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West Hollywood

California · United States

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  1. 1West Hollywood

    Welcome to West Hollywood, a city that pulsates with an energy quite unlike anywhere else in Southern California. Geographically nestled between the sprawling glamour of Beverly Hills and the historic cinematic landscape of…

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  2. 2The Pacific Design Center & West Hollywood Park

    Our first dedicated stop is the magnificent Pacific Design Center, a true architectural titan anchoring the West Hollywood landscape. Colloquially known as the Blue Whale, this massive complex commands attention with its striking…

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  3. 3Melrose Avenue Design District

    Stepping slightly south, we arrive at the world-renowned Melrose Avenue. This iconic stretch of pavement is arguably one of the trendiest streets in Los Angeles. …

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  4. 4Santa Monica Boulevard & The Rainbow Crosswalks

    We now turn our attention back north to the vibrant intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and San Vicente Boulevard. As you approach this bustling junction, look down at the pavement. …

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  5. 5The Heart of Boystown & Nightlife

    Continuing westward along Santa Monica Boulevard, we delve deeper into the legendary nightlife scene that makes West Hollywood world-famous. As twilight approaches, this district undergoes a spectacular transformation. …

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  6. 6The Sunset Strip - Golden Age & Comedy

    We now leave the flat basin of the boulevard and ascend into the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains to explore the mythic Sunset Strip. This winding, one-and-a-half-mile stretch of Sunset Boulevard represents an entirely…

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  7. 7The Sunset Strip - Rock 'n' Roll Legacy

    Moving further west along the Sunset Strip, the glamorous veneer of classic Hollywood gives way to the gritty, rebellious heart of American rock and roll. This cluster of venues transformed the global music industry in the…

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  8. 8The Troubadour & Musical Incubators

    Descending from the neon glare of the Sunset Strip, we arrive back on Santa Monica Boulevard, near the western border adjoining Beverly Hills. Here stands a venue that offers a stark contrast to the heavy metal thunder of the…

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  9. 9Closing

    As our journey through West Hollywood draws to a close, it is worth pausing to reflect on the remarkable density of culture, history, and raw energy contained within this compact, oddly shaped city. We have traversed a landscape…

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What is West Hollywood?

West Hollywood is a place in California · United States with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationCalifornia · United States
TypeHeritage
Story sections9
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates34.0927, -118.3709
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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