Los Angeles Travel Guide

Universal Studios Hollywood is known as "the coolest place in Los Angeles," bringing together thrilling amusement park rides, spectacular shows, and authentic movie production sets. The studio has built various film sets based on the creative vision of renowned director Steven Spielberg. It thoughtfully offers Mandarin‑language tram tours, led by guides who take visitors through the backlots to explore famous scenes from classic movies and TV shows, such as King Kong, Desperate Housewives, Jaws, War of the Worlds, Bates Motel, and more. In the summer of 2015, a new Fast & Furious attraction was also launched.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is located in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. It is a sidewalk that stretches along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, and is one of the must‑see attractions for visitors to Los Angeles. The entire street features over 2,500 star‑shaped medallions engraved with the names of famous celebrities, such as Marilyn Monroe, Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Johnny Depp, and Tom Cruise. Notable Chinese martial arts film stars like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan are also honored here. Many visitors walk along the street with their heads down, searching for their favorite stars' names to take photos with them, creating a uniquely charming scene.

The Getty Center is a world-renowned art museum, housing masterpieces including Van Gogh's Irises. Beyond the art, it's famous for its stunning architecture and beautifully manicured gardens. Admission is free, and visitors park at the bottom of the hill and take a free tram up to the center.

Santa Monica is a seaside city on the west side of Los Angeles, famous for its pier and golden beaches. The 1916 Pacific Park Ferris wheel was the West Coast's first solar-powered wheel, glowing in colour at night. The pier's carnival games, street performers, the Third Street Promenade and the beach bike path form the classic Southern California holiday scene. It also marks the western endpoint of Route 66 — the "End of the Trail" sign is a must-photo. On clear days the Pacific stretches to the horizon; sunset paints the sky pink. Perfect for a relaxed half- to full-day of walking, cycling and a seafood dinner.

Griffith Observatory is one of Los Angeles' most iconic landmarks, perched on top of Griffith Park. It offers spectacular panoramic views of the Los Angeles basin and a classic view of the Hollywood Sign, especially breathtaking at sunset. The observatory itself is free to enter and allows visitors to explore the wonders of space and astronomy.

The Hollywood Sign is the ultimate symbol of Los Angeles and the American film industry, one of the most famous landmarks in the world. The giant "HOLLYWOOD" letters are perched on Mount Lee in the Santa Monica Mountains, making it a must-see for every visitor. While you cannot walk right up to the sign, the best views and photo opportunities are from places like Griffith Observatory.