LA mornings: sunshine, skyline and café culture

Los Angeles in the morning has a quiet magic. Start your day in the Arts District or Silver Lake, where industrial walls are covered in murals and trendy cafés serve up excellent coffee and breakfast burritos. There's a relaxed rhythm as locals head out with dogs, laptops, and sunglasses. Take time to explore Grand Central Market, still calm early on, and wander over to Angels Flight or the nearby Walt Disney Concert Hall. You’ll catch sunlight bouncing off mirrored buildings downtown while the city is still stretching awake. Head to Griffith Park for a mid-morning hike to the Observatory. The trail is steep in places but rewards you with open skies, a cool breeze, and iconic views of the Hollywood Sign and LA’s sprawl below. A perfect way to feel the city's scale before it gets busy Tips: • Griffith Park is best before 11 AM to avoid heat and crowds • For views and pastries, try cafés along Sunset Blvd or Echo Park • Bring layers, LA mornings can be cooler than expected • Use the Metro Red Line if staying downtown and avoiding traffic #losangeles