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TCL Chinese Theatre

A sight in Hollywood Blvd, free to visit and worth about 30 minutes. Best time to go: Morning.

TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood Blvd
Photo: Christine M · Google

Why go

1927 movie palace with stars' handprints in the forecourt.

It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Hollywood, alongside 2 bars & cafés, 2 places to eat and 2 sights. 2 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Musso & Frank Grill and Musso & Frank Grill. At about 30 minutes, it slots neatly between bigger plans.

Type
Sight
Neighborhood
Hollywood Blvd
Price
Free
Time needed
30 min
Best time
Morning

Nearby

Our closest curated picks, including 1 beyond Hollywood. Distances are straight-line, not walking or driving.

  1. 1
    Musso & Frank Grill

    Hollywood's oldest restaurant (1919), with red booths and famously strong martinis.

    Food · 0.3 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Musso & Frank Grill

    Hollywood's oldest restaurant (1919), known for its martinis.

    Drinks · Los Angeles · 0.3 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    The Hotel Cafe

    Intimate singer-songwriter venue that launched many acoustic careers.

    Drinks · 0.6 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Hollywood Bowl

    Open-air amphitheater under the hills; picnicking before shows is a tradition.

    Activity · 0.7 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    Amoeba Music

    Enormous independent record store for vinyl, CDs and films.

    Shopping · 0.9 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    Good Times at Davey Wayne's

    1970s-themed bar entered through a fridge door, with a backyard patio.

    Drinks · 1.0 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

TCL Chinese Theatre is a stop on our Los Angeles After Dark route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More sights to see in Hollywood

2 more curated sights in Hollywood. See the full Hollywood guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Hollywood run from 65°F in December to 89°F in August; February is usually the wettest month. For TCL Chinese Theatre itself, we suggest: Morning.

Modelled monthly averages for Hollywood from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Hollywood weather by month.

Getting there

Map links open a live search for TCL Chinese Theatre, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.

Address
6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA
Coordinates
34.10202, -118.34097
Destination
Hollywood, California

TCL Chinese Theatre: quick answers

How much time do you need at TCL Chinese Theatre?

Plan on about 30 minutes at TCL Chinese Theatre. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit TCL Chinese Theatre?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Watch a film in the IMAX auditorium to see the interior.

Is TCL Chinese Theatre free?

Yes, we list TCL Chinese Theatre as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is TCL Chinese Theatre?

TCL Chinese Theatre is at 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include TCL Chinese Theatre?

TCL Chinese Theatre appears on Los Angeles After Dark, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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