This isn’t your ordinary travel guide. Beyond the glitz and glamour that defines Los Angeles, you'll find indie art galleries, tasty taco trucks and community-run farmers' markets – and that’s where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover:



The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals
6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as vintage shopping and cycling
A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Los Angeles
Helpful what3word addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights
A thoughtfully updated second edition, including new places to visit


Compiled by four proud locals, and revised and updated for 2025, this stylish travel guide is packed with Los Angeles's best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs.

Whether you’re a restless Angeleno on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won’t find in traditional guidebooks, Los Angeles Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need.

About Like A Local:
These giftable and collectable guides from DK are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they’re born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic – just like the locals who call the city home.

Looking for another guide to Los Angeles? Discover’s DK’s range of travel guides, from Top 10s that’ll fit in your pocket to comprehensive guides perfect for long trips.