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Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Boulevard

The best of the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The stars on the sidewalk, the TCL Chinese Theatre, a Dolby Theatre tour, Madame Tussauds and a walking tour of Hollywood Boulevard: here is how to spend a few hours on the Walk of Fame, with honest advice on the crowds, a busy and gritty street, and which paid extras are worth the money.

By the Things to Do in Los Angeles editorial team 6 tours compared Prices checked 22 October 2026

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Pink and brass stars set in the dark terrazzo sidewalk of Hollywood Boulevard

Short answer The Hollywood Walk of Fame is free: it is the star-lined sidewalk of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street, and you need no ticket to walk it. The busiest stretch is around Highland Avenue. Paid extras nearby are the Dolby Theatre tour from €24, Madame Tussauds from €26 and a walking tour from €16. The easiest way there is the Metro B Line to Hollywood/Highland.

Our 6 picks on the Walk of Fame

Two tickets for the big indoor sights, a photo with your own star, a museum of odd things and two guided tours.

Walk of Fame tickets and tours compared

Walk of Fame tickets and tours compared
Tour From Duration Group size Pickup Free cancellation Who it suits Why we picked it
Madame Tussauds Hollywood ticket 4.6 (587) €26
per person		 Not stated Small group: Limited to 10 participants Meet on site Yes, up to 24 hours in advance Families and film fans The most-reviewed pick: 4.6 from almost 600 reviews.
Dolby Theatre tour 4.6 (190) €24
per person		 30 minutes Standard group: Up to 20 people Meet on site Yes, up to 24 hours in advance Oscar fans with half an hour The cheapest way inside a real Hollywood venue: from €24, rated 4.6 from 190 reviews.
Photo shoot with your name on a Walk of Fame star 4.5 (173) €29
per person		 15 minutes Not stated Meet on site Yes, up to 24 hours in advance Birthdays and fun souvenirs A cheap, quick souvenir: 4.5 from over 170 reviews.
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Hollywood ticket 4.1 (9) €23
per person		 Not stated Not stated Meet on site Yes, up to 24 hours in advance Kids and a rainy hour From €23 and right on the boulevard; few reviews so far (4.1 from 9).
Walking tour of the Walk of Fame and a Hollywood Sign view 5.0 (7) €16
per person		 2 hours Standard group: Up to 25 people Meet on site Yes, up to 24 hours in advance First-timers who want the stories The cheapest guided option, from €16; 5.0 so far from 7 reviews.
Walk of Fame and historic cemetery day tour 0 €144
per person		 8 hours Small group: Up to 4 people Meet on site Yes, up to 24 hours in advance Small groups who want a slow, full day A new, private-feeling day out with no reviews yet; the price (from €144) reflects the long day and tiny group.

Prices and ratings as shown on GetYourGuide on 22 October 2026. Prices are "from" prices in euros and can change; the booking page shows the live price.

What to do on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The best thing to do on the Walk of Fame is to walk the stretch around Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue and look for your favourite stars. Over 2,800 stars are set in the sidewalk, by most counts. Along the way you pass the TCL Chinese Theatre, the Dolby Theatre and the El Capitan.

Be ready for a busy street. Many visitors find this stretch crowded and a bit run-down, so keep your bag closed and plan a short visit. The stars are the free part; spend your money only on the sights you really want.

TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood

The TCL Chinese Theatre is the most famous cinema on the boulevard. Its forecourt holds the handprints and footprints of film stars, and several tours on this site stop there to see them.

Dolby Theatre: home of the Oscars

The Dolby Theatre, a short walk away, is the home of the Academy Awards. The 30-minute tour in our list takes you inside, to the lounge and to a real Oscar statuette.

Things to do in Hollywood near the Walk of Fame

The top things to do in Hollywood near the Walk of Fame are the indoor sights on the boulevard, a view of the Hollywood Sign and a tour of the hills. The official sign viewpoint at Hollywood and Highland is right here.

For Beverly Hills, the celebrity homes and Rodeo Drive, most bus tours start within a few blocks of the stars.

Madame Tussauds Hollywood tickets

Madame Tussauds Hollywood is the wax museum on the boulevard. Tickets are dated, but you can go in any time during opening hours on that day. It is the best indoor pick for kids.

Do you need Hollywood Walk of Fame tickets?

No. The Walk of Fame is free. You only need tickets for the museums, the theatre tours and guided walks.

Tips for the Walk of Fame

  1. Take the Metro

    The Metro B Line stops at Hollywood/Highland, in the middle of the busiest stretch. A ride costs $1.75.

  2. Find your star first

    The stars stretch for blocks. Look up where your favourite star is before you go, so you don't walk the whole boulevard.

  3. Pair it with a tour

    Many Hollywood bus tours start a few blocks away, so you can do the stars and the hills in one day.

  4. Check the cancellation line

    Most picks show free cancellation on their booking page. Check the exact cut-off there before you pay.

Walk of Fame: questions and answers

How to get star on hollywood walk of fame?
Someone has to nominate the person to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which runs the Walk of Fame. A committee picks new stars once a year. Sources report a sponsor fee of $85,000 for each star.

Where to park in hollywood walk of fame?
Use one of the paid garages near Hollywood and Highland, and check the rate at the entrance. The Metro B Line to Hollywood/Highland is easier and costs $1.75.

What to do hollywood walk of fame?
Look for your favourite stars, see the handprints at the TCL Chinese Theatre, tour the Dolby Theatre, visit Madame Tussauds, and spot the Hollywood Sign from Hollywood and Highland.

How long is hollywood walk of fame?
By most accounts about 1.3 miles of Hollywood Boulevard, from Gower Street to La Brea Avenue, plus a stretch of Vine Street.

How much does the hollywood walk of fame cost?
Nothing. The Walk of Fame is free. Only the museums, theatre tours and guided walks cost money.

Where is hollywood walk of fame?
On Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street in Hollywood, Los Angeles. The busiest part is around Highland Avenue, at the Hollywood/Highland Metro stop.

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Facts checked on 22 October 2026 against: Metrolink: Hollywood Walk of Fame · LA Metro fares · Dolby Theatre, official site · Hollywood Sign, official site: viewpoints · Wikipedia: Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Written by the Things to Do in Los Angeles editorial team.