From rugged coastlines to rooftop bars, series of stunning images shows why LA is THE place to vacation

Los Angeles is an impossible city to define. It’s a place where Michelin-starred restaurants and farmers markets mingle with food trucks and neighborhood eateries. Where thrift stores compete with couture boutiques, and the street art is just as popular as the most revered galleries.

Even LA’s 75 miles of coastline is diverse, with the white sands of Venice Beach sitting alongside the bustling Santa Monica Pier, and just a short drive from the hidden coves of El Matador and the rugged Malibu coastline.

Which means that no matter what you’re into, Los Angeles is the perfect destination for a vacation. And if you don’t believe us, we’ve got the photos to prove it.

From bustling beach boardwalks and swanky rooftop bars to sprawling nighttime vistas and iconic landmarks, these images will make you want to instantly head to southern California.

And although you’ll need to hop on a plane or bus and travel to the west coast to truly soak up the LA vibe, they should give you a little taste of just some of what the city has to offer.