Has that ever happened to you that you hear of a place or a street that may not be flashy but is part of the city's history, and you tell yourself when I go there I'll look for that corner, house or road. The fateful day arrives but because of all the hype of the new attractions history shelved. We're not saying you should prioritize these places just don't forget to glance at them or allot an hour or two visiting them. A good example is Hollywood and Vine. Who has not heard of this famous intersection? Once teaming with stars in their Rolls-Royces, this used to be the center of the radio and music industry. Although these days it's not the center of the entertainment industry anymore it still does merit a run through and an image of the golden era that Clark Gable and Greta Garbo was so much a part of.
You may not admit it but who hasn't seen Grease, or thought about where they filmed it? The answer, Hollywood High school where Danny (John Travolta) and Sandy (Olivia Newton-John) danced in the playground during a heat wave. It is also alma mater to numerous celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, John Ritter, Lana Turner and Carol Burnett to name a few. Although you can't go inside a drive by isn't so bad at 1521 N Highland Ave.
The Hollywood Museum is for those who love their Hollywood movie history. It holds around 10,000 film memorabilia. There are special exhibits for Marilyn Monroe and Bob Hope but there are also extensive collections of costumes and props from the Planet of the apes to Moulin Rouge.
This Hollywood must see is usually by passed now for the flashier tourist attractions. Paramount pictures has a history dating to the 1920's. Rudolf Valentino, Lucille Ball, Mae West graced these studios. Unforgettable movies like Titanic, Star Trek, and Forest Gump have left their histories here and present television shows like entertainment tonight, Dr. Phil and Everybody Hates Cris are still gracing the studios with entertainment. Paramount Pictures can be found at 5555 Melrose Avenue.
The Hollywood forever cemetery formerly the Hollywood memorial park may be a creepy idea but the lake, beautiful gardens, and scenic views is conducive to a walk in the park rather than ghost stories. Cecil B. DeMille, Johnny Ramone, Douglas Fairbanks, and Rudolf Valentino are just some of the celebrities who are buried here.
The Capitol Records tower, you've seen it in the news and documentaries so many times, you just have to see it up close. Rumored to be the idea of Nat King Cole and Johnny Mercer that the place should look like a stack or records its one of the last buildings that screams 50's vibe. Numerous musical greats have signed deals in this building from Frank Sinatra, the Beetles to Radiohead. Although the building is not open to the public another drive by would be good at 1750 N. Vine street.
The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel which opened in 1927 was the first location of academy awards and was considered the place to be seen during Hollywood's golden age. It has since been restored to its former glory and is now one of the places celebrities are usually spotted. It also has a history of ghost stories that the administration prefers not to discuss.
Los Angeles vacations are fun for the whole family. When looking at vacation packages and travel deals to Los Angeles make sure to bundle and save your vacations. Buying the car, flight, hotel, and activities all at once will increase the savings on your trip.
Looking for another destination? I would suggest also looking at Las Vegas vacations for some fun in party city.
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