San Fernando Valley Area Attractions
At Valley Inn & Conference Center, you will have a wonderful stay with us. Our business friendly hotel is centrally located near top rated attractions in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. You'll discover warm beaches, lush parks and gardens, museums, trendy restaurants, and plenty of thrilling theme parks to keep you entertained. Join one of the many studio tours for an inside peek at the Hollywood movie making industry. From luxury shopping on Rodeo Drive to relaxing weekends at Griffith Park, the Los Angeles area has it all.
Griffith Park.
Situated in the Santa Monica Mountain range, Griffith Park is the largest municipal park with urban wilderness in the United States. Visitors will discover beautiful landscaped parkland and plenty of opportunities to swim, hike, bike, horseback ride, and play tennis or golf. Lay out on the sprawling grass and enjoy a leisure weekend afternoon picnic. Get up close to your favorite wildlife at the Los Angeles Zoo. Enjoy an outdoor concert at the Greek Theater, or visit the Griffith Observatory for stellar views of the Hollywood sign and the Los Angeles basin. For more information, visit www.laparks.org/dos/parks/griffithpk.
The Getty Center.
Located in the beautiful Santa Monica Mountains, the Getty Center is one of most spectacular architectural structures in Los Angeles. Designed by Richard Meier, the modernist stone building is home to a variety of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present including drawings, paintings, Italian sculptures and illuminated manuscripts. Don't miss the enchanting Central Garden or the knockout panorama views of the Pacific Ocean. Visit www.getty.edu for more information.
Los Angeles Zoo.
Located in Griffith Park, the Los Angeles Zoo offers a wild time out. The zoo features 1,100 mammals, birds, amphibians, and reptiles representing more than 250 species. Head to Campos Gorilla Reserve and get to know the zoo's seven western lowland gorillas or the Australia exhibit for a glimpse at cute cuddly Koalas relaxing in the sweet smelling eucalyptus. Discover gigantic komodo dragons, playful harbor seals, and the soaring Andean condor, one of the largest birds in the world. Go to www.lazoo.org for more information.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Take a stroll down Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street and discover a Los Angeles, California symbol. Founded in 1958 by E. M. Stuart, the Hollywood Walk of Fame stretches 3.5 miles and features over 2,400 names of the actors, musicians, comedians and the like who have made their mark in the Hollywood entertainment business. Search the website database to find the exact location of your favorite star or be lucky enough to catch one of the average 24 dedication ceremonies held each year. Go to www.hollywoodchamber.net for more information.
Warner Brothers VIP Studio Tour.
Tour the backlots and soundstages from your favorite movies and television shows on the Warner Brothers VIP Studio Tour. Warner Brothers emerged as a top production company through classic films like The Jazz Singer, Public Enemy and Casablanca. Today, visitors can tour 29 soundstages and a 20-acre backlot. The tour ends at the Warner Bros. Museum, where visitors are free to peruse through a selection of memorabilia and collectors items. For more information, visit www2.warnerbros.com/vipstudiotour.
Nethercutt Collection.
Take a self-guided tour of the Nethercutt Collection, located in Slymar, California. Surrounded by an opulent 1920s grand salon, visitors will discover an impressive collection of over 130 vintage, classic and antique automobiles in ready to drive condition including Cadillac, Minvera, Maybach, Renault and Isotta-Fraschini. Visitors can also see old-fashioned furniture, watches, and mechanical musical instruments. Visit http://nethercuttcollection.org for more information.
Universal Studios Hollywood.
Universal Studios Hollywood is the entertainment capital of Los Angeles. This real working movie studio and theme park features thrill rides and live entertainment themed to blockbuster flicks and TV shows. Take the plunge on Jurassic Park - The Ride, or enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the movie making industry on the Studio Tour. End your day next door, at the Universal Studios CityWalk for concerts, shopping and dining. Visit www.universalstudioshollywood.com for more information.
Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Head to Valencia, California and enjoy a day of heart pumping thrills at Six Flags Magic Mountain, a short fifteen mile drive from our Mission Hills hotel. Feel the rush of the Revolution, the first looping roller coaster ever built. Hop aboard Colossus, a classic wooden coaster, or enjoy family friendly rides like the Roaring Rapids, Tidal Wave and the Log Jammer. Go to www.sixflags.com for more information.
Santa Monica Pier.
The historic Carousel marks the spot of the popular Santa Monica Pier. Stunning ocean beaches and amusement park action collide, creating an exciting recreational playground for visitors and locals alike. Discover tasty seafood restaurants, shops, and artisanal craft stalls. At the Santa Monica Aquarium, discover aquatic exhibits like the interactive touch tank, or more observational exhibits like the Shark & Ray tank or the Rocky Reef tank. Go to www.santamonicapier.org for more information.
Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills.
Take a stroll down famous Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, California. Luxury designer labels like Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Jimmy Choo, Roberto Cavalli and Versace line this palm tree-lined stretch. Discover blocks of the latest in haute couture, mens and women's apparel, luxury accessories and home furnishings. Visit Rodeo Drive during Father's Day for the Rodeo Drive Concours D'Elegance, a spectacular free to the public classic car show. Visit www.rodeodrive-bh.com for more information.
Griffith Observatory.
The Griffith Observatory has been in existence since 1935 and has gone through a recent world-class renovation. Architects, exhibit designers, astronomy workers and more from across the world had a part in the design process for the renovation. Come visit this historical landmark that is 1,134 feet above sea level http://www.griffithobservatory.org 
