Guidebook for Los Angeles
Getting Around
This will be your transportation gateway to everything in Los Angeles. Go North to check out Universal Studios & Universal City Walk; go Southeast to head down to Downtown Los Angeles or Long Beach.
221 locals recommend
Hollywood / Highland station
6815 Hollywood BlvdThis will be your transportation gateway to everything in Los Angeles. Go North to check out Universal Studios & Universal City Walk; go Southeast to head down to Downtown Los Angeles or Long Beach.
Parks & Nature
Head to Runyon Canyon for some exercise and see views of Downtown LA and Hollywood. (Closed due to repairs; will reopen August 2016.)
2445 locals recommend
Runyon Canyon Park
2000 N Fuller AveHead to Runyon Canyon for some exercise and see views of Downtown LA and Hollywood. (Closed due to repairs; will reopen August 2016.)
Nice views of the city. Hiking trail from Fern Dell up to the Observatory, and another trail from the Observatory level going up a mountain.
4367 locals recommend
Griffith Observatory
2800 E Observatory RdNice views of the city. Hiking trail from Fern Dell up to the Observatory, and another trail from the Observatory level going up a mountain.
Food Scene
When in California, buy some In-N-Out burgers and animal-style fries! Only a 10 minute walk from the studio.
384 locals recommend
In-N-Out Burger
7009 Sunset BlvdWhen in California, buy some In-N-Out burgers and animal-style fries! Only a 10 minute walk from the studio.
The ONLY Chick-fil-A in Hollywood is only a 5 minute walk. Closed on Sundays.
98 locals recommend
Chick-fil-A
6750 Sunset BlvdThe ONLY Chick-fil-A in Hollywood is only a 5 minute walk. Closed on Sundays.
Get something tasty and healthy at the same time at Veggie Grill. 10 minute walk from the studio.
213 locals recommend
Veggie Grill
8000 Sunset BlvdGet something tasty and healthy at the same time at Veggie Grill. 10 minute walk from the studio.
Get some coffee and treats at this coffee bar. 3-5 minute walk from the studio.
35 locals recommend
Javista Organic Coffee Bar
1532 Sunset BlvdGet some coffee and treats at this coffee bar. 3-5 minute walk from the studio.
Luv2Eat Thai Bistro, Sushi Q, Roros Chicken, Pizza Hut, Subway, and 7-11. 3 minute walk.
19 locals recommend
Luv2eat Thai Bistro
6660 Sunset BlvdLuv2Eat Thai Bistro, Sushi Q, Roros Chicken, Pizza Hut, Subway, and 7-11. 3 minute walk.
Guests dine on American breakfast & lunch fare at this no-frills cafe or opt for takeout. 3 minute walk.
Ponchik Factory
6601 Sunset BlvdGuests dine on American breakfast & lunch fare at this no-frills cafe or opt for takeout. 3 minute walk.
Casual, hands-on joint for Cajun crawfish, shrimp & lobster with a choice of seasonings & spices. 6 minute drive / 23 minute walk.
17 locals recommend
Hot N Juicy Crawfish
7100 Santa Monica BlvdCasual, hands-on joint for Cajun crawfish, shrimp & lobster with a choice of seasonings & spices. 6 minute drive / 23 minute walk.
Groundwork Coffee Co.
1501 N Cahuenga BlvdJust an 8 min. walk/2 min. drive.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
1460 Vine St4 min. drive/12 min. walk.
Apple Third Street Promenade
1415 3rd Street PromenadeCleo Hollywood
1717 Vine StreetTrendy. Romantic. Mediterranean food and tapas.
Romantic. Dim lighting. Has indoor and outdoor dining area/patio.
6 locals recommend
Sadie Kitchen and Lounge
1638 N Las Palmas AveRomantic. Dim lighting. Has indoor and outdoor dining area/patio.
SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa
600 W 7th StGreat for dates. Yummy sushi.
Katsuya Hollywood
6300 Hollywood BlvdDim lighting and romantic. Great Japanese food.
Stout Burgers & Beers
1544 N Cahuenga BlvdBurgers and beers.
Running Goose
1620 N Cahuenga Blvd Tapas/Small Plates, Burgers, Gastropub and outdoor seating.
Birch
1634 N Cahuenga Blvd
Ball & Chain
1643 N Cahuenga BlvdEverything Else
Go for Sunday Mass or have a quick mass at 12:05pm M-F.
6 locals recommend
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
6657 Sunset BlvdGo for Sunday Mass or have a quick mass at 12:05pm M-F.
Sightseeing
Crossroads of the World has been called America's first outdoor shopping mall. It was designed by Robert V. Derrah and built in 1936.
Crossroads of the World
6671 Sunset BlvdCrossroads of the World has been called America's first outdoor shopping mall. It was designed by Robert V. Derrah and built in 1936.
Dolby Theatre
6801 Hollywood BlvdThree words: The Academy Awards!
Known as Mann's Chinese Theatre & now as TCL Chinese Theatre. Take photos with the handprints and footprints of the stars from the 1920s to now. 12-15 walk from the studio.
1423 locals recommend
TCL Chinese Theatres
6925 Hollywood BlvdKnown as Mann's Chinese Theatre & now as TCL Chinese Theatre. Take photos with the handprints and footprints of the stars from the 1920s to now. 12-15 walk from the studio.
See the wax figurines at the famous Madame Tussauds. 12-15 minute walk from the studio.
444 locals recommend
Madame Tussauds Hollywood
6933 Hollywood BlvdSee the wax figurines at the famous Madame Tussauds. 12-15 minute walk from the studio.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
517 Ocean Front WalkSanta Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica PierEntertainment & Activities
Watch a movie or two at the Cinerama Dome or at ArcLight. 10 minute walk from the studio.
772 locals recommend
Pacific Cinerama Dome
6360 Sunset BlvdWatch a movie or two at the Cinerama Dome or at ArcLight. 10 minute walk from the studio.
Catch a concert at the Palladium. See website for tickets and parking information.
91 locals recommend
Hollywood Palladium
6215 Sunset BlvdCatch a concert at the Palladium. See website for tickets and parking information.
Catch a show during the summer. Check out their schedule of events, buy tickets, and check parking by visiting their website.
1407 locals recommend
Hollywood Bowl
2301 Hollywood Bowl RdCatch a show during the summer. Check out their schedule of events, buy tickets, and check parking by visiting their website.
L.A. Live
800 W Olympic Blvd
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City PlazaDisneyland Park
1313 Disneyland DrCheck their website online to schedule a date and buy tickets.
225 locals recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
3400 Warner BlvdCheck their website online to schedule a date and buy tickets.
Paramount Pictures Studio Tour
5515 Melrose AveBe part of the studio live audience. Always try to get Priority Tickets, wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared to stand for a couple hours before heading inside. Check 1iota.com for FREE tickets and more information.
53 locals recommend
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
6840 Hollywood BlvdBe part of the studio live audience. Always try to get Priority Tickets, wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared to stand for a couple hours before heading inside. Check 1iota.com for FREE tickets and more information.
Be part of the studio live audience. Always try to get Priority Tickets, wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared to stand for a couple hours before heading inside. Check 1iota.com for FREE tickets and more information.
75 locals recommend
Television City
7800 Beverly BlvdBe part of the studio live audience. Always try to get Priority Tickets, wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared to stand for a couple hours before heading inside. Check 1iota.com for FREE tickets and more information.
Shopping
Every Sunday from 8 am to 1 pm. Bring comfy shoes and a reusable bag. Get some local fresh produce or even buy some California plants. 10-11 minute walk from the studio.
242 locals recommend
Hollywood Farmers’ Market
1600 Ivar AveEvery Sunday from 8 am to 1 pm. Bring comfy shoes and a reusable bag. Get some local fresh produce or even buy some California plants. 10-11 minute walk from the studio.
Shopping, food, and more at your local Target. 6 minute drive / 23 minute walk.
726 locals recommend
Target
735 S Figueroa StShopping, food, and more at your local Target. 6 minute drive / 23 minute walk.
Beautiful at night with the fountain and the lights. Catch a movie, eat at the many restaurants there, or take a free (short) ride on their trolley.
2581 locals recommend
The Grove
189 The Grove Dr Beautiful at night with the fountain and the lights. Catch a movie, eat at the many restaurants there, or take a free (short) ride on their trolley.
The Original Farmers Market
6333 W 3rd St