Since it�s a mainly residential area, Bel Air doesn�t have endless dining and shopping options within its perimeters. However, its location puts it in close proximity to Los Angeles� world-class dining, so the hottest spots are only a short car ride away.

What Bel Air itself may lack in quantity it more than makes up for in quality, as the few restaurants in the area are hard to beat.�The Bel-Air Restaurant, for instance, is a favorite spot, serving pasta, seafood, fresh vegetables, and more, as well as traditional cocktails and high-end wines.

There are also dining options housed within one of Bel Air�s main attractions:�Hotel Bel-Air.�Wolfgang Puck�offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with special brunch, afternoon tea, dessert, and cocktail menus.�The Bar & Lounge�serves small plates and drinks in a sophisticated environment, housing a sleek grand piano and exquisite fireplace. Part of the Dorchester Collection, the hotel also offers signature suites with private patios, a pool, and several courtrooms and meeting rooms in which to hold events.

The�Bel-Air Country Club�is another popular spot in the area, especially since Tom Doak�s 2018 golf course renovation. If golf isn�t your style but you still want to flex your athletic prowess, check out one of the several tennis courts. In addition to the state-of-the-art sports facilities, meals and cocktails are also available to members in a sophisticated setting with stunning views.

Speaking of stunning views,�Stone Canyon Overlook�is another destination offering exactly that. With unparalleled views of Stone Canyon Reservoir and the surrounding mountains, residents can take in views spanning from the Palos Verdes Peninsula to Catalina Island.

Every fall, Bel Air shows off its status as an entertainment hub by hosting the�Town of Bel Air Film Festival. The objective is to present original, high-caliber films that otherwise may not have the opportunity to be seen in the area.