Getting Around Los Angeles
Transportation options in Los Angeles, California are plentiful with bus transportation being the most popular. The L.A. Metro bus lines offer extensive routes throughout the scattered metropolitan area and especially in downtown Los Angeles. For a quicker option, Metro also offers routes, which bypass heavily congested areas and make fewer stops. Several cities in the L.A area, which are independently incorporated, offer their own bus system within their vicinity, making travel among the many L.A neighborhoods easy and efficient. The Metro also offers several train lines, mostly frequented by commuters. Train lines cover the middle of the Los Angeles area from north to south and do not run on the far west side.
For the convenience of those who want a sightseeing adventure without the hassle of juggling maps, tour bus companies offer convenient options. Starline has always been the most popular, giving tourists the luxury of a hop-on/hop-off option. Tourists are allowed to get off the bus at any location if they wish to tour on foot, and then board the bus again to continue the tour. The tours run frequently and have numerous stop locations.
Throughout the L.A. metro area, many companies offering airport transportation are available. Tourists wishing to utilize this option should perform an Internet search of the area in Los Angeles their stay will be for specific information. Taxis are popular and found in every area of the city. Outside of the downtown area, taxi companies must usually be contacted by phone to schedule a ride.
Rental cars are a popular option for travelers, despite the notoriously heavy L.A traffic. With unlimited choices of companies, an internet search or booking site is generally the best way to find the type and price of rental car desired. Limousine and town car charters are also available for every area of the city. Several companies may be found easily through an Internet search engine and most offer websites with more detailed information and photos.