3 DAYS OF FABULOUS LA FILM LOCATIONS

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Even film buffs have to get out from in front of the screen sometimes. Star in your own getaway with this award-winning film location planner. While we can make the argument that everywhere in LA is a film location, we've pulled out a few no-brainers and included some fun things that every fan of the movies must do. Make sure to check out "film locations" on discoverlosangeles.com for more.

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Day 1
And we're rolling...start with breakfast at Westfield Century City, built on the grounds of the former 20th Century Fox backlot. Then it's off for a whirlwind trip through Hollywood history - including the Warner Bros. Studio Tour and classic Film Noir locations - that ends with spectacular views from the one-of-a kind Yamashiro restaurant.

Yippee Ki Yay

• Westfield Century City Breakfast at Eataly or Randy's Donuts? Yum.
• Fox Plaza Best known as Nakatomi Plaza from "Die Hard" (1988).
• Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood This behind the scenes tour is a must for movie fans.

Bronson Gate At Paramount Studios

You're Ready for Your Close Up

• TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX Check out the hand/footprints of Hollywood icons.
• Dolby Theatre Take a selfie at the world-famous red carpet entrance.
• Larry Edmunds Bookshop A mecca for movie fans seeking books, posters and more.
• Bronson Gate At Paramount Studios Norma Desmond enters the studio here in "Sunset Blvd."
• “Double Indemnity” House Private residence appeared as the Dietrichson home.

And the Oscar Goes To...

• Formosa Café Step into a Film Noir bar right out of "LA Confidential."
• Musso & Frank Grill As seen in Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood."
• The Hollywood Roosevelt Enjoy a poolside nightcap at the home of the first Oscars.

Day 2
It's Day 2, what's your 20? Start the day with the world-famous Studio Tour and movie-themed rides at Universal Studios Hollywood. Head to Downtown LA for some LA LA Land goodness, a stunning Blade Runner location, and two iconic hotels with Hollywood history, the Millennium Biltmore and Westin Bonaventure. And finally it's "all aboard" for a stop at Union Station - site of the 2021 Oscars - and dinner at a Chinatown favorite serving up authentic Chinese cuisine with vegan options.

Wizards and Raptors and Autobots, Oh My

• Universal Studios Hollywood The Studio Tour, Harry Potter, Jurassic World and more.

Starring Downtown LA

• Sarita's Pupuseria Grab a bite at this popular "La La Land" scene-stealer.
• Angels Flight® Railway Ride the 1901 funicular railway from "La La Land."
• Bradbury Building As seen in "Blade Runner" and countless Film Noirs.
• Millennium Biltmore Hotel Visit the historic hotel that hosted eight Oscar ceremonies.
• The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites The glass elevators were featured in "True Lies" and more.

Bruce Lee Statue 

You Won't Forget It, It's Chinatown

• Union Station The travel hub played the police station in "Blade Runner."
• Bruce Lee Statue Chinatown pays tribute to the martial arts legend.
• Hop Woo BBQ & Seafood Restaurant Family owned favorite serving authentic Chinese cuisine.

Day 3
Set jet out to the beautiful LA Arboretum, which has transformed into faraway lands for classic Tarzan movies, The African Queen, and modern hits like Jurassic Park and Terminator 2. Enjoy an old school Mexican lunch from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, check out legendary "Hollywood Dream Machines," then spend Magic Hour on Venice Beach for a show-stopping sunset. That's a wrap.

It's a Jungle Out There

• Los Angeles County Arboretum And Botanic Garden Take a beautiful walk through LA's cinematic "jungle." 
• The Langham Huntington Pasadena, Los Angeles Book a private film location tour at this historic hotel.
• Colorado Street Bridge Take a stroll like Mia and Sebastian did in "La La Land."

Tarantino Approved

• El Coyote Café Traditional Mexican fare and stiff Margaritas since 1931.
• Petersen Automotive Museum View Batmobiles, the DeLorean time machine, and more.
• Johnie's Coffee Shop Featured in "The Big Lebowski" and "Reservoir Dogs."

Movie Magic Hour

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  Santa Monica Pier Carousel

  El Matador State Beach “If you’re a bird, I’m a bird.” - Ryan Gosling, The Notebook
• Venice Beach "Touch of Evil" and "White Men Can't Jump" were made here.
• Santa Monica Pier Carousel Ride the carousel from Best Picture winner "The Sting."
• Santa Monica Pier A film location for decades and a lot of fun.

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