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 NBC Studios and Warner Brothers Studio, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
2 out of 5
2900 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA
The price is £109 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£109
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (3,689 reviews)
"Close to airport. Great staff."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
Hotel Burbank
Hotel Burbank
3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
The price is £130 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£130
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (4,877 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff, will stay here again"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Hotel Burbank
Coast Burbank Hotel
Coast Burbank Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2011 W Olive Ave, Burbank, CA
The price is £211 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£211
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"It was a smaller property in a cool neighborhood. We enjoyed the shuttle to universal and the convenient location for dining and shopping."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 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! (660 reviews)
"Such a hidden gem! The rooms are a pleasant surprise! Great staff"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

The Haas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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! (142 reviews)
"Nice facilities and amenities. The rooms look way better than the hotel’s curb appeal. Very thin walls. Great security."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Fenix Hotel Hollywood
Gilmore One
Gilmore One
2.5 out of 5
14839 Gilmore St, A, Van Nuys, CA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sherman Oaks ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
"really nice and clean. would recommend and come back!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Gilmore One
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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