Exploring Family-Friendly Burbank, California in 5 Days

• Day 1 – Hollywood & Highland Center: Start the trip with a visit to the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center. Explore the Wax Museum, Ripley's Believe It or Not!, and Madame Tussauds Hollywood.
• Day 2 – Universal Studios Hollywood: Spend a day at Universal Studios Hollywood and experience exciting rides, shows and attractions including Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, The Simpson's Ride, and the Studio Tour.
• Day 3 – Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park: Take a hike in the beautiful trails of Griffith Park and enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Griffith Observatory. Visit the live shows at the Samuel Oschin Planetarium and explore its exhibits.
• Day 4 – Warner Bros. Studio Tour: Take a tour of the famous Warner Bros. studio and visit iconic sets from popular TV shows such as Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and Gilmore Girls.
• Day 5 – Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens: Enjoy a day at the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens with more than 1,400 different animal species and 800 different plant species. Take a guided tour to learn more about the animals or ride the Tom Mankiewicz Conservation Carousel.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Hollywood & Highland Center (4-6 hours, $10-50)
• Universal Studios Hollywood (8-10 hours, $100-150)
• Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park (6-8 hours, free admission)
• Warner Bros. Studio Tour (3-4 hours, $70-150)
• Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens (5-7 hours, $20-25)
Total Estimated Costs = $200-375

Transportation

Transportation in Burbank can be accomplished via car, ride-sharing services or public transportation such as buses and trains. The cost is approximatey $25-$35 for a car trip from the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Burbank. Renting a car is recommended for convenience, but it can be difficult to find parking spots in popular tourist areas.

Useful tips

For travelers with more time, visit more attractions such as the Santa Monica Pier and the Getty Center. For travelers with less time, combine some attractions or prioritize the ones that interest you the most. It is important to check the opening times for each attraction and try to get there early to avoid the crowds.

Airports

Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR), located 3 miles northwest of Downtown Burbank is the closest airport to the city center. LAX is the primary airport, located approximately 22 miles from Burbank.