A concierge that already knows Los Angeles
NUM holds 90,275 places in and around Los Angeles. Text it what you want, in any language. It finds three real places that fit, open now, and books the one you pick.
Three of us in Santa Monica tonight around 8. Somewhere for tacos near the pier?
Three taco spots near the pier that fit three at 8. Want me to book one?
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What is in the Los Angeles directory
Built from open map data, kept current, and never ranked by who paid, because nobody can pay. Placement is not for sale on NUM. Counted November 8, 2026.
Los Angeles at a glance
A spread-out city of beaches, hills and separate neighbourhoods, home to the film and TV industry. Visitors come for the Pacific coast, the museums, Hollywood and the food of its many immigrant communities. Distances are large, so plan by area.
Known for
Griffith Observatory
A free public observatory on the south slope of Mount Hollywood in Griffith Park, looking out over the city; closed Mondays.
Getty Center
A hilltop art museum and gardens in west Los Angeles; entry is free but needs a timed reservation, and parking is paid.
Santa Monica Pier
A pier from 1909 at the foot of Colorado Avenue, with a small amusement park and a 1922 carousel; two blocks from the E Line.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Over 2,800 stars set in the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, near the Hollywood/Highland and Hollywood/Vine stations.
Grand Central Market
A downtown food hall at 317 South Broadway, open since 1917, with many food stalls under one roof.
Getting there
From LAX, the FlyAway bus runs from the blue columns on the arrivals level to Union Station downtown, every 30 minutes for most of the day, and to Van Nuys. For Metro rail, take the free LAX Shuttle (route M) to LAX/Metro Transit Center for the C and K Lines; change to the E Line at Expo/Crenshaw for downtown or Santa Monica. Taxis, Uber and Lyft pick up at LAX-it next to Terminal 1, reached by a free 24-hour shuttle or on foot.
Getting around
Most visitors drive or use rideshare, as distances are long. Metro rail and buses link many areas, including Hollywood, downtown and Santa Monica; pay with a TAP card, with daily and weekly fare caps.
When to go
Mild and sunny most of the year. About 92 percent of rain falls November to April. Late spring and early summer can be overcast near the coast (June Gloom). July to September is hottest. Dry Santa Ana winds can bring heat and fire risk from late September.
Local tip
Plan each day around one or two neighbourhoods. Crossing town by car at weekday rush hour eats much of the day.
Facts checked November 1, 2026. Transport and openings change, so NUM checks them again.
More of Los Angeles
Griffith ObservatoryPhoto: Matthew Field · CC BY 2.5 
Getty CenterPhoto: Jelson25 · Public domain 
Santa Monica PierPhoto: web4camguy · CC BY-SA 2.0 
Los AngelesPhoto: David Wilson from Oak Park, Illinois, USA · CC BY 2.0 
Los AngelesPhoto: Han Zheng · CC BY-SA 2.0 
Los AngelesPhoto: Boqiang Liao from Athens,Ohio , US · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Where NUM looks in Los Angeles
Districts NUM covers here.
- Santa Monica
- Glendale
- Beverly Hills
- Pasadena
- West Hollywood
- Inglewood
- Culver City
- Sherman Oaks
- Huntington Park
- South Gate
- Studio City
- Burbank
How NUM works in Los Angeles
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Text NUM what you want
A table, a massage, a driver, a pharmacy. In your words, in your language.
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Get three real places
Checked, open now, and close to where you are. Nobody paid to be on the list.
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It books the one you pick
The confirmation stays in your thread. A real person is one message away.
Questions about NUM in Los Angeles
How many restaurants does NUM know in Los Angeles?
6,280 in and around Los Angeles, from the open map data NUM builds its directory on. NUM does not list all of them at you. It picks three that fit what you asked for, and says why.
Does NUM cover street food and markets in Los Angeles?
Yes: 2,526 street-food spots and 208 markets. Ask it what is open now and it will answer for the hour you are actually in.
Can NUM help me find a hotel in Los Angeles?
NUM knows 1,937 places to stay here. It finds the one that fits and hands you to the licensed partner who books it, so you always know who you are booking with.
How do I get from LAX to downtown without a car?
Take the FlyAway bus to Union Station, which leaves about every 30 minutes for most of the day. Or take the LAX Shuttle (M) to the Metro Transit Center for the K Line, then the E Line.
Where do I catch an Uber or taxi at LAX?
At LAX-it, next to Terminal 1. Walk there or take the free green-signed shuttle from outside baggage claim. Premium rides still use the terminal curb.
Do I need a reservation for the Getty Center?
Yes. Entry is free but needs a timed-entry reservation, online or by phone. It is closed on Mondays.
What language can I message NUM in for Los Angeles?
Whatever you write in. NUM answers in the language of your message, and in the script you used, which for Chinese means Traditional stays Traditional.
Does it cost anything?
Not for travelers. Booking through NUM is free and nothing is added to your bill. NUM Plus and NUM Platinum are optional and only add room.
For businesses in Los Angeles
If you run somewhere here, list it free. No account needed: add your place or update its details, and NUM checks them before they go live. Taking bookings through NUM is a separate, optional sign-up.
- Free to list, no account needed
- NUM checks every listing before it goes live
- Nobody can pay to be recommended
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