Best Botanical Garden in Venice Beach

"The Los Angeles Zoos is known as one of the best zoos in southern california. The 133-acre Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens are home to over 1,400 animals, representing more than 270 different species, of which over 58 are endangered. In addition to all of (those) these mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds, the LA Zoo is also home to several botanical gardens made up of over 800 plant species."

"Take a walk on the wild side at the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, located in the Griffith Park Zoo. This historic zoo has been operating at its current site since 1966 with over 1,400 animals spanning over 270 different species. It also houses a beautiful botanic garden with over 800 species of plants."

"The next day on your Los Angeles family vacation itinerary gets a bit wild.Go wild at the Los Angeles Zoo and Aquarium of the Pacific on day four. Day 4: Go Wild with Adventure"

"Malibu Wines is comprised of acres of vineyards, picnic tables and a store. Open seven days a week, it holds wine tastings and serves wines by the bottle and mimosas by the glass, often to live music. If a large group is heading in its direction, the company is more than happy to organise catering, too."

"Malibu Wines has found a new home – same wines, same big outdoor space with tons of seating, same fun atmosphere, just the now added bonus of more food/beer options."

"Rancho Los Alamitos is one of the best places in Long Beach to learn about the history of the city. Currently housing a museum, this ranch is one of the oldest buildings in Long Beach. It extended over a much larger area than the one seen today."

"Named after the native Fremont cottonwood trees in the area, Rancho Los Alamitos is actually a two-hundred-year-old ranch with a history that dates even further back."

"Another of the top places to visit for learning about other cultures in Long Beach is the Los Cerritos Ranch House. This shows how Mexican and Spanish culture impacted ranches in the late 19th century. This goes into a part of American history that you might’ve not been aware of, but which is very helpful to know about."

"THE RANCH (yes, all caps) can best be described as a new-school steakhouse -- enough nostalgia to represent the genre, but with a contemporary upgrade to keep the food snobs happy. Executive chef Michael Rossi and master sommelier Michael Jordan (both formerly of Disneyland’s Napa Rose) represent Western farm-to-table with seasonal takes on classic meat dishes, like a 36-ounce bone-in rib-eye and Beeler’s Family Farm pork chop. Bring lots of friends, and stick around for the live music afterward!"

"The Ranch Restaurant is a lively dining experience in Anaheim, located near door to the Ranch Saloon. Both dining experiences are helmed by executive chef Michael Rossi, who sources rustic, fresh ingredients and flavors from the restaurant's farm facility. Seasonally-driven menus focus on high-quality regional land and sea fare, including Skuna Bay salmon, Aspen Ridge New York strip steak, sustainably-sourced Chilean sea bass, and grass-fed Colorado lamb chops."

"This stunning Western-themed restaurant is much more than a steak-house. It’s friendly staff and inviting country music dance hall take you out of your every-day and into a wonderfully unique dining experience.Their menu is filled with classics like pork chops, lamb chops, and pork ribs. They source very high quality, fresh ingredients and produce – some even grown by the owner himself on his ranch in nearby Orange."

"Situated above the Pacific, the Nobu Ryokan Malibu is a triumph of architectural design and subdued hospitality. This intimate 16-room,adult-oriented retreat honors the traditional Japanese Ryokan, featuring teak soaking tubs, indoor/outdoor fireplaces, serene outdoor patios, timeless artwork and gracious accents. From the moment you arrive, the unforgettable views of the Pacific Ocean and tranquil landscaping sets the tone for a private oasis."

"Sitting directly on the sands of Malibu, Nobu Ryokan offers oceanside luxury that’s hard to beat. Wake up to views of the Pacific and fall asleep to the sound of waves lapping the sand. The rooms beautifully fuse the design of a traditional Japanese inn with a minimal SoCal aesthetic, and some have wall-to-wall doors that can be flung open to let in the breeze."

"Symmetry, poetry and natural materials combine in this flawless Japanese-style inn, which was formerly a 1950s motel. There are 16 rooms in total, all with ocean views and decks, where sunloungers, parasols and mini bottles of sun cream are provided. Inside, the bathtub is art sculpted entirely from teak."

"Del Frisco’s Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine."