We had decided to drive from Santa Barbara straight to Los Angeles, rather than stop off in Malibu. It was a difficult choice but it gave us the chance to spend the afternoon enjoying the hike from Griffith Park all the way up to the peak of Mt Hollywood and the iconic Hollywood Sign, via the landmark Griffith Observatory. It was sunny and hot, but we really enjoyed the epic uphill journey and the stunning views of the world famous sign and panoramas across the sprawling metropolis below. We had an amazing time and it was such an unforgettable experience...a great start to our time in Los Angeles.