When most people think of Southern California, the first thing that comes to mind is the natural scenic surroundings. But let’s not forget about the other side of SoCal’s beauty, which can be found in some of the stunning architecture that is scattered throughout the state. Here are several special structures in Southern California that make us stop and catch our breath because they are so stunning.
Please note, The Geisel Library and Walt Disney Concert Hall are temporarily closed.
- TCL Chinese Theatre
flickr/Jeff Krause Formerly named the Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, this palatial theatre in the historic Hollywood district draws crowds of visitors from all over the world.
- The Geisel Library
flickr/O Palsson Located on the campus of UC San Diego in La Jolla, this attention-getting library is named in honor of Theodor Seuss Geisel, otherwise known as Dr. Seuss.
- LAX Theme Building
Wikimedia Commons If you have ever flown into or out of LAX you have certainly seen this gorgeous space-age looking structure that resembles something right out of the Jetsons.
- Walt Disney Concert Hall
flickr/PnP! This stunning building, designed by Frank Gehry, is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Catalina Casino
flickr/grantwe If you want to see this building in person, head to Avalon on Catalina Island. It’s just as majestic in person as it is in photographs.
- Hollywood Bowl
flickr/Ian D Keating This distinct Los Angeles amphitheater carved into the Hollywood Hills is a visual treat for everyone who has the opportunity to experience it.
- Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
flickr/Joits A stunning performing arts center in Los Angeles that commands attention.
- Union Station, Los Angeles
flickr/St Stev Not only is this magnificently designed building a major transportation hub in the Los Angeles area, but it’s also the largest railroad terminal in the entire western US.
Have you ever been to any of these buildings in Southern California? They are even more stunning in person than they are in pictures. What other structures in SoCal have knocked your socks off? Please share a comment or two on our Facebook page.
flickr/Jeff Krause
Formerly named the Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, this palatial theatre in the historic Hollywood district draws crowds of visitors from all over the world.
flickr/O Palsson
Located on the campus of UC San Diego in La Jolla, this attention-getting library is named in honor of Theodor Seuss Geisel, otherwise known as Dr. Seuss.
Wikimedia Commons
If you have ever flown into or out of LAX you have certainly seen this gorgeous space-age looking structure that resembles something right out of the Jetsons.
flickr/PnP!
This stunning building, designed by Frank Gehry, is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
flickr/grantwe
If you want to see this building in person, head to Avalon on Catalina Island. It’s just as majestic in person as it is in photographs.
flickr/Ian D Keating
This distinct Los Angeles amphitheater carved into the Hollywood Hills is a visual treat for everyone who has the opportunity to experience it.
flickr/Joits
A stunning performing arts center in Los Angeles that commands attention.
flickr/St Stev
Not only is this magnificently designed building a major transportation hub in the Los Angeles area, but it’s also the largest railroad terminal in the entire western US.
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