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Hollywood, California
Beverly Hills - Long Beach - Los Angeles - Malibu - Pasadena - Santa Monica - Venice Beach

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  • City of West Hollywood Official municipal web site.
  • Discover Hollywood Guide to local resources and places of interest.
  • Explore Hollywood One-stop guide for tourists and tourist professionals. Includes a calendar of local events and details of attractions with photographs.
  • GoGay West Hollywood Information for first-time visitors, an events calendar, business directory, and community resources. Presented by the Convention and Visitors Bureau.
  • Hollywood Chamber of Commerce - Information for tourists including the Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Sign; offers a membership directory, demographic information, filming data and announcements of Chamber-sponsored events.
  • Hollywood Movie Studios An in-depth look at the many movie studios around Los Angeles.
  • West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Includes community, visitor, and membership information along with a business directory and business resources.
  • West Hollywood Convention and Visitors Bureau Home of the Sunset Strip, Avenues of Art and Design, world-class hotels, restaurants and nightlife, West Hollywood is conveniently located in the heart of Los Angeles.
  • WestHollywood.com Guide to gay entertainment and businesses. Includes interviews, message board, and chat room.

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  • Banana Bungalow This youth hostel offers pictures of rooms and facilities. Describes rates, transportation, tours and activities.
  • Hollywood Bungalows - offersing safe and clean accommodations.
  • Hollywood Hostels and Hotels - offers three locations near the Walk of Fame and Mann's Chinese Theatre.
  • Orange Drive Manor Hostel This budget traveler's hostel is centrally located. Includes photographs and on-line reservations.
  • Orbit Hotel and Hostel - shared and private rooms centrally located in Hollywood on Melrose.
  • StudentInn Hostel It provides an affordable lodging service to international backpackers, including breakfast. Site includes description of amenities, eligibility requirements, location map, transportation available, and reservation form.

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  • Celebrity Hotel The Hollywood Celebrity Hotel is set in the Entertainment Capital and Theatre of vibrant Hollywood.
  • Chateau Marmont Offers a photo gallery and online reservations.
  • Downtowner Inn This centrally located inn offers photographs of the facilities and on-line reservations.
  • Gay Hotel Ramada hotel for GLBT clientele, with on premise retail outlets. Services, amenities, and area attractions.
  • Liberty Hotel - We are a first class establishment, with executive suites, shuttle services, and the best treatment. Located in the heart of the world's entertainment capital, on a small village-like street behind the famous Kodak Center and Mann's Chinese Theater. You are just seconds away from the "walkway of stars."
  • Magic Castle Hotel Located 2 blocks from Grauman's Chinese Theater, subway stop, Hollywood Walk of Fame, & the Kodak Theater, the Magic Castle Hotel's location is perfect.
  • Mary's Little Inn One-bedroom, one-bath apartment with living room, kitchen, dining room and garden. Includes photographs and daily rates.
  • Orchid Suites The Hollywood Orchid suites is increadibly located behind the Chinese Theater, Hollywood Walk of Fame and the new Kodak Theater home of the Academy Awards.
  • Quality Inn - The Quality Inn in Hollywood is a corporate/leisure oriented hotel with spacious and luxurious rooms.
  • Renaissance Hotel The ultra-stylish Renaissance Hollywood is destined for fame as the premier luxury property in the movie-making capital.
  • Roosevelt Hotel This historic and centrally-located landmark offers photographs of its original Spanish Colonial facilities and newly renovated guestrooms.

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  • Best Western Hollywood Hills - Hollywood Best Inn is located in the heart of Hollywood. Universal Studio only 1 1/2 miles away.
  • Best Western Plaza Inn - Discover the very best of Hollywood! The Best Western Hollywood Plaza Inn is located in the heart of Hollywood, the entertainment capital of the world.
  • Comfort Inn - Welcome to the Comfort Inn, a Hollywood hotel! We are just minutes from Universal Studios Hollywood, the Hollywood and Highland Center shopping center.
  • Days Inn - Welcome to the Days Inn Hollywood, CA. We are conveniently located off Hollywood Blvd. close to Hwy 101.
  • Guest Inn - With updated electronic room keys, and rollaway beds available upon request, the Hollywood Guest Inn offers valued service with a smile.
  • Motel 6 - Motel 6 Hollywood located in the heart of Hollywood, providing convenient access to all areas and attractions and within the walking distance from Hollywood Walk of Fame.
  • Rodeway Inn - Welcome to the Rodeway Inn Hollywood. The Rodeway Inn hotel is ideally located within walking distance to many of Hollywood's famous attractions.
  • Travelodge - The Hollywood Travelodge is located in the heart of Hollywood, easily accessible through Metro Red Line at the Vermont-Sunset Station.
  • Vagabond Inn Executive Vagabond Inn Executive Hollywood is located near all of Hollywood's best attractions.

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  • Grove Guesthouse - One-bedroom guest cottage in historical district, catering to gay and lesbian travelers. Photographs, floorplan, rates, map, amenities and contact details.
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Art Galleries

  • Avenues of Art and Design Galleries, showrooms, boutiques, retailers, restaurants and the entertainment industry. Provides visitor's map and guide, listing of stores and current events.
  • KalanArt Gallery Featuring the work of painter Kalan Brunink and a selection of her portraits.
  • Van Weyenbergh Fine Arts French fine arts expert exhibiting European artists. Provides information about artists on view, and a schedule of exhibitions.

Attractions

  • Famous Hollywood Streets A guide to the most famous streets in Hollywood with pictures. Features Hollywood Boulevard, Melrose Avenue and the Sunset Strip with an emphasis on celebrities.
  • Historic Hollywood - Historic Resources Group offers a short history of Hollywood and a virtual guided tour.
  • Hollywood - Movie Capital of the World Contains unique information on celebrities, their homes, graves and death sites. Also included are profiles on film studios, landmarks, film locations and Hollywood attractions.
  • Starwalks - Discover the Hollywood Walk of Fame through a series of film-inspired tours that highlight the glamour and intrigue of classic Hollywood.
  • Hollywood and Highland Introduction to this central Hollywood gathering place featuring the Kodak Theater and more than 75 shops and restaurants.
  • Hollywood Entertainment District Describes the Business Improvement District (BID) spawning an 18-block stretch of Hollywood Boulevard; offers interactive map, property information and historic sites.
  • Hollywood Forever Cemetery History and photographs of this cemetery chosen by many celebrities. Offers live worldwide webcasts of funeral services, a Library of Lives, and a service schedule.
  • Kodak Theatre at Hollywood and Highland The new home for the Academy Awards is available for live theatre, concerts, award shows and special events.
  • Map to the Homes of the Hollywood Stars Find the homes and hangouts of all your favorite stars with this full-color illustrated poster map printed on heavy gloss paper.
  • The Hollywood Sign This official site provides information about the sign and Hollywood's history, illustrated with photographs and two web-cams.

Bicycle Tours

  • LA Bike Tours, LLC Bicycle shop, touring and rental company. Includes details of privately guided tours with photographs.

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Clubs & Venues

  • Avalon Hollywood and Spider Club Combines the big room nightclub experience with concert venue and corporate special events space. Schedule of upcoming events and message board.
  • Bar Sinister Gothic, dark wave, fetish, industrial music nightclub in the heart of the city.
  • Bob's Frolic Room Eclectic hangout and after-hours club next to the Pantages Theater featuring an extensive jukebox.
  • Catalina Bar and Grill This jazz supper club in the heart of Hollywood features a calendar of nightly live jazz shows with musical background. Includes photographs of the restaurant and menu.
  • Cinegrill Roosevelt Hotel banquet room offering shows and available for special events. Includes entertainment schedule, menu and photo gallery.
  • Circus Disco Hollywood This nightclub on Santa Monica Boulevard offers a calendar of events.
  • Club One Seven This nightclub serves a below 21 clientele and includes a calendar of upcoming events. Facilities can be rented for special events and location shoots.
  • Club Tempo - Gay Latin men's nightclub offering free e-mail, mp3s, chat, web cam, events calendar, employment and travel guides.
  • Club Vodka - Includes a calendar of events, news, photographs, guest book and message board.
  • Dragonfly Nightclub Offers dancing and live music seven nights a week with cutting edge alternative bands, DJ's spinning funk, retro, hip-hop and disco.
  • Estate in the Hollywood Hills Photographs of the two-acre gated estate available for wedding receptions and special events. Includes views and a floor plan.
  • Factory Nightclub Gay and lesbian location combines clubs The Factory and Ultra Suede in one space, providing multiple dance floors, lounges, and bars. Music provided by house DJs.
  • Fubar Gay bar. Event calendar available.
  • Garden of Eden Inspired by Morocco, this restaurant and nightclub is available for event venues.
  • Hollywood Bowl Site includes events calendar, information about the bowl and the Hollywood Bowl Museum. Online database of music and musicians.
  • King King Hollywood Features live music performances seven nights a week. Includes a calendar of events, directions, booking and production information.
  • Knitting Factory Hollywood This restaurant and nightclub offers a schedule of upcoming events.
  • Lucky Strike Lanes Upscale bowling alley and lounge also available for private parties. Features a multi-screen video exhibition system.
  • PubClub - Hollywood - Inside guide by locals to nightlife in Hollywood with details on bars, dance clubs and live music venues.
  • Qtopia Provides entertainment and event venues. Includes specs for the main event and theatre rooms.
  • Rocco - This after-hours jazz club lists upcoming performers and music for sale. Includes a long list of recent press reviews.
  • The Gig - Live music seven days a week from up and coming local bands. Includes a calendar of events.
  • The Greek Theatre Live music under the stars. Concert schedule, ticket information, directions and access information.
  • The Highlands Multi-level venue including two restaurants and nightclub with panoramic views of the city. Includes photographs and details of facilities.
  • The Pretty Ugly Club Glam, industrial, rock and goth. Includes a calendar of events, a photo gallery and booking information.
  • The Sunset Room An elegant mix of restaurant, bar and nightclub in the heart of Hollywood. Includes pictures, map and a look at the club's celebrity following.
  • White Lotus Asian artifacts create a backdrop for the restaurant offering a full sushi bar and Euro-Asian inspired entrées. Separate club area available for special events.

Day Spas

  • The Humble Abode Mini day spa and gift shop features their range of skin and hair care services, nail care, hot stone massage, and entomology.

Events

  • Hollywood Film Festival International independent competitive festival and awards. Includes a screening schedule and a photo gallery.
  • Los Angeles Film Festival - Annual event showcases North American independent, feature, documentary and short films, as well as music videos. Background information, program, tickets, venue details, and media.
  • Oscar: The 77th Annual Academy Awards The official site presents nominee list, past winners, red carpet photograph gallery, press room video clips, and voting ballot. Also has information on the Kodak Theatre.
  • Women's Night Formal event benefiting women's services at the Gay and Lesbian Center.

Horseback Riding Trips

  • Sunset Ranch Hollywood This horse ranch in the Hollywood Hills offering instruction, rentals and scenic trails is also famous for its Friday night dinner rides.

Limousines & Shuttles

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  • Hollywood Limousine Lists specialty vehicles, sedans, and passenger vans available for entertainment, corporate, or personal use.
  • Metro Limousine - Gay and lesbian owned and operated limousine service. Information about the company, its fleet, and contact details.

Maps & Photos

  • EarthCam - Hollywood View Hollywood and Los Angeles live from the top of the Yamashiro Restaurant in the Hollywood Hills.
  • Hollywood Boulevard A virtual tour of various landmarks and other points of interest.
  • Hollywood Downside Up Photography of Hollywood California from the less glamorous side. Offers pictures sized as desktop wallpaper or to be printed as free postcards.
  • Hollywood Murals This guide to selected murals in Hollywood, West Hollywood, and Mid-City provides locations, dates, name of authors and links to photographs.
  • Hollywood Sign Webcam See the Hollywood Sign and the view from it via two Panasonic Webcams.
  • Lake Hollywood Reservoir Offers maps and views including access hours, mileage for joggers, rules, photographs and history of the Lake Hollywood Reservoir.
  • Liveland Remote Cam Shows webcam views from the east and west directions of the city.

Movie Theaters

  • American Cinematheque at the Egyptian Local movie palace known as the Egyptian Theatre. Provides informational links for film schedule, general information, history, and news.
  • American Cinematheque Los Angeles Features classic movies, film forums and daily presentations of Forever Hollywood in the historic Hollywood Egyptian Theatre.
  • Arclight Hollywood at the Cinerama Dome Schedule of films and events with online reservations.
  • El Capitan Theatre This 1926 legendary theatre has underdone a museum-grade renovation. Buy tickets online in advance and print e-tickets at home.
  • Grauman's Chinese Theatre - Photographs and history of this famous theatre with details of footprint ceremonies.
  • Silent Movie Theatre Said to be the only silent cinema in North America, the theater screens classic silent movies and talkies from the 1930s and 1940s with live musical accompaniment. Site includes calendar, bookings, history.

Museums

  • Autry Museum of Western Heritage Offers snapshots, descriptions and a map of seven permanent galleries displaying a comprehensive collection of Western heritage; information about special exhibitions and events.
  • Hollywood Entertainment Museum Features collections, museum events and photographs of exhibits including the original sets of Star Trek and Cheers; details of the Membership Program and Education Center for the Entertainment Arts.
  • Hollywood Wax Museum Index of famous people whose lifelike figures are displayed in theme settings. Includes the museum's history, location and hours.
  • Los Angeles Fire Department Museum and Memorial Features the historic Station 27 through a photo gallery and archives of the former firehouse.
  • The Erotic Museum Exhibitions of the range of human sexuality through the ages. Permanent collection includes Pablo Picasso and John Holmes.
  • The Hollywood History Museum Features the historic Max Factor building.

Parks

  • Runyon Canyon Park Guide to the park including its history, a trail map, flora, fauna and photographs of views.

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Restaurants & Bars

  • All-Star Theatre Cafe Full-service restaurant linked to the Vogue Theatre.
  • Ammo This full-service restaurant also caters private parties and events. Includes sample lunch, brunch and dinner menus.
  • Bamboo House Offers meat and vegetarian versions of traditional Thai dishes. Includes menus and details of catering services.
  • Benvenuto Caffé Serves an eclectic mix of Italian dishes. Includes menu, catering services, location and contact details.
  • Bice Mercato Hollywood Italian cuisine and relaxed atmosphere in the heart of Hollywood. Includes a photo gallery, menus and a map.
  • Boardner's of Hollywood Club offering lunch, dinner and late night noshing. Includes menu with prices.
  • Chan Darae Thai cuisine by executive chef and partner MaeSu. Includes lunch and dinner menus with photographs.
  • ChefMoz: Hollywood Directory of restaurants. Invites restaurant submissions and reviews.
  • Citrine Restaurant An elegant dinner featuring sushi and other Asian dishes. Full bar, beer, and wine available. Located in West Hollywood, California.
  • Dar Maghreb Restaurant Pictures of the romantic recreated 15th century Moroccan palace and private rooms. Includes restaurant features, press reviews, a video tour and belly dancing demonstration.
  • El Floridita Cuban food and bar with live music. Schedule of entertainment, menu, history, photo album and reviews.
  • Fabiolus Cafe Features two locations in the heart of Hollywood with photographs and sample menus.
  • Fat Fish Seafood restaurant. Includes menu.
  • Fenix at the Argyle Hotel French restaurant; review of the chef and general restaurant information.
  • French Quarter Restaurant French restaurant providing its history, menu and recipes.
  • Greenwich Village Pizzeria Restaurant offering pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads. Includes opening hours.
  • Hollywood and Vine Restaurant, bar and nightclub located next to Pantages Theatre. Offers contemporary classic American cuisine. Includes menu and photographs.
  • Hollywood Billiards Sports Bar and Grill This restaurant also offers private parties and tournament-sized pool tables.
  • Joseph's Cafe of Hollywood Restaurant serving Greek Mediterranean dishes, and nightclub with DJs. Provides dining and bar menus, map and history. Requires Flash player.
  • Kabuki Restaurants Hollywood Offers Japanese cuisine and creatively prepared sushi. Includes a detailed menu.
  • Le Dome Restaurant - Provides description of the restaurant, menu, wine list, events and contact information.
  • Linq Restaurant and Lounge International fusion cuisine. Provides food and cocktail menus, wine list, and photo gallery.
  • Marouch Restaurant Offers traditional Lebanese, Armenian and Middle Eastern cuisine with a wood-burning oven. Includes a photographs of facilities and menu items with a map.
  • Miceli's Italian home-style cooking with nightly jazz performances or opera and show tunes between courses.
  • Moun of Tunis Offers Moroccan and Tunisian cuisine. Includes video tour, menu, belly dancing and private party information.
  • Off Vine This restaurant offers California American cuisine and includes photographs, a video tour, menus and a map.
  • Osteria La Buca - Traditional Italian restaurant with a catering service. Includes menus and photographs.
  • Pink's Hot Dogs This family-owned hot dog stand since 1939 includes a history with photo archives, the menu, a virtual tour, reviews and star photos.
  • Pinot Hollywood A wood grill adds a touch of Provence to the Parisian brasserie concept. Floor plan and virtual tours available.
  • Prizzi's Piazza Italian cuisine with menu details.
  • Pshaw's Bistro - Features Southern, Creole and French cuisine. Includes menus with photographs and reviews.
  • Psychobabble Coffee House Serving sandwiches and baked goods. Offers DSL access and scheduled entertainment with an art gallery featuring local artists.
  • Rockotitlan Cafe Coffee bar offering sandwiches, salads, smoothies and pastries with music and various art forms. Includes a photo gallery.
  • Sabör y Cultura Café Offers sandwiches, soups, pastries, internet stations and live entertainment. Includes reviews and a calendar of events.
  • The Cat and Fiddle A traditional British pub and restaurant. Site offers menu, catering, information, products, and photos of entertainers.
  • The Dresden Restaurant Offers a varied menu featuring certified Angus beef. Includes details of lounge entertainment, photographs and menu.
  • The Forbidden City - Offers Chinese cuisine, entertainment and private parties. Includes menus, photographs and event planning information.
  • The Green Room Moderately priced coffee and sandwich shop located near the Egyptian Theater and featuring outdoor seating in a courtyard.
  • The Inn Place Mandarin and Szechwan cuisine for dinner, take out and catering. Menus and prices available.
  • The Patina Group at the Bowl The Rooftop Grill offers a sit-down meal before the show and a dinner to go is available at Staccato. Box service is also offered.
  • The Pig 'N Whistle A landmark restaurant of the 30s and 40s that has been recently restored to its original grandeur.
  • Yamashiro Classic Asian cuisine with new world flavors. Located in hilltop building that is a replica of a Japanese palace. Includes menu, map, photo gallery, and online reservation requests.

Theater Performances

  • Actors Co-op Professional theatre company located on the grounds of First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood. Schedule of plays and membership information.
  • Bang Improv Theater Teaching studio and performance space dedicated to the study of improvisation. Includes schedule of shows and classes.
  • Blank Theatre Company This Hollywood-based small theater company features its calendar, plays and reservation information with pictures of the 2nd Stage Theatre.
  • Celebration Theatre Community-based professional theater representing the gay and lesbian community to itself and to the community at large. Schedule of shows and ticket information.
  • Elvis In Hollywood Tribute Show Mark W. Curran's Tribute to Elvis Presley at the Stella Adler Theater.
  • First Stage Non-profit organization dedicated to the development of new material for the stage and screen. Schedule of staged readings, writer's workshops and Tuesday night workspace.
  • Hudson Theatres This cluster of theaters include Hudson Avenue, Hudson Mainstage, Hudson Guild, Hudson Backstage and Caffé Bacio. Calendar of events and rental information.
  • Improv Olympic West The Los Angeles branch of Chicago's world-famous improv comedy club includes a calendar of events, classes and shows.
  • John Anson Ford Amphitheatre - This intimate outdoor theater in the Hollywood Hills is owned and operated by the County of Los Angeles. Includes a calendar of events.
  • Pantages Theatre Photograph of the theater, map and calendar of upcoming events.
  • The Actors' Gang - Theatre ensemble offering original works and classics. Includes comprehensive archives and current shows.
  • The Fountain Theatre - Features details of current and upcoming plays with details of outreach programs.
  • Theatre Neo Includes membership information, a schedule of Monologue Festivals and a calendar of events.
  • Theatre of Note - Includes a calendar of events.
  • Theatre Theater Small live theater complex dedicated to original work and available for productions, auditions, rehearsals, casting and teaching. Includes a class schedule and reviews.
  • Theatre West Includes a calendar of events and upcoming plays.

Tour Operators

  • Hollywood Fantasy Tours Offers one-hour narrated tours of Hollywood by trolley or open-air bus. Includes photographs and a discount coupon.
  • Red Line Tours - Architectural and historical walking tours of Hollywood and Los Angeles.
  • Starline Tours of Hollywood Comprehensive list of professionally guided tours with description, schedule and price. Describes a large fleet of deluxe highway coaches also available for charter.

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