Climb aboard an ark at the Skirball Cultural Center, view the Milky Way from the Griffith Observatory, or come face-to-face with the land of Oz in Wicked, playing now at the historic Pantages Theatre.

With the growing impact of “foodie” tourism, or visitors who travel for specific culinary experiences, Los Angeles is looking to draw attention to its rich, diverse restaurant scene.

Los Angeles is one of the world's most popular travel destinations, ranking as the second most visited city in the U.S. for international travelers, and among the top five most visited cities by residents of the U.S.