Photography

Photography is quite relaxed, but always ask before photographing people. Pay attention to the regulatrory notices where applicable. Restrictions may apply on places like government institutions etc.

Public Transport

Los Angeles does have a fairly comprehensive public transport system. Nearly all communities are served by buses, and a subway and light rail system hits many of the major area attractions. Still, Taxis remains by far the most popular mode of transportation. Cars, taxies, Buses and underground Metro Rail are the available options.

Religion

Population in Beverly Hills is predominantly Christians

Dress code

Wear what you prefer, since there is absolutely no restrictions on what and how you dress. However appropriate clothing is needed in winter season.

Credit Card

Credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are common place in the city. Almost all shops, restaurants and hotels accept major credit cards and some accept travelers chouse and selected foreign currencies.

Location

Beverly Hills is a city in the western part of Los Angeles County, California. Beverly Hills and the neighboring city of West Hollywood are together entirely surrounded by the city of Los Angeles. The area's "Platinum Triangle" of wealthy neighborhoods is formed by Beverly Hills and the Los Angeles neighborhoods of Bel-Air and Holmby Hills.

Time Zone

California Standard Time Zone: GMT/UTC -8 (Pacific Time)

Safety

Crime rate is on a decline and considered a relatively safe place for travellers. Due to the high level of hygiene in the US, infectious diseases will not be a significant concern for most travellers.

Language

Predominatly English and only pockets of minor communities speak native languages.

Currency & exchange

US Dollar (US$). American banknotes (bills) often confuse visitors: they're all the same size and the same colour. Bills come in denominations of 1, 2 (rare), 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars. Coins come in 1 (penny), 5 (nickel), 10 (dime), 25 (quarter) cent and 50 cent denominations while there is also a dollar coin available.

Voltage

110V   60Hz