Universal Studios is one of the oldest and most important of Hollywood’s famous studios. Guests can take tours during filming or spend the day at the theme park. Universal Studios theme park offers shows centred on some of the most famous films.
Universal Studios is one of the oldest and most important of Hollywood’s famous studios. Guests can take tours during filming or spend the day at the theme park. Universal Studios theme park offers shows centred on some of the most famous films.
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los-angelesFarmers Market has many shops selling food and various goods. Farmers Market is a historic landmark in Los Angeles and an important tourist attraction. The market has more than a hundred restaurants, grocery shops and a tourist area.
los-angelesLittle Tokyo and Chinatown are the Japanese and Chinese cultural centres in California. Declared a national and historic landmark, they contain the David Henry Hwang Theater and many restaurants, shops, specialty stores and the Japanese Village shopping centre.
los-angelesThe zoo is located in Griffith Park and has 1100 animals. Its animal exhibits include rare animals such as condors, chimpanzees, monkeys, koalas, birds and much more. The zoo also has more than 800 different plant species.
los-angelesGriffith Park is one of the largest urban parks in the United States and is considered the second largest park in California. It is often referred to as the Central Park of Los Angeles. Visitors to Griffith Park can attend concerts under the stars at the Greek Theatre, play golf at one of the two courses, each with 18 holes, or swim in the swimming pool during the summer months. Griffith Park also has more sports fields and facilities for tennis, basketball, climbing and horse riding.
los-angelesThe Hollywood Walk of Fame is located in front of Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. It is about 5.5 miles long, stretching between Los Angeles Brea and Gower Street, between Yucca and Sunset Street. More than 2000 bronze stars are engraved in it, honouring film stars, musicians, producers and other prominent media figures. The first person to receive a star was Joanne Woodward in 1960.
los-angelesThis little museum consists of two galleries that showcases arts and crafts from around the globe. It gives visitors a chance to learn more about the origins of these pieces and cultures of the people who made them. A small gift shop is also located within the museum,
los-angelesThe third oldest ballpark in the United States, Dodger Stadium has been home to the Los Angeles Dodgers Major League Baseball since 1962. A great place to watch a professional baseball game, Dodger Stadium has also had many of the world’s top music artists perform there including: Madonna, Kiss, The Rolling Stones, the Beatles, the Bee Gees, Elton John, Michael Jackson and U2.
los-angelesThis opulent building was built by Sid Grauman in 1927 and is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Hollywood. Renovated several times in the past, it's facade has a distinctive Oriental look resembling a pagoda.
los-angelesThis museum showcases a wide range of exhibits, including the props that were used in Hollywood films. Visitors are shown how the industry began with the silent film, and then moving onto the Hollywood Golden Era, to the technology used today and finally to the future of the industry. You also get a chance to see the whip used by Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones, as well as Marilyn Monroe's autopsy. The museum also holds special events on a regular basis.
los-angelesLa Brea Tar Pits is a famous group of tar pits, where the hot tar has been oozing out from the Earth for more than 40,000 years. Different species of animals from birds to mammals to fish have gotten stuck in the sludge and their remains have been preserved in it for many years. Scientists in 1906 began to remove some of these 'remains' from the pits and they are now kept in the adjacent Page Museum. A large collection of skeletons and Ice Age plants can be found at the museum.
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los-angelesOne of celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s restaurants, Spago offers a delicious variety of American and International cuisine. Dishes include melt-in-the mouth pizzas and prime cote de boeuf. The decor is extravagant with stained glass and art by David Hockney. Spago is a favorite amongst the Rich and Famous of Los Angeles. Dinner is served daily and lunch Mondays to Saturdays.
los-angelesCraft is one of Tom Colicchio’s newest restaurants specializing in American cuisine. The food is presented beautifully and tastes even better. Tom Colicchio is a judge on BRAVO TV’s “Top Chef”. Address: 10100 Constellation Blvd., Los Angeles CA 9067 Telephone: +1 310 279 4180 Website: www.craftresteraunt.com/craft_losangeles_style.html Type: American
los-angelesA rooftop restaurant situated beside a pool, the Blue Velvet grows their own garden of herbs, fruits and vegetables.
los-angelesLocated near Old Pasadena, Trattoria is a small Italian restaurant offering delicious, homemade pastas, fish, and other traditional Italian cuisine.
los-angelesO Bar is a trendy, open table restaurant and lounge located in West Hollywood. It offers a unique setting with low tables and cushion seating.
los-angelesCo-owned by Robert de Niro, this restraunt is also frequented by the Rich and Famous of Tinseltown. The decor is modern and the food delicious. Dishes include porcini mushroom risotto, brick oven-baked pizzas and bistecca. Plus, don't leave before trying something on the dessert menu.
los-angelesThis restaurant is located in the Omni Los Angeles Hotel and is run by Chef Robert Gadsby. The dining room is dimly lit, the decor elegant and piano music is heard being played in the background. The food is delicious and dishes include basil pesto bass, curried cauliflower and Jalapeno scallops.
los-angelesVersailles is a Cuban restaurant that boasts a great reputation for good food. Celebrities are often seen dining in any one of the restaurant's multiple locations. Almost all dishes at this restaurant are served with black beans and rice. Specialties include the garlic chicken - roasted chicken that is topped with garlic-citrus sauce.
los-angelesGeisha House is a popular Japanese restaurant that serves good Japanese cuisine by waitresses dressed as geishas.
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los-angelesThe Hyatt Regency is characterized by contemporary glamour and sits on the Westside, adjacent to Beverly Hills. It boasts 726 renovated guestrooms, fitness center, a world class spa, outdoor heated pool, salon, lush gardens and has been the choice of dignitaries for more than four years. In-room facilities include large closets with terry robes, grand beds, 32-inch flat screen TVs and ihome for ipod connectivity. Guests can choose to eat at Breeze, the 250-seat restaurant and sushi bar designed by Stephen Jacobs or get a late night cocktail or appetizer at X Bar.
los-angelesDubbed as the best-kept secret in the city by GQ Magazine, the Four Seasons Hotel embodies California’s relaxed, carefree ambience. Located minutes from Rodeo Drive, this hotel boasts a multilingual staff, it’s own restaurant, lounge, fitness center, Jacuzzi and outdoor pool, sauna and spa. Rooms have a personal balcony, TV, daily newspaper, fireplace, hot beverage maker, mini-bar/wet bar, and more. Pets are permitted.
los-angelesReminiscent of colonial Spain, the Hotel Bel Air has received a five star rating and is named one of the world’s leading hotels. Hotel Bel Air boasts 12 acres of lush landscaping, spa, fitness center, outdoor pool, children’s programs, babysitting, and transportation. Rooms include personal balcony, connecting rooms, fireplace, kitchenette, private bath, whirlpool tub and more. Pets permitted.
los-angelesLocated near Rodeo drive, The Beverly Hills Wilshire’s spa is ranked one of the best in the city according to Angeleno Magazine. The hotel also boasts three restaurants: CUT, The BLVD, Poolbar & Café; two lounges: Sidebar and the BLVD Lounge; fitness center, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, spa, business center, currency exchange and children’s programs. Pets are permitted. Hotel rooms include personal balcony, fireplace, hot beverage maker, private bath, and whirlpool tub.
los-angelesThe Ritz Carlton sits on the waterfront of the Marina Del Ray. Near Venice Beach, Malibu and Santa Monica, the Carlton boasts 304 guest rooms and suites, spa, lounge, fitness and massage center, beauty salon, water sports and LA’s only waterfront pool and whirlpool. Rooms include personal balcony, connecting rooms, daily newspaper, private bath, safe, and more. Pets allowed.
los-angelesHotel Sofitel is located opposite the Beverly Center and is near Rodeo Drive, Melrose Avenue and Sunset Blvd. The hotel includes restaurants: SIMON LA by Kerry Simon and Stone Rose Lounge by Rande Gerber, a spa, beauty salon, outdoor pool, sauna and fitness center. Rooms include cable, hot beverage maker, mini-bar/wet bar, voicemail and more. Pets allowed.
los-angelesLoews’ Hotel is the proud winner of a sustainable quality award for excellence in environmental stewardship. The hotel offers a sunny beachfront setting, ocean views, its own restaurant and lounge, fitness center, beauty salon, multilingual staff, outdoor pool, sauna and spa. Rooms include personal balcony, cable, telephone, hot beverage maker and more. Pets allowed.
los-angelesLocated on Sunset Strip in West Beverly Hills, the London West Hollywood boasts 200 open floor suites with personal terraces, a restaurant run by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and a roof top pool. The hotel also offers a fitness center, spa, salon and a store. Rooms include ipod dock, work table, 24 hr room service and full wet bar.
los-angelesLocated blocks from the Stapes Center, the Los Angeles Zoo and the Disney Concert Hall, the Wilshire Grand Hotel has 900 rooms, salon, heated outdoor pool, 24 hr fitness facility and Japanese, Korean, and Italian restaurants. Rooms include sitting areas, two phones with data ports and Internet access. Children 17 and under stay free. Non-smoking hotel.
los-angelesLocated near the Farmer’s Market and the Grove, an outdoor shopping center, the Farmer’s Daughter offers pet-friendly rooms and a restaurant (the TART). Rooms range from single bedrooms to suites that include Internet ports, cable and DVD players.