American Girl Place
Open daily.  This is the place for girls.  Much more than a store, it’s the place where imaginations soar. Boutiques. Character birthday celebrations. Café. Theatre. Make memories that will last forever.  189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles. 877-AG-PLACE. www.americangirlplace.com.

Los Angeles Zoo
The LA Zoo features a collection of 1,200 animals amid the lush vegetation of the Zoo’s Botanical Gardens.  Special exhibits include Sea Lion Cliffs, a salt water habitat with underwater viewing, Orangutans in the Red Ape Rain Forest, Chimpanzees of Mahale Mountains, and Dragons of Komodo featuring the largest lizard in the world.  5333 Zoo Drive, Griffith Park. 323-644-4200. www.lazoo.org.

Six Flags Magic Mountain
For a day full of thrills, shrills and chills, visit Magic Mountain, home of the largest collection of XTREME roller coasters on the planet. Check out the latest newcomers: Tatsu and Scream. 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia. 661-255-4111. www.sixflags.com.

Universal CityWalk
With 65 cool things to do, CityWalk is where LA comes to play.  World-class dining at Buca di Beppo.  Rocking entertainment at B.B. King’s Blues Club.  SoCal shopping at Billabong. Plus, no entrance fee.  100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City.  818-622-4455. www.citywalkhollywood.com.

Universal Studios Hollywood
The Entertainment Capital of LA. Experience your favorite films like never before. Check out Shrek 4-D, Jurassic Park: The Ride, or take a tour of the backlot and become a part of the action in the 2007 Studio Tour.  100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City.  800-UNIVERSAL.  www.universalstudioshollywood.com.

Venice Beach
World famous for its funky atmosphere, wacky street performers and amazing artists, Venice will keep you busy all day. Keep on the lookout for Harry Perry, a guitar-playing street musician on his trademark roller skates. Ocean Front Walk runs parallel to PCH from Washington Blvd. to Rose Street, Venice Beach. www.venicebeach.com.

Warner Bros. VIP Studio Tour
VIP Tours depart daily.  Explore inner Hollywood surrounded by actual filming and production amidst yesterday and today’s most famous sets, stages, props, costumes, crafts and sounds at the world’s busiest motion picture and television studio.  3400 Riverside Drive, Burbank. 818-972-8687. www.wbstudiotour.com.