OUR TAKE ON UNIVERSAL CITY
Located in San Fernando Valley at the heart of Los Angeles, you can expect this 415 acre property from Universal Studios to provide unparalleled fun and entertainment for the whole family. Universal City is the home of Universal Studios - one of the world's leading entertainment studios that produces a variety of top Hollywood movies. Aside from its Hollywood connection though, there are also a variety of activities that travelers can enjoy on their Universal City vacations.
For example, Universal City also houses Sheraton Universal, Universal Hilton, Gibson Amphitheatre and Universal CityWalk. A lot of couples particularly enjoy going to Universal CityWalk because it provides a fun but intimate atmosphere that encourages a couple to bond in their favorite restaurant or over coffee.
Families will not be left out in Universal City as well; after all, Universal is geared to provide entertainment for the whole family. You can expect the Universal CityWalk to have wholesome entertainment and fun activities for the kids and the parents. Jillian's has great bowling facilities, while Howl at the Moon is a piano bar that encourages audience participation. NASCAR fans can also join in virtual racing where they will pit their skills against other racecar enthusiast.
The City Walk Website has detailed information about dining, entertainment, and shopping in Universal City. You never know what celebrities or mascots you just may see during your Universal City vacation!
LODGING
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Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City
". Great room for the money." - a user of Hotels.com
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Sheraton Universal Hotel
"the staff was very courteous, and likable, and I would certainly go back again" - a user of Expedia
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Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City
"sierra cafe in the hotel had very nice breakfast buffet in the morning($17" - a user of TripAdvisor
THINGS TO DO
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Universal Studios Hollywood
"There was little for children under ten to do, not many rides accomodated children.
Drinks were more expensive there than at Disneyland, and we found we were the seve…" - a user of Yahoo! Travel -
Gibson Amphitheatre
"This is a review of what used to be called the Universal Amphitheatre. I assume it's now called the Gibson Amphitheatre, but if I'm wrong, please tell me, and I'll take my review d…" - a user of Yelp
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Hollywood Walk of Fame
"This sucks big time...no one that lives here really goes to look at the stars...do YOU??? Certainly NOT me!!! I don't give a damn about them unless they pay my bills and set me up!…" - a user of Yelp
