Beverly Hills | Bel Air

 

For a glimpse of Hollywood grandeur, look no further than Beverly Hills. Lush with sprawling parks, towering palm trees, and a wealth of amenities at your fingertips from relaxing spas to world-renowned shopping, Beverly Hills is known worldwide for its endless luxury. This vibrant and culturally immersed community is located six miles northeast of Santa Monica and nine miles west of downtown Los Angeles, which makes it perfectly situated for anyone who wants to be at the heart of it all. 

 

What to Love

• World-famous shopping and dining along Rodeo Drive
• The bi-annual Beverly Hills Art Show
• Woofstock 90210 at Roxbury Park

Local Lifestyle

Anchored by the world-famous Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills is a playground for the Hollywood elite and a haven for the discerning shopper. With a plethora of fine dining experiences, upscale shopping, and luxury residences along the palm tree-lined streets, Beverly Hills has everything you could dream of and more. 

 

Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping

Beverly Hills is the epicenter for world-renowned entertainment, fine dining, and high-end boutiques and designer brands, including Cartier, Maison Margiela, Hermès, Rimowa, Balenciaga, and Burberry.

The Polo Lounge , an institution for the perfect Hollywood power lunch, exudes class  and features American cuisine with an Italian twist. Spago, the flagship restaurant of  Wolfgang Puck, features market-driven fare from a seasonal a la carte menu and a multicourse California tasting menu. Indulge in authentic, artisanal, and traditional Mexican fare at Frida Mexican Cuisine. Head to Honor Bar for shareable snacks, delectable sandwiches, and top-notch cocktails in a cozy, upscale setting. Pie Room by Gwen is a sweet and savory pie shop by celebrity chef Curtis Stone and pastry chef Amy Taylor. Experience an elegant ambiance while dining on a roasted prime rib of beef served tableside at Lawry’s The Prime Rib. Nate ‘n Al’s is a bustling deli with a casual vibe featuring classic deli favorites such as house rye, corned beef, and pastrami. Nozawa Bar is an intimate sushi bar experience serving tradition-based omakase sushi meals.

 

Things to Do

There are several unexpected, hidden slices of lush nature and pristine green spaces and parks throughout Beverly Hills. For the quintessential Beverly Hills experience, stroll the nearly two-mile length of Beverly Hills Gardens Park starting at Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevard and ending at Doheny and Santa Monica Boulevard, the location of the iconic Beverly Hills Sign. 

Built in 1911, the Robinson mansion was one of the first homes in Beverly Hills and was known for hosting the area’s most legendary parties. It was not uncommon to glimpse LA’s movers and shakers entering and leaving the estate. Today, the Virginia Robinson Gardens is recognized as not only a historical landmark, but also as an exotic paradise that sightseers are invited to enjoy by appointment only.

Built in 1928 for the son of a prominent oil baron, Greystone Mansion encompasses acres of lush parkland. It was bought by the city of Beverly Hills in 1965, and today visitors can enjoy the beautiful gardens, fountain, pool, and inner courtyard area. This expansive estate is famous for being used in an array of films and TV shows. 

Beverly Gardens Park plays host to the bi-annual Beverly Hills Art Show. Each spring and fall, locals and visitors alike flock to this time-honored event to buy and browse art in various mediums, including watercolor, paint, jewelry, sculpture, and pottery. Concerts on Canon is a summer outdoor concert series featuring a diverse array of upbeat music, from jazz and classic standards to big band and popular local bands. 

 

Parade with your pup at the annual Woofstock 90210. This cherished spectacle for dogs and their owners features all things pet-related, from adoptions, vendors, a parade, talent show, and live entertainment. Stock up on the finest fresh California-grown fruits and vegetables, juices, breads, specialty items, and more at the Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market.

 

Schools

Beverly Hills is served by the excellent Beverly Hills Unified School District. Schools include:

• Beverly Hills High School, 9-12
• El Rodeo Elementary, K-8
• Beverly Vista Elementary, K-5