Steve Dworman: The lake here is where they shot the opening for the Andy Griffith show with a tiny Ron Howard. See if you can find the hidden pond with fish.
Vanity Fair Agenda: Located in the serene hills off Mulholland between Sherman Oaks and Beverly Hills, this secluded park boasts ponds, wildflowers, old-growth trees, and storybook-cute wildlife.
Nathan Ray: Opening scene from The Andy Griffith Show was shot at the pond.
Doug Schumacher: check out the coi pond
Mandara Takowsky: Beautiful.... Hang out and read by the pond... Explore a piece of Los Angeles infamous history...famous backdrop for many movies...
quuid: a romantic, serene atmosphere with stunning landscapes, not too crowded - perfect for your alone time walk, a few fountains and ponds adorned with water lilies in the area
4. Hotel Bel Air
9.1
701 Stone Canyon Rd, Los Angeles, CA
Hotel · Bel Air · 38 tips and reviews
Fay R: Storybook, secluded surroundings inc. Sean pond, lush greens, lovely rooms / suites with very comfortable beds/pillow, exceptional service, and delicious food. A quiet, relaxing yet luxe/chic vibe.
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍: Out-of-this-world hide away resort with quaint quiet spaces, beautiful landscaping & even swans on a pond! A perfect mix of old Hollywood nostalgia with carefully updated modernized classy renovations
Curbed: An ultra-luxurious kind of place to grab a drink or hang out for a bit, the bar here features modern furniture, classy black & white photographs, and handcraft cocktails like a bespoke Negroni. Read more.
7. Orchid Fever Inc
8.3
10242 Culver Blvd (Vinton Ave), Culver City, CA
Flower Store · 3 tips and reviews
Chris Coggins: This place is fantastic. The people are always friendly, the flowers are beautiful, there's a turtle pond and a fun soundtrack.
Brett Johnson: Next you think about spending $15-$20 bucks on flowers for someone, make the trip here and surprise them with orchids. As them for a care instruction sheet to pass along with the gift.
Marianna Fierro: Amazing shop!!!
8. Averill Park
8.7
1300 S Dodson Ave (Averill Park), San Pedro, CA
Park · 9 tips and reviews
Mahealani Dominguez: I loved watching the turtles swim in the ponds ♡
Jeff Hackert: A man made stream runs through a park that is home to attack geese, crawdads, egrets, hawks, squirrels and chickens in the trees. What more could ask of an afternoon stroll?
Jason Weeks Jensen: Beautiful!
Coolassmike Bowers: A great little throwback to simpler times. Ducks. A pond. Great for kids to seniors. Plus there is some pretty cool history there. Check it out!
Yvette Betancourt: Great local park that has a beautiful large duck pond, picnic tables, spacious greenspace and more!
Alana: Love this park: it is so peaceful, clean, there are free events on the weekends, family friendly.
10. Crustacean
8.6
468 N Bedford Dr, Beverly Hills, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 91 tips and reviews
Thompson Hotels: Breathtaking waterfalls and glass floors overlooking koi ponds await you at this appetizing Vietnamese restaurant.
Brad Hager: Beautiful restaurant with koi pond & waterfalls. EXCEPTIONAL seafood, in particular the crab crab, sea bass, and Dungeness crab. Great wine list & dessert.
Lauren Green: This is THE place for seafood lovers. Chic interiors and an innovative menu serving staples such as the tuna cigars - they actually come in a cigar box! And their famous garlic noodles are a must!
Renee T: Excellent green space in the city. Secluded, trails, picnic tables, duck pond, workout equipment. Ample free parking weekdays, $6 weekends.
Juan Pablo Bedoya: One of LA's best kept secrets. Lake, hikes and tons play and picnic areas
Mil K.: Bring healthy snacks like thawed corn/peas, grapes, oats/wheat, or bird seed to feed the ducks, loons, cranes, and geese at the lake!
Tom Hicks: Really should have been called The Koi Pond.
Jeremy Owens: Control your dogs and kids, people; its the Turtle Pond, not the "Bite and Kick a Turtle Pond"
Danielle "Norm" Farrar: So many turtles having a wonderful day... Their reptilian happiness is contagious! (but don't pet them, 'cause salmonella is also contagious)
Joy: Tony P's was packed for the Lakers game tonight, so we decided to come here instead. Great view of the Marina with friendly service. We both had steaks and they were good. Loved the koi pond.
Brandy Snowden: So great amazing food, good service and awesome beverages! The volcano took my breath away.
Dasha Doronina: Very beautiful and tasty))))