Stay clear of the San Fernando Valley… unless you’re going there for something specific. Or should I say, stay clear of Downtown San Fernando. In downtown L.A do not walk about at night alone. If you’re out here I highly recommend spending time in Burbank, Malibu, Santa Clarita, Santa Monica (but don’t be walking around there alone at night), Old Town Pasedena, The Promenade… etc. I recommend The Odysessy for dinner. However that is actually in downtown San Fernando, it’s good stuff. If you’re in Hollywood (you must shop Melrose)... be very careful where you park. It’s the city of parking tickets.