Visit Beverly Hills says The Flats epitomize the California aesthetic, with wide, tree-lined streets up to 70 feet across designed under urban planner Wilbur David Cook's master plan, bounded by Santa Monica Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, Doheny Road and Wilshire Boulevard. It describes the flat streets as ideal for walkers and runners, with restaurants such as the Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel a short walk away.
| Topic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best for | Walking, running and a quiet residential stay near Rodeo Drive |
| Trade-offs | Residential; fewer visitor services than the Golden Triangle (our assessment) |
| Getting around | Free weekend trolley (Civic Center to Rodeo Drive); Metro buses $1.75; D Line at Wilshire/La Cienega |
| Key places | The Beverly Hills Hotel, Beverly Gardens Park |
| Nearby | Golden Triangle, Flats North |
What to see and do
Beverly Gardens Park, a 1.9-mile linear park, runs along Santa Monica Boulevard (Visit Beverly Hills). We publish no hotel or restaurant rankings or prices.
Practical notes
See transportation for fares and the hotels guide for lodging taxes. Hours, prices and access rules change; confirm with each venue. Many Beverly Hills neighborhoods are private residential streets, so respect residents.
Our assessment
Walk The Flats after a visit to the Golden Triangle.