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HOLLYWOOD SIGN for a leisurely walk or a run. The famous sign is a Never crowded, it offers views cultural icon located on of the that are in the . It was creat- second to none. CITY GUIDE TO ed in 1923 as an advertisement for a local real estate development and RUNYON CANYON originally spelled “Hollywoodland.” (1.8 MILES TO TRAILHEAD) HOLLYWOOD Hike to the top of the sign and take 2000 N Fuller Ave in breathtaking 360° views of LA. Runyon Canyon is a system of easy to challenging trails with expansive Mt Hollywood Trail views of LA along the way. The 3 MILES (EASY) people watching can be just as and Canyon Drive Trail intriguing as the workout these 6.5 MILES (MODERATE) trails provide. Dogs are welcome! Hike 3 MILES (DIFFICULT) Beachwood Canyon Stairs Map (3.8 MILES) 2800 E Observatory Rd Sitting on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood in , the Griffith Observatory is a popular tourist attraction with an excellent view of the Holly- wood Sign and an extensive array of space and -related displays. Admission has been free since it opened in 1935. BEACHWOOD CANYON STAIRS (2.6 MILES) (1.5 MILES) Start: 2800 Beachwood Dr The reservoir was created in 1924 This is a vigorous hike through with the construction of Mulholland Hollywood history, utilizing some Dam. The trail around the reservoir, of the steepest and most also known as Lake Hollywood, is charming staircases in the city, completely flat as opposed to a and affording breathtaking views hike, making it the perfect place from Downtown to the sea.

1800 Argyle Avenue, , CA 90028 everlyhotelhollywood.com | #everlyhollywood UNIVERSAL STUDIOS BARNSDALE ART PARK HOLLYWOOD 100 Universal City Plaza & HOLLYHOCK HOUSE Universal Studios is one of the oldest 4800 Hollywood Blvd and most famous Hollywood A city park located just over the Arguably one of the most studios still in use today. In addition border of Hollywood in Los Feliz. famous neighborhoods in 6801 Hollywood Blvd to the studios, it’ also home to a The park is a Los Angeles Historic- the world, Hollywood is the Live-performance auditorium, world-famous theme park. Cultural Monument. The centerpiece located in the Hollywood and of the park is Hollyhock House epicenter of the motion picture Highland Center, that has hosted the originally designed by Frank Lloyd industry in Los Angeles. since it opened in 5555 Melrose Ave Wright as a residence for oil heiress People come here in pursuit 2001. It’s the first permanent home Another classic Hollywood studio, Aline Barnsdall, built in 1919–1921. of dreams and, if they make for the Oscars. home to countless television it, are immortalized on the and motion picture productions. Walk of Fame. Hollywood FARMERS’ MARKET (SUNDAYS) The studio offers daily tours of today is an eclectic mix of 1600 Ivar Ave its historic and active backlots tourist attractions, regarded Held every Sunday, The Hollywood and prop warehouses. Farmers’ Market is an outdoor local hotspots and a popular street market — beloved by both weekend farmers’ market. locals and visitors — offering produce and goods from local farmers, BUILDING ranchers and vendors. 1750 Vine St One of Hollywood’s most iconic CHINESE THEATRE buildings, completed in 1956 as 6925 Hollywood Blvd the West Coast headquarters for Historic movie theatre, built in 1926, HILLS Capitol Records. that has hosted many film premieres, the including the original Star Wars and PANTAGES THEATRE three Academy Awards ceremonies. Since the dawn on Hollywood’s STAHL HOUSE 6233 Hollywood Blvd golden era, the Hollywood Hills 1635 Woods Dr Formerly known as RKO Pantages HOLLYWOOD FOREVER have been home to countless Designed by Pierre Koenig and Theatre, the Hollywood Pantages built in 1959 as part of the CEMETERY famous residents. Peacefulness, Theatre is located at Hollywood and Case Study Houses program, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd tranquility and incredible views Vine. It was the last theater built by One of the oldest cemeteries in the house is considered an may be some of the biggest the vaudeville impresario Alexander Los Angeles. Final resting place of iconic representation of modern Pantages and currently hosts live many celebrities, including Rudolph draws, but proximity to livelier architecture in Los Angeles. entertainment. Valentino, , Dee Dee neighborhoods like Hollywood & Johnny Ramone, John Huston and and Downtown are also part YAMASHIRO HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND Douglas Fairbanks. of the appeal. Do like the stars 1999 N Sycamore Ave Corner of Hollywood Blvd and and go for a hike on one of Built as a private art museum in Highland Ave the 1920s, this Japanese palace many scenic nature trails — Iconic Hollywood intersection, is a spectacular structure with 2301 Highland Ave one even takes you right to currently home to the Hollywood Outdoor music venue known for its extraordinary views of Hollywood. The the Hollywood sign. and Highland Center, a shopping distinctive band shell. It’s the summer restaurant incorporates Japanese, mall and entertainment complex. home of the LA Philharmonic and Korean and Chinese traditional items hosts hundreds of musical events that are presented alongside sensible each year. and occasionally daring fusion ideas.