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.

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Media District

If you're spending some time in Media District, Warner Brothers Studio and The Burbank Studios are top sights worth seeing.

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Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
The price is ฿4,490 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿4,490
฿5,008 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,210 reviews)
Great location and great staff.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 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 ฿3,944 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,944
฿4,382 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (3,881 reviews)
Great experience, very clean rooms

Reviewed on 25 Oct 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 ฿8,471 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿8,471
฿9,411 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (1,004 reviews)
Quiet and clean. Staff professional and courteous. Would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Burbank!

Reviewed on 24 Oct 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! (735 reviews)
Great location, close to everything and reasonably priced

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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! (224 reviews)
Great location and room was clean and way larger than depicted. Great views as well.

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Kasa Sunset Los Angeles
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! (223 reviews)
Brilliant stay at the Fenix Hotel, close to Hollywood walk of fame, rooms extremely clean and well equipped.

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
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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