The best things to do in Hollywood in 2026 are walking the Hollywood Walk of Fame, seeing the handprints at the TCL Chinese Theatre, a concert at the Hollywood Bowl, the hike toward the Hollywood Sign and the Paramount Pictures Studio Tour. Lake Hollywood Park, the Hollywood Museum, Musso & Frank and Amoeba Music fill out a full day.
Hollywood is the first stop for most visitors. The Boulevard itself is busy and a little scruffy; the best of Hollywood is in its history, its venues and the hills above. The Metro B Line stops at Hollywood/Highland and Hollywood/Vine.
More than 2,700 stars set in the sidewalk.
The Walk of Fame runs along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, with brass stars honoring entertainers.
It is free and open all the time.
Good to know: Go early in the morning.
6925 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Handprints and footprints of movie stars in the forecourt.
The TCL Chinese Theatre, opened in 1927, has a forecourt of handprints and footprints of movie stars in cement. It is still a working cinema with an IMAX screen.
Watching a film here is a classic Hollywood experience.
Good to know: See a movie in the IMAX theater.
6925 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The famous outdoor amphitheater.
The Hollywood Bowl hosts the LA Phil's summer season and big concerts, with picnics before the show.
It is one of the best concert experiences in LA.
Good to know: Use the Park & Ride shuttles.
2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
A hike to the viewpoints above the Hollywood Sign.
The Brush Canyon Trail climbs from Canyon Drive to viewpoints above and behind the Hollywood Sign, with views across the city.
The letters themselves are fenced off.
Good to know: Start early; bring water and sun protection.
Canyon Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068
The last major studio still in Hollywood.
Paramount's tour visits backlots and sound stages behind the Bronson Gate.
It is rich in film history.
Good to know: Book online and bring ID.
5515 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
A close view of the Hollywood Sign.
Lake Hollywood Park has a lawn with one of the closest views of the Hollywood Sign.
It is a quick photo stop.
Good to know: Weekday mornings have easier parking.
3160 Canyon Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Costumes and props in the old Max Factor building.
The Hollywood Museum fills the historic Max Factor building with film and TV memorabilia.
It is a short walk from the Walk of Fame.
Good to know: Allow about 90 minutes.
1660 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Hollywood's oldest restaurant, open since 1919.
Musso & Frank is a living piece of Hollywood history, with red booths and famous martinis.
Stars have eaten here for a century.
Good to know: Have a martini at the bar.
6667 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
One of the world's biggest record stores.
Amoeba's Hollywood store has vast selections of vinyl, CDs and films, plus free in-store shows.
It is a pilgrimage for music fans.
Good to know: Check for in-store performances.
6200 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
A historic cemetery that hosts summer movie screenings.
Hollywood Forever is the resting place of many Hollywood legends and hosts outdoor film screenings and concerts in summer.
It is next to Paramount.
Good to know: Check the calendar for Cinespia screenings.
6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038
Walk the Walk of Fame, see the TCL Chinese Theatre forecourt, and visit Lake Hollywood Park for a view of the Hollywood Sign.
You can hike to viewpoints above and behind the Sign via the Brush Canyon and Mount Lee trails, but you cannot touch the letters; the area is fenced.
Half a day covers the Boulevard sights; add an evening for a Hollywood Bowl concert.
The Ovation Hollywood garage at Highland and Hollywood is central. The Metro B Line is easier.
Yes for first-timers. Go early in the morning when it is quiet, and look up your favorite stars online first.