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Get around Los Angeles


Get around Los Angeles

Public transportation in LA is not as organized as in some Western cities, however for those willing to plan in advance and not minding the occasional 20 minute wait will find most of Los Angeles (especially the tourist focused areas) pretty accessible. Those lacking patience but having a sufficient budget and drivers' license will definitely want to consider renting a car for some of the trip. Los Angeles has a small but rapidly expanding Metro rail system, and a comprehensive bus system including several rapid bus lines to speed up journeys around the city. If you choose to rent a car, you will get a brief look at the complex freeway system and a taste of the notorious traffic jams. If you choose not to rent a car, the rail system will take you to many of the important tourist areas including Hollywood, Universal Studios, Chinatown and Long Beach. The parts of the county not served by rail can be accessed by bus. Metro Rapid buses come more frequently and make fewer stops than local buses and should be used available. Remember that many cities in the county (including Santa Monica, Culver City, Long Beach and Santa Clarita) operate their own bus services, independent of the Metro.

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