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The Hollywood Bowl celebrates its 100th anniversary this year . While you probably know and love the iconic landmark for its concerts under the stars, $1 L.A. Phil tickets (which are being offered again this season) and BYOB-and-wine policy, you might not realize it’s also a fantastic public park that you can enjoy during the day.

Owned and operated by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, the 88-acre site is filled with pathways to art, music history, native plants and wildlife, and stunning views of the city. Ready to experience the Bowl in a whole new way? Put on your walking shoes and follow this guide to the gems throughout the grounds that people often miss while rocking out at the shows.

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1. Admire the “Muse.”

Even if you’ve never been to a concert at the Bowl (or if it’s been a while), you’ve almost certainly driven along the 101 and seen the “Muse of Music, Dance, Drama,” the grand, Art Deco-style sculpture that stands at the entrance to the site.

Two hundred feet long, 22 feet high and carved from 300 tons of granite, the work was designed by sculptor George Maitland Stanley, who gave Hollywood another famous figure: the Oscar statuette. The sculpture and the tiered, 1,180-ton concrete fountain it stands on were unveiled in 1940 as part of the Depression-era Public Works of Art Project and cost $100,000.

2. Meet some critters.

People sometimes forget that the Bowl is in the wild. Dozens of species live in and around the natural amphitheater — on a recent walk, I saw red-tailed hawks gliding overhead, yellow butterflies flapping their wings and lizards sunning themselves.

Paul Geller, a longtime director of production at the Bowl, once told me that during a concert, a family of six raccoons hung on the arches of the shell (presumably, they were music lovers). Another time, in the middle of a performance, a fox walked onstage and sat behind a pianist. Before shows begin, you might see bats flit around or hear coyotes howling. And at the end of an evening, it’s not uncommon for deer to emerge from the trees and snaffle up the leftover popcorn.

3. See (and smell) an original pepper tree.

Here’s a fun fact: Peppertree Lane, which takes you from Highland Avenue to the entrance of the venue, was named after the trees that lined the walkway in the Bowl’s earliest days. Only one of those original pepper trees remains, and it’s located near the doors of the Hollywood Bowl Museum, which, by the way, is absolutely worth a visit if you’re interested in the Bowl’s rich history. (Did you know that the Bowl got its start as a natural canyon amphitheater known as Daisy Dell?)

4. Look for treasure.

If the main gate is open, work your way upward to picnic area No. 7, which is at the summit of a winding hill but worth the climb for the views of Hollywood and far beyond. Concert or not, binoculars are essential, as from here, you can look for unusual sparkles in the Cahuenga Pass.

As the story goes, buried somewhere nearby is a fortune in diamonds, pearls, gold and silver. It was stashed away in 1864 by Diego Moreno, a shepherd who saw agents of Mexico hiding the loot after fleeing San Francisco, where they had planned to buy weapons to aid the war against the French. Moreno dug up the packages and ran, but shaken by a nightmare, he buried them in the Pass on the way back to Mexico. After that, he died, the first of several deaths associated with the “curse” of Cahuenga Pass.

5. Get cozy in the seats.

During the season, which this year runs from June to the end of September, it is possible for locals and in-the-know tourists to watch the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s morning rehearsals , sometimes even with maestro Gustavo Dudamel wielding the conductor’s baton. (For the latest information, email [email protected] or call (323) 850-2000. Seating is limited to the side benches in Section D.)

Walking the 168 steps to the back of the amphitheater is a must. In 2011, The Times reported that British actor and comedian Eddie Izzard, a keen marathon runner, ran to the top in under five minutes as security guards trailed in his wake. He jokingly fell to his knees once he was back onstage and advised the crowd against following his lead.

The Bowl has just under 17,500 seats, many of them offering amazing views of the Hollywood sign on Mt. Lee. Sections Q3 and U3’s row 9 are the only two-seater benches — popular options for couples.

6. Check out some rare plants.

Despite having an escalator and a set of angled concrete steps leading up to it, the tiny Toyon Terrace isn’t one of the Bowl’s official picnic areas, which makes it a rather hidden gem.

Located north of the stage, it only has a few tables, but there’s an interesting historical marker under a small, raggedy-looking tree. It notes that the Heteromeles arbutifolia , or toyon California holly tree, is native to these hillsides and that “Hollywood was named for this plant.” (The story that Hollywood was named after the shrub has been contested , however.)

There are native and nonnative plants all around the Bowl, but this area in particular is home to Plummer’s mariposa lily, a rare plant. There are also Southern California black walnuts, native trees found in the Los Angeles Basin and surrounding hills.

7. Stop for a picnic in the park.

After getting in some stair work around the picnic areas, rest your legs across the street at Highland Camrose Park. Part of the Bowl, it’s a quiet, walled area with palm trees and plenty of tables. Now offices for the Sheriff’s Department and the L.A. Phil, the park’s historic Craftsman bungalows were once part of a residential village that housed movie stars and singers.

8. Marvel at the shell from every angle.

From almost everywhere in the park, you can see the Bowl’s shell, an enduring cultural icon. Since 1926, there have been five versions of it, the first three only lasting a year each as engineers and architects tried to work out the best shape to reach audiences’ ears. The 1929 incarnation ended up on the Los Angeles County seal, and was “temporary” for 75 years, until it was fully replaced in 2004. A Times story reported that while some preservationists fought against the current shell, musicians were delighted when it made its debut. Said L.A. Phil trumpeter Boyde Hood, “When I played the first note, I thought, ‘Boy, this is nice.’”

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A comprehensive guide for a free and inexpensive visit to the Hollywood Bowl

When one thinks of the Hollywood Bowl, they might assume that visiting and catching a show at this historic venue would require a large amount of money. The reality is, there are a bunch of free and inexpensive offerings if you know where to look. Luckily for you, it’s all been laid out in the following information.

If you’re not familiar, the Hollywood Bowl, is a concert and performance venue with over 17,000 seats. Since its opening in 1922, the Hollywood Bowl has been the premier destination for live music in Southern California, hosting everyone from Billie Holiday to Judy Garland, The Beatles, Yo-Yo Ma and many more under the iconic silhouette of its concentric-arched band shell. It is the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil).

One thing to keep in mind is that the Hollywood Bowl is a county park. That means when there’s not a performance happening, it’s generally open to the public between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. each day.

Free Self-Guided Walking Tour

Visitors can download their free guided map for a walking tour outline. The first stop on the guided map is at the venue entrance where the Muse of Music statue and fountain stands. This was designed by George Stanley who also sculpted the coveted Oscar statue presented at the Academy Awards. As you’re walking the grounds, you’ll notice signs and displays all around sharing the history of the Hollywood Bowl.

Free Hollywood Bowl Museum

The Hollywood Bowl Museum is a free offering that is open year-round. On the museums’ first floor, you’ll find displays featuring all kinds of performances. From symphonic, to pop, rock, jazz, and everything in between. Also featured are model displays of the various shell stages used throughout the years, and a monitor showing clips from movies and television shows shot at the Hollywood Bowl.

The second floor of the museum is a rotating exhibit. Coming a bit later this year is a second-floor exhibition showcasing photos by photographer Otto Rothschild. He was the official performing arts photographer for the Los Angeles Music Center, Hollywood Bowl, and Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Free Picnic Areas

The Hollywood Bowl grounds has fourteen picnic areas . These picnic areas can be enjoyed ­­any time, whether it’s on a show night or another day under the SoCal sun. A few of the picnic areas are beyond the ticketed entrances on show nights which typically opens 90 minutes prior to showtime. Otherwise, all picnic areas are accessible any time the grounds are open.

Groups of 30 or more can reserve a picnic area in advance by calling Group Sales at 323-850-2050. You’re welcome to bring a picnic of your own to enjoy, but there’s also food and drink available for purchase.

Plaza Marketplace and Other Food Options

The Plaza Marketplace is located next to the box office and is open before and during concerts. New to the Marketplace this year is the addition of South LA Café which is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here you’ll find coffee, specialty sandwiches, salads, charcuterie, baked goods, beer, wine, soda, and more. You can even plan in advance and place an order for a picnic box . Your picnic box will be ready for pickup at the Plaza Marketplace upon arrival.

There are many other food offerings available on show nights beyond the ticketed gates. These food offerings can be ordered using mobile order on the Hollywood Bowl app. To save some money on show nights, show your same-day Park & Ride or Shuttle ticket for 20% off your purchase in the Plaza Marketplace. Learn more about Park & Ride and Shuttles in the “Getting to the Hollywood Bowl” section below.

Free Wine Tasting

The Plaza Marketplace also hosts free wine tastings every Wednesday and Sunday beginning one hour prior to the gates opening. Each tasting features different local wineries. If you like what you taste, bottles can be purchased inside the Plaza Marketplace. No concert ticket is required to attend these wine tastings.

Free Rehearsals

A lot of the time, Hollywood Bowl rehearsals are open to the public. Rehearsals often take place the morning of a show, especially on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. It is recommended that you contact Audience Services in advance at 323-850-2000 to find out whether or not a rehearsal you’re interested in is open to the public.

$1tickets are available for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday L.A. Phil performances at the Hollywood Bowl. To pay only $1 for these tickets, purchase them on location at the box office. These $1 tickets are also available online but will cost a bit more with added online purchasing fees. Tickets go on sale May 2, 2023 and will sell out.

Free Phone Charging

Found at the mid-gate entrance are old telephone booths converted into charging stations. These charging stations for your mobile devices are free for anyone to use.

Getting to the Hollywood Bowl

There are many ways to get yourself to the Hollywood Bowl, whether it’s to see a show, or simply enjoy the county park for a picnic, view the famous Hollywood sign, exercise, watch a rehearsal, take a walking tour, and more.

• Parking is free in the main parking lot when there isn’t a performance happening. If you’re simply swinging by to visit the museum, grab some coffee, or catch a rehearsal, plenty of parking should be available.
• Free bike racks are available during all hours. Bring a lock to secure your bicycle.
• New this year, you can pre-purchase parking for the onsite parking lots for all performances. The Hollywood Bowl grounds have limited parking, so purchasing parking in advance with the ParkWhiz app is the best way to guarantee yourself a spot. The app will also identify other local parking options when the Hollywood Bowl lots are full.
• Hollywood Bowl Shuttle program serves locations less than eight miles from the venue. Shuttles start two-and-a-half hours before the published showtime and run on a continuous loop until the concert begins. Return shuttles start at the end of the performance. Round trip is $6 per person. Shuttles are free with a Metro or Metrolink ticket purchased within 72 hours of travel.
• Park & Ride is designed for those living between eight and thirty miles away from the Hollywood Bowl. Buses in the Park & Ride program depart at set times and offer a round trip service. Round trip is $7 per person if pre-purchased, and $12 in cash if purchased at the departure location.

Additional Tips

Here’s a bit more information to make your visit to the Hollywood Bowl stress-free and more enjoyable.

• A lot of people don’t realize that there are three separate gates to gain admission into the venue on show nights. If the first main gate looks crowded, walk a bit further up the hill through the parking lots to one of the other two gates available.
• Before the show and during intermission you will see a projection of a Hollywood Bowl phone number to text if there are any disruptions you would like to report. Take note of it. Whether it’s an inconsiderate audience member, a food spill, or anything else, simply text the hotline and a Hollywood Bowl staff member will come to fix the problem.
• Wear comfortable shoes. Although some folks like to get dressed up for a night out, think of comfort over fashion when it comes to footwear. A lot of the Hollywood Bowl is an uphill climb. Even with the assistance of escalators it can still be a lot of climbing.
• If you’d like to make your visit to the Hollywood Bowl a romantic night out, consider purchasing tickets for the unofficial “lovebird seats.” There are two sections where just two seats are seated together. They are “Section Q3, Row 9, Seats 2 & 4” and “Section U3, Row 9, Seats 1 & 3.”

Please note that, while this article is good information for all concerts, the venue can also be rented and these shows are presented by an organization outside of the LA Phil. These performances may have different rules in regard to bringing food and drink inside the venue, etc. and are identified on the calender by “Special House Rules Apply.”

In the words of Hollywood Bowl General Manager, Laura Connelly, “Do a little bit of planning, come early, and make the most of it. Then catch the bus so you don’t have the stress of driving. You get somebody else to do the hard work.”

This article should be a good start to your research. And if you’re an L.A. local, doing this bit of research in advance just one time should be helpful for years of enjoying the Hollywood Bowl.

This year there are lots of great shows to catch at the Hollywood Bowl including The Game Awards 10-Year Concert, Maestro of the Movies: John Williams with the LA Phil, Walt Disney Animation Studios: The Concert, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert, and so much more. Visit the Hollywood Bowl website for a full schedule and more information to plan your visit.

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7 – Hollywood Tour – Hollywood Sightseeing by Electric Bike

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 137 reviews )

” An absolute MUST! My husband and two daughters (age 9 and 11) had an absolute blast on this tour. I am the bike enthusiast in our house but everyone had smiles for days after our tour with Sarah. I would recommend renting the e-bike even if you are an avid cyclist.” Dean. Viator

See more in less time on this epic Hollywood Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike! Cover approximately 12 miles (19 km) as you follow your local guide through Los Angeles, listening to local stories, interesting city facts, Hollywood legends, and more!

Throughout the e-bike tour, you’ll get to stop at numerous photo-worthy spots, from the Hollywood Walk of Fame to Paramount Studios, plus other unique stops like the Hollywood Forever Cemetery and LACMA.

From bustling LA streets to quieter neighborhoods, be sure to check out more group and private bike tours with Bikes and Hikes LA Tours , offering you the reigns to discover LA!

For a great time biking around the second most populated city in the U.S. with like-minded travelers, and enthusiastic tour guides, this tour is a winner!

Learn stories from the locals, from what it’s like to live in a city like Los Angeles, to answering your questions about Hollywood, and getting local recommendations!

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8 – Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 1362 reviews )

“I loved this tour so much I almost booked it again just to sit on the other side of the bus so I could see everything!! Lots of cool tidbits – celebrity homes, film locations, and other hot spots. Tour driver was awesome. Loved the open air set up so windows weren’t in the way of photos. Fun and fantastic.” Cathy. Viator

Catch a glimpse of the lifestyles of the rich and famous when you explore the city’s most lavish neighborhoods on the iconic Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour!

Sit back and relax as you hop aboard the open-top bus, with clear views of your surroundings for your viewing and photography pleasure, exploring the homes of celebrities from Adele, Jennifer Aniston, and many more in Beverly Hills.

Operated by Hollywood City Tours , you can rest assured knowing that the tours are complete with bonus stops at famous landmarks too, from the Hollywood Walk of Fame to the Chinese Theater, and more.

A tour through the wealthy neighborhoods of Hollywood A-listers is one experience not to miss out on while in Los Angeles.

Drive through winding streets, and observe the privacy, and design of the famous homes and gardens, while listening to your knowledgeable guide.

Laugh, learn, and explore more about this opulent side of Los Angeles!

9 – 30-Minute Private Ferrari Driving Tour To Hollywood Sign

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 547 reviews )

“Great way to get a “fast” view of Hollywood. Not only did we see some of the sights, but learned more about the car too. Everyone should do this at least once. Even my teen enjoyed the GTA routes! Medhi was great!” Mark. Viator

Ride in LA with style like any other celebrity when you book this one-of-a-kind Private Ferrari Driving Tour!

Slip inside a luxurious Ferrari, whether you’re the one driving or your travel companion, and get going as you see and are seen cruising by LA’s main sights like Hollywood Boulevard, El Capitan Theater, and even making it the lavish Mulholland Drive where many celebrities live.

On this fast and furious tour with I RIDE LIKE A STAR , spot the Hollywood sign, spot a celebrity or two, and feel like you’re in the scene of your very own movie, riding like the VIP that you are!

Have your own fast and furious moment while riding through Los Angeles, whether you’re driven or you’re the one driving!

Everyone deserves to ride in a Ferrari at least once, and what better place to do it than in LA? Appreciate the luxurious car up close, and relish the beautiful scenery in view!

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10 – Hollywood Walking and Hiking Sunset Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 167 reviews )

“Awesome Awesome tour. I would highly recommend it! I’ve been on Hollywood Blvd a few times before and never knew all that goes on there. Our tour guide was the best!” Avery. Viator

Get the best of both worlds when you sign up for the Hollywood Walking and Hiking Sunset Tour by Hollywood Tourz, taking in the nature of Hollywood, mixed in with a few important landmarks you have to see while in LA.

Though this tour is not a hike to the Hollywood Sign, you’ll get plenty of photo opportunities with the famed sight, while also getting to stop at The Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Live Nation Building for more pictures!

Learn local stories, and get insider perspectives on what LA is like on a daily basis from a passionate guide, and his pup!

See LA’s nature and city sights on this wholesome tour, with Scott and Blue as your guides! Be taken to the best sights for the best photo ops, as you listen to Scott tell local stories. Explore the famous Runyon Canyon, just in time for sunset hour in LA.

11 – Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 632 reviews )

“The driver stayed engaged with the customers. He explained everything well. It was a great tour and experience.” Tawaina. Viator

Looking to take a peek at how the rich and famous Hollywood stars live? Look no further than this memorable Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Celebrity Homes Tour by Ultimate Hollywood Tours !

Explore the nicest neighborhoods in Los Angeles, viewing up to 50 different celebrity homes, from A-List stars to famous influencers, and more. Your tour will include a headset, so rest assured you’ll catch every last bit of information, and a complete insider look into the glamour world of celebrities.

On the way there, catch views of the Hollywood Hills, the Hollywood Sign, and the stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Enjoy a relaxing drive along Los Angeles through the eyes of a knowledgeable and passionate local! Perfect for families and solo travelers, make sure to bring your camera to take photos on the open-top bus!

We especially recommend this celebrity home tour if you want to enjoy the experience in a small group.

12 – West Hollywood Food Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 43 reviews )

“This was an amazing tour…. WE HAD MORE THEN ENOUGH TO FOOD!!! Every food stop, the food was delicious!!! We learned the history of LA…” Griselda. Viator

Wander through The Original Farmer’s Market, Los Angeles’s foodie haven chock full of local cuisine from tacos, to fresh baked goods, burgers, and more!

On this West Hollywood Food Tour with Sidewalk Food Tours , you’ll get to bite into some of the best foods at the market from the most famous restaurants and stalls at the farmer’s market.

As you take your tastebuds for a culinary spin, you’ll also nourish your brain with interesting facts about Los Angeles cuisine, multi-cultural food influence, and the farmers market itself.

Avoid the tourist trap restaurants, and get well-versed in what LA food is really like on this tasty tour!

Receive a great introduction to the fresh food scene in Los Angeles, with a few bites in between the stories and fascinating food facts!

This tour is not only a great way to try the best of LA food, but also a great place to get local food recommendations from your local guides.

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13 – Haunted Hollywood Walking Tour: True Crime & Creepy Tales

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 199 reviews )

“Beau was such a pro! There was so much great information. I was unsure, as a local, how much there was to learn, but my mind was blown! Highly recommend for tourists or locals!” Stephanie. Viator

Do you believe in the paranormal? After attending the Haunted Hollywood Walking Tour by ExperienceFirst , you may just begin!

Go back to the yesteryears when the Hollywood Ripper walked the dark streets of LA in search of their next victim, learn about the disturbing facts about the Manson murders, learn about all the tragedy of the famous Black Dahlia, and more!

Visit notoriously haunted places like the Pantages Theater buzzing with ghost activity, explore other famous hotels like the Knickerbocker Hotel where Houdini first performed, and feel the unsettling feeling at some of Hollywood’s famous landmarks.

Are you spooked yet?

If you’re into spooky tales, and true crime, with a bit of history, this haunted Hollywood tour is for you! Enjoy the storytelling talents of your guide, retelling LA’s most bone-chilling stories, while visiting some of LA’s iconic spots after dark to see the city through a darker lens.

14 – 4 Hours Private Tour of Hollywood, Los Angeles and Beverly Hills with Multimedia

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 381 reviews )

“I think this is one of the best tours we have taken…! Mark made the tour so fun and entertaining with his jokes, music and photos on the big screen. He even took our photos and later airdropped it to our phone. Adding a few of his own informative one. If you are in LA you must definitely book this tour! Can’t recommend it enough.” Mara. Viator

Be entertained, educated, and amazed at all there is to see and experience in Los Angeles on this Private Tour of Hollywood, Los Angeles, and Beverly Hills!

Operated by Legends Of Hollywood Tours LLC , ride inside a luxurious van, equipped with a 32” screen, detailing stories of the specific areas that you’re passing through. Enjoy rapid facts, and fun trivia questions, and enjoy the company of your local guide, who will share even more local insight.

Whether you’ve been to Los Angeles before or it’s your first visit, this tour will surely surprise you with unique storytelling, local recommendations, and good-to-know information.

Be impressed by the City of Angels on this 4-hour-long tour, with music, games, and fascinating facts in between iconic landmark spotting!

If you’re traveling with a group, this tour is one to consider!

Feel the contagious enthusiasm and good energy from your guide, and add this bucket-list tour to your itinerary!

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15 – Los Angeles: Hollywood and Beverly Hills Guided Bus Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 232 reviews )

“The tour was excellent! We saw many celebrity homes, the Hollywood sign, the house and the driver of Al Pachino our guide chatted for a while, made a pit stop when needed just below Rodeo Drive, and all supported with the artistic commentaries of our guide!” Georgi. Getyourguide

Have a blast with other like-minded travelers exploring LA and it’s finest locations on this exciting Los Angeles, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills, Guided Bus Tour!

Known as one of the most popular tours by Star Track Tours, be driven around like a VIP close to celebrity hot spots while looking around at iconic views of the Hollywood Walk of Fame from your open-top bus!

Discover Los Angeles’s other sights, closer to the Hollywood Sign for your epic selfie, and then head towards the neighborhoods of the stars.

Then, explore where stars like John Travolta and John Legend live, while cruising through Beverly Hills!

Sign up for a fun tour that covers pretty much the majority the Los Angeles’, Hollywood, and Beverly Hill’s most popular sites!

Enjoy a small group ambiance, and the professionalism and joy of your local guide leading the way with facts and comedy, set inside a spacious tour bus!

16 – Hooray for Hollywood Helicopter Tour 35 Minutes

Rating: ⭐️ 5/5 ( 14 reviews )

“Great way to see LA from above! Was the highlight of our trip and Peter was just the best pilot with great knowledge about the area. Highly recommended” Sultan. Viator

Soar across the sunny blue skies, overlooking Los Angeles in a whole new way with a  Hollywood Helicopter Tour!

Get a whole new perspective of Los Angeles and Hollywood, as you ascend to a whole new level of touring the city’s most popular sites, from the Hollywood Sign to The Hollywood Walk of Fame, the TCL Chinese Theater, and beyond.

Enjoy a wider view of the homes and neighborhoods of celebrities in Beverly Hills, while enjoying the commentary of your professional pilot and guide.

Operated by GROUP 3 HELICOPTERS , with years of experience, raving reviews, and creators of memorable helicopter experiences.

If you’re looking for a romantic activity or something fun to do with friends, this epic tour will be a highlight!

We absolutely recommend you add this amazing experience to your list of things to do in Hollywood to truly relish the unique and best views in the city.

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17 – Hollywood Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 95 reviews )

“Really had no expectations but WOW was I surprised. Pip did a great job and we really felt like we were back when Hollywood started. Just the right amount time for a walk. Thanks” Karen. Viator

After you experience the initial impression of Hollywood, get to know the real city and its landmarks on this detailed Hollywood Behind-the-Scenes Tour.

Put on your audio set, and walk alongside a local sharing lesser-known facts about Hollywood, from its fascinating building architecture to a look at what made Hollywood an entertainment powerhouse, and more.

This tour takes you to some buildings, especially theaters, not commonly part of other tours, so you’ll get to peruse the interiors of numerous historical entertainment hubs, including the Egyptian Theater and Disney’s El Capitan Theater!

Operated by Red Line Tours , get ready to enjoy entertainment magic!

Enjoy exclusive access to theaters and other not-so-commonly seen buildings on this behind-the-scenes tour of Hollywood! From a speakeasy bar to the Blossom Room where the first Oscars were hosted, this tour is brimming with unique facts!

We recommend this tour if you want to do something a little off the beaten path.

18 – Hollywood Sign & Celebrity Homes Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4.5/5 ( 200 reviews )

“Great tour guide and group, very knowledgeable, saw the areas where many stars live and drove through Beverly Hills.” Alicia. Viator

Access Hollywood Tours offers insight and, well, access, to the homes of the big names in Hollywood on this Hollywood Sign & Celebrity Homes Tour!

This award-winning tour features an interactive and comfortable ride along Hollywood’s most coveted landmarks and buildings, with top-tier professionalism, information, and hospitality from the company and the staff members.

The open-top bus allows for wide views of the Hollywood Sign, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the lavish homes of Beverly Hills, and more, so you can walk away with the best photos, and an incredibly enriching experience.

This experience is ideal for families and friend groups!

We recommend this tour for its professionalism, enthusiastic guide, local insight, and interactive nature that not only allows for an informative tour but also one where you may even make a few friends.

Covering the most popular sights in Hollywood, you’re bound to fall in love with the city on this tour!

19 – Los Angeles and Hollywood Daytime Flight Tour

Rating: ⭐️ 4/5 ( 6 reviews )

Soar through the LA skies and add this to your list of the best things to do in Hollywood when you book a spot on the Los Angeles and Hollywood Daytime Flight Tour!

Offering exclusively daytime helicopter rides, this experience will allow you to see LA’s many sights, including a bit beyond into Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, and even other amazing sights.

Fly near one of the busiest U.S. airports  – LAX, and admire LA’s underrated city skyline.

With the magnificent Hollywood Hills in the back and the unmissable Hollywood Sign, you’ll relish listening to your guide’s years of experience and insight!

To fully take advantage of the glorious LA weather all year round, you cannot miss the opportunity to take to the skies on this incredible daytime tour! We recommend this tour if you’re looking to see a few different perspectives of the iconic city’s landmarks, buildings, and nature from the sky.

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Which Hollywood City Tour is Best?

This post covers a variety of popular walking tours of Hollywood, including excursions to the Hollywood Hills, haunted theaters, club crawls, and GPS-led audio tours.

Not all tours cover the same area or topics and we explain.

• Hollywood Sightseeing Tours
• Hollywood Hills Hikes
• Haunted Hollywood Tours
• Hollywood Club Crawls
• Self-Guided Option

Directions to Hollywood

FREE TOURS BY FOOT | Hollywood Walking Tour

In the early 1900s, a group of independent movie producers wishing to escape the eastern movie establishment made their way west to California.

These producers called themselves the United Artists, and by 1910 they found themselves in the tiny village of Hollywood.

Join us on our name your own price Hollywood tour as we uncover the local lore of the vibrant community of Hollywood. 

In addition to our public walking tour of Hollywood, we also offer a GPS-led audio option , which you could take any time that you wish.

For even more things to do in the area, make sure to read the following articles:

• Studio Tours
• Things To Do in Hollywood
• Things to Do in Los Angeles

Starline Hollywood Walking Tour

In addition to their hop-on hop-off bus tours , this historic company also offers a walking tour which covers some of the most notable sites in Hollywood.

Visitors can expect to see and learn about several filming locations, the Walk of Fame, noteworthy theaters, and more. You'll also receive a complimentary set of earbuds to help you hear your guide better.

• Admission prices: $25 per person
• Availability: Saturday and Sunday
• Hours: 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 3:30 pm
• Duration: 1 hour
• Purchase admission or learn more .

Hollywood Walk of Fame Walking Tour

If you're especially interested in seeing the Walk of Fame, this company offers an outing that covers the historic landmark in great detail.

In addition to seeing some of the most notable names on this Hollywood stars tour, you'll also hear some of the most interesting tales from the past century of film production.

Guests can also expect to see sites such as the Hollywood Roosevelt, the Magic Castle, and the El Capitan theater while hearing tales of legendary filmmakers and actors such as Charlie Chaplin and Marilyn Monroe.

• Admission prices: $32 per person
• Availability: Daily at 11 am
• Duration: 2 hours

The Real Los Angeles Tours

The Real Los Angeles Tours is a sightseeing tour company and never rely on buses or vehicles to lead their tours, as they feel the best way to learn about a city is to experience it by foot, which we agree with! 

On their Heart of Hollywood Tour, you will go back in time to when the name first appeared on maps in the late nineteenth century.

Then, they’ll tell you how and why the movie industry first moved here in the early twentieth century (at which time the town itself didn’t even have a bar or movie-theater of its own).

They’ll also show you the many iconic buildings on the famous Walk of Fame, including the Capitol Records Building, the oldest house in Hollywood (where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater and the TCL Chinese Theater, where your Hollywood tour finishes – in the heart of Hollywood.

• Ticket Prices: $50
• Availability: Multiple dates at 10 am
• Purchase your tickets .

Hollywood Behind the Scenes Tour

This tour starts right in front of Grauman's Egyptian Theatre and covers a lot of ground.

See notable stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as you discover some of the most historic movie palaces in the area.

In addition to seeing beautiful and luxurious theatres, you'll also discover some of the most significant landmarks in Tinseltown.

At only 75 minutes in length, this trek should be fairly easy for almost any audience to complete.

• Ticket Prices: $27 for Adults | $15 for Children
• Availability: Daily @ 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM & 4 PM
• Duration: 75 minutes
• Live guides use an audio system to help you hear the tour.
• Click here for more information .

With an average score of 4.8 out of 5 stars , it's safe to say that ratings for this service are very positive ( read reviews here ).

HOLLYWOOD HILLS HIKING TOURS

The Hollywood Sign draws a lot of tourists each year, but it's not always easy to see from Hollywood Boulevard.

If you want a good look at the landmark, it'll be important to make your way up the Hollywood hills.

Although most people prefer to drive closer to the sign, there are actually a few Hollywood hiking tours that will take you to one of the best viewing locations.

Each hike will take around 2-3 hours, so prepare to get a good workout.

Bikes and Hikes LA

With the help of an expert hiking guide, you'll learn a lot about the history of Los Angeles while walking through the hills to find one of the best views of the Hollywood Sign.

Your tour guide will also provide interactive videos revealing the significance of specific locations.

Once you reach the highest point in the Hollywood Hills, you'll also have the opportunity to look down and see the magnificent skyscrapers of Downtown Los Angeles off in the distance. 

• Ticket Prices: $35 per person
• Availability: Daily @ 10 AM
• Duration: 2 ½ hours
• Reusable water bottle included

Customers have enjoyed their experience enough to give this company 4.9 out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

A majority of guests were impressed with the incredible views from the Hollywood Hills, indicating that this trip was the highlight of their vacation in Los Angeles. 

In addition to other services in the area, LA Tour 1 also provides a hike through the Hollywood Hills.

During this trek, you'll ascend the equivalent of 12 flights of stairs, taking frequent breaks to enjoy the incredible views.

Your final destination will be Griffith Observatory, one of the best locations to see the Hollywood Sign. After the trip, you can either stay and enter the Observatory or walk back down with your tour guide.

• Ticket Prices: $39 for Adults | $35 for Children
• Availability: Daily @ 9:30 AM
• Griffith Observatory Entry Included

This outing has received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars ( read reviews here ).

The tour guides were described as both informative and friendly, providing a lot of interesting details along the way.

Some visitors warn that the inclines can be quite steep, indicating that this hike isn't necessarily going to be easy for everyone.

Hollywood Tourz

If you're looking for a more extensive tour through Hollywood, this may be your best bet.

In addition to providing a traditional trek down Hollywood Boulevard, this service also includes a hike to the Griffith Observatory for incredible photo opportunities.

Discover the history behind Tinseltown with the help of a professional tour guide and finish your journey at one of the best viewing locations for the Hollywood Sign.

• Ticket Prices: $25 for Adults | $15 for Children
• Availability: Daily @ 9 AM & 4 PM
• Includes both walking and hiking tour

Although there aren't many reviews for this specific trip, it's worth noting that Hollywood Tourz has received an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor and Viator ( read the reviews ). 

HAUNTED HOLLYWOOD WALKING TOURS

You might not immediately think about Hollywood as a location that could be haunted, but there have indeed been many reports of strange happenings in and around the area.

If you're interested in learning about some of the darker and even supernatural tales from the 'Boulevard of Broken Dreams,' consider one of the following tours.

ExperienceFirst California | Hollywood Haunted Walking Tour

There have been reports of supernatural activity in Hollywood for decades, and many of the locations that are supposedly haunted are either restaurants, hotels, or entertainment venues such as movie theaters.

This company offers a tour covering creepy true crime stories and some of the more noteworthy sites where hauntings have been reported.

Guests can expect to visit landmarks such as the Pantages Theatre, the Roosevelt Hotel, and many others as they learn about subjects as varies as the Manson murders and Houdini's attempt to rise from the grave.

• Admission prices: $39/Adults | $35/Youth
• Availability: Daily at 6 pm

American Ghost Walks | Downtown Hollywood Ghost Tour

Much like their competitors, this company also offers a haunted Hollywood tour which covers a lot of the same ground, including tales of Houdini, reported hauntings at the Roosevelt Hotel, and more.

In addition to those sites, you can also expect to see and hear about disturbing legends from landmarks such as the TCL Chinese Theater, Musso & Frank Grill, the Stella Adler Theater, the Vogue Theater and more.

• Admission prices: $30.74 per person
• Availability: Daily at 7 pm

Questo | Haunted Hollywood Exploration Game

If you can't manage to make it out for a guided tour, this is an excellent alternative that you can enjoy on any smartphone.

All you have to do is download the app onto your phone and use it to find some of the most eerie locations in Hollywood, including a variety of historical information about the area.

While enjoying this exploration game, you can expect to visit sites such as the TCL Chinese Theatre and the El Capitan Theatre.

• Price: $5.50
• Availability: 24/7
• Duration: 1-2 hours
• Purchase this app or learn more .

HOLLYWOOD CLUB CRAWL

In addition to all the other interesting Hollywood city tours that are currently available, there is also a walking tour that covers some of the best nightclubs in Los Angeles.

Guests can expect free entry at all venues and drink specials allowing them to save some money while partying in the entertainment capital of the world.

Who knows? You might even see a few celebrities!

• Admission prices: $29 per person
• Availability: Friday and Saturday at 9 pm
• Duration: 4 hours

Self Guided Walking Tour of Hollywood

This self-guided tour will take you through some the legendary spots of Hollywood and past some of the new and exciting revitalized buildings along Hollywood Boulevard.

In addition to the GPS-led audio guide, we also have a written tour that you can download to your phone or simply read from this page.

Here is how it works:

• Purchase an audio tour.
• Get a confirmation email with .mp3, .pdf and embeddable Google Map
• Enjoy the tour(s).

Even if you don't download any tours, you will still have access to valuable information on sightseeing.

Available Tours:

• Hollywood ($2.99)

Listen to a sample of our Hollywood tour (Intro)

How to get there : take the Metro red line to the Hollywood/Vine exit.

If using GPS, plug in 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 to get to the starting point.

The Pantages Theatre (6233 Hollywood Blvd)

Across the street from the Hollywood/Vine Metro stop, you’ll find the last movie palace built in Hollywood; the Pantages Theater, designed by architect Marcus Priteca and completed in 1930.

Alexander Pantages originally built the theater to host Vaudeville performances.

Eventually, performances of this type became too expensive as the depression wore on and it was converted to an all movie venue.

Howard Hughes purchased the building in 1941, and under his ownership, it began hosting the Academy Awards from 1950-1960.

The first-ever telecast of the Academy Awards took place here in 1953.

In 1977, the Pantages converted exclusively to live stage productions.

In 2000, it underwent a massive rehabilitation uncovering all of its original Art Deco features.

The Pantages is now one of the most popular spots in LA to see Broadway-style productions. Great hits such as The Lion King , Wicked and The Book of Mormon have all staged productions here.

The Capitol Records Building (1750 Vine St)

The Capitol Records building was the world’s first circular office building when Welton Becket’s design was completed in 1956.

Inside the building, unforgettable acts such as The Beach Boys, Nat “King” Cole, Sir Paul McCartney and Frank Sinatra have recorded some of the world’s greatest musical gems.

Thirty feet below the building is an underground concrete bunker designed by guitarist Les Paul.

In the quiet of this chamber, musicians can record with a reverb that lasts up to five seconds, an effect that was most famously heard on the Beach Boy’s ‘Good Vibrations.'

If you pass the building at night, you’ll see a red flashing light on top of the needle.

Most assume it’s a signal for a passing plane, but it was created to blink the word “Hollywood” in Morse code.

In 1956, Leila Morse, daughter of Samuel Morse, was invited to flip the switch for the very first time.

In November 2016, the signal was changed momentarily to blink “Capitol 75” in honor of Capitol Records 75 year anniversary.

On the south side of the Capitol Records building, you will find an impressive mural titled Hollywood Jazz: 1945-1972.

Painted in 1990 by Richard Wyatt, the mural depicts Jazz greats Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan, Charlie Parker, Tito Puente, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Shelly Manne, Dizzy Gillespie, Billie Holiday and Duke Ellington.

The mural was originally funded by the Los Angeles Jazz Society, but its restoration was made possible by Capitol records in 2011.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame

It’s roughly a 10-minute walk till your next stop so take time to enjoy and appreciate the Hollywood Walk of Fame underneath your feet.

The Walk of Fame extends 1.3 miles east to west on Hollywood Blvd, with some stars on Gower Street, Marshfield Way, and Vine Street.

The idea for the walk of fame originated inside the original Hollywood Hotel, where gold stars with the names of celebrities used to grace the ceiling.

When the hotel was torn down, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce decided to create a permanent installation along Hollywood Blvd by continuously awarding stars to celebrities of great achievement.

Today, celebrities are chosen through a nominating process that is usually initiated by a fan club, studio or record company. Roughly 200 people are nominated every year and only 10% of those nominated ever receive a star.

The 2017 honorees include Rita Wilson, Goldie Hawn, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Eva Longoria, Sarah Silverman, John Legend and Selena Quintanilla.

You will find the stars for all four Beatles and Neil Diamond outside the Capitol Record Building.

Dolores Del Rio Mural (Hollywood & Hudson Street)

Just off Hollywood Blvd is a Mural celebrating the life and career of one of Hollywood’s most legendary ladies, Dolores Del Rio.

She was one of the first Latina stars in Hollywood, making her break into the silent films in the 1920s and then the talkies of the 1930s.

She starred in over 30 movies in the United States, after which she returned to her native Mexico, where she launched a career in Mexican cinema.

She has appeared in films with the likes of Fred Astaire and Elvis Presley.

George Bernard Shaw once said of her: "The two most beautiful things in the world are the Taj Mahal and Dolores del Río."

This mural was painted by Alfredo de Batuc in 1990 and can be found on the east side of Hudson Street near Hollywood Blvd.

Janes House (6541 Hollywood Blvd)

The oldest home on Hollywood Blvd is the Janes House, built-in 1902 as part of a parcel of fine Victorian homes.

Herman and Mary Jane of Aurora, IL bought the home for $10,000 in 1903 and lived there with their four children.

In 1911, the women of the household opened a kindergarten on site entitled Misses Janes School of Hollywood ; later, the school would expand to K-8 services.

The school folded up in 1926, and for a time the front yard took on many uses – including a gas pump, parking lot, and tourist business.

The last of the Janes children died in 1982, and despite it being declared a landmark, the land was sold to developers in 1984.

They moved the house to the back lot and built a 14,000-sq. ft. mini-mall in front.

It has served many purposes through the years and today it is the home of the ’20s themed speakeasy, “No Vacancy at Hotel Juniper.”

The house and the Janes sisters were said to be an inspiration for the famous novel Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? by Henry Farrell.

The book was later adapted into a movie with Bette Davis playing a character named Jane Hudson. This may be a nod to the fact that the Janes House is adjacent to Hudson Street.

Musso and Frank’s Grill (6667 Hollywood Blvd)

Frank Musso’s grill is the oldest in Hollywood and the last of the famed celebrity dining establishments of old Hollywood.

The restaurant opened its doors in 1919 with some of their earliest customers arriving on horseback.

Legend has it that Charlie Chaplin and John Barrymore challenged one another to a horse race down Hollywood Boulevard right in front of the restaurant.

Not only is the restaurant ancient, but so are the menu options.

Charlie Chaplin loved to sit in the front window eating his grilled lamb kidney and Irish stew, Rudolph Valentino preferred a plate of spaghetti, and Ginger Rogers ordered steak followed by a rum cake for dessert.

The management has thought to modernize the menu, but whenever the customers are asked the response is “don’t change anything.”

In addition to their old-time menu, you’ll also get old-time service from Bartenders and waiters who have worked at Frank Musso’s for up to 50 years.

Celebrities are still regulars here and the waitstaff is superb at keeping the paparazzi away.

The Egyptian Theater/American Cinematheque (6712 Hollywood Blvd)

The Egyptian theater originally boasted beautiful murals of hieroglyphics, a sunburst ceiling, and a forecourt with middle eastern shops lined with guards in Egyptian costumes.

King Tut’s tomb had just been discovered and showman Sid Grauman thought to capitalize on its popularity by building the elaborate movie palace in 1922.

That same year, the first movie premiere in Hollywood’s history took place here with the showing of Robin Hood starring Douglass Fairbanks.

The theater would then serve as the perfect backdrop for the 1923 premiere of Cecil B. De Mille’s The Ten Commandments .

By the 1980s, the theater was in terrible shape and fell victim to remodeling.

Its salvation came about when a local non-profit organization called American Cinematheque purchased the theater in 1998.

There is the main theater inside which holds up to 650 people along with a smaller theater which was financed by Steven Spielberg.

In addition to its regular classic film showings, there are various film festivals that often headline celebrities.

The festivals are held on various topics that range from the showing of movies with a specific director or actor to themes such as the developing world or LGBT productions.

Tours of the theater are also available, and they include the showing of a 55-minute documentary called Forever Hollywood .

To find out more about the American Cinematique’s events, check out their calendar .

Hollywood Wax Museum (6767 Hollywood Blvd)

The Hollywood Wax Museum was the first in Hollywood, founded by Indian-Canadian lumber worker Spoony Singh.

Mr. Singh was a man full of ideas and always wanted to tap into the next big thing.

While working in Canada, the idea struck him that everyone travels to Los Angeles to see all the stars, but they can never find them.

Why not create wax figures of them and allow people to see them all under one roof?

Mr. Singh opened his museum in 1965 with a half-mile long line of people excited to see his work.

To attract the attention of the average passerby, he had his employees dress as characters such as London bobbies or gorillas riding on skateboards.

Additionally, visitors sometimes found that the most exciting experience was inside the museum, as live actors would stand among the wax figures and start to move/speak to intentionally spook the guests.

Inside the museum, you'll find a plethora of wax figures including John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe, Leonardo Di Caprio, and Catherine Zeta-Jones.

The museum has transitioned somewhat from highlighting individual stars to depicting entire movie scenes.

Later, Mr. Singh opened the Hollywood Guinness Museum, another mainstay attraction on Hollywood Blvd.

The Hollywood Museum/Former Max Factor Headquarters (660 N Highland Ave)

Among the various museums lined up along Hollywood Boulevard, this is a must-see.

The Hollywood Museum has the largest collection of Hollywood memorabilia in the entire world.

You will find movie scripts, props, posters, costumes, photographs and more. You will also get a closer look at the history of Hollywood and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Inside you’ll see Marilyn Monroe’s million-dollar dress, items from Michael Jackson, I Love Lucy , Harry Potter , and Miley Cyrus just to name a few.

As the museum is in the historic Max Factor Building, you can also visit the makeup rooms where Judy Garland and Bettie Davis got their look and the location where Marilyn Monroe became blond.

The Dolby Theater (6801 Hollywood Blvd)

Designed by David Rockwell, the Dolby Theater has been the home of the Academy Awards since 2002.

This state of the art theater is perfect for televised theatrical performances and is also the home of America’s Got Talent .

The stage is one of the largest in the United States at 113 feet wide and 60 feet deep. It can showcase a large variety of acts and was once the home of Cirque du Soleil.

The entrance leads to a grand stairway and is flanked by Art Deco columns with the names of past recipients of the Academy Award for Best Picture.

The theater also showcases the great musical talent and past performances include Adele, Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Elvis Costello and much more.

TCL Chinese Theater/Grauman’s (6925 Hollywood Boulevard)

Built by Sid Grauman, the Chinese Theater has undergone a few name changes since it was constructed. Grauman was also responsible for creating the Egyptian Theater down the street.

The theater opened in 1927 with the premiere of Cecil B. De Mille’s The King of Kings , the grandest opening Hollywood has ever seen.

Since then, it has hosted more premiers than any other theater in Hollywood history and was the site of the 1977 premiere of Star Wars .

The exterior is meant to resemble a Chinese pagoda with a Chinese dragon across the façade and two guard lions at the entrance.

The interior is equally impressive, and for those who don’t have time to catch a movie, the theater offers daily tours.

The Chinese Theater is also famous for the celebrity handprints and footprints in the concrete out front.

Handprints of Hollywood stars include those of Mary Pickford, Shirley Temple, John Wayne, George Lucas, and Steven Spielberg.

Additionally, you'll also find an imprint of the cigar of Groucho Marx and the wands used by Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson in Harry Potter .

El Capitan Theater (6838 Hollywood Blvd)

Across from Grauman’s Chinese theater sits another gem of Hollywood’s glory days, the El Capitan Theater.

In 1926, the El Capitan fulfilled Hollywood’s need for its first spoken drama theater with a capacity of 1550 seats.

It brought some of the top names of the day to grace the stage including Clark Gable, Buster Keaton, Mary Pickford, Joan Fontaine, Henry Fonda and Will Rogers.

The El Capitan was designed in the Spanish Colonial Style by Architectural firm Morgan Walls, with a contrasting East-Indian interior which was designed by Albert Lansburgh.

In 1941, the El Capitan converted to a movie theater. That same year, the theater was rented by Orson Wells to premiere his first feature film, Citizen Kane .

It was also the location of the premiere of Cecil B. DeMille’s Reap the Wild Wind .

In the following decades, the El Capitan changed ownership (and its name along with it) many times, and in the process suffered a series of unfortunate changes to its decor.

Disney (in Partnership with Pacific Theaters) bought the venue in 1989 and conducted a full restoration back to its 1920’s grandeur.

Today the theater often showcases premiers of Disney Films as well as exclusive first runs, stage shows, and other special events.

Movie viewings are usually preceded by exhibits and entertainment which may include a performance of old Disney tunes on a grand 1926 Wurlitzer organ.

Visit the El Capitan website for showtimes.

The Roosevelt Hotel (7000 Hollywood Blvd)

Built in 1926, the Roosevelt Hotel was named after President Theodore Roosevelt and known for its beautiful Spanish Colonial Revival Interior.

Famous rooms in the hotel include the Gable-Lombard penthouse where Clark Gable and Carole Lombard used to stay and the Marilyn Monroe suite where the actress lived for the first two years of her acting career.

The first Academy Awards ceremony ever held took place here on May 16, 1929. The ceremony, hosted by Douglas Fairbanks, was not televised and had only 270 persons in attendance.

Winners were already announced three months prior and the award would not be called the “Oscar” for another four years.

The pool at the Roosevelt was featured in a 1955 episode of  I Love Lucy when the Ricardos and Mertzes came to Hollywood.

Inside the hotel’s nightclub called the Cinegrill , a scene from The Fabulous Baker Boys was filmed featuring Jeff Bridges and Michelle Pfeiffer.

Other films shot on this location include Beverly Hills Cop II , Catch Me If You Can and The People v O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story .

The Magic Castle (7001 Franklin Avenue)

This beautiful 1909 Châteauesque building was once the residence of two Hollywood notables: Rollin and Katherine Lane.

Rollin was a banker and real estate investor and Katherine an author, teacher, and philanthropist.

Both played vital roles in the development of Los Angeles by promoting agriculture in the region and launching vital programs for the betterment of its citizens.

The couple named their home “Holly Chateau” and it became a meeting point for the local elite and philanthropic events.

After the couple passed away in the 1940s, the building fell into disrepair and took on multiple uses.

In the 1950s, Milt Larsen – an NBC writer for the show Truth or Consequences – had a great view of the Lane mansion from his office window.

Milt’s father, Bill, was an accomplished magician and he taught these skills to his family.

Milt’s father even founded the Academy of Magical Arts and Sciences and Milt dreamed of turning the Lane Mansion into its headquarters.

Milt’s dream came true in 1961 when he, his brother and a group of volunteers began restoring the mansion to its Victorian grandeur.

The Magic Castle opened its doors in 1963 and has been entertaining audiences ever since.  

Today, visitors to the Magic Castle are delighted to enter the building, which is shrouded in mystique as only members or their guests can enter.

Visitors wishing to get in on short notice have the option of booking a hotel room for the night which is one way to be granted entry.

Once you enter the Magic Castle’s doors and make it through the secret, you’ll be greeted by a wonderful musician named Irma the ghost. Irma will delight you by playing any song you request.

There are a variety of bars, a dining area, magicians doing table tricks, and a major headlining show where audience members are volunteered to become part of the magic.

Guests also have the option to spend time in the lower level lounge where wonderful artifacts from the history of magic can be found, including some of Houdini’s original instruments.

The Magic Castle was designated as a world heritage site in 1989.

The Four Ladies of Hollywood (7083 Hollywood Blvd)

This stainless-steel monument by artist Catherine Hardwick depicts four leading ladies who broke barriers and represented diversity in the movie industry.

First is Mae West, who not only made her mark as an actress, writer, and comedian but even went to jail for her defiance of censorship. She is known as one of the top 15 movie actresses of all time.

Next to her is Anna May Wong, the first Chinese American movie actress who made her break in the silent movie era.

Wong was often cast in stereotypical supporting roles which she reluctantly played.

As a result, Wong sought work in Europe and was cast in the notable feature movie Picadilly in 1929.

Breakthrough Mexican actress Dolores Del Rio is also featured on the monument, as is Dorothy Dandridge, the first African American actress to be nominated for an Academy Award.

The monument is topped with a weather vane statue of Marilyn Monroe.

Charlie Chaplin Studios/ Jim Henson Company (1416 N La Brea Ave)

From the Four Ladies of Hollywood monument, it’s an 8-minute walk to your next stop: the Jim Henson Company Studios.

The studio was originally built by Charlie Chaplin in 1917 in the English Village style, blending in well with the early Hollywood rural scenery.

The grounds were a little world unto itself, complete with a swimming pool, tennis courts and even a home where Charlie Chaplin was meant to live.

It was here that Chaplin produced films such as The Kid , The Gold Rush , City Lights , Modern Times and The Great Dictator . Such notables as Winston Churchill and Hellen Keller were also filmed here.

When Chaplin left the US in 1952, the studio was sold to Webb and Knapp and became the 1955 filming location for the television series Adventures of Superman .  

From 1966 it 1999 it became the headquarters for A&M Records and was the location for the filming of Soul Train from 1981 to 1985.

The list of those who have recorded at the studios includes The Carpenters , The Moody Blues , The Offspring , Oingo Boingo , The Police , Soundgarden , Styx , Van Morrison,  and Van Halen .

The studio was also the location for the recording of the famous 1985 single “ We Are the World .”

In 2000, the studio was bought by the Jim Henson Company, who thought the quirky layout from the silent movie era would be a perfect location for its puppet empire.

After it was purchased, the studio unveiled a 12-foot statue of Kermit the Frog dressed as Charlie Chaplin’s The Tramp . Today, the studio a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument.

Unfortunately, the studio does not offer tours, but the grounds are rented out to the public on weekends for special events.

Hollywood High School Mural (521 N Highland Ave)

It’s about a ten-minute walk to your next stop, where you’ll find a mural painted on the side of the Hollywood High School auditorium which is well worth seeing.

The Mural is titled “ Portrait of Hollywood ” and it depicts a diversity of popular entertainers.

Shown are Dorothy Dandridge, Dolores del Río, Brandy Norwood, Selena, Lana Turner, Laurence Fishburne, Cantinflas, Carol Burnett, Cher, Ricky Nelson, Bruce Lee, Rudolph Valentino, and Judy Garland.

All of these stars attended Hollywood High School with the exception of Cantinflas, Bruce Lee, Selena, and Rudy Valentino.

The mural was completed in 2002 by artist Eloy Torrez and in 2007 he added a thirty-foot mural of another Hollywood High Alumni: comedian John Ritter.

The Crossroads of the World (6671 Sunset Blvd)

This set of buildings on Sunset Boulevard has been capturing the imagination of visitors for decades and was even replicated at Disney's MGM Studios Theme Park in Orlando, Florida.

The Crossroads of the World was built in 1936 by Architect Robert V. Derrah, and it would be the first outdoor shopping mall in Los Angeles.

What made the design so unique is how various architectural styles were used for each individual building, giving locals a glimpse of various locations around the world.

Styles include California Mediterranean, Cape Cod, French, Italian, Moorish and Spanish.

The original shopping center was said to be glamorous, with an Oriental Art shop, a French parfumerie, a Spanish Cigar maker and a high fashion woman’s dress shop.  

Crossroads of the World was eventually phased out and turned into office space which has served the entertainment industry for decades.

It has been the home base for casting agencies, scriptwriters, costume designers, producers, publicists and much more.

Films such as L.A. Confidential , Dragnet,  and Remington Steele have all been shot on location here.

In addition, musicians such as Jackson Brown, Crosby Stills and Nash, and the band America have enjoyed the quiet peace of The Crossroads.

Even now, visitors are welcome to walk through the Crossroads of the World to enjoy the lovely architecture and quiet space.

The Hollywood Athletic Club (6525 Sunset Blvd)

The Hollywood Athletic Club opened its doors on New Year’s Eve in 1924, and it would become the premier meeting place for the stars of early Hollywood.

In addition to the grand parties thrown there, the H.A.C. served as a hotel, a gymnasium, restaurant, sauna, library and cigar lounge alongside an Olympic sized swimming pool.

Its founding members were Charlie Chaplin, Rudolph Valentino, and Cecil B. DeMille.

Other original members included John Wayne, Mary Pickford, Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, Walt Disney, Mae West, John Barrymore, and Groucho Marx.

A number of top-notch events have been hosted here over the years, including the first Emmy Awards in 1949.  

As time went on, the H.A.C. went into decline and was bought by the University of Judaism. In the seventies, the building was put back on the market and was purchased by concert promoter Gary Berwin.

The Berwin Entertainment Complex brought in a long list of celebrities who partied there, including members of the Jackson Family, Steven Spielberg, Muhammad Ali, Dudley Moore, Michael J. Fox, Madonna, Melanie Griffith, George Lucas, Jane Fonda, Stevie Wonder, Alice Cooper, Billy Crystal, and many others.

In 1986, the club was acquired by the Nourmand family and now serves as an event venue and night club called Boulevard 3 .

Amoeba Music (6400 Sunset Blvd)

Amoeba Music opened its first location in Berkeley, CA in 1990.

This is especially interesting to note because independent records stores were being eaten up by corporate chain stores at the time.

Amoeba records had a mission to bring customers more music outside of what the giant retailers wanted them to hear.

Eventually, a store was added in San Francisco, and in 2001 Amoeba opened its doors in Los Angeles anticipating a stock of 250,000 titles, which makes it one of the largest independent music stores in the world.  

Today, Amoeba Music is a Hollywood landmark and meeting place for creative minds.

The store stocks music from both the top 40 and the best underground rock, hip-hop, electronica, jazz, world, and experimental music.

Additionally, Amoeba is also a popular music venue for live performance.

In June 2007, Amoeba Music hosted an unannounced live performance by Paul McCartney at their Hollywood location.

The performance was recorded and released as an EP titled Amoeba’s Secret .

If you look around inside, you might even spot a few celebrities.

As a matter of fact, the documentary Lemmy shows the late rock musician Lemmy Kilmister (of the band Motörhead ) visiting this store.

Arc Light Hollywood/ Cinerama (6360 Sunset Blvd)

Included in Pacific Theater’s Arc Light Theater complex is the prominent Cinerama dome.

The structure was completed in 1963 by Welton Becket & Associates and it is based on Buckminster Fuller’s patented geodesic dome design.

This architectural style made it easier to build for half the cost of standard theaters and in half the time.  

In the 1960s, Cinerama Inc. had its sights on building 600 of the same geodesic dome theaters within two years, although only a few were ever completed.

Since its construction, Cinerama has been a frequent location for movie premiers with the first being It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World in November of 1963.

In Ron Howard’s 2008 film Frost/Nixon, a scene was shot on location outside the Cinerama dome, recreating the 1976 premiere of The Slipper and the Rose .

Today, the Cinerama dome is an icon of modern architecture and a Los Angeles Historic/Cultural monument.

Hollywood Palladium (6215 Sunset Blvd)

When the Palladium opened in 1940, it became a top destination for WWII generation youth who danced the jitterbug to the tunes of top big bands.

The working folks lined up for the $1 cover charge, and stars such as Rita Hayworth and Tyrone Power were drawn to its dance floors.

The first performance featured Tommy Dorsey’s orchestra with Frank Sinatra on vocals.

The Palladium didn't just host dance events, it was also the location of several notable political rallies including a political luncheon hosted by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 and a speech delivered by Martin Luther King Jr. in 1964.  

In the 70s and 80s, The Palladium brought in popular rock acts which could still be enjoyed under the roof of a Moderne style building. I

n 1980, it was the filming location for the final scene of The Blues Brothers . Artists such as Richard Pryor, Keith Richards, Bad Religion and Megadeth have all recorded live performances here.

Even to this day, The Palladium still serves as an active music venue. It is also currently the largest and oldest dance venue in the city.

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Prices are dropping for the Jimmy Buffett tribute at the Hollywood Bowl

Fins up, prices down.

‘Keep The Party Going,’ a Jimmy Buffett tribute concert at Los Angeles, CA’s Hollywood Bowl featuring big names like Paul McCartney, The Eagles, Bon Jovi, Jackson Browne, and Sheryl Crow on Thursday, April 11, has shockingly affordable last-minute tickets available.

At the time of publication, our team found some seats going for as low as $68 before fees on Vivid Seats.

When we last reported on the concert, tickets started at $272 before fees.

That’s a whopping $204 in savings.

Better yet, lower-level promenade seats can be scooped up for a cool $231 before fees.

The show, which will celebrate the legacy of Buffett, who passed in September 2023 at the age of 76, also has  Zac Brown ,  Brandi Carlile ,  Kenny Chesney ,  Eric Church , Jack Johnson and more on its star-studded bill.

In total, 17 acts — plus, unnamed special guests — will take the stage.

For more information, we have everything you need to know and more about the ‘Keep The Party Going’ concert below.

All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.

A complete breakdown of all the best ticket prices by section at the Hollywood Bowl (versus what they cost on March 15, 2024) can be found below.

(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout .)

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As noted above, 17 acts are scheduled to take the stage at the April 11 event.

Unfortunately, the “more special guests” have yet to be announced.

In any event, if you want a closer at who is confirmed for the concert, here are all the Keep The Party Going artists that have been announced, per Buffett’s Instagram:

While we’re not sure whether McCartney and co. will play hits from their own catalogs or from Buffett’s — we’re leaning toward the latter — here’s a look at what Jimmy played at a February 2023 concert at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL, courtesy of  Set List FM :

01.) Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes”

02.) “Pencil Thin Mustache”

03.) “Fins”

04.) “Grapefruit—Juicy Fruit”

05.) “Growing Older but Not Up”

06.) “Volcano”

07.) “Son of a Son of a Sailor”

08.) “It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere”

09.) “Come Monday”

10.) “Cheeseburger in Paradise”

11.) “Trying to Reason With Hurricane Season”

12.) “Coconut Telegraph”

13.) “Little Martha” (The Allman Brothers Band cover)

14.) “Knees of My Heart”

15.) “The Wino and I Know”

16.) “He Went to Paris”

17.) “One Particular Harbour”

18.) “A Pirate Looks at Forty”

19.) “Back Where I Come From” (Mac McAnally cover)

20.) “Margaritaville”

21.) “Last Mango in Paris”

22.) “Tin Cup Chalice” (Jimmy Solo)

Want to dig a little deeper and see what Buffett has played at other shows or go as far back as his first concert in 1970?

Set List FM  has everything you need.

Quite a few of Buffett’s contemporaries from his ’70s heyday are still out and about.

Here are just five of our favorites you won’t want to miss live in the near future.

•  Rolling Stones

•  Aerosmith

•  Willie Nelson with Bob Dylan and Robert Plant

•  Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band

•  Billy Joel

Who else is on the road? Take a sneak peek at our list of the  52 biggest classic rockers on tour in 2024 here  to find out.

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‘Lion King’ Live-to-Film Hollywood Bowl Concert to Feature Jeremy Irons, Nathan Lane, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Eichner and More (EXCLUSIVE)

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The 30th anniversary of the original animated film version of “ The Lion King ” will be celebrated at the Hollywood Bowl next month with a live-to-film concert/screening that will include cast members from both the movie and theatrical versions — and beyond — including Jeremy Irons , Nathan Lane , Billy Eichner, Ernie Sabella, Jason Weaver and Bradley GIbson.

The shows will take place at the Bowl May 24-25 and be produced by Disney Concerts, Fulwell 73 Productions, AMP Worldwide and Live Nation-Hewitt Silva.

The general on-sale begins Friday at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster, with an American Express cardholder presale starting Tuesday at 10 a.m.

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Coming to the stage from the 1994 version will be Irons (who originated the sinister role of Scar), Lane (who played the comical Timon), Ernie Sabella (the first Pumbaa) and Jason Weaver (who played Young Simba). Gibson will represent the Broadway incarnation (he played Simba on stage), and Eichner will bring memories of the 2019 remake (he voiced Timon on screen).

Hudson has not previously been associated with the various incarnations of “The Lion King,.” But even though any voice cast will be mostly male, the opening number calls for a strong female voice, so it’s not difficult to begin the guessing game of where she might fit in.

It’s especially easy to make some educated guesses about what she’ll do knowing that Hudson sang “The Circle of Life” when she came to fame competing on “American Idol” during season 3.

The event precedes the release set for this coming Dec. 20 of a prequel from Walt Disney Studios, “Mufasa: The Lion King,” which like the 2019 version is being described as “live-action” (which, in this case, means a particularly photorealistic brand of animation — not actual singing lions). Eichner is reprising his role as Timon from the five-year-old remake in the forthcoming prequel; Barry Jenkins is directing. The trailer was described as going over well last week at CinemaCon.

Disney and Fulwell 73 previously teamed for “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium,” a livestreamed concert on Disney+ that went on to win an Emmy, and “Disney’s Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl,” a 2022 concert at the venue that was also turned into a Disney+ special. It would seem likely similar plans might be in the offing for May’s “Lion King” anniversary concerts, although no filming intentions have been announced.

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Watch Paul McCartney, the Eagles Perform ‘Let It Be’ at Jimmy Buffett Tribute Concert

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Paul McCartney celebrated Jimmy Buffett during a tribute concert at the Hollywood Bowl last night, sharing memories of the musician and performing the Beatles ‘ “Let It Be” with the Eagles.

“I had the great pleasure of knowing Jimmy,” McCartney told the audience. “And like everyone else on the bill tonight has said, this is one great man. He was generous, he was funny, he’d done just about everything in his life.”

He added, “I was on holiday with him and I forgot to bring my guitar, so he had his own guitar strung left-handed for me. And then the next time I saw him he’d had one custom made left-handed for me.”

He explained that he sang several songs for Buffett during the last week of his life and wanted to perform one of them for the concert. McCartney, who was introduced by Dave Grohl , showcased the 1970 song at a grand piano while backed by the Eagles.

Elsewhere during the tribute concert, Coral Reefer Band, Brown, and Grohl teamed up for a cover of Van Morrison’s “Brown Eyed Girl,” while Sheryl Crow showcased “Fins.”

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Snoop Dogg also appeared onstage, performing his song “Gin and Juice” for the audience.

Buffett died on Sept. 1, 2023, at the age of 76. At the time, McCartney wrote , “He had a most amazing lust for life and a beautiful sense of humour. When we swapped tales about the past his were so exotic and lush and involved sailing trips and surfing and so many exciting stories that it was hard for me to keep up with him. Right up to the last minute his eyes still twinkled with a humour that said, ‘I love this world and I’m going to enjoy every minute of it’.  So many of us will miss Jimmy and his tremendous personality. His love for us all, and for mankind as a whole.”

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Highlights:.

• Hit the Red Square;
• Explore the nooks and crannies of Alexander Garden;
• Get a taste of the ancient Kitay Gorod;
• Learn about the tragic destiny of the Christ the Savior Cathedral;
• Roam through the heart of Moscow.

Walking Tour Itinerary:

Here are our TOP 7 things to help you start your Russian adventure or tick off before you say goodbye to Moscow.

Wander around the vast cobblestone square with rich past, gorgeous architecture, incredible GUM , bright colors of the Kremlin and swirling Saint Basil’s Cathedral .

Kitay Gorod

Walk across the Red Square to see the embankment of old Moscow river and plunge into the atmosphere of ancient Russian village where nobles preferred to settle in XV century.

Varvarka street

Walk up Varvarka street to find the landmark of Kitay Gorod - Palace of the Romanov Boyars, which was built in the XVI century and where lived the first Tsar from the Romanov dynasty.

Old English Court

Look at the Old English Court , which used to be the English Embassy in Moscow and where Ivan the Terrible confined the envoy from England, because Queen Elizabeth I refused to marry him.

Alexander Garden

Watch the solemn ceremony of the Changing of the guards , pay respect to the eternal flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier , and the stone Grotto , The huge fountain in the centre adds a sophisticated feel to the almost 200 year old garden.

Christ the Savior Cathedral

Walk to the cathedral which is of a great cultural value to Russians. Its marvelous exterior, enormous golden domes, colossal bronze doors and pristine white walls will touch your feelings.

Patriarch’s Bridge

Pause on the bridge and marvel at the Kremlin, river cruises, monument after Peter the Great and Red October Chocolate Factory , which is now a nightlife hub for youngsters.

About Moscow:

We picked up a list of article that might be useful and helpful to you during your stay in Moscow. These are things to do in Moscow, tips about Moscow, best cafes in Moscow and simply fun facts about Moscow. Enjoy reading!

Before coming to Moscow:

• Our fun guides sharing their observations about their tours and best practices:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-private-guides-on-tours-in-moscow
• What you should know about Moscow:  
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/5-things-to-know-before-you-go-to-moscow

Off the beaten path of Moscow:

• Kitay Gorod:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-fun-facts-about-kitay-gorod
• Zamoskvorechye:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-fun-facts-about-zamoskvorechye
• White City:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-off-the-beaten-path-white-city  

The best parks in Moscow:

• Muzeon Statues Park:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-off-the-beaten-path-muzeon-park
• Gorky Park: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-gorky-park
• Tsaritsino Park: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-37-reasons-to-visit-tsaritsyno
• Kolomenskoe Park:
•   https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-kolomenskoe-museum-reserve

The most historical and beautiful streets of Moscow:

• Arbat  srreet: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-arbat-street
• Tverskaya street: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-things-to-do-tverskaya-street
• Downtown of Moscow: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-moscow-streets

What to do in Moscow:

• How to have a Real Russian Experience:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/real-russian-experience
• Things to do in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/21-things-to-do-in-moscow
• Architectural masterpieces, hidden gems of Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-off-the-beaten-path
• Top Moscow attractions:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/top-10-moscow-attractions

Budget travel:

• How to have fun in Moscow for less than $4:
• How to save money in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/7-ways-to-save-money-while-travelling-to-moscow

Cafes & restaurants in Moscow:

• Moscow cafes with Russian breakfast:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-cafes-with-russian-breakfast
• Best Moscow restaurants:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/best-moscow-restaurants
• Best coffee shops in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-best-coffee-shops

Moscow Metro:

• Facts about Moscow Metro:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/fun-facts-about-moscow-metro
• Myths about Moscow Metro:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/7-myths-about-moscow-metro
• Facts about Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/fun-facts-50-facts-about-moscow
• Fun Facts about Kremlin:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/33-fun-facts-from-our-kremlin-tours
• The best flea markets in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-best-flea-markets
• Top 5 Russian souvenirs:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/top-5-russian-souvenirs

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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