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Hollywood Boulevard Arguably LA's most popular tourist attraction, Hollywood Boulevard's one-mile main stretch is packed with souvenir shops, museums, a mall, restaurants, and bars. Los Angeles United States 34.1015614 -118.3401374

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Party Earth Review Arguably LA’s most popular tourist attraction, Hollywood Boulevard’s one-mile main stretch is packed with souvenir shops, museums, a mall, restaurants, and bars. Tourists from all over the world crowd the Walk of Fame... ... read full review

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Hollywood Boulevard between La Brea Avenue and Vine Street
Hollywood, CA 90028

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Red Line: Hollywood/Highland; Red Line: Hollywood/Vine
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Arguably LA's most popular tourist attraction, Hollywood Boulevard's one-mile main stretch is packed with souvenir shops, museums, a mall, restaurants, and bars.

Hollywood, Los Angeles –

Arguably LA’s most popular tourist attraction, Hollywood Boulevard’s one-mile main stretch is packed with souvenir shops, museums, a mall, restaurants, and bars.

Tourists from all over the world crowd the Walk of Fame to click photos of the brass celebrity stars embedded in the sidewalk that celebrate everyone from Charlie Chaplin and Julia Roberts to Lassie the Dog, or join the bumper-to-bumper traffic in the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue to see the Times Square-like collection of billboards, neon signs, and sprawling open-air mall and entertainment complex.

Visitors and locals alike take advantage of the shopping at such stores as H&M and American Eagle, occasionally stopping to check out street performers, incense vendors, or costumed oddballs dressed like Superman, Shrek, or Darth Vader in front of the famous Grauman’s Chinese Theatre.

By night, the street comes alive with a different energy as dressed-up diners descend on trendy restaurants like Katsuya, and fashionable, high-spirited night owls hit one of the many hot clubs, lounges, or bars – like Las Palmas or Dillon's Irish Pub – that the area is known for.

Buzzing with activity 24/7, Hollywood Boulevard is a vibrant destination for sightseers, people-watchers, and those looking for the top party scene in LA.

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Tip from Emma:

If you want to watch a taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, you can get free tickets by calling 1-866-Jimmytix or by going to their website.

Crowd

All ages from all walks of life.
Entertainment / Music

Avalon features A-list DJs like Sander Kleinenberg and Carl Cox.

The Pantages Theatre (6233 Hollywood Boulevard) offers big-budget Broadway musicals. Improv Olympic and The Second City (6366 Hollywood Boulevard) showcase up-and-coming improv comedians. Jimmy Kimmel Live! tapes shows in front of an audience weekdays at the Hollywood Masonic Temple (6840 Hollywood Boulevard).

The El Capitan Theatre (6838 Hollywood Boulevard) shows Disney movies preceded by a live stage show. Grauman’s Chinese Theatre shows contemporary films and features celebrity handprints in the cement. The DolbyTheatre (6801 Hollywood Boulevard) hosts the Oscars and other events. Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum (6933 Hollywood Boulevard).
Food / Miscellaneous

Higher-end eateries include Delphine (6250 Hollywood Boulevard) for French cuisine, Katsuya (6300 Hollywood Boulevard) for sushi, Beso (6350 Hollywood Boulevard) for Latin American, Geisha House (6633 Hollywood Boulevard) for Japanese, and the historic Italian staple Musso & Frank Grill (6667 Hollywood Boulevard).

More casual options include Mel’s Diner (1650 North Highland Avenue), sports bar Hooters (6922 Hollywood Boulevard), and the Hard Rock Café (6801 Hollywood Boulevard).
Prices

Full range of prices.

What to Wear / Dress Code

Anything goes.
Hot Nights / When to Go

Any time.
Close By

Many hot clubs in the vicinity, including Drai's Hollywood (6250 Hollywood Boulevard), The Colony (1743 North Cahuenga Boulevard), Las Palmas (1714 North Las Palmas Avenue), Playhouse Hollywood (6506 Hollywood Boulevard), and MyStudio (6623 Hollywood Boulevard).

Trendy lounges include Bardot (1737 North Vine Street), and the sports pub Dillon's Irish Pub (6263 Hollywood Boulevard). The world-famous Hollywood Bowl (2301 North Highland Avenue) offers outdoor summer concerts.

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Hollywood Boulevard User Reviews

Maggie Huang May 16, 2013 2.0 stars Very Touristy Location This place is fraught with tourists! I would come here maybe once every few months but no more than that. There are ALWAYS people leading tour groups here and it does get a bit annoying. It is a good place to shop. There are a variety of options for clothing as well as dining. Prices aren’t exactly low, but it’s Hollywood so you can’t expect anything to be too cheap. If you haven’t gone, it’s definitely one of those places you have to visit. The Hollywood and Highland shopping center is pretty popular and right across the street. There are always street performers and people in costumes asking for donating and if you want pictures. If you take a picture with them, be sure you plan on donating because they WILL follow you for money.

Amberkaur4 Mar 26, 2013 3.0 stars Glamorous ! Anyone who is visiting LA must visit this place. It's all glitz and glam. But even if you're From la like me, this place is fun visiting again and again. Sometimes we tend to forget that we're living in such a glamorous city but every time I visit Hollywood, I remember it again. Keep your eyes open because there's a very good chance you might meet a famous person or celeb here. I've personally met a few here as well and gotten pics with them too. Check out the Chinese theater which is very popular and pretty. There are many nice places to eat. I like eating at Hard Rock Cafe usually when I visit. Be sure to take your camera! be really to get a glimpse of Hollywood and the glitz and glam. I highly recommend this place for people of all ages!

Les Serrano Mar 22, 2013 2.0 stars Touristy to the max! Hollywood Boulevard is one of those places where you can find tourist all around! Obviously it is a must when visiting California for the first time, but once you've seen it once I doubt people go back for seconds. Tourist have this imagine of Hollywood Boulevard and the walk of fame, but it is not the glamorous as they have it pictured out to be. The street is mostly fixed with sex shops, tattoo and piercing shops as well as souvenir stores. Most people go there at night for the clubs that are located there since they are fairly close and people can leave one to go to another.

Bobbi Gould Mar 13, 2013 3.0 stars Glitz, Glam, and Grime! As someone who's lived walking distance to Hollywood Blvd., I can assure you that you 'll find hours of entertainment just walking around and people watching. I once saw a woman doing a live photoshoot in a bikini right on the blvd. in the light of day, saw a movie being filmed, and also somehow maneuvered my way into the green room at Jimmy Kimmel on a random Thursday afternoon. There's always some kind of action going on, mainly because it's also one of the biggest tourist traps in all of Los Angeles. Visiting the blvd. on Saturday afternoon can feel a little claustrophobic and overwhelming, but you have to take it with a grain of salt knowing that you might catch of glimpse of Brad Pitt at a movie premiere or even land a chance to be an extra on a movie set. Can it get dirty? Absolutely. At night the hobos and weirdos are out wandering about, the streets aren't necessarily the cleanest, and there are almost as many sex and weed shops as there are in the former red light district of Amsterdam. But, if you walk around Hollywood Blvd. expecting that, you will have yourself a merry little time. Halloween on Hollywood Blvd. is by far the most epic time with costume and wig shops galore, and everyone coming out at night to galavant around in the streets showing off their best attire. Overall, it's a smashing time, but I wouldn't say it's my favorite thing to do in LA.

Duane Luu Mar 5, 2013 3.0 stars world famous area with lots of cool stuff nearby One of the great things about Hollywood Boulevard is its central location that is close by a lot of awesome areas. The Hollywood Bowl, where you can enjoy amazing concerts (I saw a Disney Pixar orchestral show there recently and it was incredible), is right up the hill. There are also many restaurants and shops around the area that are cool to visit as well. The Hollywood and Highland Center is one of the most well-known malls in LA, and it’s right across from the El Capitan theater, a world-famous institution where many premieres are held. Speaking of premieres, the Chinese Theater is another such famous location that is right next to the Walk of Fame (with the celebrity handprints!). Hollywood Boulevard is an excellent tourist attraction with a taste of old and new Hollywood.

Christian Trublet de Nermont Jan 11, 2013 3.0 stars Glitz and Glam abound at the Hollywood Boulevard Take in everything that Hollywood has to offer on the Hollywood Boulevard. It's the quintessential Hollywood experience, thanks to the Grauman's Chinese Theater and the Dolby Theater, home of the Oscars ceremony. Consisting of some of the most recent generations of celebrities, the Hollywood Boulevard also plays home to street performers and oddball impersonators. When was the last time you saw Wolverine, Optimus Prime and Captain Jack Sparrow in one area? Check out some of the nearby shopping centers for some retail therapy; get the perfect fridge magnet for Mom and Dad or find the right postcard to say "Wish you were here!" to a friend. The Hollywood Boulevard shifts into another gear at night time, providing plenty of social options and a cultural culinary experience. If you're not in the mood for anything too exotic or posh, you can keep it casual with a light meal at Hooters or the Hard Rock Cafe. If you're still yearning for more entertainment, then you can check out a live taping of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Tickets are free and can be obtained by calling 1-800-jimmytix or by visiting their website. Visitors can also spend a night like Marilyn Monroe with a stay at the Roosevelt Hotel, who lived there for two years during her modeling days. In the mood for a nightcap? Then visit the popular Teddy's in the main lobby of the hotel. All in all, Hollywood Boulevard gives you a glimpse of Tinseltown on one block: lights, camera, action!

Zoë Carvel Dec 3, 2012 4.0 stars Cool place Hollywood Boulevard is one of the most famous places to visit in L.A. If you’ve never been, you have to go see it to say you’ve been there. This is an eclectic street with a mixture of all types of businesses from all different eras – old and new Hollywood. Probably the biggest tourist attractions are the Grauman’s Chinese Theater and Hollywood Walk of Fame which has 2,400 five pointed stars set into the sidewalk honoring actors, directors, producers and musicians in the entertainment industry. Animated characters like Mickey Mouse and Shrek, two Muppets, Godzilla the monster and real animals like Lassie are also honored with stars. It’s fun to see your favorite stars, so look up their location on the Walk prior to visiting.

Brigid Kelly Dec 2, 2012 4.0 stars A must-see for all Hollywood Boulevard is an absolute must-see for all California visitors and residents. Not only is it an amazing place to take pictures – from the stars to Kodak Studios, it is also a place to meet the celebrities of your dreams (or, more accurately, their look-alikes). During my visit, I was able to take a picture with Batman, the Joker, Darth Vader, and Jack Sparrow – all in the span of about four minutes. It’s customary to tip the characters and the spare change is definitely worth it! The Hollywood trinket shops are also a blast to walk around in if you need that one dollar magnet or mug to take home to mom and dad.

Eleni Sehremelis Dec 2, 2012 2.0 stars Dirty Living in southern California my whole life, I have been to Hollywood Boulevard several times. I personally think that it is very overrated and dirty. There are SO many tourists and people walking on the street that it tends to get overcrowded. I also think the street is kind of sketchy. Yes, it is cool to see the starts on the boardwalk, however the area is kind of trashy. When visiting LA i would definitely recommend seeing the stars, however I would leave asap and go to places like santa monica or venice. However, there are some good restaurants close by and some good shopping. There is a pretty big shopping mall on the street that has a CPK and some other good restaurants!

Rachel Schwartz Nov 30, 2012 3.0 stars Tourist Hollywood Boulevard is one of the most touristy spots in all of Los Angeles. I worked on Hollywood Boulevard this summer and I was bombarded by tourists with their cameras. If you are visiting it is an obvious place that you need to spot by at. THere is the walk of fame which is always fun to look at. Also there are a lot of great restaurants in the area. I love loteria and beso. Also as you walk down the boulevard you will see all types of people dressed up as different characters, which makes it more fun and you can always hop on a bus for a tour. Definitely a must for a tourist.

Audriana Lorraine Nov 30, 2012 2.0 stars Trashy, Touristy Personally, Hollywood Blvd rubs me the wrong way. It is dirty, a huge hassle to find parking, and packed with tourists. Though it is an occasionally entertaining spot for an LA-native, mostly its a "to-be-avoided" spot--especially during the day. There are obviously restaurants, theaters, tons of shopping, bars, clubs etc. which are fun..but there are classier spots for sure. A must see is the Walk of Fame, famous for stars marking celebrities--exciting to see and totally worth it if you're an LA first timer. Hollywood Blvd is definitely worth going at least once...but you may decided to go as a last resort past that first time. It also gets a bit more sketchy at night so make sure to go with a group and pay attention to your stuff..I have friends who have been pickpockets etc. So just be safe!

Kayla Nadzam Nov 29, 2012 3.0 stars must visit! Hollywood Boulevard is a must visit place when coming to LA, of course! It’s awesome to see the Walk of Fame, and there are tons of cool shops there. This is definitely the place to go when in search of a costume…it’s where I got my Halloween costumes! Whether you look in one of the bigger, mainstream costume stores or in a smaller one, you are bound to find just what you are looking for or even something cooler. However, the bigger shops will be more expensive, so try looking in the smaller ones first! There are also some pretty cool restaurants on the street, so you can stop for a munch break while doing your shopping and checking out the Walk of Fame!

Aimée Ochsner Nov 29, 2012 3.0 stars Fun You have to visit Hollywood Boulevard at least once while you are in Los Angeles. It is definitely very touristy but with good reason. Hollywood Boulevard is known for the stars on the ground and it can be fun to go and look for a certain celebrity's star. There are a lot of stores to go shopping for either normal clothes to go out in or for fun costumes. However, the costumes are not always as cheap as you might like them to be. There are also a lot of good restaurants on Hollywood Boulevard. You can definitely find a cheap and casual place to go for food or a fancier place to go as well. Definitely recommend coming here at least once!

Georgina Stage Nov 29, 2012 2.0 stars A must see for tourists Touristy. Everyone from out of state comes here to check out the Stars and the strange scene and people that Hollywood Boulevard has to offer. I come here to find weird costumes for themed parties, but I usually still end up paying a good amount of money. The costumes and weird accessories are by no means cheap!! But I always end up having the best costumes so I'd say it's worth it. I come to Hollywood to get my makeup done for sorority invites, and I definitely recommend that. I go to Napolean Perdis, which is right in the heart of Hollywood. The makeup is high quality and I'm always super confident after I get my makeup done there. There's one super chic restaurant that I adore in Hollywood that everyone must try sometime: Yamishiro. This place is a treat to go here because it's pricey but oh boy....the restaurant and scenery is amazing.

sarahbink Nov 28, 2012 3.0 stars Get your star on! It's a classic and touristy thing that everyone should do. Great place for people watching , finding costumes and good food.

khayward Nov 22, 2012 2.0 stars hollywood blvd Hollywood Blvd is a very fun place to visit. It is very famous for all the stars that are lying in the ground which are very cool to look at and try to find your favorite celebrities. I have found Hollywood a great place to go to get costumes for parties. There are so many different costume stores all up and down the street. During the day there are also so many street performers and tourist walking around and checking out all the stars. The crowd on Hollywood Blvd is definitely very diverse and it can get a little scary at night. I would recommend going with bigger groups of people if walking around late at night.

Lindsey Sugimoto Nov 20, 2012 3.0 stars A Must Go I have lived in Los Angeles all my life and especially going to USC, I am on Hollywood Blvd all the time. There are plenty of cool stores to go to, as well as great places to eat. But, Hollywood Blvd is most known for the stars on the walkways, stars you may see placing their star on the street, and the night life. During the life, Hollywood Blvd looks like a completely different place, as the clubs, bars, and hookah lounges open up. You have to check this place out, at least once, while in Los Angeles- the LA culture is very different from any other city.

jtzeng Nov 19, 2012 1.0 stars Terrible and Trashy I visited Hollywood Boulevard as a tourist in my first year in LA and absolutely hated it. Following the stars were cool, as was seeing the Kodak Theater and the handprints of celebrities or whatever. I did not enjoy the fact that everything around Hollywood was really sketchy and everyone in Hollywood was as well. Men leered at my friend and me, made comments all the way through which are easy enough to ignore but after getting hit on by a 60 year old impersonation of Woody from Toy Story and getting groped half an hour while trying to escape the terrifying place, I am forever scared of people who hide behind masks and just totally traumatized LA's biggest tourist attraction that is supposed to be all fun for families. http://www.partyearth.com/los-angeles/venues/hollywood-boulevard-2/# If you ever go for a nice dinner/go clubbing, which can be fun once in a while, girls DON'T walk alone.

Callie Stark Nov 19, 2012 2.0 stars fun I am from LA so i have grown up going to Hollywood Blvd. It is really fun to go every once, but not an everyday kind of place. I do enjoy going there every once and a while and seeing all of the people dressed up and people laying on the floor taking a picture next to their favorite celebrity's star on the walk of fame. If you do go to Hollywood Blvd make sure you go to Musso and Franks, which is one of the oldest restaurants in LA and it sure captures the old hollywood glam in its setup. If you are looking for something more 21st century, Level 3 club in the Hollywood Highland mall is pretty fun!

Kenzie Gallagher Nov 14, 2012 2.0 stars Gotta see it once in your life As everyone will argue, Hollywood Blvd. is extremely touristy, but it's definitely one of those places you have to experience at least once. The shops and restaurants are very interesting and you can find some pretty unique stuff. The people are very eclectic and wide spread so people watching here is extremely entertaining. Great for an adventure and trying new food (sometimes may be pricey!) and AWESOME for finding costumes/costume ideas.

stannor11 Nov 13, 2012 1.0 stars Touristy This is a place that is essential for tourists, but doesn't really have anything spectacular to offer. The shops are usually filled with stuff that is of low quality and there aren't many good restaurants. It is fun to see the interesting people that come here though, so if you are into people watching, I would give it a go.

nlaureola Nov 12, 2012 3.0 stars Tourist must-see Any prospective LA tourist should be able to recognize Hollywood Boulevard. From Grauman's Chinese Theatre to the Walk of Fame to the random unsanctioned Disney and Marvel-costumed characters running around everywhere -- it's quintessential Hollywood. Travelers can find such a wide assortment of excuses to end up on on this street. There's the beautiful Pantages to see a show, the famous Hard Rock Cafe for a bite into some old Hollywood history, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum for a great photo op... not to mention the plentiful shopping options! And there are some sweet spots nearby for locals, too. Some of my favorites include the Bardot (fabulous Monday night School Night! residency), the Arclight Hollywood and Space 15 Twenty, which has secret dance parties and fashion shows almost every week. Whether you're in town for a day or a year, there's no getting around a stop at Hollywood Boulevard.

Cassandra Nov 5, 2012 3.0 stars Walking among the stars...without ever leaving the ground! The city of angels offers a celestial array of sights, sounds, activities, and tasty pleasures to enjoy whether you are a resident or visitor to the Golden State. One of the most famous and popular sights to enjoy is the extraordinary Hollywood Boulevard, complete with an array of visual wonders and a heavenly walkway of Hollywood royalty. This legendary boulevard may not be exactly what you're expecting when you first arrive, but it has a number of things to see and enjoy. Hollywood and Highland has shopping for those with a retail addiction, the Walk of Fame is the attraction for fans of all things entertainment with more than 2,400 celebrity stars, and the celebrated Grauman's Chinese Theater and the Dolby Theater (formerly known as the Kodak Theater) are available for tours and photo opps and are home to countless movie premieres and the annual Academy Awards, respectively. With colorful costumed characters gracing the sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard, tourist shops lined along either side of this infamous road with fun, kitschy souvenirs, and of course glamorous clubs and lounges filled with stars, starlets, and star wannabes, one of America's most famous streets has endless entertainment options for anyone wanting a sweet taste of life in Hollywood.

nickwt88 Oct 18, 2012 4.0 stars Hollywood Boulevard Ah yes the legendary Hollywood Boulevard. What a fun place to be regardless of age or the time of day! From shops, to resturaunts to musuems to nightclubs this is THE place to be in L.A. During the day this is a good place to see your favorite cebebrity's star on the Hollywood walk of fame and taking the kids to seeing their favoirte celebrity's at the wax museum. At night this is a popular place to go out as their is a lot of bars and nightclubs for all kinds of different people. Whether it's one in the afternoon or one in the morning Hollywood Blvd is a must when planning a visit to L.A. Besides you may just meet somebody famous!

brefitz Oct 5, 2012 2.0 stars tourist trap unless it's the academy awards Hollywood Boulevard is pretty much the worst. However, it still feels quite special when the Academy Awards come through town (if they aren't being held downtown), or any time there is any movie premiere at the Kodak Theater. If you aren't one of the lucky few to be invited to a premiere at the Kodak, keep an eye out - premieres generally happen on Thursdays and it's quite common for the after-party to either be at a nearby club along Hollywood, or at the Roosevelt Hotel. If you find yourself in the area around 9 or 10pm, you may want to stick around for some celebrity sightings. That's the beauty of LA - you will never know who you will run into! Otherwise, unless you have guests from out of town who are desperate to see the Walk of Fame, avoid this place.