Burbank Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Known for its film industry origins, this city features some of California’s best shopping areas, award-winning restaurants and studio tours.

Burbank is home to many of the biggest media companies in the world. Take a studio tour and see costumes, props and sets from famous Hollywood films. Watch a play in a historic theater or discover the city’s bar and nightlife.

Tour the Walt Disney Studios and learn about this significant animation company. Visit a museum dedicated to the history of martial arts. Burbank is close to many Los Angeles attractions, including Warner Bros. Studios, the San Fernando Valley and Downtown Los Angeles.

Visit Burbank Town Center mall for some of the city’s best shopping. On San Fernando Boulevard find numerous retail shops, including record stores, fashion retailers and bookstores. Shop in independent boutiques and vintage stores in Magnolia Park, an upmarket residential and retail district.

Find Warner Bros. Studios just a short drive from Downtown Burbank. Tour the soundstages and backlots where many famous Hollywood films and television shows were made, including Rebel Without a Cause and Pretty Little Liars. Visit the archives, the prop department and many other exclusive areas on a studio tour.

Discover renowned theaters and comedy clubs, including the Victory Theatre Center and the Flappers Comedy Club. Many of these venues are regarded as important parts of the cultural community in Los Angeles. See a new play being developed or watch comedians in an intimate setting.

Dine in celebrity hangouts, including the well-known Bob’s Big Boy Restaurant. Find hip independent cafés in Magnolia Park and upmarket restaurants in the downtown district. You’ll easily find somewhere to relax with the range of bars and wine-tasting rooms on offer.

This famous city is located about 29 miles (47 kilometers) from Los Angeles International Airport. Alternatively, fly to Bob Hope Airport, just 3 miles (5 kilometers) from Burbank.

With its proximity to some of the world’s most famous film and television studios, you’ll see why Burbank is known as the Media Capital of the World.

Where to stay in Burbank

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Downtown Burbank

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Downtown Burbank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Colony Theater and rA Organic Spa while you're in town.

Downtown Burbank
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Magnolia Park

When in Magnolia Park, you can plan a visit to Warner Brothers Studio and Los Angeles Equestrian Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Magnolia Park
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,908 reviews)
"Clean and friendly!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Burbank
Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport

2 out of 5
2900 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA
The price is ₹10,945 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹10,945
₹12,161 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,714 reviews)
Recommend, very Comfortable
"Things I would have liked, but they did not have: 1. A microwave in the room 2. Adjoining rooms 3. A hot tub 4. Extended pool hours (maybe until 10pm) closed at 9pm I am super picky when it comes to pillows and bedding. I was very pleased with the comfort of both. Other than that it was an excellent ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
Coast Burbank Hotel

Coast Burbank Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2011 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA
The price is ₹22,370 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹22,370
₹24,853 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Quiet, Very clean. Nice and polite staff. Good location for Dodger games or universal."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Coast Burbank Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
219 W 7th St, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (672 reviews)
"The room was really nice, spacious and equipped with what we needed. Unfortunately like most reviews the internal and external noise was a bit much. You could hear parties going on within the hotel and the external noise they cannot control. If you have never been Downtown LA is filled with the homeless ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Fenix Hotel Hollywood

Fenix Hotel Hollywood

4 out of 5
7070 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hollywood Boulevard and Hollywood ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
"The property is located close to most tourist areas and since it was my first time in LA that was great. The place is nice and the staff is very responsive. The only thing is if you rent a car and would like to park it in the premises, call them as soon as you make a reservation to reserve a parking ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
Gilmore One

Gilmore One

4 out of 5
14839 Gilmore St, A, Van Nuys, CA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Woodley ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)
Great Place Horrible Parking
"It was a pretty good stay and very nice room and place overall was very clean and nice the parking is HORRRIBLEEE THOUGH we could never ever find street parking we had to park two blocks down bc of how bad it was first night we almost couldn’t even find a spot it was so frustrating made us so hesitant ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Gilmore One
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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