Finding the corresponding star of your favourite actor on the Hollywood Walk of Fame has become a pilgrimage for many visitors to Los Angeles. There are over 2,400 stars embedded into the footpaths along 15 blocks of Hollywood Boulevard. In February 1960 the first eight stars were laid from a list of 1,550 entertainment personalities, with Joanne Woodward being the first actress to pose for photographers with her star. Today around 200 nominations are submitted for inclusion each year, with around 20 personalities immortalised from the nominations.
The iconic image of Hollywood is the sign sitting high in the Hollywood Hills. It was originally created as an advertisement in 1923 but today remains a symbol of hope to aspiring actors hoping to break into the American film industry. The sign is 14 metres high and 110 metres long.
While in the area, consider visiting Ripley's Believe It or Not for the weird, wonderful and downright bizarre.
Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
Flights from Australia to Los Angeles will disembark at Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located in Westchester, a coastal suburb in the southwest of this west coast metropolis. The Tom Bradley Terminal is named after the first African-American mayor of Los Angeles.
Airport Accommodation: There are a number of hotels located in close proximity to Los Angeles International Airport. Book your LAX Airport accommodation.
Airlines that fly to LA
Airlines that offer cheap flights to Los Angeles from Australia include:
For more on Los Angeles holidays check out our Los Angeles travel guide or view our range of Los Angeles holiday packages that include flights, accommodation and often other extras like tours or car hire.
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