Norwalk, California travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Norwalk is a city in Los Angeles County in Southern California. It is 17 miles southeast of Downtown Los Angeles.

2 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to eat · 4 places to stay

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Best things about Norwalk

Hargitt House Museum

Built in 1891 by the D.D. Johnston family, the Hargitt House Museum was built in the architectural style of Victorian Eastlake. It was donated to the people of Norwalk by Charles ("Chun") Hargitt and Ida Hargitt.

Sproul Museum

Golf N Stuff

Putt-putt, go-karts, rides, arcade games, and so on.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Jan–Dec. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 45°F. Wettest: Jan and Feb. (climate data from nearby Lakewood)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
LGB Long Beach International Airport, Long Beach — 7 mi away (major hub). Directions
HHR Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport, Hawthorne — 14 mi away. Directions

Norwalk crosses the 5, 105, and 605 freeways and it's close to the 91 and 405 freeways.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Hargitt House Museum, Sproul Museum
Lunch Tacos Los Gueros
Afternoon Golf N Stuff
Dinner Mr. Rosewood Family Restaurant

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder