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TCL Chinese Theatre

6925 Hollywood Blvd · Los Angeles, CA

Why you should go…

Sid Grauman's ornate theater has hosted movie premieres since 1927 and still screens films on one of the largest screens in the country. Its forecourt is embedded with the hand- and footprints of hundreds of stars, free to wander and photograph any time of day.

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  • #movie history
  • #landmark
  • #free
  • #photo-op

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General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

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