About the studio...

NBC began in 1926 as a radio network. With the invention of television, NBC was in the forefront and began experimenting with telecasts as early as 1932. In 1939, NBC televised the opening ceremonies of the New York World’s Fair. Milton Berle launched “Texaco Star Theater” in 1948 and it was so successful that NBC signed him to a lifetime contract for ”putting television on the map.” For the first time, NBC aired it’s entire production schedule in color. The year was 1965.

Over the years NBC has brought us such classic series as “Bonanza,” “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh In,” “Cheers,” “Seinfeld” and “ER.” Currently, “The Tonight Show” and “Weakest Link” are taped here.

TONIGHT SHOW TICKETS Tickets are available from NBC through mail order or at their box office the day of the show. The ticket office opens at 8 AM, but you would be well advised to get there early as tickets are distributed on a first come first serve basis.

NBC's Studio Tour is the best value in Hollywood and has no minimum age requirement. See below for details.
 

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NBC STUDIO TOUR - best value in Hollywood!
The studio offers a seventy-minute tour on a “first come first served basis.” Tour hours are 9AM – 3 PM Monday - Friday. During the months of July and August, tours are also offered on Saturdays from 10AM – 2PM. Tickets are $7 for adults, $3.75 for kids 5-12 and free for children under 5.

WB VIP STUDIO TOUR
Gate 4 - Olive Ave and Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91522 (818) 954-6000
Take a personalized tour of this legendary studio. The tour begins with a short film on the history of Hollywood and WB, then it's a visit to the Warner Bros Museum and then your escorted on a behind-the-scenes tour of the studio. Reservations are required.
Tour Hours: 9AM to 4PM Mon-Fri, leaving every 1/2 hour.
Tour size limited to 12.
Admission: $32, Visa, MC, Am Ex accepted.
Free parking at adjacent lot.



EQUESTRIAN CENTER
480 Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91506 (818) 840-9063
This is Southern California's largest Equestrian Center and home to world class horse shows. Facilities include indoor and outdoor show arenas, grass fields, restaurant/bar, conference/meeting rooms, gift shop, supply and tack shops. See if you recognize it from the movie "Pretty Woman!"

FOREST LAWN
6300 Forest Lawn Dr, Los Angeles, CA (818) 984-1711
The final resting place of many Hollywood's luminaries, but this is more than a memorial park. Experince the rich history of America as you stand before American Revolution inspired statuary, the world's largest historical mosaic, "The Birth of Liberty" or a faithful reproduction of Boston's fabled Old North Church. You can also tour the Plaza and the Museum of Mexican Heritage.
Park Hours: 9AM to 5PM daily. Free parking

GRIFFITH PARK - picnic, hike, ride the merry-go-round!

GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY
2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Really see the stars! Visit the planetarium, laserium, and check out the awesome views of Los Angeles with the telescope!
Summer Hours: 12:30PM to 10PM
Winter Hours: 2PM to 10PM Tues – Fri, 12:30PM to 10PM Sat & Sun, CLOSED MONDAY
General admission $4, Children (5-12) $2 (under 5 FREE) Seniors (65+) $3

LOS ANGELES ZOO
5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Ride the safari shuttle, see the reptile house, watch the live animal shows, visit the gift shop, enjoy your lunch in the picnic area
Hours: 10AM to 5PM daily, Closed Christmas Day
Adults $8.25 Children (2-12) $3.25 (under 2) FREE Seniors (65+) $5.25
Parking: FREE

GENE AUTRY WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM
4700 Western Heritage Way (next to LA Zoo), Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 667-2000
Experience the old west and the exciting days of yesteryear!
Visit the Gift Shop, eat in the Golden Spur Cafe, wartch a special program in the Museum Theater
Hours: 10AM to 5PM Tues-Sun, Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
Admission: Adults $7.50, Students with ID $5, Children (2-12) $3 (under 2 - FREE)
FREE ADMISSION: Thursday 4PM to 8PM and 2nd Tuesday of the month
Parking: Free

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