Pair a flexible Hollywood hop-on hop-off sightseeing route with Universal Studios Hollywood admission. See iconic stops like the Walk of Fame and The Grove, then spend the day on studio rides and the famous Studio Tour.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the red open-top bus at the Walk of Fame as traffic hums and palm trees tilt toward the sun, then slip into a different pulse at Universal Studios — a place where real backlot streets give way to exaggerated worlds of dinosaurs and wizardry.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–8 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate—mostly standing and walking; comfortable for anyone who can handle a day of urban exploration and theme-park lines.
Wildlife
History
Universal Studios grew from a working film studio into a visitor experience; the Hop-On Hop-Off Red Route threads sites tied to LA’s 20th-century film and entertainment boom.
Conservation
Use public transport or the hop-on hop-off buses to reduce car trips; avoid single-use plastics in the park and respect protected areas like Hancock Park where fossils are conserved.
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Redeem at Ovation Hollywood
Pick up tickets at the Starline Tours Visitor Center inside Ovation Hollywood (6801 Hollywood Blvd.) to avoid confusion at stops.
Use the CitySightseeing app
Download the free app for live bus tracking and timetables so you won’t miss departures or waste time waiting.
Arrive early at Universal
Get to the park at opening to reduce time in lines for headliner rides and the Studio Tour.
Dress for lots of walking
Wear supportive shoes and carry a small daypack — you'll be on buses, cobblestones and theme-park queues.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for pavement, park pathways and quick neighborhood detours.
Refillable water bottle
Hydration is critical in LA’s sun — water stations inside the park help refill.
summer
Portable phone charger
Keeps your mobile ticket, app, and maps working all day.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Los Angeles sun is intense; protect skin and eyes during outdoor stretches and while waiting for buses.
summer