Zen Guide
By Sanne Stienstra, Citysearch Contributor
For some peace and perhaps a new perspective, plunge into Los Angeles’ most stress-free spots for eating, relaxing and discovering a serenity that’s all your own.
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Being in LA Wellness Center
2016 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Get away at this soothing Los Feliz wellness spa that offers organic treatments good for balancing mind, body and spirit with a side of beauty. -
Kinara Spa
656 N Robertson Blvd, West Hollywood, CA
Let go of your daily dilemmas with the Anti-Stress Package or an intricate signature massage. -
Yoga Works - Center for Yoga on Larchmont
230 1/2 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Drop by this calming Larchmont studio for a serene hatha class that will ease you into your downward dog. Namaste. -
Ra Organic Spa
119 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA
A guilt-free massage or facial at this environmentally-minded spa is the ideal first step toward overall health and wellness.
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M Cafe de Chaya
7119 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Treat your body like a temple with healthy macrobiotic eats and treats from this popular La Brea cafe. -
Jin Patisserie
1202 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA
Experience the outdoor tea garden and nibble on one of Kristy Choo's exotic chocolates made from Asian herbs and flowers for the ultimate escape. -
The Green Temple
1700 S Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA
With tranquil and luxuriant sights, smells and tastes, this hidden Riviera Village treasure provides vegetarian food for the soul. -
Terra Bella Cafe
1408 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA
Raw foodies present fresh, healthy and creative dishes that cleanse your system and stimulate your palate.
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Temescal Gateway Park
15601 Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA
This popular Westside hike provides breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and coastline. -
Malibu Bluffs Park
24250 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA
Natural calm and stunning ocean views make this Malibu spot a favorite for picnicking, frolicking and outdoor snuggling. -
Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA
While the renowned collection merits your attention, a stroll through the Japanese gardens evokes your quiet mind. -
Hopkins Wilderness Park
1102 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA
Eleven acres of lush forest and trails in the middle of suburban sprawl provide a beautiful retreat from reality. -
Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine
17190 W Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA
Inside this quiet 10-acre Palisades sanctuary hides a lakeside temple, gorgeous gardens and calm spaces for outdoor meditation.
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Bodhi Tree Bookstore
8585 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA
Escape the nearby hurdy gurdy of celebs and their hounds at this mellow West Melrose link to the Far East. -
Soothe Your Soul
417 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA
An assorted selection of meditative goodies includes everything you need to unwind, like aromatherapy eye pillows and Zen and massage books. -
Sunya Currie Collection
1130 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA
Enjoy the relaxed ambiance inside Abbot Kinney’s treasure trove for home furnishings, clothes and accessories from the Orient. -
M'Pressions
1700 S Catalina Ave Ste 104, Redondo Beach, CA
After a vegetarian soul food feast at The Green Temple, go next door to browse unique gift items, like incense, scented soaps and beaded purses.
