Get a bird's eye view of the sprawling metropolis by taking a ride with Orbic Air Helicopter Tours. For more than 20 years, Orbic has been Southern California's premiere helicopter company and offers nine distinctly different helicopter tours to choose from. Take a scenic tour or opt for a fancy dinner or even a picnic adventure.
If you are willing to travel a bit out of the main LA area, be sure to add the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden to your destinations list. This gorgeous, 127-acre garden and outdoor oasis is nestled into the low-key San Gabriel town, near the mountains. The Arboretum houses luscious plant collections from all over the world, including many rare and endangered species.
Enjoy a romantic ride down a scenic street in a horse-drawn carriage. Make a reservation with Enchanted Carriages for one of their beautiful carriages, which range from the pristine White Vis-à-vis to the fairytale-style Cinderella Coach. The carriages are decorated with lavish flower ornaments and can be tailored to meet your desired theme or colors.