Universal Studios Hollywood, Theme park in Universal City, Los Angeles, US.
Description
Universal Studios Hollywood is a theme park in Universal City within the Los Angeles area and also a working film studio, with attractions based on movies and series produced by Universal Pictures. The complex spreads across two levels connected by long escalators, with the upper grounds holding covered themed areas and live shows while the lower section contains rides built into the hillside.
History
The grounds opened in 1912 when Universal offered studio tours to visitors who wanted to watch filmmakers at work. The concept evolved into a full entertainment complex in 1964, blending rides with active studio operations.
Culture
The grounds connect visitors with the entertainment industry through daily studio tours, encounters with costumed film characters, and special screenings of current productions. Guests can walk through actual outdoor sets they recognize from movies and television.
Practical
The complex is reachable via Metro B Line through Universal City station, with regular shuttle buses running from there to the entrance. It helps to arrive early in the day to avoid large crowds during peak seasons.
Did you know?
The backlot studio tours pass through actual street sets where television series are regularly filmed and which may be reconfigured for each visit. Parts of the complex sit on a hillside that offers deep views into the constructions behind the rides.
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