Ever strolled past a building or a spot in LA that looked oddly familiar? You swore you have seen it before but can’t seem to recall the time or place. Since LA is the Entertainment Capital of the World, you’ve probably spotted it in one of your favorite movies. Yes we know, movies are often shot in a studio, but it is also very common for movies to be shot in the beautiful city of LA (I mean come on, it’s LA!). If you are ever in the mood for an adventure, here are 5 iconic movie locations in LA that every LA Girl should visit.
La La Land – Cathy’s Corner
Address: Mt Hollywood Dr, Los Angeles, CA, 90027
It’s hard to summarize the beauty of LA in just one sentence. And if someone ever asked, La La Land would be one of the answers. Even though the list of LA spots in La La Land is extremely long, let’s talk about Cathy’s Corner. Located on Mt. Hollywood Dr, north of Vista Del Valle Drive, walk up the hill to enjoy the view and spot where Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone filmed the iconic scene from the song, A Lovely Night. Whether it’s during the day or night, preferably a little before sunset, enjoy the remarkable view and don’t forget to catch a photo with the signature moves from the movie.
Photo Courtesy of New York Times
500 Days of Summer – The Bench
Address: 365 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Located in the heart of Downtown LA at Angels Knoll, visit the bench from the fan-fav romcom, 500 Days of Summer. Not only will you have the chance to explore the iconic movie spot, but also get to enjoy the view of the city and everything it entails. Because it is closed at night, be sure to head on over during the day to recreate one of the best scenes of Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel talking on the bench.
Photo Courtesy of The Hollywood Reporter
Once Upon A Time in Hollywood – El Coyote
Address: 7312 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
If you ever wondered what the atmosphere in Hollywood during the 60s was like, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood should be at the top of your list to watch. Taking place in 1969, writer and director Quentin Tarantino called this movie “his love letter to Hollywood.” The place we want to highlight is El Coyote which serves Mexican food and some of the best Margaritas in LA, you’ll feel like Rick Dalton (played by Leo DiCaprio) sipping on one of them with friends. El Coyote also dedicates a wall with autographed photos of Hollywood stars and Christmas lights inside the restaurant every day. Visit El Coyote for your next night out, and share your personal movie star experience.
Photo Courtesy of Sony Pictures
La La Land – The Lighthouse Cafe
Address: 30 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
La La Land is too special to only be mentioned once, right? This time, let’s talk about The Lighthouse Cafe, located in Hermosa Beach. Yes, it’s a little far, but if you are planning a trip to the Hermosa Beach Pier and looking for a cafe nearby, the Lighthouse Cafe is the spot to go if you’re a movie fanatic. It is filled with a great atmosphere that every LA Girl should visit, plus be sure snap a photo similar to the one below! Visit their website to see who will be performing live music during this upcoming month.
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Rebel Without a Cause, La La Land, Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle – Griffith Observatory
Address: 2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The Griffith Observatory has been around since Old Hollywood, and if you are looking for any excuse to schedule a visit, this is your sign. But this time, add one more to the list to visit and take photos of the exact spot where James Dean was from A Rebel Without a Cause. Other movies filmed at the Griffith Observatory include La La Land (surprise, surprise) and Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle.
Photo Courtesy of Justin Donais
