Healthy living in Los Angeles is a delight with biking trails like the Marvin Braude Bike Way. The scenic path takes riders along the coast from Santa Monica Boulevard down past Torrance Boulevard. Of course, plenty of eateries are available along the way to replenish and nourish bikers, with cuisines ranging from exotic to comforting American favorites.

The Eastern Columbia Building in Downtown L.A. is quite a sight, with its turquoise terra cotta and gold leaf, art-deco exterior. This is just one of the many converted upscale condo loft buildings in the Historic Core District, where classic details of the 1920s and ’30s are fused with modern amenities to create living spaces steeped in architectural and cultural legacy.