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Ep. 9 | Beverly Hills, CA: Rodeo Drive, 5-Star Hotels, Fine Dining


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In Beverly Hills, you can shop for designer clothes along the world-famous Rodeo Drive, dine at upscale restaurants, such as the new Monsieur Dior cafe, get pampered at a luxury spa, or stay overnight in an iconic 5-star hotel, like the Waldor Astoria Beverly Hills.

Guest: Julie Wagner, CEO of Beverly Hills Conference & Visitor’s Bureau

Must Do's:

Can’t Miss Culinary Experiences:
  •  Enjoy brunch at The Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel for a quintessential old Hollywood experience.
  • Golden hour cocktails or dinner at one of Beverly Hills’ stunning rooftops: Poza at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, Dante at The Maybourne Beverly Hills, The Rooftop at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Indulge in a luxury spa experience – notable options include:
  • La Prairie Spa at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
  • The Peninsula Spa at Peninsula Beverly Hills
  • The Spa at The Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel (a Forbes 5-Star Spa)
Go on a Shopping Spree on Rodeo Drive & Beverly Drive
  • Enjoy a world-famous luxury shopping street lined with designer boutiques and flagship stores including Givenchy, Gucci, GEARYS Rolex, Patek Philippe, and a refreshed Grand Seiko store
  • Beverly Drive is now home to flagships from L'Agence and Veronica Beard, along with the relocation of Zadig & Voltaire and remodel of Maje—The street is also seeing momentum in athleisure, with G/FORE, Wilson
  • Grab lunch on Rodeo Drive at the new Monsieur Dior by Dominique Crenn  
Visit Beverly Gardens Park
  • Visit the Electric Fountain: A classic Beverly Hills landmark, especially beautiful when illuminated at night and included in notable films such as Clueless, which celebrated its 30th anniversary this year
  • Walk along the Lily Pond and snap a photo of the Beverly Hills Sign
Explore Beverly Hills Arts Scene on foot
  • The 5.71-square-mile Beverly Hills is best explored on foot
  • City’s curated “Happy Trails” walking routes, including: An Artist's Dream trail highlights art throughout the City—Beverly Hills is an unexpected haven for art lovers and is home to 100 public sculptural works of art including the Hymn of Life: Tulips by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama which will return to Beverly Gardens Park
  • Notable galleries and Museums in the City the Mr. Brainwash Museum, by Bansky protégé, Gagosian, and Winn Slavin Fine Art
  • The bi-annual Beverly Hills Art Show (May and October) highlights ~250 global artists—This event is free to the public and beyond the art offers food and drink, live music and more
 Explore the Historic Mansions of Beverly Hills
  • Discover the grounds of Virginia Robinson Gardens, a historic estate with lush gardens and stunning views
  • Greystone Mansion & Gardens: The Doheny Estate invites guests to stroll through the public areas on the grounds which have seen the filming of many iconic films including Ghostbusters, The Fabulous Baker Boys, Richie Rich, and more
What's New:     

Arhaus Terrace and Poza at L’Ermitage
  • For the first time in hotel history, the L’Ermitage rooftop is open to the public
  • New rooftop restaurant and lounge with California-coastal cuisine and 360° views of Los Angeles
Restaurants opened/opening their first West Coast outposts in Beverly Hills
  • Dante at The Maybourne—Perfect for rooftop cocktails, Italian-inspired fare, and sweeping city views
  • Marea Beverly Hills—Acclaimed NYC coastal Italian restaurant brings refined seafood and pasta to the Golden Triangle dining scene
  • Sant Ambroeus
  • Pura Vida Miami
  • Avra Beverly Hills
  • 88 Club—Helmed by celebrity chef Mei Lin (Top Chef winner and James Beard nominated), this new supper-club style dining spot blending modern Chinese flavors, crafted cocktails, and a hidden speakeasy feel
Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills—Boldly reimagined concept in the former Barneys New York building, featuring six levels of luxury shopping under one roof and 15 personal styling suites

One Beverly Hills
  • 17.5-acre mixed-use urban oasis residences, anchored by Aman Beverly Hills
  • 10 acres of gardens and open space, 4.5 acres will be open to the public
  • Includes 200,000 sqft luxury retail, dining, and a refurbished Beverly Hilton hotel, the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, and newly built 78 all-suite Aman hotel, residences, and a private members club
  • Set for phased opening starting in 2027
Additional 2026 highlights include:
  • 100th Anniversary of Route 66
  • Sports Tourism: NBA All-Star Weekend (February 2026),  FIFA World Cup (June 2026), U.S. Women’s Golf Open (June 2026) 
For more information, visit LoveBeverlyHills.com










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