#9 Some people say West Hollywood is now an autonomous gay city within L.A., and the cliché that most of Hollywood is gay often seems quite true. But this city of dreams (and nightmares) is also home to gay-friendly beaches and outdoor activities thanks to its pleasant year-round weather. It hosts major gay events and there's a multitude of gay bars and clubs -- just be warned that in this city, one spot may be the place to go on one weekend but so-last-week by the next.