Sightseeing in Hollywood, CA - what to see. Complete travel guide

1. You can go on vacation at absolutely any time of the year without worrying about bad weather. In Hollywood, sunny and warm weather reigns all year round, rains are not often, while prolonged rainfall is extremely rare.
2. Travelers are advised to choose attractions they want to visit on holidays in advance. The fact is that some landmarks are located quite far away from each other. Moving around the area will be much more comfortable if you plan a route in advance.
3. The main form of public transport is the bus, the subway line connects Hollywood with Downtown. Vacationers should keep in mind that public transport only runs during the daytime. It should also be taken into account that some underground stations are located quite far away from attractions and tourist quarters.
4. It is very convenient to travel by car, and cheap car rentals is a very attractive factor. To hire a car, tourists need to have a passport, an international driver’s license, and a credit card with the required amount of deposit in the account.
5. It's always heavy traffic on the main streets during peak hours. If you're planning to rent a car, be sure to choose a car with a GPS. It helps not only navigate the streets of the city but also get information about traffic jams. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Vacationers are recommended to book a special tour of film studios. Besides exploring famous film studios, the guided tour includes visiting attractive museums. As a rule, this kind of tours is quite cheap and allows you to save a lot.
7. A large part of the local restaurants is distinguished by quite high prices. The best option for budget tourists is to choose places located away from the center. A real bonus for travelers is numerous coffee shops and bistros, which can be found literally at every step.
Perhaps the most famous shopping attraction of Hollywood is Yellow Green Farmers Market. It is located in a large indoor pavilion in the landscaped garden. Shopping here is comfortable rain … Open
8. In fashionable restaurants, service charges are included in the bill, while in more affordable establishments, visitors should add 10–15% of the bill on their own. Paying a taxi driver, you can round the amount up to the nearest convenient number.
9. Special tours including visiting children's attractions are organized for traveling families. You can learn about them at any tourist information center.
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What to visit being in Hollywood, CA - unique sights

Hollywood Tower

From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
Many traditions and elements of decoration in this building are the original, the charming roof garden was also saved. In the warm period, it is full of palms and flowers. Guests of the hotel can relax in a special zone with chaise lounges. The Hollywood tower was a home for a lot of celebrities from musician and actor’s world. Carmen Miranda, a popular Portuguese actress and dancer, celebrated there her wedding. Today everyone can experience the Hollywood luxury. … Read further

Wilshire Boulevard Temple

From the series “Monuments of Byzantium: the most famous buildings”
The smallest pieces of glass were used in the decoration of the walls of the synagogue. There are about 6,000 of them. It is noteworthy that glass for finishing was made in the early 20th century using the same technology that was used for finishing European cathedrals in the 13th century. The luxurious temple is located on Wilshire Boulevard. It is considered one of the most spectacular and beautiful synagogues in the United States today. Only according to approximate estimates, about one and a half million dollars were invested in its construction and design. … Read further

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