I can't think of many cities around the world that I don't use the metro in, I'm a huge fan of…read morepublic transportation but it feels most foreign in my own city where my main mode of transportation is driving (barf!) if walking isn't an option. If you know me, you know I despise driving - it makes me feel so lazy! As a runner it just doesn't ever make sense to drive a car less miles than I can jog but often it's just necessary. Unfortunately there aren't many opportunities for me to ride the metro in LA. I have however started taking it each time I go to theatre. It definitely feels far less utilized and common in LA than it does in other cities (domestic and abroad) but I'm totally satisfied with the quick trips I make around town when I do. I always keep a couple tap cards in my handbags so I'm ready when it's time. It's a bit cringe that I even have to drive my car to the metro stop but it is what it is. They've also been charging for parking for several years now, but you'll quickly learn in LA similar to NY this will still run you far less than valet or parking at certain places. I'd highly encourage choosing the metro over driving or ubering any day in most any city. $1.75 each way and no sitting in nauseating traffic is a win for me. I often ride solo or with a friend no issues either way.

This Metro station is convenient to Univeral Studios and friends who live in Studio City. The…read morestation is generally clean and well lit, but it has its share of homeless individuals. Be vigilant. From here, its a quick hop to Hollywood.

VSP parking very convenient across street from Hollywood Burbank airport friendly staff. Frequent…read moreshuttle, hours 5am to 11pm shuttle driver very informative and helpful. A little pricey Indoor outdoor and rooftop parking options. Ill use them again

I've consistently had great experiences parking at this lot. The team here is super kind, and they…read moreabsolutely mean business when they say shuttles are on demand. After parking, there is usually a shuttle bus ready to bring me to the terminal within a minute. The speed of the shuttle and security of the parking make it well worth the value. They definitely do things the old-school way, but it honestly has a charm to it!

Arrive early to avoid the car stacking parking lot section. Shuttle buses begin departing for the…read morebowl two and a half hours before scheduled events. A convenient way to avoid the hassle of parking at the Hollywood Bowl. However, there can be quite a mix of characters joining you, riding to and fro. Like the guy that just couldn't stop talking at top volume, immediately on his shuttle entry; taking his seat, the 15-20 minute wait before we departed, and non-stop throughout the 20 minute or so ride! About what you may ask? Answered: any and everything! Plus, he "knows" pretty much anyone; celebrity or athlete you could possibly think of. Rolling of eyes... We heard of his place of birth, education and career endeavors. His age? Yeah, we heard that too; I'll just say 60ish. Directing his rambling on and on to any and everyone within earshot. Did I mention how loud this guy was? And the return ride might find other characters boarding; for instance, the well juiced individual carrying one for the road in hand with the loud threat of "if I spill my drink everyone on this bus will be in trouble!" Quite amusing lol! There are various park and ride locales to the Hollywood Bowl to choose from; Ventura Blvd., The Los Angeles Zoo lot, Hollywood & Highland, Sylmar Metro link station, etc., for a minimal fee. We would have chosen Sylmar which borders our city of Santa Clarita but they were sold out. So much closer to our home. Next time.

WARNING : parking is a shit show and you will be trapped until everyone comes back to the parking…read morelot from the concert!! The Bowl Shuttle Ventura Lot used to be great. But now, someone decided that it would be brilliant to stack parking, AND not tell you in advances that they would be doing that. So when we all returned from the concert, we got to the lot and everyone was stuck. Literally, we all had to sit there until people returned to move cars that were stacked. Then not everyone comes back and you have one or two stray cars still blocking the route so we are all weaving and curling around to make a path to get out!!!! What an absolute travesty!! If you're stacking cars, hire a damn valet to hold people's keys.

The Studio City Center is a unique shopping center off Ventura Blvd and Fruitland Drive though more…read morepopularly considered nearest to the Vineland interection of Ventura Blvd in none other than Studio City, Los Angeles, California. As a shopping center staple of the 818 it's an "OZ" like hub of some of my favorite haunts in the Los Angeles Valley... Including Vegan Studio, the heart aka hearty eat spot that I discovered in 2020... Residuals, a great divey bar for liquid courage, in the corner of this shopping ceneter and Drip & Roll, the brain or rather brain freeze you didn't know you needed with non-dairy options as well as many classic curds but more so whey like frozen desserts. The parking lot is fairly easy to navigate and usually you'll be in luck, however as more businesses shift back into running at some larger capacity for indoor and/or outdoor enjoyment... Street parking is always your friend and there's plenty of it! Get your haircut, your back kneaded, your nails did and maybe a tattoo via the famous Studio City Tattoo just next door to this perfect plaza of local small biz enjoyment. Don't forget to fuel up at many choice food spots as well like Sushi Dan or Tortas Mexico or my choice pick My Vegan Studio. Many more small businesses just next door and beside here with a big public transit hub for a more green day and central to tons of spots and conveniences... What more could you want!

Sheraton Universal parking is convenient and feels safe, but only really makes sense if you're…read moreactually staying at the Sheraton. It's close enough to the regular Universal parking structures that, for day guests, there isn't much of an advantage with cost in mind. For hotel guests, it does what it's supposed to do: secure, straightforward parking with in-and-out tied to your room. It does get packed quickly as we were parked on level 3 even though we arrive pretty early. There's a hotel shuttle that runs regularly to the park, but it shares service with the Hilton, so the ride can be longer than you'd expect. If you're able-bodied and don't mind a bit of a hill, walking to the park is often just as fast or faster. I appreciate the little basket attached to the end of the shuttle for strollers as we did bring one. One note from my own experience (not an official policy, so treat this as anecdotal): I was able to leave my car in the lot after checking out and still exit later that night after a long park day without issues. We didn't stay all the way to closing, but it was pretty late. I couldn't get anyone to clearly confirm the rules around this, so keep that in mind and don't assume it will always work the same way.

I really liked this hotel! We stayed here for our daughter's birthday and she wanted to go to…read moreUniversal Studios. There's a bus that takes you there and picks you up! I love that! The hotel has a good restaurant! Very nice decor and people were very nice! The only flaw is that although we were in the 19th floor the street noise was very loud! They need to upgrade their windows! I didn't get to take pictures of the room which was a suite but it was very nice!

Another great parking without the hustle. Getting there is another issue. I go here for parking…read moreonce in awhile since I have to be the tourist guide for out of town folks. It's walking distance to everything from Chinese theater, Dolby theater (Oscar's home), to Ovation shopping plaza, to Jimmy Kimmel taping to El Capitan theater (Disney) and max museum and magic castle. It's way less headache to find parking within this touristy area for sure.

Watch out. There is a notice for no metal cards. AMEX, Chase, Venture X on the pictures. The…read moreparking attendant was adamant that the card will damage the machine and asked us to drive back to P3 or P4 and take the elevator up to pay at the machine. We told them we have a card that is not shown on the photos but still metal. He was not having it. He was even threatening to call security. We asked to call the manager. He radioed in and manager said just try it. Long story short, it works. It wasn't the attendants fault honestly, he was trying to do his job. , just the situation is ridiculous...so you have been warned!

Rooftop 3 tennis courts that converts to 6 pickle ball courts…read more Book via the app. Parking is free first hour. There is also rooftop swimming lanes with lifeguard, it's located directly next to the weho library too. The app is called play by point however the reservations goes by very quickly so you need to be diligent in getting a booking.

This is where the ARC is located. This is not the ARC y'all. Yes I know, no one was confused but…read more Anyway. ARC = Arts and Recreation Center. That is the huge building on this plot of land. Where the pool and tennis are on the roof. Much fancier than Plummer Park. This place cost a nice dime in tax money so take advantage. This park is a lot more expansive than Plummer. Those are your two main options for WeHo parks. If you have dogs come to this one. Not for the dog park but because there's way more room. Plummer is literally trying to make fetch happen with a tiny dog park smaller than my WeHo backyard next to the tennis courts. Yeah guys thats what those piles of dirt are there for. Its actually manure so dont jump on top of it kids. No one will use it and it will still cost money. One day. When its no longer a pile of manure. In the meantime WeHo park is where dogs should go. They also have kids movies once in a while and concerts and stuff. For free. Except for your parking ticket. Howd you think this city affords everything, cmon. No one's actually rich in LA if you didn't figure it out by now.

I like the location and you park for $10 until 7:00pm when the crazies start to show up for the…read moreevening fun. It's walking distance to most attractions and the parking lot is small and open with no roof covering.

This is it, this is the place. This is truly a parking lot. You wind up a steep climb until you…read morefind an attendant who ask for your ticket and $6. You go find an empty space and park in it. Not sure how you can top that. Just be aware if you take the stairs, there is a very foul smell of urine. .. simply put, find an elevator.

Studio City Place shopping center is a complete mess. The parking structure is chaotic and poorly…read moredesigned, good luck finding a spot without getting stuck. The elevators are painfully slow; it can literally take you 10 minutes just to get up to the ground level. Way too many large stores crammed into such a tiny plaza, it feels overcrowded and stressful every time.

PROS: - Jinya, Michaels, Marshalls, Waffle House, a beauty…read moresupply store - They're doing renovations. They just painted, so it's looking prettier - Lots of parking because they have an underground garage. They have escalators to get to the lower parking levels, so its convenient. - Close to the freeway - Easy to come in and out of (doable to go on your lunch break) CONS: - theyre in the middle of renovating the underground parking garage, so parking is a bit complicated.