Relaxation in Burbank, California

  • Day 1: Visit the Lake Hollywood Reservoir, a tranquil outdoor space with scenic views and hiking trails. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy the peacefulness of the lake. Stop by Porto's Bakery for a tasty Cuban sandwich on the way back to the hotel.
  • Day 2: Head to the Burbank Farmers Market where a variety of vendors offer fresh produce, flowers, and locally-made food. Walk around the market and enjoy the live music. Afterwards, unwind at The Rink Studios with a relaxing yoga class.
  • Day 3: Spend the day at the Burbank Spa and Garden for a day of pampering. Enjoy a facial or massage and take a dip in the heated pool. End the day with a healthy bite at Juice Bar.
  • Day 4: Visit the Los Angeles Equestrian Center for a peaceful horseback ride along the trails of Griffith Park. Stop by Commissary at The LINE Hotel for a refreshing drink and a light snack.
  • Day 5: Take a hike at the Gabrielino Trail in one of the most scenic areas in Burbank. During the walk, be sure to take in the beauty of Stough Canyon Nature Center. For dinner, don't miss Cafe O Hookah Lounge, a fun hookah and Mediterranean eatery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lake Hollywood Reservoir (2 hours, Free)
  • Porto's Bakery (1 hour, $)
  • Burbank Farmers Market (2 hours, Free)
  • The Rink Studios (1.5 hours, $$)
  • Burbank Spa and Garden (4 hours, $$$)
  • Juice Bar (1 hour, $)
  • Los Angeles Equestrian Center (3 hours, $$)
  • Commissary at The LINE Hotel (1 hour, $)
  • Gabrielino Trail, Stough Canyon Nature Center (3 hours, Free)
  • Cafe O Hookah Lounge (2 hours, $$)
  • Total Estimated Costs ($$$$)

Transportation

It is recommended to rent a car while in Burbank as most of the destinations require driving. Taxis and ride-share services also operate within the city limits. Gas prices average around $3.50 per gallon and parking rates range from $8 - $15 per day in most areas.

Useful Tips

If you have additional time, visit the famous Warner Bros. Studios or take a walk down the Burbank Art Walk on the first Saturday of every month. If you have less time, consider skipping the horseback ride and hookah lounge or compressing days 2 and 3.

Airports

The main airport in Burbank is Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), located approximately 5 miles northwest of the city center. Its airport code is BUR. This airport services several domestic flights and is a smaller and less busy alternative to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) located 30 miles away from Burbank. A taxi from the airport to downtown Burbank takes about 10 minutes and costs around $15.

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