grauman’s Chinese Theater  Who knows, you might catch a star making their imprint or just walking by during your charter bus trip.

Get cultured and visit the Getty Center and gaze in awe at masterpieces from the Renaissance period till present day from Ruben, Gainsborough, Renoir, Cézanne and Van Gogh inside while the sculpture garden features Miró and Moore., where it is all best visited in a beautiful party bus or charter bus.

Window shop along Rodeo Drive and see the high-end shops featured in movies then head on over to Anderson Court in the rented party bus, the only shopping mall designed by famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Go Jurassic! A visit the Museum of Jurassic Technology, not Steven Spielberg’s movie, and discover the amazing wonders of nature such as bats that can fly through walls.

Still on science, go up to the Griffith Observatory, where two major scenes from ‘Rebel Without A Cause’ were filmed and take in the exhibits at the popular Hall of the Sky and Hall of the Eye.

Since it’s LA, you need to party like a rock star, and where better to do that than at The Viper Room. Formerly owned by Johnny Depp and place where River Phoenix passed away, the club still offers up the hippest music and the wickedest drinks in town. Get your Bus Charter LA bus or limo to pick you up from here and you’ll have explored the length and breadth of L.A. in true star fashion.

Check Out These New LA Restaurants

Check out these new restaurants and cafes in Los Angeles' Beverly Hills area which were just opened recently in 2012. While some are more affordable than others, our travel writers have been invited and have explored and eaten at some of these restaurants and here are some of their suggestions.

Burger Lounge may not sound like much to many people here but the Burger Lounge Beverly Hills branch just opened up in the summer this year, all in time for the summer weekend getaways from our bus charter LA customers to enjoy. One may think of burger as an unhealthy and as a fast-food thing but Burger Lounge is about to change the burger scene. Get our charter bus, party bus, LA bus rental driver to take you to this eco-friendly and health-conscious burger 'joint' for their renowned burger aficionados made from fresh local produce and experience burgers at a whole new level.

Another new and worthwhile place to hit in Beverly Hills is Fleming's Steakhouse, according to Bus Charter LA's team of foodie and travel addict writers. Now Beverly Hills folks can enjoy the premium beef at its best. The atmosphere is absolutely stylish and classy, for sure, which makes it the perfect place for corporate functions, birthday dinners, romantic candlelit dinners, anniversary celebrations, etc. If you are organizing one of these, be sure to book your party bus, coach bus, charter bus, passenger coach bus, mini bus, limousine, or even a school bus early and ahead of time.

The other places that Bus Charter LA customers loved are Osteria Drago and a nice little nook called Bibigo. Bibigo is a famous Korean restaurant known for their boiled pork slices with tofu and (of course) kimchi dishes while Osteria Drago may be a little bit off the downtown area, they are a premium restaurant that serves up modern Italian dishes. And since there is no driving to be done when a party bus, charter bus, mini bus or coach bus is used, you can spend the rest of the evening, when you are done with the food, to have an extra glass of premium grade wine.