Hollywood Bowl Museum
11 expert reviews
“The Bowl as it's affectionately known around town, enjoys a glamorous history, and this is where you can literally listen to it, and watch it.”
– Lonely Planet
"Classic Hollywood doesn't get better than this. Summer-evening concerts have been a tradition since 1922 at this amphitheater cradled in the Hollywood Hills."
"Open from late May through early October, this famed outdoor venue hosts jazz, rock, and country performers, along with the Los Angeles Philharmonic."
Top Choice
"Summers in LA just wouldn’t be the same without this chill spot for symphonies under the stars, and big-name acts from Baaba Maal to Sigur Ros to Radiohead to Paul McCartney." Full review
"This fine little museum presents a lively account of the Hollywood Bowl's history, through archival film footage, audio clips, photography and all manner of other memorabilia. " Full review
"This famed outdoor venue hosts jazz, rock, and country performers, along with the Los Angeles Philharmonic." Full review
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Outside food and drinks—even wine and beer—are allowed, so be sure to bring a picnic.
"Eclectic music and picnicking under the stars."
"Before the concert, or during the day, visit the Hollywood Bowl Museum for a time-capsule version of the Hollywood Bowl's history." Full review
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Be sure to pick up a map and take the "Bowl Walk" to explore the parklike grounds of this beautiful setting.
"No summer in Los Angeles is complete without at least one trip to "the Bowl," an amphitheater nestled in the Hollywood Hills." Full review
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"This excellent small museum, elegantly redesigned ... a wonderful account of the Bowl's colorful past." Full review