Exposition Rose Garden is the most romantic park in town, and it's free. Don't GIVE her roses, take her TO them instead.

Down by the River - 3rd Sunday of Every Month but December
Join FoLAR on the third Sunday each month from January through November. "Down by the River" walks are [more...]

Faux beach with slides, picnic areas, and lifegaurds.

200 Portofino Way
Redondo Beach
310-318-0681

Seriously- go see the Tar Pits. I know it doesn't SOUND date-worthy, but it truly is. Ask anyone who has been there.

5801 Wilshire LA
323.934.7243

UCLA's botanical gardens. Free for students.

310.825.1260
Westwood

Botanic Gardens offers tours and courses. You can also simply stroll around on the grounds-- an inexpensive and fantastic getaway.

Idyllwild, CA is one of the most beautiful little towns I have ever visited. It takes a few hours to get there, and the last hour going up the mountain takes it's toll on your patience, but once you are up there - my god, it is [more...]