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If you have rented a car in Los Angeles, and want to get out on the road in order to explore the area of California close to the city, there is plenty to enjoy, from rolling countryside to rugged coastlines, and from quiet villages through to brash resorts where you can let your hair down and party.

Drive to Las Vegas from Los Angeles

If you have a few days to spare, why not take a drive out to the fabulous city of Las Vegas. Although it will take the best part of a day to make your way through the Nevada Desert on your trip to Las Vegas, once you arrive there, the entertainment and attractions there make your journey well worthwhile.

Las Vegas

Check out the slot machines in the casinos, catch a show at one of the main Las Vegas hotel resort theatres, enjoy all the thrills of the fair at one of Las Vegas' theme parks, or simply relax by the pool at your hotel in Las Vegas such as the Luxor, MGM Grand Hotel, or the famous Bellagio.

Self Drive Trip to Palm Springs

Palm Springs Deserts

The desert resort town of Palm Springs has been the haven of the rich and famous since the 1920s, and remains as one of the top holiday destinations in the USA. With golf courses, and spa hotels for visitors to enjoy, a few days in Palm Springs will de-stress you and give you a chance to relax away from the bustle of Los Angeles itself.

Explore San Diego and Tijuana by Road

Head south along the coast from Los Angeles in your hire car, and you can visit the historic city of San Diego, where attractions include the Gaslamp Quarter and Mission Bay, as well as the Miramar Air Force Base where the iconic movie Top Gun was filmed in the 1980s. Just across the Mexican border, City of San Diego the outpost of Tijuana has long been providing visitors with a taste of Mexican life, and aside from its miles of beautiful sandy beaches, offers flea markets, authentic Mexican cooking, and the chance to see a bull fight or take a few drinks with the locals.

Explore Orange County by Road

Orange County Flag

Orange County, so named for the groves of citrus trees that are farmed here in large orchards is one of the most exclusive areas of South California, and thanks to the TV series, The OC has become one of the top tourist destinations in the area around LA, thanks to its combination of fresh air, beautiful scenery, and the fantastic leisure facilities such as bars and golf courses available.