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We understand you're eager to hit the highway, but it's smart to know a few things about where you're off to! Here are some basic facts about East Los Angeles to get you started.
One of the greatest things about taking a road trip is that you get to come across lots of fascinating people. So while you're in East Los Angeles, why not take your rental car for a spin and say hi to a few of the other 3,792,600 individuals who call Los Angeles their home?
If your trip to East Los Angeles is all booked but your travel itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a few hints and tips.
Make the short journey out of the middle of the neighborhood and spend a few hours discovering Vincent Price Art Museum and Montebello Golf Course. Like some more close-by options? Commerce Casino is also worth a pit stop.
Monterey Park and Commerce are well worth visiting while you're in the area. Monterey Park is about 2 miles away, while Commerce is 2 miles.
No matter what the weather forecast is like, you'll be able to see some of the lovely beaches near East Los Angeles from the comfort of your own rental car. When you get near the ocean, keep an eye out for seagulls flying over these beautiful stretches of coastline:
Going to East Los Angeles for work? After a tiring day of networking and making new connections, you might find your stomach yelling out for food. Thankfully, these convention centers offer easy access to some fantastic restaurants and cafés:
Pick up the keys to an intermediate car and soak up the delights of Los Angeles with friends or family. These vehicles offer more space and a larger trunk that will fit all your essentials. They have great fuel economy, so you can easily travel the 6 miles between East Los Angeles and downtown Los Angeles (and beyond!) without hurting your budget. But if you want to indulge a little on your escape, why not reserve a premium vehicle? All those cool extra features, such as fancy leather seats and advanced audio systems, guarantee an outstanding driving experience.
Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes your car choice particularly important. If you're about to head off on an amazing road trip around East Los Angeles, a comfortable SUV could be your perfect match. If you're hoping for a fantastic bargain and plan on sticking mostly to the city, an economy car is a wise pick. All you need to do is choose what's going to be the best fit, throw your bags in the trunk, and clock up those miles.