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 theatre 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 Centre 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 theatres and comedy clubs, including the Victory Theatre Centre 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 kilometres) from Los Angeles International Airport. Alternatively, fly to Bob Hope Airport, just 3 miles (5 kilometres) 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.

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Magnolia Park

When in Magnolia Park, you can plan a visit to The Burbank Studios and Warner Brothers Studio, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Magnolia Park
Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,606 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,606
฿5,137 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,995 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 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 ฿4,295 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,295
฿4,771 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (3,835 reviews)
"Staff made is super easy to check in. Nearly the fastest check in I’ve had. The room was nice and bigger than expected. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport

Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport

4 out of 5
2500 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA
The price is ฿5,974 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿5,974
฿6,650 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burbank. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,345 reviews)
"Quiet property with a nice bar, restaurant and pool area. Some of the furnishings in the lobby and throughout the hotel are a little worn but overall it was a nice stay. The hotel does need to keep quarters in stock because I was unable to do my laundry."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport
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.
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! (201 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles

3 out of 5
5825 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and air conditioning. Popular attractions Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood ...
9/10 Wonderful! (208 reviews)
"It was hard to keep it cool with the sun coming through the windows all day. I pulled all the"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
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! (716 reviews)
"I was nervous about the area driving in, but in the end I’m glad we decided to stay. Was a really nice room, felt more homey than any other room I’ve stayed in. Staff was very nice and despite it being in a questionable area it feels really safe there you have a nice area to hang out in front of ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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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Reviews of Burbank

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Really pretty city with lots of dining options and east access to attractions in Burbank and downtown LA

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

plenty of eating variety, enjoy!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good area to stay, plenty of food and fuel stations. Felt safe enough. Good location if you would like to visit the main sites without being right in the middle of the hussle, bussle and noise!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We went to Hollywood Universal Studio and Warner bros studio tours. Liked both very much . Good location of the hotel -all closed.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very tidy area, local attractions are easily accessible by car,metro bus in just a few minutes from springhill suites

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