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Hollywood Attractions - Hollywood Walk of Fame - Hollywood Theatres - Hollywood Museums |
| Universal Studios Hollywood (818)508-9600. Located off the Hollywood Fwy. at the Universal Center Drive and Lankershim exits |
 For more than 90 years, Universal Studios has been bringing unique entertainment experiences to millions of people around the world. We do this through our motion pictures and home videos, theme parks and attractions, television networks and programming, and much more. We are in the business of thrills and chills as well as tears and laughter -- of inspiring wonder and ultimately transforming moments into lasting memories.
Universal Studios has broadened its reach as one of the leading entertainment companies in the world. The Universal global brand has come to stand for the finest in exciting, exhilarating entertainment. |
| Walk of Fame |
 World-famous Hollywood attraction features more than 2,000 stars honoring celebrities in motion pictures, television, recording, radio and theatre. The Walk is located on Hollywood Blvd. between La Brea and Gower and on Vine Street between Yucca and Sunset Blvd. Approximately 20 new stars are added each year. For information on upcoming ceremonies, call (213)469-8311 |
| Capitol Records |
 1750 N. Vine, at the historic intersection of Hollywood and Vine. Landmark building is one of Hollywood's icons and built like a stack of records. |
| Mann's Chinese Theatre |
6925 Hollywood Blvd., (213)464-8111  Grauman's Chinese Theatre is the most famous theatre in the world. Since its gala opening in May 1927, millions of movie patrons and visitors to Hollywood have been drawn to the theatre. They come to be entertained and enthralled by the legendary Chinese, home to the Forecourt of the Stars. The Chinese was the dream of Sid Grauman, "Hollywood's Master Showman." Filled with exotic art from China, the theatre's jade-green bronze roof rises 90 feet into the air. Spectacularly lit at night, the Chinese is a true Hollywood landmark. |
| The Original Farmers Market |
 3rd and Fairfax Ave., (213)933-9211. A Los Angeles tradition for over 60 years, features shops, produce, and a wide variety of dining establishments. |
| Griffith Park |
 Vermont Ave. at Los Feliz. The largest city park in the U.S. is home to the famous Hollywood Sign, the Griffith Observatory (213)664-1191, Autry Museum of Western Heritage (213)667-2000, Greek Theatre (213)480-3232, and other attractions. |
| Hollywood Bowl |
 2301 N. Highland Ave., (213)850-2000. This 18,000-seat internationally-renowned natural amphitheater is the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra. |
| Hollywood Entertainment Museum |
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| Paramount Pictures |
 5555 Melrose Ave., (213)956-5000. Longest continuously operating film studio in Hollywood. Considered by many to be the most beautiful of the major studios. Two-hour walking tours Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. $15. Start at Visitors Center. Children must be over 10. |
| Television Show Tapings |
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Audiences Unlimited, (818)506-0043. Write: 100 Universal City Plaza, Bldg. 153, Universal City, CA 91608 and include a return stamped envelope. Over 40 sitcoms, game and talk show tickets available. CBS, (213)852-2458. 7800 Beverly Blvd. Tickets for game and talk shows, and sitcom tapings. Paramount Pictures, (213)956-5575. 860 N. Gower St. Tickets available at Visitors Center up to five days in advance of tapings of Paramount's sitcoms and talk shows at the studio and other production facilities. |
Hollywood Entertainment Museum celebrates Hollywood the place and the entertainment arts of film, television, radio, sound recording and new media. The 33,000 square foot museum features technologically advanced, interactive exhibits, memorabilia, special exhibitions, a six-minute multi-screen video presentation and a studio backlot tour. The experience culminates in a visit to the original sets of Star Trek, The X-Files and Cheers. Designed to educate and entertain, a variety of programs and tailor-made tours are available to groups and individual visitors.