The Best Los Angeles Family Vacation: Universal Studios Hollywood

Explore the magic of Hollywood past and present at Universal Studios, and then enjoy a restful stay at Holiday Inn Los Angeles Airport Hotel. Our convenient location near LAX and smartly appointed rooms make us the perfect starting point for any Los Angeles family vacation.

Universal Studios Hollywood

When Universal Studios started offering backlot tours in 1964, nobody suspected it was the beginning of one of the nation's most popular theme parks. Today, millions of people visit Universal Studios Hollywood every year to get a taste of TV and movie magic.

While the backlot tram tour is still the signature attraction at Universal Studios Hollywood, the park has grown year after year to feature some of the most state-of-the-art rides and shows in the world. Can't miss-attractions include:

• The Simpsons™ Ride – a hilarious adventure starring America's favorite animated family.
• Shrek 4-D™ – unique 4-D attraction puts you right in the show.
• Universal's House of Horrors – why wait for October to brave a top-notch haunted house?
• Jurassic Park®: The Ride – this classic 1996 water ride has lost none of its bite.
• Waterworld® - long-running live action show features big sets and big stunts.

Park visitors also enjoy a wide selection of movie and TV-themed restaurants and stores throughout the park and at Universal CityWalk, a free-to-enter retail destination located adjacent to the park.

Universal Studios Hollywood is open everyday of the year and offers a number of ticketing options. View the Web site.

Universal Studios Hollywood Directions (view map):

From the hotel, head east on La Cienega Blvd. Turn left at W Century Blvd. Take I-405 N ramp to Sacramento. Keep left and merge onto I-405 N. Exit onto US-101 S toward Los Angeles. Exit 12A toward Lankershim Blvd. Turn right at Cahuenga Blvd. Take first right onto Lankershim Blvd. Turn right at Universal Terrace Parkway. Make a U-turn. Take first left onto Universal Terrace Parkway. Follow signs to destination.

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