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Historic and Protected Site · 117 tips and reviews
Juston Payne: This is more of a curiosity than a phenomenal destination, but it's worth stopping by to witness the tragic scene of a baby wooly mammoth watch its mother sink into a pit of tar.
HISTORY: The sign was originally constructed in 1923 to promote a subdivision at the top of Beachwood Canyon called Hollywoodland; "land" would later be dropped in 1945 when the area was deeded to the city.
100 Universal City Plz (btwn Barham & Lankershim Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Amusement Park · Universal City · 982 tips and reviews
HISTORY: Carl Laemmle's original tour included a chance for guests to buy fresh produce since Universal City was still in part a working farm. The narrated tram (formerly "Glamortram") launched in 1964.
Julian Nam: via LA Mag: Many major landmarks are still up & running: you will find Whisky a Go Go rocking, hordes of teenagers outside the Roxy, and a steady queue of not-only-tourists outside the Comedy Store.
Monument · Hollywood Hills West · 486 tips and reviews
People: Nearly 2,500 stars, from Marilyn Monroe to Matt Damon, have been immortalized in cement on this 18-block Hollywood landmark. Tip: Download the official iPhone app to pinpoint your fave celeb!
7909 Rosewood Ave (at N Fairfax Ave), Los Angeles, CA
Men's Store · Mid-City West · 9 tips and reviews
Highsnobiety: The first flagship store of the LA brand. It carries their clothing, footwear and collaborations. Maybe the one store that started the Fairfax shopping craze.