Family Fun In Hollywood

The world renowned, glamorous city of Hollywood is home of the exciting motion pictures, the famous landmark sign, several fascinating museums, the historical Walk of Fame, and so much more. There are many adventurous, amazing, and fun things for a family to do in Hollywood. The only problem you may encounter is finding enough time to do them all. A family trip to this spectacular city is one you will cherish for a very long time. Take a look at what you can discover and experience on your Hollywood adventure.

Hollywood Sign – this is a historical landmark known around the globe and every family who goes to Hollywood has to have their picture taken with the world famous sign. It can be seen for miles around, but the best views (and picture spots) are at:

Hollywood and Highland Shopping Center was initially developed to specifically showcase the sign in the background. This exquisite five-level center is full of top-of-line fashionable boutiques, high-quality restaurants, exhilarating entertainment choices, a first-class hotel, and more. They even have a stellar bowling alley known as Lucky Strike Lanes, which features all the best and newest technology available. It is located at 6801 Hollywood Boulevard. The Hollywood and Highland Center is also the location of the Kodak Theater, which is home of the Academy Awards, offers behind the scenes tours, first-class live entertainment, multiple award events, and so much more.

North Beachwood Drive - if you drive north off of Hollywood Boulevard on this street you will have numerous wonderful picture opportunities along the way of the sign and see one of the awesome trendy streets! Driving up north, you'll fall into Beachwood Village which has an amazing coffee shop/restaurant (with great service and food) as well as a few other local shops.

Lake Hollywood Park (Griffith Park) – there is additional information about this designated region below. It is one of the best spots to see this magnificent historical landmark.

Hollywood Walk of Fame – you can enjoy seeing the shining stars of more than 2300 celebrities honored along eighteen blocks of Hollywood Boulevard (from Gower Street to La Brea Avenue), and three blocks of Vine Street on this distinguished sidewalk. It´s a fun game to see how many the children (and you) know. There are usually two new stars a month added, so it is very possible for you to witness this sensational honor. One of the best things about this walk is you can also stop along the way and explore the numerous exciting attractions available. Many of best ones are located on Hollywood Boulevard and the following are only a glimpse of them:

-Hollywood Wax Museum – this amazing wax museum displays more than 200 life-size and “life-like” celebrities of today and of days gone by. Inside this fantastic place you will find complete animated sets of many memorable movies and shows. You can share unforgettable moments in time with your family and walk away wondering if they really were made of wax.

-Ripley´s Believe It or Not Museum – you will find close to 300 hundred unusual and unique items on display here. All of the notorious attractions Ripley´s are known for can be found here to delight (or frighten) the thousands of world visitors.

-Grauman´s (Mann’s) Chinese Theater – you can see the distinguished signature, feet, and hand prints (and other “prints” also) of almost 200 true Hollywood superstars on the famed legendary cement in front of the theater. This extremely active and lively place also offers several movies and premiers, exotic and fascinating Chinese artifacts (inside and out), a gift shop, and so much more in this celebrated Hollywood Historical Landmark.

Miracle Mile (Museum Row) – this is a mile long area on Wilshire Boulevard from La Brea and Fairfax Avenues. There is plenty to see and do in this designated region especially the museums located here. One of the more popular ones, the Petersen Automotive Museum, which every car buff must make a stop at. A father and son (and maybe mother and daughters too) can spend hours exploring all the four-wheeled attractions featured here. All of the famous vehicles from films and movies can be admired at the Petersen Automotive Museum. There are other very interesting museums in this vicinity for your whole family to explore including La Brea Tar Pits Museum and LA County Museum of Art. They are kid-popular choices your whole family can visit to discover new (and very old), wonderful, and intriguing things.

The Grove (at Farmers Market) - this is a great shopping and media complex located on the corner of Third Street and Fairfax Avenue. It is right next to the original LA landmark Farmers Market. There is a fun and an adventurous trolley ride between the two places and plenty to entertain all members of the family. You can shop or dine in the numerous specialty boutiques and comfy eateries, catch an original movie in the theater, attend one of the special events going on, and much more here. There are several statues, delightful fountains, and a wonderful musical clock all surrounded by breathtaking, picturesque scenery.

Beverly Center – you will find this located on Beverly Boulevard between San Vicente and La Cienega Boulevards. It is a world famous, massive, stylish shopping and entertainment high-rise center. They have 160 distinctive stores, noted restaurants, and a 13-screen theater showing the latest motion pictures. The view from the rooftop terrace of the surrounding areas is spectacular. They offer countless events at different times of the year. There are an abundance of family enjoyable activities located here.

Hollywood Bowl – located at 2301 North Highland Avenue, this amphitheater was constructed in a natural cavity in the hillside of the Bolton Canyon and offers tremendous performances most days of the week. There is also a great free museum and several special “kids events” held at various times of the year. For more information on this you can reach them at 323-850-2000 or purchase tickets from Ticketmaster at: 213-480-3232, 619-220-8497, 805-583-8700, or 714-740-2000. You can also get them from the box office located at the theater.

Griffith Park – this is the biggest municipal park with urban wilderness in the country. It encompasses over 4,200 acres of the breathtaking Santa Monica Mountain range. The amenities offered here are astounding and virtually endless. You and your family could literally spend days here and not be able to cover them all. They are open daily from 6 AM to 10 PM, but the mountain roads and trails close at sunset. The main park number is: 323-913-4688. It is recommended that you call ahead for problems in the park since various sections of it could be closed for renovations, natural or manmade disasters, or other situations affecting specific areas. The following is a very brief look at some of the wonderful attractions and recreational activities found here:

Griffith Observatory and Planetarium – a “must see” for all tourists. Your family can personally experience science and space in a range of different ways. During peak busy times it is required to have a “timed-entry reservation”, which can be made by calling 1-888-695-0888 from 8 AM to 6 PM. You can catch shuttles from the Hollywood and Highland Center or the LA Zoo.

Greek Theater – grand concerts are held in this award-winning outdoor theater, which is framed with beautiful trees. For more information on what is happening here you can call them at: 323-665-5857, or you can purchase tickets for the shows from Ticketmaster at: 213-480-3232, 619-220-8497, 805-583-8700, or 714-740-2000. You can also get them from the box office located at 2700 North Vermont Canyon, which is adjacent to the theater.

Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens – you will find more than 1,000 animals from all over the planet and spectacular gardens. You can spend hours wandering and enjoying that is found here.

Lake Hollywood Park– this is one of the best places to view the famous Hollywood sign and other fun family things to do including BBQ pits, playgrounds and more. The lovely Hollywood Lake is located just below and offers a wonderful background.

Los Angeles Live Streamers Railroad Museum – learn all about locomotives and other motor vehicles and ride scale models of trains here. Kids of all ages who enjoy trains will have a great time here.

Los Angeles Equestrian Center – you can visit a grand equine center and even rent horses to ride through the naturally beautiful surrounding area. There is another spot of the park that offers pony rides for younger riders also.

Sports Available at Griffith Park – you can watch or participate in baseball, tennis, swimming, hiking, golf, soccer, volleyball, and more at various locations throughout the park.

Outdoor Activities – besides riding horses you can also rent and ride bikes, jog, picnic, bird- watch, or visit one of the many playgrounds in the park. There are even specific park areas for those with four-legged family members.

Griffith Park is a glorious place to spend valuable time with your family enjoying all the great outdoors has to offer in Hollywood. Start planning your adventurous trip there soon.

There is a lot for a family to do in Hollywood for fun and exciting entertainment. Who knows, you may even see some celebrities on your family ventures in Hollywood!

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