North Hollywood Travel Guide

California is home to many fun cities, including North Hollywood. This city is part of the greater Hollywood area which consists of nice neighborhoods and plenty of things to do. It is also surrounded by other smaller towns such as Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks and Burbank. North Hollywood is the artsy, edgy part of Los Angeles, with a lot of artistic buildings and historical areas. It's additionally home to the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences seeing as movies and TV production are a key industry in LA. North Hollywood also has an extensive history as it played an important part in the San Fernando Valley annexation. This history combined with the culture means there's an exciting range of galleries, shows, and landmarks to explore -- not to mention a wide selection of vacation rentals to find your new home away from home!

Things to Do in North Hollywood

North Hollywood is perfect to soak up culture and hipster vibes. It's an edgy town so there are lots of coffee shops, bars and healthy restaurants to tuck into -- most of which have cool artworks and crafts on display too.

If you like comic books, visit Blastoff Comics which is a home to hundreds of original comic books and original art. Some of the items are for sale, so if you are a collector this is a must-see. Elsewhere, check out the NoHo Arts District for the best galleries and entertainment centers. Visit the district’s official website in advance to see all the upcoming events and gallery openings you can attend. There are many great theaters are in the area, so devote a night to dinner and a show.

To make the most of the warm weather and fresh air, Chandler Bikeway boasts stunning views for cyclists and skaters alike for miles -- the view of the Verdugo Mountains is particularly impressive from this route. Close by, the Portal of the Folded Wings Shrine to Aviation is a huge momument dedicated to remembering aviation pioneers such as Amelia Earhart and reflecting on the impact of air travel.

Last but not least, Universal Studios is packed with theme park rides, movie sets, and tons of entertainment for all the family -- be sure to spend a full day here to make the most of the incredible attractions.

Best Places to Stay in North Hollywood

The best ares to stay in North Hollywood are the central areas and the art districts where you can have everything you'd need within walking distance. It's also ideal to have a metro station close by so you can travel to West Hollywood and to Los Angeles with ease. Rentals in North Hollywood are very popular so visitors can choose from a large selection of vacation homes. If you need a big place, there are homes with many bedrooms, bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen with a living room, or for smaller groups, there are condos and apartments dotted throughout North Hollywood.

Best Time to Visit North Hollywood

Because the temperature never falls below 65 degrees, North Hollywood is a great place to visit all year around. If you want to stay away from the hottest months (July and August see over 89 degrees), visit from May to October when you can enjoy the pleasant 80 degree weather and sunshine.