Sightseeing in Hollywood, CA - what to see. Complete travel guide
Hollywood is an incredibly popular district of Los Angeles that is widely known around the world due to its tight connection with cinema industry. Initially the territory of Hollywood was nothing but a rancho. Then the owners of rancho created a main street that steadily filled with big houses, turning the street into a prosperous and prestigious place for living. The owners started charity activities and expanded the territory of the rancho, building churches, schools and libraries.
1. You can go on vacation at absolutely any time of the year without worrying about bad weather. In Hollywood, sunny and warm weather reigns all year round, rains are not often, while … 
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In Hollywood, there are many interesting cultural institutions. One of the most unusual is the Grauman’s Chinese Theater. This is a historical cinema, the opening of which took place back in 1927. It is attractive for its unusual appearance. Also, in front of the cinema, there is an interesting square, on which world famous celebrities left their fingerprints. Interesting excursions are conducted in the cinema for tourists, during which they can look into its most hidden corners. Also in the cinema are shows around the clock, in a variety of which everyone can choose the right one for himself.
A symbol for the area is the Hollywood Hills symbol HOLLYWOOD. It was installed in 1923 and served as an advertisement. Many years later, this temporary advertisement was never reconstructed. Now there are no excursions to this symbolic monument, but travelers can choose several places from which on it opens an excellent panoramic view. One of the most attractive viewing platforms is next to the Hollywood Reservoir, and another on Mulholland Drive.
There are a lot of stylish design hotels in Hollywood. Take for instance the upscale hotel W Hollywood, located within walking distance from the “Dolby Cinema”. Its rooms are elegantly … Open
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All fans of Jim Morrison in Hollywood must find the house in which the musician lived with Pamela Courson for several years. This house is located on Rothdell Trail. It was built in 1922 and is an important historical landmark. Currently, the historic mansion is privately owned, therefore it is necessary to agree on an excursion in advance.
You can find a luxury hotel or exclusive apartments in Hollywood to suit literally every taste. One of the most prestigious accommodation options in the city is considered to be Right in the … Open
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Hollywood, CA
♥ Shopping area ' Melrose Avenue' Los Angeles, 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Fairfax District' Los Angeles, 3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' the Miracle Mile' Los Angeles, 4.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Sunset Strip' Los Angeles, 4.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Wilshire Boulevard' Los Angeles, 5 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Hollywood, CA
♥ Castle 'Battery of Santa Ana' Almería, 59.1 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all parks
National and city parks around Hollywood, CA
♥ State Park 'Fryman C' , 6.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ State Park 'Rio de Los Angeles' , 8.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Park 'Roxbury' , 8.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Prefectural Natural Park 'Buko' , 10.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ State Park 'Verdugo Mountains Park Property' , 13.8 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Hollywood, CA and around
♥ Art museum 'Los Angeles County Museum of Art' Los Angeles, 4.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'The Broad' Los Angeles, 8.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museum of Contemporary Art' Los Angeles, 8.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Los Angeles' Los Angeles, 9.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Hammer Museum' Los Angeles, 11.6 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Hollywood, CA from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Crenshaw House
From the series “The Most Mysterious Buildings (Houses, Palaces, Castles) in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Hollywood, CA center - 19.7 km.
Even before this tragic event, the mansion had attracted hundreds of curious people who wanted to visit the attic, but none of visitors could hold in a mansion even a couple of hours. Hickman Whittington organized a real museum on the roof of his house; he charged fee for the opportunity to spend a night in the attic. There were many of those wishing to spend a night in jail for former slaves, about 150 people. All of them suddenly noticed surging fear and muzz making them leave a scary place after some time. Currently, the Crenshaw House belongs to state authorities. Since 2003 it’s closed to public access. …
Read further Distance from Hollywood, CA center - 19.7 km.
Opaque Restaurant
From the series “The Most Exotic Restaurants in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Hollywood, CA center - 16.1 km.
The first restaurant of the Opaque network was opened in Los Angeles. Today you can also visit the similar restaurants in San Diego, San Francisco, Dallas and New York. A few years ago the analogue of the popular American restaurant was opened in Moscow under the name 'In the dark'. Its main particularity is the fact that the visitors are served by the blind waiters. Despite the particularity of the Opaque restaurant, its visitors always count on high service quality and on excellent taste of the food. Absence from the bright light does not impair the operation of the customers and the cooking process. …
Read further Distance from Hollywood, CA center - 16.1 km.
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