Mary Quincy

Visit Burbank

 

 

EXPLORING BURBANK, CA

I spent a couple of days exploring the city of Burbank, CA, the Media Capital of the World. Home to so many movie studios, sets & entertainment companies, Burbank is the perfect getaway town for movie lovers who visit Los Angeles and want to see more of the area.

Here are top things to do while exploring Burbank :

 

A HELICOPTER TOUR WITH ORBIC AIR

Orbic Air is a company based at the Burbank Airport and they have multiple tours :

  • the Hollywood Sign Helicopter Tour (a 10min tour to get as close as possible to the Hollywood Sign)

  • the Ultimate Los Angeles Helicopter Tour (views over Beverly Hills, the Downtown Skyline, the Hollywood Sign, the Dodger Stadium, the Griffith Observatory, as well as Santa Monica, Venice Beach and so much more)

  • and many more tours…

 

STAY AT HOTEL AMARANO

The Hotel Amarano is a boutique hotel located in the heart of Burbank. From a walking distance to the Warner Bros studios and really close to all the main attractions, this glamorous & private hotel has a lot to offer, including tts restaurant the FYC, which is a gem in the neighborhood. With its spacious rooms, a talented bartender who makes the greatest cocktails & a beautiful pool, the Hotel Amarano is your home away from home.

 

EXPLORE MAGNOLIA PARK

This neighborhood is ideal if you like to do some window shopping and if you like cool murals.

Vintage shops, trendy coffeeshops & beautiful wall paintings of your favorite movie characters can be found pretty much everywhere.

 

WANDER AROUND DOWNTOWN BURBANK

Downtown Burbank is the perfect area for dining, shopping & spend the night out. A lively & colorful neighborhood to explore.

 

DO A WARNER BROS STUDIO TOUR

If you’re a FRIENDS fan, a Harry Potter fan or just a movie buff in general, you’ll love the Hollywood Warner Bros Studio Tour. Immerse yourself in decades of cinema & TV and you even get to sit on the real Central Perk couch!

 

ATTEND BOB’S BIG BOY’S CLASSIC CAR SHOW

Every Friday from 4-10pm, Bob’s Big Boy Burbank hosts Southern California’s best Classic Car Show. A must for vintage cars lovers.

 

WALK AROUND THE CITY

There are so many cute details, movie locations you can spot & quaint facades to see while walking around the town.

 

EAT PASTRIES AT PORTO’S BAKERY

Porto’s Bakery is an institution in Burbank. There might be a line but you won’t be disappointed you waited as their pastries are considered as some of the best in the city.

 

STOUGH CANYON TRAIL

If you’re looking for a hiking trail, this one is one of the greatest : it offers beautiful views over Los Angeles, Burbank, North Hollywood and other cities. It definitely puts you right into the nature & you won’t hear a sound of the city for sure.