The terrazzo-and-brass star sidewalk along Hollywood Blvd honoring entertainment figures.
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The verdict
Who it's worth it for
Great for
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Depends
Families with kids
Couples
History & culture buffs
Not for
Travellers on a budget
If you've only got a day
Solo travellers
Local-life seekers
A skip for most travellers.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
Finding the one star you actually care about in the terrazzo is a genuine small thrill.
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It is a grimy, crowded stretch of sidewalk with aggressive costumed hustlers expecting tips for photos.
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The surroundings of souvenir shops and panhandling consistently underwhelm visitors who expected glamour.
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What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
First-timers
Redeem the 20 minutes by going with a mission: look up your one star ahead of time (and check it isn't being repaved), photograph it, glance up at the TCL Chinese Theatre forecourt right there, then leave. It's a checklist item to do efficiently, not a place to wander — keep your wallet close.
With friends
Fine for a quick ironic photo with the costumed characters (a couple of bucks tip), then move straight on to the Academy Museum or a Hollywood Hills view — somewhere that actually rewards lingering.
Good to know
Before you go
Cost
Free
Time
20-40 minutes
Last verified
2026-06-17
Best time
Mornings are calmer and feel less chaotic than afternoons and nights.
Getting there
Metro B (Red) Line to Hollywood/Highland drops you right on it.
Accessibility
Flat, walkable sidewalk; crowds can make it hard to navigate with a wheelchair or stroller.