Welcome to L.A. Moving here can be a major undertaking. Many new residents move here from thousands of miles away. Here are the resources you need to get your life in Los Angeles off to a running start.
Finding a Place to Call Home in Los Angeles
- Find an Apartment in L.A.
Apartment Hunting in L.A. is a full time occupation. Head here to find everything you need to find an apartment you'll love. - The L.A. Times Real Estate Listings
In depth coverage of real estate in Los Angeles. - Los Angeles Housing Department
Housing information from the City of L.A.
Getting a Job in Los Angeles
- L.A. Job Hunter's Guide
Tips, tricks, and resources to find a job in Los Angeles. - Current L.A. Job Listings
See who's hiring in and around L.A.
The Official Los Angeles Paperwork - Licenses and Voting
- Getting a California Driver's License
The Los Angeles office of the California Department of Motor Vehicles has everything you need to know to get your California Driver's License. - Register to Vote in L.A.
You can register online at the website of the California Secretary of State. - Apply for a Passport in L.A.
If you need to get a passport in L.A. head to the Los Angeles Passport Agency.
Los Angeles Restaurants and Bars
- L.A.'s Best Brunch Spots
Brunch is a major meal in L.A. Check here for the best places to mix breakfast and lunch.- L.A.'s Most Romantic Restaurants
Dining and dating go hand in hand, it's part of the ritual of love. Picking the right restaurant can make or break a date. Get your search started with this list of idyllic and intimate dining hot spots. - The Vertical Wine Bistro
Good wine and good food. - Zach's Italian Café
Relaxed Italian cuisine. - The Hotel Cafe
Great music and full bar. - Jazz and Wine at the L.A. County Museum of Art
Free jazz in a beautiful courtyard. Bring your own wine or buy it there. - Los Angeles Magazine's Dining Guide
In depth listings from L.A.'s restaurant scene.
Los Angeles Neighborhoods
- Los Angeles Neighborhood Guide
Explore L.A.'s different neighborhoods. - Studio City
Upscale suburbia L.A. style. - Topanga Canyon
Funky, alternative, hippie and BMW friendly. - Tujunga Village
Boutique shops and restaurants.
Los Angeles Beaches and Attractions
- Los Angeles Beach Guide
All the fun in the sun you can dream up. - The Hollywood Bowl
The quintessential Los Angeles entertainment experience. - L.A.'s Beautiful Japanese Gardens
Put a little Zen in your life. - Top Ten Things to Do in L.A.
There's fun to be had, start exploring.
Los Angeles Schools and Universities
- UCLA New Students' Guide
This guide points helps new Bruins kick off their higher education. - The Los Angeles Unified School District
Information on schools throughout the L.A. area. - The Santa Monica - Malibu Unified School District
Information on schools in Santa Monica and Malibu. - Los Angeles Private Schools
A listing of private schools throughout L.A.
Los Angeles Traffic and Transportation
- Los Angeles Maps
Get a map before you try navigating the freeways. - Live L.A. Traffic Report
Check out the traffic before you hit the road. - L.A. Metro Trip Planner
Leave the car at home and take the L.A. Metro. - Public Transportation in Los Angeles
Public transportation in L.A. is quite often faster than driving yourself.
Staying Fit in Los Angeles - Doctors and Health Clubs
- L.A. Health Club Listings
Staying in shape in style. - Find a Doctor in Los Angeles
The AMA Doctor Finder will help you find the right physician for you.
Los Angeles Events
- Halloween in Los Angeles
Halloween parties, festivals, costumes, candy, haunted houses, pumpkin patches, and more. - Labor Day in L.A.
3-day weekends for everyone. - L.A. July 4th Fireworks Displays
Wish Happy Birthday to the U.S.A.
- L.A.'s Most Romantic Restaurants
