
Located on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Museum is a dedicated museum focusing on the history and culture of Hollywood cinema. Housed in a former bank building from the 1910s, it retains a vintage decorative style. The museum boasts over 100,000 rare exhibits, including the ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz, Marilyn Monroe's costumes, and original props and scripts from classic films. Visitors can explore behind-the-scenes stories of Hollywood's Golden Age and witness the evolution from silent films to modern blockbusters. It is a pilgrimage site for film fans and an unmissable window into American pop culture.
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day; hours may vary during special events
10% discount for online advance purchase; on-site tickets may require queuing
Multiple bus routes (212, 217, 222) stop at Highland Ave/Hollywood Blvd
Paid parking available nearby; recommended to use the Hollywood & Highland Center parking garage (3 min walk)
Traffic on Hollywood Boulevard can be heavy; public transport is recommended
Take Metro Red Line to Hollywood/Highland Station, then walk north about 5 minutes
No dedicated Chinese guide, but Chinese audio guide is available for rent ($5), and some exhibit labels have Chinese translations.
Small lockers are available at the entrance; large luggage is best left at your hotel.
No restaurant on site; many cafes and fast-food places nearby on Hollywood Boulevard.
Best Season
Year-round; spring (Mar-May) and autumn (Sep-Nov) offer comfortable weather and fewer crowds
Duration
2-3 hours
Category
Museum