As the original Universal Studios theme park and as one of the oldest and most famous Hollywood studios still in use, Universal Studios Hollywood holds a special place in the collective heart of Los Angeles. Few other places have such a connection to Hollywood history as Universal Studios does.

One of the most cherished traditions of Universal Studios is the tour that is offered. It has been around since the days of silent films, when Universal City was, at least in part, a working farm and the option of buying of produce was available to the participants. Although the tour is still available to visitors in the form of a narrated tram ride, it is now somewhat overshadowed by the rest of the action at the theme park.

A visit to Universal Studios Hollywood is exciting for people of all ages. Many people are suckers for an impressive stunt demonstration pulled off by a professional stuntman, and the high-tech rides throughout the park are known far and wide for being some of the most exciting experiences in the theme park world.

Another iconic tradition that Universal Studios Hollywood maintains is the cast of park characters that entertain children and parents alike. These costumed characters range from Marilyn Monroe to Spongebob Squarepants, adding a bit of magical fun to the mix. Popular characters, like those from The Simpsons, sometimes make special appearances at the park to promote upcoming releases.

Universal Studios Hollywood is truly worth a visit for anyone who happens to be in the Los Angeles area. General admission is $64.00, while those under 48 inches in height are $54.00 and children under two years old get in free. If you plan to be in the Los Angeles area many times throughout the year, you can also opt for an annual pass that will eventually save you some money as well as the hassle of purchasing a ticket each time.