Norwalk, California is located in the southeastern region of Los Angeles County. The area was first settled by Europeans in the late 1760's and was not incorporated until 1957. The city has been recognized for its grade school educational programs, family friendliness, and community services and youth development. Although the city was once the center of the dairy industry for the region, today the economy is much more diversified.
There are a number of attractions to keep you entertained during a visit to Norwalk. The Hargitt House was built in 1891 and is a residential landmark for the community. The Gilbert Sproul Museum offers a variety of exhibits from the Sproul family (the founding family of Norwalk).
The climate in Norwalk is typical for this region of Southern California. The summers are dry and pleasant. High temperatures stay well under 90F. There is very little (if any) measurable rainfall accumulation. Winter low temperatures stay well above freezing, but rainfall totals can reach almost 4 inches per month.
Cheap flights to Norwalk come in through Daugherty Field Airport (LGB) - about 12 miles from the city - which services the area. There are cheap airline tickets from New York that will start around $250 US almost any month of the year. Flying in from San Francisco will cost almost twice as much, but cheap airline tickets can still be found for around $500 US.
There are a wide range of accommodations around Norwalk - from the modern to the plain - and you will be able to find something to fit your needs and your tastes. Cheap hotels in Norwalk can offer rates starting around $70 US. Cheap hotels rooms near the heart of the city can start around $150 US.