Los Angeles International Airport 33 min
Hollywood Sign (17 min) Erected in 1923, this symbolic landmark on Mount Lee is often viewed from Griffith Park Observatory. Universal Studios Hollywood (6 min) Sprawling amusement park with a cinema theme, featuring rides, restaurants, shops & shows. Hollywood Walk of Fame (5 min) Famous Hollywood sidewalk area emblazoned with stars & celebrity names since 1960. Hollywood Bowl (17 min) Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater. Griffith Park (8 min) Urban oasis featuring hiking & equestrian trails, plus city views, the Greek Theatre & L.A. Zoo. The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum (16 min) Ice Age–fossil excavation site with an adjacent museum, plus a re-created prehistoric garden. Griffith Observatory (17 min) This art deco landmark from 1935 features a high-tech planetarium, public telescopes & city views. TCL Chinese Theatre (10 min) This iconic, opulent theater hosts movie premieres & immortalizes hand- & footprints of the stars. Universal CityWalk Hollywood (9 min) High-energy hub of shops, eateries & nightclubs plus entertainment such as a cinema & bowling alley. Los Angeles Zoo (14 min) Zoo & botanical gardens open since 1966 containing more than 250 animal species & 800 plant species. Universal Studio Tour (12 min) Long-running tram tour at Universal Studios Hollywood exploring 4 acres of movie & TV-show backlots. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (16 min) This 20-acre campus with diverse collections spanning art history also offers screenings & concerts. Madame Tussauds Hollywood (11 min) Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries. Dolby Theatre (8 min) Besides the Oscars, this chic, state-of-the-art theater hosts film premieres, shows & public tours. Hollywood & Highland (7 min) Landmark district boasts The Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, designer shops, nightlife & restaurants. |