Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comUniversal Studios Hollywood, Movie Stars' Homes Tour and City Tour
based on 8 reviews
Duration: 8.5 hours (approx.)
Location: Los Angeles, California
Product code: 3638_5
Get the lowdown on Los Angeles on a city tour, see where the movie stars live in Beverly Hills, then put yourself inside big movie action at Universal Studios Hollywood. It's a fun-filled day for the whole family!
The day begins with a fully narrated tour, taking you to the historic Hollywood Bowl and Grauman's Chinese Theatre. You will see Hollywood Boulevard, the famous Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills, where the movie stars live, work and shop. Stroll through Farmer's Market and shop for an exotic array of food and gifts.
Your final stop is Universal Studios Hollywood, the world's largest and busiest movie studio. Movies have been made here since 1915!
NOW OPEN! The Adventures of Curious George: Come monkey around with Curious George. Soak up the thrills of a 5 hundred gallon water dump and unleash thousands of flying foam balls in this wild play area just for kids...and the young at heart.
- Escape into the thrilling worlds of Jurassic Park, Terminator, Shrek and other blockbuster movies
- Immerse yourself in the movie action with pulse-pounding rides and full-sensory attractions
- Enter, if you dare, into the dark and mysterious world of the House of Horrors
- Face the rage of the world's first blockbuster roller-coaster, Revenge of the Mummy – The Ride
- Plus, over 67 cool things to do at Universal CityWalk
Universal Studios, Movie Stars Homes' and City Tour
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- January 1 (New Years Day)
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Tour departs from Grauman's Chinese Theatre, located at 6925 Hollywood Blvd or various hotels in: Hollywood, West Hollywood, East Hollywood, San Fernando Valley, Universal Hollywood, Mid Wilshire, Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Bel Air, Santa Monica and Century City
Departure Time:- Grauman's Chinese Theatre (6925 Hollywood Blvd) - 9:00am
- Los Angeles Hotels - 7:30am and 8:50am
Tour concludes at approximately 5:30pm
Hotel Pickup:Complimentary pickup service available from most major Los Angeles hotels. Please click on the "View Map" icon to see if pick-up service is available from your hotel, and if so, advise your hotel at time of booking.
Important Note: If your hotel is not on this list, you must meet the tour at Grauman's Chinese Theatre, located at 6925 Hollywood Blvd, and also select this option when making your booking.
Itinerary:Rides and Attractions:
The Simpsons Ride:
Join America's favorite animated family as they take you on a wild and hilarious adventure on the all-new Simpsons Ride. Ride alongside Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie as Springfield comes to life with action packed fun and excitement at every turn.
Studio Tour:
Go behind-the-scenes of a Hollywood movie studio on the world-famous Studio Tour. See more working movie and TV sets than ever before-and maybe a star or two! Plus, you'll see sets from ABC's hit series Desperate Housewives and from international blockbusters like The War of the Worlds and Skull Island from Universal Pictures' King Kong. Also, tour-takers get to witness an explosive special effects rehearsal called The Fast and the Furious: Extreme Close-Up.
Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride:
Face heart-pounding special effects and shocks at every turn, plus raging mummy warriors, on a rollercoaster ride into the world of The Mummy!
Shrek 4-D:
Join Shrek and Donkey in a brand new, stunning 4-D adventure to rescue Princess Fiona, with an extra dimension that lets you FEEL the action- right from your own seat! Four dimensions of thrills add up to one amazing experience.
Jurassic Park - The Ride:
Survive a Jurassic jungle river adventure 65 million years in the making. Escape the gigantic and ferocious T-Rex and other dinosaur terrors, with only one way out...straight down an 84-foot waterfall in a raft!
Fear Factor Live (seasonal):
Face your fears with extreme stunt challenges that will test you physically and mentally in this all-new attraction based on the hit reality TV show.
Terminator 2: 3D:
Join forces with the TERMINATOR in this futuristic mix of live action, special effects and 3-D film.
WaterWorld: A Tidal Wave of Explosive Action:
High-powered stunts, extreme action, death-defying feats and breathtaking pyrotechnics-all with you just inches away!
The Adventures of Curious George:
Come monkey around with Curious George. Soak up the thrills of a 5 hundred gallon water dump and unleash thousands of flying foam balls in this wild play area just for kids...and the young at heart.
House of Horrors:
Get ready to scream your head off at House of Horrors. Your worst nightmares will come true as you make your way through the dark and windy terror maze. Come face-to-face with Frankenstein, Wolf Man, Chucky, and several of the most frightening characters from some of the scariest horror movies of all time.
Special Effects Stages:
See how special effects for Universal's biggest movies are created-and even get chosen to create some of your own! Movies you could star in include Universal Pictures' King Kong, The Mummy and The Klumps.
Universal's Animal Actors:
Come see what happens when the world's most talented animal stars take over the show! You're sure to laugh and be amazed at this live performance. Who knows, you may even co-star!
Backdraft:
Endure the hit movie's blazing inferno of heart-pounding heat and fury in a 10,000 degree blast furnace of searing pyrotechnics and special effects excitement.
The Universal Experience:
Go behind the scenes of Universal's film legacy in this interactive exhibit featuring authentic props, wardrobe and artifacts from past, present and upcoming Universal productions.
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- Entry into Universal Studios Hollywood
- Movie Stars Homes' and City Tour
- Narration by a professional driver/guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at selected Los Angeles area hotels
- Meals
- Gratuities (Optional)
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking
- Buses are not equipped with wheelchair lifts, however in some cases, drivers are able to offer assistance in and out of the bus provided passengers have some lower body mobility
- Tours are conducted in English
- Car parking is available in the area of Grauman's Chinese Theatre, for an additional fee
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Chris H, Australia, December 2006
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