Bel Air

 

Nestled between two mountainous parks, Franklin Canyon Park and Westridge-Canyonback Wilderness Park, Bel Air carries a serene and secluded vibe. To the west of Westridge-Canyonback Wilderness Park are state parks belonging to Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area with many hiking trails. Bel Air is also home to Stone Canyon Overlook and Getty View Park, enhancing Bel Air’s peaceful atmosphere. Bel Air rests atop the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountain Range, lending its homes extraordinary views of these mountain ranges. Bel Air homes are lavish estates or modern-styled mansions, often designed with glass walls or partially outdoor living spaces to maximize views. They often contain multiple car garages, pools, and sprawling gardens or lawns. Award-winning Montalba Architects reside in the area and have designed Bel Air homes. Residents love this peaceful enclave being only a 30-minute drive to Santa Monica Pier, Los Angeles International Airport, or Downtown Los Angeles.
 

Bel Air is home to celebrities and people who enjoy being close to a large city but outside of the immediate hustle and bustle of one. Bel Air is a place to live luxuriously, with Bel-Air Country Club within neighborhood limits and sumptuous restaurants to dine. To the west of this neighborhood’s border is another picturesque country club, MountainGate Country Club. Hotel Bel-Air is a beautiful place to host weddings or send guests, offering a spa with body treatments, massages, nail care, and facials. To take in Bel Air’s natural beauty, residents love hiking the Getty Trail, an easily accessed trail within Getty View Park.

Bel Air residents enjoy the peace and comfort of their own homes, a place they love relaxing in or inviting friends or family over for a dinner party. They enjoy the remote feeling of this neighborhood without losing the benefits of being close to a bustling downtown or more commercial areas of the city. Bel Air is a place to rest and luxuriate in the beauty of this neighborhood’s natural setting. It is a place to escape fast-paced living.

With so many options for a great meal, the locals are spoiled for choice. Beverly Glen Deli is a family-owned restaurant and deli with espresso drinks, breakfast, lunch, and a dinner menu. It is cozy and low-key. Il Segreto Ristorante is a delectable place to dine with menu items like their hand-made Al Tartufo Pizza with mozzarella and fresh black truffle. Wolfgang Puck at Hotel Bel-Air is another local favorite. Manny’s Pizzeria is a casual dining spot to grab a classic sub sandwich, pizza, or pasta salad.

The Getty Center and The Fowler Museum at UCLA rest right outside neighborhood limits, both places to connect with local and global art. Skirball Cultural Center is a Jewish museum showcasing historical exhibits and offers courses, talks, and readings. The Bel Air Film Festival is an annual event premiering independent films for the world to see. When it comes to outdoor exercise, the Getty Trail, Whoops Trailhead, Kenter Trailhead, and Tigertail Trailhead are easily accessible from Bel Air. The University of California Los Angeles’ Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden is another nearby beautiful place to soak up the wonders of thriving plant life in this region.

Bel Air is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District.