San Fernando Valley

Travel Guide

Universal Studios Hollywood® featuring a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Universal Studios Hollywood® featuring street scenes and heritage architecture
Burbank featuring a park and modern architecture
Universal Studios Hollywood® as well as a large group of people
San Fernando Valley

Where to stay in San Fernando Valley

I hadn't taken this tour in 30 years. There's lots more cool stuff in Universal Studios but some of they old stuff is still some of the best. The run down Bates Motel still looks legit and the Psycho area of the House of Horrors is still one of the scariest parts.

Toluca Lake

Visitors to Toluca Lake enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, OC Skin Secrets Day Spa is worth a stop.

Toluca Lake
The Americana shopping center.
Photo taken with my iPhone

Downtown Glendale

While visiting Downtown Glendale, you might make a stop by sights like Glendale Galleria and Americana at Brand.

Downtown Glendale
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Valley Glen

While visiting Valley Glen, you might make a stop by sights like Great Wall of Los Angeles Mural and Cinemark Century North Hollywood.

Valley Glen
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NoHo Arts District

While you're in NoHo Arts District, take in top sights like Laemmle Theatres NoHo 7 and jump on the metro at North Hollywood Station to see more of the city.

NoHo Arts District
The shark-faced nose of a P-40 aircraft of the Flying Tigers on display at the airport. The Van Nuys Airport was Amelia Earhart's last stop before she vanished in the Pacific.

Lake Balboa

If you're spending some time in Lake Balboa, Van Nuys Golf Course and The Japanese Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Balboa
Burbank showing modern architecture and a park

Downtown Burbank

Downtown Burbank is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Colony Theater or rA Organic Spa.

Downtown Burbank
Hotel Burbank
Hotel Burbank
3 out of 5
150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Burbank. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,856 reviews)
"Excellent location, nice restaurant near the hotel, clean hotel, friendly and professional staff, safe area, great experience, near to Universal studios."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Hotel Burbank
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
3.5 out of 5
5525 Sepulveda Blvd, Van Nuys, CA
The price is P8,146 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P8,146
P9,465 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,436 reviews)
"The service was great!! Our rooms were cleaned and got cleaned towels daily!! Felt safe as we traveled with kids and teenagers. Having Dennys next door was a plus! Also Costco down the street to gas up before our adventures. It’s also a great driving distance to Universal Studios!!!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles
Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles
4 out of 5
6360 Canoga Ave, Woodland Hills, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,628 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P8,628
P10,025 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Woodland Hills. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Very clean Stuff is very polite"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Hilton Woodland Hills / Los Angeles
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Gilmore One
Gilmore One
2.5 out of 5
14839 Gilmore St, A, Van Nuys, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sherman ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious common area, large TV with subscription. Room and private toilet is also very clean and bed is comfortable with large full length mirror. The building is a bit hard to find with limited street parking. The place is walking distance to McDonald’s and 711, with around 10-15 ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Gilmore One
Luxurious Townhome
Luxurious Townhome
5 out of 5
14539 Weddington St, Van Nuys, CA
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Van Nuys. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and furnished patios. Popular attractions Universal Studios Hollywood and The ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"Perfect home for our family to stay in on a trip to Universal Studios. Only 15 mins from the park. 3 nice bedrooms in a fairly new home. Clean, quiet house, in a safe neighborhood. Owners are very friendly and responsive, and addressed a minor issue we had very promptly. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Luxurious Townhome
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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