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16. Browse around town. Treasure hunt and star gaze along famed Rodeo (pronounced "row-day-o") Drive in Beverly Hills, home of the rich and super rich. It doesn’t cost a thing to stroll and people-watch on one of the world’s most famous shopping streets.
17. Travel the world without a passport. LA’s mini nations enhance the culture and character of this international city. Meet the people and enjoy the foods, arts, music and crafts of Japan, China and a dozen other cultures right here in Los Angeles. Little Tokyo and Chinatown are just two of the ethnic enclaves that invite you to explore. For a more Kosher experience, head over to North Fairfax Avenue and browse the boutiques, produce stands and galleries. A few blocks south on Fairfax is an emerging Ethiopian neighborhood with half a dozen restaurants and cafes.
18. Watch TV live. Be a part of a studio audience on your favorite television shows and game shows like “Jeopardy!” and “Wheel of Fortune.” Tickets are free but must be obtained in advance. Write for tickets or pick them up in person, since free tickets are available daily at some studio complexes. Remember: tickets and seating for shows are on a first come, first served basis. Most shows have a minimum age requirement of 14. For more information, contact: Paramount Television Audience Shows, Guest Relations, 323.956.1777; Audiences Unlimited at Fox Television Center, 818.506.0043 and Audiences Associates, 323.467.4697. Free tickets are also available outside Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, Universal Studios Hollywood and Glendale Galleria.
19. Relax on LA's own "Riviera." Everyone's heard of the French Riviera, but not everyone knows that Los Angeles has a "riviera" of its own: Marina del Rey. The largest man-made, small-craft harbor in the world, Marina del Rey is home to 6,000 in-the-water private yachts. The harbor offers spectacular views and many outdoor activities, including jogging, roller-skating, bicycling or just relaxing in the park. For a free, boatless adventure, head for Burton Chace Park at the end of Mindinao Way. There you’ll be surrounded by water on three sides, and boats will pass majestically in front of you.
20. See NoHo. The NoHo (for North Hollywood) Arts District is a square-mile area that is quickly turning into one of LA’s artsier communities with several galleries, public art, live theaters, boutiques, vintage clothing stores, ethnic restaurants and outdoor cafes. Be sure to browse Lankershim Arts Center, Arts Coalition, Sunny Meyer Fine Arts and Art Academy.
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