The innovative and technology-centered neighborhood of Culver City is bursting with activity. With a population of just over 40,000, this creative city has everything you could want in one neighborhood. The excellent transportation system is a lifesaver for commuters, walkable streets make shopping a breeze, and catching an event in the vibrant
Culver City Arts District is a favorite way for the locals to explore the best of downtown living.
Incorporated in 1917, Culver City was destined to become the “Heart of Screenland.” Harry H. Culver made big plans for this area by bringing the movie-making business to the neighborhood. Classic films like Gone With the Wind, Citizen Kane, and The Wizard of Oz were filmed here and today, Culver City is home to Sony Pictures Studios and The Culver Studios. Located outside of Los Angeles, Culver City is an eclectic, energetic, and affordable place to live with dozens of opportunities to explore a classic California lifestyle.
What to Love
- The vibrant shopping and dining scene in the downtown district
- Walkable neighborhoods with tree-lined streets and large, single-family homes
- Home to historic places and loaded with film-making memorabilia
Local Lifestyle
Residents of Culver City are a mix of young families, professionals, entrepreneurs, and artists. Historically home to artists of all genres, Culver City embodies a creative lifestyle. Residents enjoy unique dining options with fun and fresh menus, eclectic boutiques, and vast outdoor spaces like the Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, an outdoor wonderland for nature enthusiasts. Culver City is a walkable community nestled between Ladera Heights and Playa Vista and offers easy commutes to Los Angeles with excellent public and private school options for families. If you’re looking to live in a neighborhood vibrant with California history and plenty of things to do, Culver City is the place to be!
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Inspired by coastal Mediterranean cuisine,
margot offers an elegant dining experience and rooftop dining room that provides guests with 360-degree views of Culver City. Enjoy a Sunday vegan
brunch or enjoy dinner on the roof as the sun sets in the distance. Margot is the perfect spot for celebrations, date nights, and a relaxing drink with friends. For a more casual option, visit Loqui on Washington Boulevard.
Loqui embodies the flavorful and soulful traditions of Mexico. Offering fresh, simple meals, Loqui brings Mexican spirit to Culver City. Locals love the family taco kit and the delicious, homemade chips and salsa!
Destroyer is a minimalist, day-time-only restaurant serving Scandinavian-inspired breakfast and lunch cuisine. Its futuristic atmosphere and menu are truly unique and the open kitchen is buzzing with culinary artists whipping up quirky and delicious meals. The menu features raw oatmeal with almond milk and a vanilla disc on top, honey-roasted mushroom salad, crispy chicken schnitzel, and a loaded avocado confit. Make sure to have your camera out — each dish
looks too perfect to eat!
Make yourself at home at Citizen Public Market, located in a historic landmark in the heart of Culver City. Formerly the site of the Culver City Publishing Company, the Citizen Public Market is a 7,500 square foot hall offering the best food and drink options in the area. Committed to culinary entrepreneurship and sustainable practices, the market is a great place to gather with friends and support local businesses. Open from sunup to sundown, the market connects chefs and entrepreneurs to the community and has become one of Culver City’s top destinations.
Things to Do
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook offers breathtaking views of the Los Angeles skyline and a new, state-of-the-art visitor’s center. Rediscover Los Angeles from a 500-foot peak and listen to the history of the land where the overlook resides, which has now become a symbol of restoration and conservation. The scenic overlook also offers hiking trails and an expansive 56-acre park exploding with natural wildlife.
Visit the most historic and exciting movie studio in the world! The
Sony Pictures Studio Tour is the site of famous films like
The Wizard of Oz and the filming location of
Jeopardy! and
Wheel of Fortune. Enjoy a two-hour tour through the historic space, view costumes from various famous films and television shows at the
Sony Pictures Museum, and catch a glimpse of modern movie-making on a contemporary soundstage.
The home of adventurous new work,
Kirk Douglas Theatre operates as a performance arts center and playhouse. Built-in 1946, this historic theater is part of the Center Theatre Group, which not only showcases some of the best films and theater performances but also brings educational
opportunities to the Culver City community.
Visit A Purposeful Rescue, a non-profit animal rescue serving the greater Los Angeles area, to bring home a new family member! This 501c organization rescues abandoned pups and hosts unique events to match dogs in need with foster and forever families. The rescue even has their own wine to help save animals in need called Rescue Rosé.
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