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Hollywood Studio Tours

Which are the best.

This post covers the most enjoyable movie studio tours in and around Hollywood.

With so many historic studios in the area, it might be difficult to pick just one to visit.

Taking a studio tour is one of the top things to do in LA .

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STUDIO TOURS

Interestingly enough, there are quite a few differences between the tours offered at each studio, and that should make it easier to figure out which tour best fits your expectations.

Ticket prices vary from $62 per person to literally thousands of dollars.

However, 3 of the tours, Warner Bros., Sony Pictures, and Universal Studios are included for free or at a lower cost in several tourist attraction passes. 

It's also worth noting that the length of these tours can run from roughly an hour to almost a week.

With all of that said, let's start talking about what each movie studio offers with their tours.

• Warner Bros.
• Sony Pictures
• Universal Studios
• Paramount Pictures
• Adventures by Disney: Disney Backstage

At the bottom of this post , we share some thoughts and opinions from members of our Los Angeles Travel Tips group on Facebook.

Our group comprises roughly 9,000 locals (like our tour guides), tourists, returning visitors, and newbies to LA.

You don't need to be a member to read the posts, comments, and recommendations.

WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR

Below is a summary of our post on Warner Brothers Studio tours , where we also provide tips on planning your trip.

If you're in the market for a somewhat normal tour on the backlot, this might be one of your best bets.

In addition to seeing movie sets and sound stages from some of the most notable movies in film history, you'll also have the opportunity to enjoy a few specific activities.

  While on this movie studio tour, you'll be able to re-create a famous scene from the hit television show Friends , climb aboard Harry Potter 's broomstick, and even create your own Batmobile.

Warner Bros. even offers an interactive sound stage that explores the entire process of making a film from start to finish.

At three hours in length, this tour is probably the longest duration of all of the options in Hollywood.

• $70/adult | $60/child
• Availability: Thursday - Monday
• Hours: Every half hour from 9 am - 3:30 pm
• Duration: 3 hours
• Available in both English and Spanish
• Click here for more information .

TIP: This tour is included for free with the purchase of the Go City Los Angeles Explorer Tourist Pass .

You can also combine this tour with the Universal Studios tour using the combo deal below!

With an overall score of 4.5 out of 5 stars , it's fair to say that this Hollywood studio tour is very well rated ( read reviews here ).

Some guests have gone so far as to suggest that this trip is worth every single penny.

Visitors were typically very happy with their tour guides, referring to them as both friendly and informative. 

SONY PICTURES STUDIO TOUR

This might be the most affordable movie studio tour in Hollywood, and it's also one of the most historic. Do note, that is is a walking tour.

While on this tour, you'll see the sound stages where they recorded classics such as The Wizard of Oz and superhero flicks like Spider-man .

Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to see where Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune are recorded.

Although they don't make any promises, there's always a chance that you'll run into someone famous on this active studio back lot!

They also offer a premium tour which includes transportation via golf cart, access to the Sony Museum, a free souvenir photo, a complimentary beverage, and lower prices at the Sony Studio Store.

Tickets 

• $55 per person | $150 for the Premium tour
• Availability: Monday – Friday at 10:30 am, 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm
• Duration: 2 hours

Tip: Admission is usually included for free with the purchase of at least one Los Angeles tourist pass .

With an overall score of 4 out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor, it's clear that this is a pretty popular Hollywood studio tour.

Customers really appreciated the opportunity to see several historic filming locations and learn a lot about the process of making a movie.

Although some reviewers were unhappy that this is a walking tour, others simply appreciated the opportunity to see where film history was made.

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TOUR

This is where things get interesting, as Universal Studios has essentially made their tour one of the services offered at their amusement park.

In other words, you need to buy a ticket for Universal Studios Hollywood in order to experience this studio tour.

Clocking in at only one hour in length, this is definitely the shortest studio tour available. Check out this video of Stephen Spielberg giving a tour of the site.

In addition to seeing the back lot, you'll also experience attractions such as the Jaws ride, King Kong 360 in 3D, Bates Motel and Fast & The Furious : Supercharged.

Although it will cost more to take this tour, it's worth noting that your ticket lasts all day and guarantees access to all of the rides. 

• $119-$139/adult | $109-$129/child
• Availability: Daily from 8 am - 6 pm
• Duration: 1 hour
• Click here for ticket information .

TIP:   Universal Studios Hollywood is included for free with the purchase of a tourist pass. Read about all the opportunities for deals in our full post .

Despite the higher price tag, this movie studio tour has still received quite excellent ratings ( read reviews here ). The overall Universal Studios Hollywood experience has a score of 4.7 out of 5 stars .

A few visitors have even suggested that this trip around the studio is worth the price of admission.

Although most customers feel that the ticket price is a bit high, even the critics can't deny that they had a blast. 

PARAMOUNT PICTURES STUDIO TOUR

Unlike the other movie studios, Paramount Pictures offers three different studio tours.

The main tour is 2 hours long and covers quite a lot of ground on the backlot.

However, if you want to experience more, their VIP tour lasts for 4 ½ hours and includes access to several additional areas.

The VIP tour also provides a gourmet lunch at a unique location in the studio.

Alternatively, you can also choose a 2 ½ hour night tour that reveals a lot of historic locations such as notable theaters and original film vaults.

No matter which option you choose, you'll learn a lot about the history of Paramount.

• $65 for the studio tour | $215 for the VIP tour
• Availability of Studio tour: Mon-Fri, every half hour from 9 AM - 3:30 PM
• Availability of VIP tour: Mon, Wed, Fri at 9:30 AM
• Duration of Studio tour: 2 hours
• Duration of VIP tour: 4 ½ hours
• Click here for additional information .

Reviews for the Paramount Pictures Studio tours are very positive, averaging a rating of 4 ½ out of 5 stars on TripAdvisor. 

Some visitors referred to the excursion as a movie buff's dream, while others were just impressed with how much they learned and discovered.

Some reviewers indicated that Paramount alters the tour slightly depending on the season, ensuring a nice variety of topics and locations to cover no matter when you decide to buy a ticket.

ADVENTURES BY DISNEY: DISNEY BACKSTAGE

You had to figure that Disney was going to be a little more expensive, but the actual cost of this week-long experience might shock you.

To be fair, the package includes meals and accommodation at both the Loews Hollywood Hotel and Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa.

This Disney backstage adventure includes a tour of the Walt Disney Studios & Archives, an Imagineering tour, a Hollywood walking tour, and a tour of the Jim Henson Company.

Most of these tours are only available via this week-long package. The entire itinerary takes six days to complete, and it will keep you busy with plenty of fun activities from start to finish. 

• $4,999 for Adults | $4,749 for Children
• Availability: 2-4 times per month
• Duration: 6 days
• Hotel accommodation included
• 11 Meals included
• VIP Disneyland ticket included

As you can probably imagine, the testimonials for this experience are quite positive ( read reviews here ).

Some guests even noted that they made friends with their tour guides and continue to stay in touch with them to this very day.

Additionally, customers also appreciated the opportunity to see some behind-the-scenes areas that bring the history of Walt Disney to life.

One visitor even suggested that this trip allowed them to become kids again as they explored secret and wonderful locations at the happiest place on earth.

COMBO DEALS

If you're looking for a better price on these tours and other activities in Hollywood, you might want to consider one of the following combo packages.

Studios like Warner Bros. and Universal often work with tour companies to provide their services at lower prices.

There are several options to mull over, and almost all of them provide additional tours and services.

If you plan on spending more than one day in Hollywood, these combo deals are definitely worth a look.

GO CITY LOS ANGELES ALL-INCLUSIVE PASS

There's a reason that this is one of the premier attraction passes in Los Angeles.

In addition to offering access to a variety of notable locations, they also provide admission to some studio tours.

In particular, you can enjoy the Universal Studios tour, the Warner Bros. Studio tour and (sometimes) the Sony Pictures Studio tour with one version of this pass or another.

The Warner Bros. Studio tour is currently only offered with their Explorer Pass, and you'll need to purchase at least a 3-Day All-Inclusive pass to get admission to the Universal Studios tour .

Given that this tourist pass also supplies tickets to Six Flags Magic Mountain and Knott's Berry Farm, it's fair to say that the Go City Los Angeles All-Inclusive Pass could be a real bargain.

• $109 for 1-day pass
• $164 for 2-day pass
• $284 for 3-day pass
• $344 for 4-day pass
• $374 for 5-day pass
• $434 for 7-day pass
• $99 for 2 choices
• $119 for 3 choices
• $144 for 4 choices
• $154 for 5 choices
• $189 for 7 choices
• This attraction pass is available every day of the week
• Includes up to 3 movie studio tours

Read our post comparing the different tourist attraction passes available in Los Angeles.

TRANSPORTATION COMBO PACKAGES

If you're looking for transportation to and from each movie studio tour, the following services are available.

The advantage of these combo deals is that you won't have to pay for parking, gas, or car rental in order to visit each location.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included with each package.

Take your time and enjoy the studio tour without having to worry about anything else!

• Not currently available as of January 2024

CELEBRITY HOMES TOUR COMBO PACKAGES

These combo deals provide both a celebrity home tour and a movie studio tour.

Each option includes transportation not only around Hollywood but also to and from the studios.

While some of these services use a mini-bus, others drive you around town in a luxury sedan or an SUV.

Each company offers both hotel pickup and drop-off.

Expect these outings to last for between 6-8 hours on average.

• Warner Bros. Studio Tour & Movie Star Homes Tour (Starline Tours) - $119/Adults | $99/Children
• Alternatively, we offer our own self-guided celebrity homes tour .

This might be a good way to save even more money if you don't mind doing a bit of driving around Hollywood and Beverly Hills.

TIPS FROM LOCALS AND TRAVELERS

While we provide the details of what each tour offers, costs, and other information, here you can see what members of our Los Angeles Travel Tips group on Facebook have to say.

There are plenty of fans of the Warner Brothers tour.

And some enjoyed Paramount as well.

If you have to choose only one, between Warners or Paramount, these members’ insight may help.

Universal Studios received mixed reviews. Some people felt it was a waste of time and money.

On the other hand, Issa had a fantastic time, so much so that she wrote a very long post detailing her time there and how to make the most of your visit.

Take a look at our Los Angeles Travel Tips group for more recommendations, opinions and advice.

You don't need to join to read comments, but if you do join you can post a question regarding the studios!

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Guide to Los Angeles' Studio Tours

 Universal Studios

Going on a studio tour in Los Angeles is a great way to get a behind-the-scenes look at some of your favorite TV and movie sets. As a tourgoer, you'll get to see some of the most iconic backdrops in town, from Monica's apartment on "Friends" to the RV from "Breaking Bad"—but access is limited and be aware that your favorite movie scenes might actually be just a bunch of warehouses full of lights, cables, and set pieces.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Warner Bros.' studio tour in Burbank entails both walking and riding in a cart around to working sets (although rarely are there any actors around). It's the most expensive of the studio tours, but that's because it's a bigger studio and it's also home to some of the most familiar stages like "Friends," "Big Bang Theory," the Harry Potter series, and more. There's even a working Central Perk Café on-site. The regular tour takes three hours and there's also a deluxe version that takes six hours.

Paramount Studio Tour

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Two-hour cart tours of the studio behind the famous Paramount Arches are offered several times a day. Here, you'll see the Bronson Gate, the New York Street Backlot (which is designed to look like NYC), and the Prop Warehouse. You might recognize things from "Forrest Gump" and "I Love Lucy." The VIP Paramount Studio Tour includes a gourmet lunch and talks with archivists and last four hours, 30 minutes long.

Sony Pictures Studios Tour

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The two-hour guided walking tour of Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City includes photo opportunities on the "Jeopardy" set and in front of the mobile meth lab from "Breaking Bad." Tours are offered four times a day Monday through Friday, but they can get very busy—probably because this is one of the cheapest studio tours in town—so it's recommended to make a reservation beforehand.

Universal Studios Tour

Universal Studios Tours are unique in that they're actually part of the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park . You'll have to pay theme park prices to take the tram tour, which includes special effects sets so you get to experience earthquakes, floods, car crashes, "King Kong" in 3D, and a "Fast and the Furious" simulation along the way. You'll also get to see outdoor backlot sets that have been used in TV shows and famous movies like "Psycho" and "War of the Worlds." The route is ever-changing depending on which sets are in use.

Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio & Museum

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Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio in Newhall, north of Los Angeles, is a working set for everything from westerns to war movies. Its museum houses nine decades of movie memorabilia, including the famous "Dukes of Hazard" car. Tours of the 22-acre lot are only available for groups, but if you come in April, you might be able to attend the annual Cowboy Festival  (that is if it doesn't get relocated due to filming).

Paramount Ranch

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In addition to the Paramount Studio Tour, you can also visit Paramount Ranch , located in the Santa Monica Mountains. This old western movie set was built back in 1927 and operated for 25 years. After that, it changed hands numerous times, until the National Park Service finally took it over. It is still available for use as a film set or for weddings, but it's open to the public, so you can sometimes watch filming from afar. The ranch is a hub for surrounding hiking and equestrian trails. Best of all, it's free to visit. 

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Which Is The Best Hollywood Studio Tour For You?

Posted on Published: June 29, 2019  - Last updated: February 26, 2024

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There are four major Hollywood studio tours that you can go on in and around Los Angeles : Warners Bros., Sony, Paramount, and Universal Studio Tours.

It’s really not necessary to do all of them , especially on the same trip. There’s quite a bit of overlap between each studio tour, and the ticket prices can really add up.

Throughout my visits to California, I’ve managed to visit all 4 Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles (and some more than once!).

Here’s my in-depth reviews of all the major Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles. This is what to expect from each one so you can decide which is the best studio tour in los Angeles for you!

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Why Should You Go On A Hollywood Studio Tour?

Hollywood Studio Tours in Los Angeles are a great way to gain an “ all-access” pass to the biggest backstage lots in California .

They give you a chance to go behind the scenes on some of your favourite movies and TV shows.

You’ll get to see the sets and props, and learn about the magic of making movies. And, if you’re lucky, you might get the chance to either see a live film set or a celebrity at work . 

Let’s just say, visit a movie set is a quintessential Los Angeles activity … p.s. see my L.A. guide here .

Which Is The Best Hollywood Studio Tour For You ?

The best Hollywood studio tour for you will depend on three main factors :

• Your favourite films and TV shows

The studio tours vary in budget and tour length. The price ranges between $55 to $110 / ticket . And the tour can last anywhere between one to three hours .

But your favourite movies and TV shows are the most important factor when deciding which studio tour in Los Angeles to go to. If you haven’t watched anything the studio has produced, you’ll be less interested in what you’re seeing and learning about.

Best Studio Tours In LA: Overview

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Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour

Universal Studios is a bit of a unique studio tour in Los Angeles. The studio tour can only be accessed if you buy a ticket to the entire theme park .

This also puts the studio tour at a much higher price point compared to the others around Los Angles. But, on the other hand, it is an ENTIRE day of activities instead of a few hours.

The tour itself is only 60 minutes but there are no shortage of other rides and shows to see once you’re in the park.

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Total Time : 1 hour (not including wait time in line) Admission : $109 -$119* (includes access to the entire park, price varies depending on the season) Book Tickets for Universal Studios Hollywood . Parking : Starts at $32* (General Parking)

*Updated January 2024

Movies Referred To/ Filmed Here:

You should check out this Hollywood studio tour if you’re a fan of…

• Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas
• Jurassic Park
• Fast and the Furious
• Jordan Peele’s horror epic, NOPE

Pros Of The Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour

You are on the LARGEST film and TV studio in Hollywood and the world! You get to drive by some of the most iconic sets in all movie history.

You drive-by the sound stages, new and old sets.

But this is still a ride in a theme park so they’ve added some more ride-like adventure elements to make things more exciting, unlike any other Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles.

At times you feel like you’re in the movie rather than just seeing where one was filmed!

And it’s not all for show either, they do still use these sets to film. In fact, this was the only Hollywood studio tour where I caught a live taping , so it’s still possible to see!

One thing’s certain though, you won’t be bored for a second on this tour even if you don’t happen to see an active film set during your tour. 

P.S. Make the most of your time at Universal Studios and book an Express Line ticket through Viator here . It gives you one-time express access to each ride, show, and attraction at the park !

Cons Of The Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour

It’s the least personal studio tour in Los Angeles. You’re on a tram the entire time for 60 minutes straight, with about 30 other people!

As I said, this tour is sometimes more of a ride than a studio tour (so it’s both a pro and a con!).

At times, the tour felt very streamlined , because most of it is. You still have a guide, but he’s following a script on a set path so it’s the same tour every time (unlike the others which have a bit more variance based on your guide).

The tram is on a set course and there are timed animatronics and effects throughout the tour.

Value For Money – Movie Location Los Angeles

I will admit, you get pretty good value for your money with your tickets to Universal studios. But that’s only if you wanted to visit the theme park.

If you were already planning on visiting Universal Studios Hollywood, then the studio tour is a must-do ride! 

But if you don’t like theme parks, and your only interest is the Hollywood studio tour, I wouldn’t recommend paying for the entire theme park just for the tour.

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Logistics: What To Know Before You Go

A tram leaves about every 30 minutes for the Universal Studios Hollywood studio tour so the line builds up pretty quickly. I’d prioritize this as one of your first rides of the day.

As I said, don’t expect reality with this one, they do show you real sets but it’s also still a ride. So you’ll get a lot of gimmicky routines created specifically for this tour. 

Also, some advance warning, you might get wet at certain points during the ride. If you’d prefer to not get wet, try to sit in the middle of the row.

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour

Warner Bros. Studio is actually in Burbank California , but it’s close enough to Los Angeles.

Warner Bros. studio tour takes you on a tram around different parts of the studio, with only around 12 guests at a time on the tour.

So unlike Universal Studios Hollywood studio tour, it’s a lot more personal and you’re only on the tram to get from place to place (because their lot is HUGE!).

You drive by sound stages and countless outdoor sets. But you’ll get off and walk around a bit, even walking in some sets if you’re lucky. So you should be prepared for some walking on this studio tour in Los Angeles!

Total Time : ~3 hours (1 hour guided, 2 hours unguided). Leaves every 30 minutes from 9:30 to 3:30 Admission : 70$* Parking : 15$* Website

What Was Filmed Here (Sets You Might See!)

Check out this Hollywood studio tour if you’re a fan of…

• Harry Potter
• Gilmore Girls
• Back to the Future
• The Big Bang Theory
• Pretty Little Liars

So Much More Than A Studio Tour

Over the years, the Warner Bros. studio tour has grown. It’s no longer just a backlot tour, now, that’s just one part of it…

Museums, Props, Sets, & Photo Ops At Warner Bros. Studio

Tickets to the Warner Bros. studio tour also includes interactive museums where you’ll want to take all the pictures you can!

You can interact with different sets from your favourite movies and TV sets, like Friends, the Big Bang Theory and Harry Potter! on the magic of movies, costume

There’s also an entire exhibit on the DC universe with all superheroe and villain props. They have Aquaman’s lair, Wonder Woman’s study, Superman’s office, and the Batman’s bat cave.

And finally they have an in-depth exhibit on all things filmmaking. Staring with the writing process and finishing with the special effects of movie making.

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Pros Of The Warner Bros. Studio Tour

They are constantly updating the Warner Bros. studio tour – that means you can even go back the next time you’re in Los Angeles, I’ve already gone back twice!

There was some over lap with the sets and information, but very little. A lot had been updated and added to the tour. And I’ve already noticed that they’ve added a lot more content since I’ve gone!

Also, the guided portion of the tour will rarely be the same. For starters, where you go will all depend on what they’re filming at the time. So not only can it change over the years, but it can change within the hour!

It’s also a very personal tour with only being 12 people on the tram. You can also all your questions about movie magic!

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Cons Of The Warner Bros. Studio Tour

With all the new additions to the tour every year, I’ve noticed the guided portion has become less and less…

The guided tour portion is only hour , and then two hours are a self guided tour through the museums.

But it’s the guided portion of the tour that’s always fresh and what brings me back! I’m a bit disappointed that the museums seem to have taken over the tour now, making the tour a bit more gimmicky and less about touring real sets and sound stages…

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Bring government I.D. when you visit, and make sure to arrive early!

You have to go through security and there might be a lineup. They suggest arriving 30 minutes in advance.

Don’t worry about getting lost on your way to the studios (if you’re driving there)! I followed the instructions we were given on how to get to the visitor’s centre, but my GPS brought me to the wrong gate. No need to panic if this happens to you too! The patrol was very understanding (I’m sure this happens all the time) and told us exactly where to go.

If you’re driving, there’s a parking lot across the street from the visitor’s centre (paid, of course). The studio is in a pretty secluded area, but there’s a Starbucks in the visitor’s centre .

You can book Warner Brothers Studio tour tickets in advance on Viator here .

Paramount Pictures Hollywood Studio Tour

Paramount Pictures is really interesting because it’s the last Hollywood studio still in Hollywood (well in Los Angeles). 

So it’s only about a 15-minute drive from Hollywood Blvd. FYI, Warner is in Burbank, and Sony is in Culver City.

It was very similar to Warner Bros. Hollywood studio tour in terms of the scale of the studio. They have several sound stages, a water tank, and a totally customizable New York set.

Like the other Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles, there’s a museum portion of the tour with props. Paramount Pictures one had a lot of “ unwanted ” props (those that could only be used once for the film they were designed for).

There was A LOT of props from the Transformers franchise, but there were also Star Trek, Gladiator, and Dream Girls props.

Time : 2 hours * They leave every 30 minutes from 9:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Admission : 65$* Parking : $22 – (used to be cash only)* Website

What Was/ Is Filmed Here

• The Godfather
• OG King Kong (In Set 19)
• Breakfast at Tiffanys
• Forrest Gump

Pros Of Paramount Pictures Studio Tour In Los Angeles

The best part about the Paramount Pictures Hollywood studio tour tour was the small size of the group. There’s a max of 7 people on the tour (you’re in an 8 seater golf cart).

The tour also provided earphones to be able to perfectly hear your tour guide at all times, so they didn’t have to shout at you! There can be a lot going on on sets with a lot of noises, so the earphones were definitely appreciated.

I also liked that they provided visuals for what you were looking at during the tour. Our tour guide carried around an iPad showing examples of what a specific set was used for over the years. So instead of looking at a giant green screen, they showed us how that green screen was used in different films.

Cons Of Paramount Pictures Studio Tour

Paramount Pictures studio tour taught me a few things about Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles…

First, the quality of the tour really depends on your tour guide – they can make or break your visit. And unfortunately, you won’t really know who you’re going to get beforehand.

Unfortunately for me, my tour guide at Paramount Pictures wasn’t the best. There’s so much history to this Hollywood studio that I ended up lost most of the time because I didn’t know who or what he was referring to, I guess the references were also a bit ahead of my time…

Paramount Studio tour also really showed me how important it is to have seen (or at least heard of) the films or shows the studio produced. 

So if you’re a fan of classics like I Love Lucy, Alfred Hitchcock, or the original King Kong then Paramount Pictures studio tour is a must for you!

For me, Paramount Pictures studio tour was a bit of a mixed bag. I really see the potential of this tour though, but I think you have to be a really big movie buff to enjoy Paramount Pictures studio tour.

The visitor parking is across the street from the main gates. Be wary of the address on Google Maps, it brought me to the wrong gate.

When I visited, parking was cash only, so it’s always good to be prepared. There’s an ATM you can use at the end of the tour if you need (apparently no one does cash back in the area…).

Like the other tours, you have to show I.D. and go through security, so they ask you to arrive 30 minutes before your tour . But, in case there’s no wait at all, there’s a mini-exhibit you can visit to pass the time before your tour starts. 

Make sure to bring water and food, there’s really not much in the area. But drinks aren’t allowed on the tour itself, so leave it in the car!

SONY Studio Hollywood Tour

SONY Hollywood studio tour ended up being my favourite studio tour . We were only about 5 people on this tour, so it was very personal. But I don’t know if this was the max, or that fewer people happened to sign up for it.  

I know online there are 25 spots per time slot. I don’t know if that’s the typical tour size on a busier day, or if they would always split you up into smaller groups once you get there.

There are famous cars on display from movies and shows (like Breaking Bad and Ghostbusters). They also have a prop museum at the start of the tour. There’s even an Oscar and an Emmy award you can see (and even hold!). 

Time : 2 hours * Leaves 4 times a day: 9:30, 10:30, 1:30 and 2:30. Admission : 55$* Parking : Free Valet Website

What Was Filmed Here

• Breaking Bad
• Wheel of Fortune
• Ghostbusters
• The Goldbergs

Pros Of The SONY Studio Tour

SONY is a MUCH smaller studio than the other three Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles. That means you don’t even need a tram to get around, we walked everywhere (so you should also be prepared to walk!). This made it easier to take appreciate it all and take pictures!

I also absolutely loved our tour guide, he was by far my favourite out of all the ones we had on any tour. It didn’t seem like he simply memorized a script. It was as if he lived and breathed SONY and films in general. I would’ve believed it if he’d told us he grew up on set.

We also got the chance to walk on to a sound stage from one of my favourite TV Shows – The Goldbergs. And our guide brought us onto a working foley stage (where they create extra sounds for movies). 

If a sound or foley stage isn’t available to see, you are guaranteed to see either the Wheel of Fortune or Jeopardy set . They film on opposite days, so you’ll always be able to see one of them.

But the best perk of all is… You get your picture taken on the set of either Jeopardy or Wheel of Fortune, which they’ll print out and give to you as a souvenir… FREE OF CHARGE! ! Seriously when is anything ever free these days…

Cons Of The SONY Hollywood Studio Tour

As I mentioned, there’s no tram for the SONY Hollywood studio tour. Although the studio isn’t as large as the others, you have to be prepared to walk quite a bit.

Another sort of pro and con is that it’s 80 % outdoors . So you really want to go when it’s decent weather. And be prepared to be in the sun!

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Value For Money – Hollywood Studio Tours In Los Angeles

I think you get a lot of value for your money at SONY studio tour. It’s the cheapest out of any of the Hollywood studio tours in Los Angeles and they give you some nice freebies (like parking and a photo souvenir!).

The scale of the studio might be smaller than the other three major studios, but there’s still a lot to see. And despite the lack of big blockbuster sets, they make up for it in different ways (like seeing the inside of a game show set, and a foley stage).

Like Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures studio tours, they ask that you arrive 30 minutes early to go through security. 

If you drive there, they offer FREE valet parking in the Overland lot. 

The studio is very much out of the way, so plan your meals and snacks in advance. All they had at the studio was a vending machine .

Don’t expect to see large outdoor sets like from Warner Bros. or Paramount, SONY is a lot smaller, so most of their sets are on sound stages. So if you’re interested in the big New York outdoor sets, SONY isn’t for you!

Overview, What’s The Best Studio Tour In Los Angeles?

Like I said before, Universal Studios is the most expensive, but you do get an entire days worth of activities. But if your intent is to learn about movie magic, the other three are better choices. 

If you have time for more than one, you don’t need to see both Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures. There’s quite a bit of overlap between the two. Instead, choose one of those, and then either Universal or SONY as your second option.

P.S. Need A Place To Stay In L.A.? Hotel Recommendations

Finding a place to stay in Los Angeles can be quite overwhelming – it’s HUGE!

I stayed at the Sofitel and would highly recommend it. It was in a safe area, and across the street from the Beverly Hills mall (which proved to be very convenient). It was also within walking distance to some local restaurants you need to try – like the Kings Road Cafe! See room rates & availability here .

If you want to stay on the beach outside of the city life instead, we stayed at The Georgian in Santa Monica and couldn’t recommend it enough! It’s only about a 25 minute drive from the city. This was a beautiful art deco hotel that is begging you to go there! It’s a minutes walk to the beach, Santa Monica Pier, and the Third Street Promenade. See room rates & availability here .

For more accommodation options in Los Angeles, click here . Interested in longer stays in L.A. check out Plum Guide here .

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Tuesday 26th of September 2023

You've gotten me excited about my next trip to Los Angeles. I've done the Universal tour and the Warner Bros tour, so I may do what you suggested and do Paramount and Sony next.

You're right about Universal's tour being more of a ride from what I remember. However, it was cool to see sets from The Good Place, Jaws, and Psycho. Being on the tram the whole time was a little different, and my experience was a bit thrown off because I hadn't expected Universal, CA to have such similar rides to Universal, FL, and I loved how Universal, FL made it really seem like you were on a set walking through various cities. Definitely not the same as CA. I think I was there for about 2 hours and was done. The weather was weird where it was kindof warm at first, but then turned super cold while I was in line for a ride, so I was done sooner than I expected.

I absolutely loved the Warner Bros tour. The guide was super nice and knowledgeable. I almost died when I saw the Gilmore Girl house and Luke's Diner. Of course I took pictures at the Central Perk. To me, the prop museum was a tad boring, but still overall decent. The tour was partially walking and partially riding. There were so many moments where I was like...."this looks familiar" and had to think of where the set had been used. Super cool. I highly recommend it.

Wednesday 27th of September 2023

That's awesome!! Definitely I enjoyed that the Warners brothers was mixed with walking and a tram ride you were able to get so much further that way - and the lot is HUGE! It really is cool seeing sets from your favourite TV shows and movies! I really liked the SONY tour but it was definitely a lot smaller than Warner bros!

Sunday 19th of February 2023

Hi Meghan, great article. Easy to read and allowed me to choose the studio we should visit in the short time we will be in L.A. Thanks you.

Monday 20th of February 2023

That's awesome to hear! Glad I could help :D :D

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Monday 1st of July 2019

Wow what a great list of tours to choose from! I personally don't like these types of things however I think your post will be super useful for those who do!

Thanks! I hope it will be :)

I’ve done the Universal tour but it was like 20 yrs ago! I really want to go back and do all these studio tours. I’m film mad me 😃💕

Oh wow, you really should I'm sure a lot has changed since then. It's a movie geeks dream :)

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The 5 Best Hobbiton Movie Set Tours [2024 Reviews]

If you’ve ever wanted to literally step into the enchanting universe of J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved masterpieces, “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings”, this is your chance.

Tucked right into the picturesque countryside of New Zealand’s North Island, this iconic film location is one of the most beautiful immersive experiences out there!

With these top Hobbiton movie set tours, you’ll be transported right into the midst of it all with behind-the-scenes looks at the magic.

Each one includes an expert guide to share all kinds of anecdotes and insider trivia while you wander the Hobbiton pathways. Let’s jump right in!

Best Hobbiton Movie Set Tours

Quick answer: the 5 best rated hobbiton movie set tours for 2024.

• Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland
• Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest
• Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland
• Hobbiton Movie Set Day Tour From Auckland
• Waitomo & Hobbiton Guided Tour Departing Auckland

Hobbiton Movie Set Tour Reviews

1. hobbiton movie set and waitomo glowworm caves guided day trip from auckland.

• Duration: 11 hours
• Departure:  Hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Departure Time: 6:30 AM
• Includes:  Small-group tour (11-16), Light Kiwi café-style lunch, Local driver/guide

If you have the entire day free, I can’t recommend this first tour enough if you’re looking to see some of the most breathtaking scenery along with the Hobbiton movie set!

The Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland  is a small group experience limited to just 14 people so a personalized experience is guaranteed.

With professional guides who are attentive, knowledgeable, and entertaining, you’ll be able to benefit from insider info and be able to share all kinds of fun facts with your friends next time you sit down for a movie marathon!

This tour starts off early in the morning to take full advantage of the day, with a convenient hotel pickup so you don’t have to worry about arriving to any meeting places on time.

Our guide was also our driver, who did a great job at maneuvering safely while telling us all kinds of cool stories about the surrounding area and films. The Bombay Hills and Hauraki Plains were gorgeous, and the beautiful scenery seemed to make the trip out to “the Shire” quite fast!

Once we arrived to the Shire, we took a guided tour of the movie set, where they pointed out all kinds of notable scenes from LOTR and The Hobbit films, learning how they created Middle-earth.

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The Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and the Green Dragon Inn were so cool to see (and so much fun enjoying a drink at the latter!). We then relaxed and enjoyed a delicious Kiwi-style lunch with the rest of our small group before heading underground to the renowned Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

The caves really feel like you’ve entered another planet, with an eerie blue glow illuminating the path as we glided through the cave by boat while learning about the geology and cultural history from a guide.

We then got out and were able to venture around Cathedral Cave, which had fascinating acoustic qualities and was a great opportunity to take photos.

Combine all that sightseeing with great stories from our guides, and it was a super memorable experience that I’d love to do again!

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100% refund for cancellations within 24 hours of tour experience, 2. hobbiton™ movie set walking tour from shires rest.

• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Departure: Hobbiton Movie Set, 501 Buckland Road Matamata, Hinuera
• Departure Time: 8:40, 9:40 or 10:40 AM
• Includes:  Driver/guide, professional guide, shuttle services n the grounds, alcoholic beverages

The Waikato region of New Zealand is known for both its overground and underground natural wonders, but did you know that in its very center is where Middle-earth comes to life?

The Shire always seemed like such a cozy, charming place, and I had no idea you could actually visit it on a tour like this one! The Hobbiton Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest  is just the ticket, taking you right into the lush pastures that we all know and fell in love with through the screen!

This is undoubtedly the best tour to take if you don’t have much time and need to cram a tour into your busy schedule!

Clocking in at around 2 hours and 30 minutes, it was shocking to me just how much we were able to see and learn in this brief excursion! To further help save some time, instead of offering hotel pickup and drop-off, everyone is in charge of arriving at the meeting point beforehand.

Due to the shorter tour time along with the captivating personalities and stories told by the guides, I’d highly recommend this one for the entire family.

The kids on our tour seemed to have just as much fun as us, and with the contagious enthusiasm within our group it was easy to see why.

Upon arrival to the massive 12-acre movie set, we received a briefing and our guide took us through Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and the infamous Green Dragon Inn!

At the Green Dragon Inn, we were given an included Hobbit Southfarthing drink which was a great way to compliment the already-amazing tour.

If all you want to do is go to the legendary movie set and see the different locations, this is the tour for you. It’s concise and to the point, but it definitely doesn’t go easy on fun, excitement, and learning opportunities!

3. Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland

• Duration:  12 hours
• Departure: 72 Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland or hotel pickup and drop-off
• Departure Time: 6:00 AM
• Includes:  Small Group and Fully Guided Tour, Bottled water, Snacks, Entry Tickets

If you’d like to knock two of the most popular attractions in New Zealand off your list in one go, do I have an adventure for you!

The Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour from Auckland  is a recipe for an unforgettable journey that seamlessly melds both manmade and natural beauty.

From lush farmland to hidden underground caverns, this may be an all-day tour but there’s not even a moment to think about being bored.

For this tour, you’ll have the option of either utilizing the meetup point or opting for your guide to pick you and your party up from your hotel. I always prefer the latter – especially in New Zealand, as the weather can be quite fickle and can change rapidly depending on the environment.

Once we were picked up, we headed straight into the picturesque countryside, catching glimpses of rural life and incredible natural scenery along the route.

Once we arrived to the Hobbiton movie set, it really felt like the movies were being brought to life before our very eyes with the attention to detail and knowledgeable guides.

We learned all kinds of interesting behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the making of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit film trilogies.

Our small group size made it easy to ask our guides questions and interact more with them, further enriching the experience.

After Hobbiton, the adventure doesn’t stop as we continued on to the Waitomo Caves, known around the world for their incredible limestone formations and bioluminescent glowworms.

We hopped on a guided boat tour through the labyrinthine caves, which felt like some sort of Disney ride come to life with the blue illumination and eerie silence.

It sure is a lot of learning and sightseeing, but if you’re on the hunt for a unique and thrilling time, this is one of the best out there.

4. Hobbiton Movie Set Day Tour From Auckland

• Duration:  8 hours
• Includes:  All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, WiFi on board, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Despite this tour lasting 8 hours, I felt like thanks to the fun, the different scenery, and professional guides, this tour just  flew  by!

The Hobbiton Movie Set Day Tour from Auckland  is perfect if you don’t want to go on one of the longer tours on this guide, but still want to explore a bit more than what the shortest ones offer.

This 8-hour tour is a real treat for any fan of the LOTR or The Hobbit trilogies – and really anyone who’d like to learn more about New Zealand’s natural scenery!

I loved that the hotel pickup and drop-off was included, as I wanted to bring along some more comfortable walking shoes and warmer clothing. I was able to do so much easier, as I could just leave everything on the bus without worrying about something happening to it.

Our driver was super professional and did a great job telling us cool facts and funny anecdotes as we cruised along in our comfortable, air-conditioned minivan with wi-fi on board.

As our van approached the charming farmland, they turned on videos and music from the movies, which really did feel like such a magical moment.

This tour really stood out to me in particular, due to the evident attention to detail each staff member placed on ensuring we had a memorable time.

When we hopped off the van, we got to take a look around the Hobbiton Gift Shop or grab some food at the Shire’s Rest Cafe (their coffee is also splendid) before starting our guided tour of the Hobbiton film set.

As we ventured through the set, we strolled around the village while listening to the exciting behind the scenes stories, on-set mishaps, and so much more.

Aside from seeing the Mill, Double-Arched Bridge, and Hobbit Holes, we even got to check out the newly-furnished rooms, which was a pleasant surprise! There was no better way to follow all that up than with a delicious drink at the Green Dragon Inn!

5. Waitomo & Hobbiton Guided Tour Departing Auckland

• Departure Time: 7:45 AM
• Includes:  Transport by luxury coach, lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle

Last, but certainly not least, is the Waitomo & Hobbiton Guided Tour departing Auckland , which is one of the longest of any on this guide. It’s also one of the most convenient, with seemingly everything you can ever think of included in this package.

If you’re looking for one of the most “complete” Hobbiton and New Zealand wilderness adventures, look no further than right here!

The tour starts off early in the morning with a complimentary hotel pickup with a luxury coach complete with wi-fi, big windows for prime viewing, and lots of leg room.

As we drove along the winding roads and watched the beautiful scenery pass by, our guide regaled us with some fun anecdotes, interesting stories about the local landscapes, history, and much more.

I was already super excited, but it went through the roof when I finally saw we were pulling up to the movie set!

The lush, rural farmland is breathtaking, and I can absolutely see why the directors and producers decided on this hidden place near the town of Matamata.

It was incredible just how much detail was put into each film location, and the guided tour offered even more insight into everything required to pull it off. We got to see Hobbit Holes, the Mill, and the Green Dragon Inn, taking photos at each!

After that, we hopped back on the coach for a short ride over to the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where we went on a 45-minute guided tour through the amazing underground cave system!

We learned all about stalactites and stalagmites (and the differences between the two) along with the bioluminescent glowworms, and so much more! While I was definitely tired by the time I got back to my hotel, it was more than worth it!

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The Hobbiton Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland is our Editors Choice for the best Hobbiton Movie Set tour

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Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” concert film premiered in October to an enthusiastic crowd of celebrities, fans and of course Taylor’s team, with the star of the film in attendance. As one of the first to see the film, TheWrap got the scoop on which songs from the wildly popular tour made the film, and which songs were cut.

After making speeches in multiple auditoriums for separate audiences, Swift, clad in a sky blue floral-patterned dress (probably in theme for “1989 (Taylor’s Version) with her hair pinned up like the signature bob she had when that album first came out), sat back to enjoy the film’s premiere in one of the IMAX screening rooms with her background vocalists and publicist Tree Paine.

The documentary runs 2 hours and 48 minutes, slightly shorter than Swift’s three-hour setlist and performance, which she has brought to 17 of the United States so far in addition to Mexico. The European leg will kick off in November, with Swift returning for 15 more U.S. shows in October and November of 2024. And now you can rent “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” on digital to watch at home. Read on for the 41 songs that made the cut to truly represent all 10 of Swift’s eras.

Now that the film is heading exclusively to Disney+ for streaming , additional acoustic surprise songs will make it into the film, all of which were filmed during the Los Angeles SoFi shows.

Here are all the songs in “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour”:

Lover (5 songs)

• “Miss Americana & the Heartbreak Prince”
• “Cruel Summer”
• “You Need to Calm Down”

Fearless (3 songs)

• “You Belong With Me”
• “Love Story”

Evermore (4 songs)

• “Champagne Problems”
• “Tolerate It”

Reputation (4 songs)

• “Ready for It”
• “Don’t Blame Me”
• “Look What You Made Me Do”

Speak Now (1 Song)

• “Enchanted”

Red (4 Songs)

• “We Are Never Getting Back Together”
• “I Knew You Were Trouble”
• “All Too Well (10-Minute Version)”

Folklore (6 Songs)

• “Last Great American Dynasty”
• “Illicit Affairs”
• “My Tears Ricochet”

1989 (4 Songs)

• “Blank Space”
• “Shake It Off”
• “Bad Blood”

Surprise (1 Guitar & 1 Piano)

• “Our Song” (Guitar)
• “You’re on Your Own Kid” (Piano)

Midnights (7 Songs)

• “Lavender Haze”
• “Anti-Hero”
• “Midnight Rain”
• “Vigilante Shit”
• “Bejeweled”
• “Mastermind”

* “Long Live (Taylor’s Version)” plays in the credits.

Songs From the Concert That Aren’t in the Film

• “The Archer”
• “Tis the Damn Season” which was later swapped for “No Body No Crime (Feat. Haim)”
• “Invisible String”
• “Cardigan” *
• “Wildest Dreams”

* “Cardigan” will be included in the version of the film that arrives on Disney+.

Surprise Songs Filmed (in Los Angeles at SoFi Stadium)

• “I Can See You”
• “You Are in Love”
• “Death by a Thousand Cuts”
• “You’re on Your Own Kid”

Songs Added Back Into the “Eras Tour” Film for the Digital Release

• “Long Live”

4 Secret Song in “Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Taylor’s Version)” on Disney+

• “Maroon” from “Midnights”
• “Death By a Thousand Cuts” from “Lover”
• “You Are in Love (Taylor’s Version)” from “1989 (Taylor’s Version)”
• “I Can See You (Taylor’s Version)” from “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)”

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The 'Born Pink' tour movie by BLACKPINK is set for a July release

Y G Entertainment has just dropped exciting news for BLACKPINK fans. A special concert movie, capturing the final show of BLACKPINK’s record-breaking ‘BORN PINK’ World Tour, will hit theaters on July 31. This release marks a celebration of BLACKPINK’s eighth anniversary as a group.

Titled "Blackpink World Tour [Born Pink] In Cinemas," the film will be available in over 110 countries, giving fans worldwide a chance to relive the magic. Tickets go on sale globally starting June 27, with South Korea joining the sale on July 17.

The ‘BORN PINK’ tour, a monumental event in BLACKPINK’s career, featured exclusive performances and unique renditions of their biggest hits. Drawing an impressive 1.8 million fans, the tour spanned 34 cities around the globe. Among its highlights was BLACKPINK’s historic Coachella performance, where they became the first K-pop group to headline the iconic festival. This tour not only set attendance records but also made history as the highest-grossing tour by any Asian group and any female group.

For BLINKs, the movie offers a perfect way to celebrate the group's journey and witness their explosive stage presence once more. Don't miss your chance to experience BLACKPINK’s unparalleled energy and artistry on the big screen!

About BLACKPINK BLACKPINK debuted in August 2016 with Square One, featuring "Whistle" and "BOOMBAYAH," both of which topped South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart and the US Billboard World Digital Songs chart, respectively. Their follow-up, Square Two, released in November, included "Playing with Fire," the first song by a Korean girl group to enter the Billboard Canadian Hot 100.

The group's international influence grew with "DDU-DU DDU-DU" (2018), the first song by a Korean female group to enter the UK Singles Chart and earn RIAA certification. Its music video became the first by a Korean group to surpass one and two billion views on YouTube and remains the most-viewed by a Korean group. Their videos for "Kill This Love" (2019) and "How You Like That" (2020) also set records for the most views within the first 24 hours of release, with "How You Like That" breaking five Guinness World Records.

BLACKPINK is the highest-charting female Korean act on the US Billboard Hot 100, reaching number 13 with "Ice Cream" (2020), and the US Billboard 200, where they peaked at number one with Born Pink (2022). Their studio albums, The Album (2020) and Born Pink, each became the best-selling female albums in South Korea, the latter being the first to surpass two million copies sold. Born Pink also made history by being the first album by a girl group to top the Billboard 200 since 2008 and the UK Albums Chart, setting two Guinness World Records. Its lead single "Pink Venom" (2022) was the first song by a Korean group to top Australia's ARIA Singles Chart and the first by a girl group to top the Billboard Global 200.

BLACKPINK's continuous trailblazing cements their status as a global powerhouse in the music industry, inspiring fans and setting new standards in K-pop.

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Jelly Roll adds 15 more stops to fall tour

(Gray News) – Jelly Roll has just added 15 more stops to the Beautifully Broken Tour , expanding the tour now to 52 U.S. cities.

The country music star announced the new dates on Wednesday.

Jelly Roll also announced new opening acts for select dates, including ERNEST, Shaboozey, and Allie Colleen.

Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay were previously announced as opening acts for other dates.

The tour kicks off in Salt Lake City on Aug. 27 and now ends in Jacksonville, Florida, on Nov. 23.

Here is the full list of tour dates (dates in bold are newly added):

Aug. 27 – Salt Lake City, UT – Delta Center

Aug. 28 – Nampa, ID – Ford Idaho Center

Aug. 30 – Spokane, WA – Spokane Arena

Aug. 31 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena

Sept. 1 – Portland, OR – Moda Center

Sept. 3 – San Jose, CA – SAP Center

Sept. 4 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center

Sept. 6 – Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena

Sept. 7 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center

Sept. 9 – El Paso, TX – Don Haskins Center

Sept. 11 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank Center

Sept. 13 – Lafayette, LA – CAJUNDOME

Sept. 14 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center

Sept. 17 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center

Sept. 19 – Charleston, SC – North Charleston Coliseum

Sept. 20 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

Sept. 21 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena

Sept. 24 – Albany, NY – MVP Arena

Sept. 26 – Boston, MA – TD Garden

Sept. 27 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden

Sept. 28 – Belmont Park, NY – UBS Arena

Sept. 29 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center

Oct. 1 – State College, PA – Bryce Jordan Center

Oct. 2 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center

Oct. 5 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena

Oct. 6 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center

Oct. 9 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena

Oct. 11 – Chicago, IL – United Center

Oct. 12 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center

Oct. 15 – Wichita, KS – INTRUST Bank Arena

Oct. 16 – Springfield, MO – Great Southern Bank Arena

Oct. 18 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center

Oct. 20 – Bossier City, LA – Brookshire Grocery Arena

Oct. 22 – Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena

Oct. 23 – St Louis, MO – Enterprise Center

Oct. 25 – Knoxville, TN – Food City Center

Oct. 26 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

Oct. 27 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center

Oct. 30 – Charlottesville, VA – John Paul Jones Arena

Nov. 1 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum

Nov. 4 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center

Nov. 7 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Nov. 8 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena

Nov. 10 – Evansville, IN – Ford Center

Nov. 12 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center Arena

Nov. 13 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center

Nov. 14 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center

Nov. 17 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center

Nov. 18 – Corpus Christi, TX – American Bank Center Selena Auditorium

Nov. 19 – Austin, TX – Moody Center

Nov. 22 – Columbia, SC – Colonial Life Arena

Nov. 23 – Jacksonville, FL – VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena

Presale for the new dates starts June 28 at 10 a.m. local time. Fans can sign up for the presale at Jelly Roll’s website here .

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Korean Actor Wi Ha-Joon 2024 Asia Fan Meeting Tour Schedule

By Varsha Narayanan

Popular South Korean actor Wi Ha-Joon is all set to embark on his 2024 Asia Fan Meeting Tour “A Wively Day” in August 2024. The actor, who currently stars in The Midnight Romance in Hagwon, will meet his fans in six cities across the world. Wi Ha-Joon has established his popularity in the past few years by appearing in many successful K-dramas. His acting skills and versatile roles have etched his place in viewers’ hearts.

Wi Ha-Joon earned his first lead romance role in The Midnight Romance in Hagwon . He stars opposite Jung Ryeo-Won, with the two having solid chemistry in the series. The actor’s fan meeting tour will begin in Seoul and travel to five more cities, including Tokyo and Osaka. Check out more details on the dates and cities of the fan meeting tour below. 

Wi Ha-Joon fan meeting 2024: Dates & Cities

WI HA JUN 2024 FAN MEETING TOUR <? ?????? ???> Coming to make your day WIVELY! ? ✔ SEOUL ? August 17, 2024 ✔ TOKYO ? August 25, 2024 ✔ OSAKA ? August 27, 2024 ✔ BANGKOK ? September 7, 2024 ✔ MANILA ? September 15, 2024 ✔ JAKARTA ? September 28, 2024… pic.twitter.com/bbosxSEcKF — APPLEWOOD (@applewood_kr) June 25, 2024

Wi Ha-Joon will meet his fans in six cities across the world. His 2024 Asia fan meeting tour, “A Wively Day,” will begin in Seoul, South Korea, on August 17, 2024. Then, he will proceed to meet his global fans based in Tokyo, Osaka, Bangkok, Manila, and Jakarta throughout August and September 2024. Check out the dates below. 

• Saturday, August 17, 2024: Seoul, South Korea
• Sunday, August 25, 2024: Tokyo, Japan
• Tuesday, August 27, 2024: Osaka, Japan
• Saturday, September 7, 2024: Bangkok, Thailand
• Sunday, September 15, 2024: Manila, Philippines
• Saturday, September 28, 2024: Jakarta, Indonesia

Wi Ha-Joon has played a variety of roles in many popular K-dramas, showcasing his versatility. He gained widespread recognition for his appearance in the critically acclaimed K-drama Squid Game in 2021. Since then, the actor has appeared in many successful series, including Bad and Crazy, Little Women, The Worst of Evil , and Gyeongseong Creature. Wi Ha-Joon is currently playing the role of student-turned-instructor Lee Joon-Ho in the tvN K-drama The Midnight Romance in Hagwon, which is available to stream on Viki.

Varsha is a K-drama writer at ComingSoon. An avid K-drama fan for the past eight years, she has deep dived into rom-coms, thrillers, historical and fantasy dramas! From the old-school iconic Boys over Flowers to the new Hallyu wave-inspired dramas, she knows and has seen it all.

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Music and concerts, music and concerts | willie nelson unable to perform at virginia beach outlaw music festival.

Nelson was supposed to headline the 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour in Virginia Beach at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater.

Nelson had previously said that this year’s Outlaw Music Festival Tour “promises to be the biggest and best yet,” and that he was “thrilled to get back on the road again with my family and friends playing the music we love for the fans we love.

However, last week it was revealed that Nelson, 91, was not feeling well.

“We regret to inform you that Willie Nelson is not feeling well and, per doctor’s orders, has been advised to rest for the next four days,” his X account stated on Friday.  “He is expected to make a quick recovery and join the Outlaw Music Festival tour next week.”

But on Wednesday, his official account posted that he would not be performing at the Virginia Beach show.

“We expect Willie to return to the tour shortly,” the account said.

Bob Dylan, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss and Celisse will perform as scheduled, Nelson’s account stated. Lukas Nelson and Family and some special guests will play their “own set which will include Willie’s classics and other songs.”

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It’s nearly game over for The Who’s Tommy : The Tony-nominated musical revival will end its Broadway run next month, press agency Boneau/Bryan-Brown said today. The musical will have played more than 130 regular performances   at the Nederlander Theatre when the final curtain falls on July 21.

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Based on The Who’s seminal 1969 rock opera Tommy, the show stars Ali Louis Bourzgui as the titular boy who witnesses his dad shoot a romantic rival and is relegated to staring endlessly into a mirror. Relegated to staring endlessly into a mirror, he is transformed by his “crazy flipper fingers” into a pinball legend and becomes a guru to his “disciples.” The cast also includes Alison Luff, Adam Jacobs, John Ambrosino, Bobby Conte and Christina Sajous as The Acid Queen.

The album and show is rife with rock classics including “Pinball Wizard” — which Elton John remade into a mid-’70 No. 1 smash — “See Me, Feel Me,” “Acid Queen,” “I’m Free” and “We’re Not Gonna Take It.”

The Who’s Tommy opened on March 28 and will begin a national tour in Providence, RI, in fall 2025. The original production ran from April 1993-June 1995 at the St. James Theatre, winning five Tony Awards including Best Original Score for Townshend and Best Direction of a Musical for McAnuff. It lost Best Musical to Kiss of the Spider Woman.

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Taylor Swift Brings Out Travis Kelce at London Eras Tour Date

Taylor Swift had a surprise for fans attending her Eras Tour at London’s Wembley Stadium on Sunday: her boyfriend and tight end for the Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce

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Taylor Swift performs at Wembley Stadium as part of her Eras Tour on Friday, June 21, 2024 in London. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)

Taylor Swift had a surprise for fans attending her Eras Tour at London's Wembley Stadium on Sunday: her boyfriend and tight end for the Super Bowl-winning Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce .

Dressed in a tuxedo with a tailcoat and top hat, Kelce joined Swift on stage for a transitional sketch that leads into the song “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart." In fan videos, he's seen carrying Swift, urging her into a costume change. He fanned and powdered her face as part of the act.

Last month, in her first Eras Tour concert since the release of “The Tortured Poets Department,” Swift shook up her setlist. At the La Défense Arena in Paris, fans were treated to the inclusion of new songs from the record-breaking album released in April.

The billion-dollar Eras Tour is meant to be a career retrospective, with Swift performing more than 40 tracks reflecting 17 years of recorded music. “The Tortured Poets Department” was her first brand-new release since the tour’s start.

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