Stargazing in Hollywood
Hollywood Sign | Photo: Yuri Hasegawa
Mososaurus Splash at Jurassic World - The Ride | Photo: Universal Studios Hollywood
Fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl | Photo: LA Phil
You can do and see so much in Hollywood! Most of its 30 square miles are walkable, meaning that you can take a hike in its iconic hills, enjoy a Michelin-starred meal, then catch an A-list show, all on the same day and all on foot. But to truly experience Hollywood, we recommend staying for three days - or longer!
Since the turn of the Millennium, Hollywood has been significantly revitalized while retaining much of its storied Tinseltown charm. The district remains literally synonymous with the American movie industry (which is commonly referred to as simply “Hollywood”), as notable film studios still abound in the area. But the neighborhood’s recent rebirth also includes diverse new hotels, with upscale properties like the landmark W Hotel becoming symbols of the “new Hollywood.”
With countless attractions both historic and contemporary, indoors and out, Hollywood is the perfect place to make maximum memories during your LA visit.
From budget to luxury, the perfect hotel is waiting to host your trip to Los Angeles. Browse the Discover LA directory and book your stay today!
From classic restaurants to contemporary dining, you'll dine like a star at these Hollywood restaurants.
This classic, iconic diner at the foot of the Hollywood Hills is known as a Swingers, Gilmore Girls and Entourage location and is frequented by celebs in real life.
Nestled amidst studios and theaters on Hollywood’s Theatre Row, it's no surprise to spot “name” actors dining and strategizing here over the all-day brunch and bottomless mimosas.
Dress to impress at this Caribbean-leaning Sunset Boulevard restaurant where, as well as actors and musicians, you’ll find their stylists noshing and networking in bougie yet comfy surroundings.
Enjoy brunch on one of LA's loveliest patios, featuring favorites like the Moroccan Breakfast, Paul's "Big Boy" Breakfast and Hearth Roasted Mary's Half-Chicken.
Named one of America's Classics by the James Beard Foundation, Yuca's has been serving Yucatán-style tacos, burritos, tortas and classic double cheeseburger at its roadside stand since 1976.
A cozy farm-driven kitchen that supports regenerative agriculture while serving seasonal menus of flavorful, chef-crafted bowls and salads to-go or on a cluster of sidewalk tables.
Enjoy lighter menu options like salads, vegetable medleys, and mocktails – and the company of lifelike Leonardo DiCaprio and Zendaya replicas – in the heart of Hollywood.
Helmed by Guerrilla Tacos founder Wes Avila, Ka'teen serves Yucatán-inspired fare in a lush, 5,000 square-foot outdoor dining space that feels like an escape.
The Hollywood location of the legendary Naples pizzeria where Julia Roberts dines in Eat Pray Love features two patios and a wood-fired oven cranking out fantastic pies.
Evan Funke's Mother Wolf has been a celeb favorite since Day One. Highlights include fried artichokes, classic cacio e pepe and Roman-style thin crust pizzas.
One of LA's first-ever three-star Michelin restaurants, Providence features Chef Michael Cimarusti's Asian-influenced seafood with a focus on sustainability that earned Providence a Green Star.
Named for their beloved grandmother, Curtis and Luke Stone's Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant and butcher shop is an Art Deco temple to meat with crystal chandeliers and a roaring fireplace.
Located a block from Paramount Studios, the Michelin-starred Kali is a sleek, sun-splashed space that offers a more casual setting than expected for Chef Kevin Meehan's high-end California cuisine.
Chef Jordan Kahn combines primal live-fire cooking and a zero-waste philosophy into a singular dining experience that showcases sustainably sourced wild and organic ingredients.
Helmed by Chef Nancy Silverton, Osteria Mozza celebrates traditional Italian cuisine and seasonality, from the iconic Mozzarella Bar to the signature Rosemary Olive Oil Cakes and 5-course Pasta Tasting Menu.
Tucked inside Japan House on Level 5 of Ovation Hollywood, UKA offers three options for its elegant kaiseki experience - three, five and nine-course prix fixe menus.
Go behind the scenes of a legendary studio, explore artifacts from Hollywood's Golden Age and experience world-class performances at some of LA's greatest venues.
Go behind the screens on a studio tour and enjoy movie-themed rides and experiences including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at this “Ultimate Hollywood Movie Experience.”
As well as offering glimpses of stars’ lifestyles, celebrity homes' bus tours have become rather kitschy Hollywood fixtures in themselves, gathering global guests on guided itineraries.
Movie buffs gather outside the Dolby during the Academy Awards ceremony, which it has hosted since 2001, as well as being home to televised theatrical performances including American Idol.
Watch a taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, then stop by the adjacent Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop for sweet treats.
Discover Max Factor's make-up rooms, where Marilyn Monroe became a blonde and Lucille Ball became a redhead.
Fool your friends by posing with incredibly realistic celebrity likenesses on the red carpet or at a glitzy party, with props and costumes provided to help you look the part.
Meet at the Dolby Theatre, board the double decker bus and stay at any of the attractions on the route as long as you like.
Step into the shoes - literally - of generations of celebs that have left their hand- and footprints in the Forecourt of the Stars.
Nestled into a bucolic hillside setting just steps from bustling Hollywood, the Bowl is a must for music fans, hosting A-list acts and often very affordable classical concerts from Jun-Sep.
None of The Ford’s 1,200 seats are more than 96 feet from its stage, making it hard to beat for summer entertainment in the hills and under the stars.
This updated monument to Old Hollywood has been radically revitalized by Live Nation, the world’s largest live music company, to host the absolute best in global touring acts.
An elegant 1930 landmark that has hosted everything from The Cure and Shakira to Broadway-style productions including The Lion King, Wicked and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Opened in 1935, the Griffith Observatory is one of LA’s greatest cultural icons and renowned for its memorable appearances in La La Land and Rebel Without a Cause.
This section of sprawling Griffith Park, speckled with caves, is known as a backdrop for movies and TV including the '60s Batman series, The A-Team, Bonanza and The Lone Ranger.
This 1929 Art Deco apartment building is both a living monument to old Hollywood and lent its Mayan-influenced exterior to the Beastie Boys’ Spike Jonze-directed “Sabotage” video.
Hollywood's oldest restaurant serves an iconic Martini and has appeared in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Bosch and Mad Men.
Tupac Shakur’s “To Live & Die in LA” video features Roscoe's, which also appears in Tapeheads and Jackie Brown, in Ludacris lyrics, and is a favorite of Snoop Dogg.
It may surprise visitors and Angelenos alike that Hollywood offers an array of free and super-affordable outdoor activities and attractions.
Explore another side of Tinseltown on the many hidden staircases linking the winding streets of historic Hollywood Heights.
A stunning, stately 62-acre park-like setting and cultural landmark adorned with beautiful, poignant memorials including those of George Harrison, Jayne Mansfield and Cecil B. DeMille.
Start at Griffith Park Lot 1 or 2, follow signs or directions, and get up-close to this LA icon and enjoy stunning city views. Allow 3-4 hours and take water!
Stroll the 2,800 sidewalk stars that comprise the Walk of Fame, stop for a selfie with your faves, and enjoy the buskers, celebrity impersonators, and souvenir shops along the way.
Surprisingly rugged 1,600 acres that directly abut urban Hollywood with a 2.7-mile hiking loop frequented by dog walkers, celebs and fitness freaks alike.
This 11.5-acre National Historic Landmark is an architectural and landscaping marvel centered on the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Hollyhock House, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Located near the iconic intersection of Hollywood and Vine, The Montalbán screens movies on its rooftop OASIS, which is outfitted with a bar, concession stand and kitchen.
Saddle up for an unforgettable ride on horseback and enjoy up-close views of the Hollywood Sign and panoramic cityscapes.
Shop till you drop, whether you're into vinyl, pop culture, vintage wear or want to live your dream of being a rock god.
One of those rare stores that has become a tourist destination, this independent legend is a wonderland of physical entertainment media - primarily new/used records and CDs, but also DVD/VHS.
This 40,000 square-foot wonderland of pop culture spans the Star Wars, Marvel and DC Universes; Disney/Pixar, sports, music and much more.
A bustling, expansive instrument store with a Who’s Who of celeb clientele, this flagship Guitar Center also boasts an entryway Rockwalk inspired by the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Located on a red-hot stretch of Sycamore Avenue, Supervinyl is the brainchild of Lucky Jeans co-founder Barry Perlman. The selection includes rare Japanese pressings and Beyoncé is a fan.
Shop like a star amidst the stars on Melrose Avenue between Fairfax and La Brea, where myriad unique boutiques include Wasteland’s trove of designer, contemporary and vintage pieces.
Enjoy drinks with a side of panoramic city views, then get into the LA groove at Hollywood's best nightclubs.
Take a trip to the French Riviera at the chic Bar Lis, which evokes the South of France with a water fountain, plush banquettes and dozens of cypress trees.
Pioneertown meets Tinseltown at the retro Desert 5 Spot, the rooftop bar and live music venue at Hollywood Volume.
Spanning the Dream Hollywood's entire top floor, it's rosé all day at The Highlight Room, which boasts panoramic views from the Hollywood Sign to Downtown LA.
Located on The Godfrey's 7th floor, the 12,000 square-foot I|O Rooftop features indoor and outdoor bars, pool and sundeck
In October 2024, the W Hollywood emerged from a complete renovation that includes the rooftop WET Deck, which now boasts luxury cabanas, daybeds and two bars.
Academy is the Hollywood home for Insomniac, the company best known for festivals like Electric Daisy Carnival. Parties here often spotlight niche styles of dance music.
Historic nightclub updated with state-of-the sound, lights and visuals, where the Beatles once played and today’s A-listers gather (Bruce Willis even had his birthday party here!)
Dating to 1942, Boardner's is a classic LA bar - it's small, dark, and makes you feel like you've stepped into a Film Noir.
Once a regular haunt of Judy Garland and Charles Bukowski and today a popular film location, this storied bar was also the last place the Black Dahlia was seen alive.
Inspired by their dad's 1970s bachelor pad, the Houston Brothers created Good Times at Davey Wayne's, a groovy indoor-outdoor live music venue with an Astroturf patio and ice cream truck.
Formerly Lost Property, LP Vinyl Bar features craft cocktails and a rotating lineup of DJs hosted by KCRW's own Raul Campos.
This $10-million “clubstaurant” features touch-sensitive tables and moving 4K digital screens, velvet booths and Vegas-style showgirls.
If you're heavy into dance music, you'll likely find a can't-miss event at the small but mighty Sound no matter when you're staying in Hollywood.
Live out your dreams of hanging out in Mos Eisley at Scum & Villainy Cantina, a replica of Tatooine's "wretched hive" situated in the heart of Hollywood. Cosplay is encouraged!
Located on the Mezzanine of the Hollywood Roosevelt, The Spare Room is a high-end gaming parlor with two vintage bowling lanes and fancy punch bowls that are ideal for groups.