Los Angeles , United States

Dolby Theatre Admission Ticket and Tour

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About this experience

Step beyond the red carpet at one of the most iconic theatres in America! Experience all of the renowned elegance and celebrity glamour that the Home of the Academy Awards® has to offer. On this tour, you will see an Oscar® statuette, the Dolby Lounge and other exclusive celebrity hot spots and you can view images from previous Academy Awards® ceremonies.

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Dolby Theater Tour

What's included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Dolby Theatre Guided Tour

Detailed itinerary

Stop 1

Inspired by the elegance of a European opera house, with state-of-the-art technical capabilities, Dolby Theatre has been host to many of the world's top performers including Celine Dion, Prince, Steven Tyler, Alicia Keys and the Dixie Chicks.

The Dolby Theatre also hosts high profile events such as The Daytime Emmy Awards, America’s Got Talent, The ESPY Awards, The Latin American Music Awards, the American Idol finals, the Star Wars: The Force Awakens world premiere, Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and many more.

This is your opportunity to go beyond the red carpet and see inside this spectacular theatre. You will have the opportunity to see a real Oscar statuette, the Dolby lounge and you may even have the opportunity to step onto the stage (pending daily performances).

Located in the heart of Hollywood at Hollywood and Highland, this is one attraction you don't want to miss!

What's not included

Parking

Food and drinks

Available languages

Guide guide

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Important information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Food, beverage, gum chewing and smoking are prohibited during the tour.

Tour is a thirty minute walking tour that includes several flights of stairs.

Disabled guests can be easily accommodated, but please advise the theatre at the time of ticket purchase.

Public restrooms are not available inside the theatre. Please utilize facilities outside the theatre on Level 2 prior to beginning the tour.

Guests must remain with the tour group at all times.

Stroller check is required and available inside the theatre.

Please note: tours are subject to availability and may be cancelled due to theatre operations. Tickets must be picked up 10 minutes prior to scheduled tour time.

Important notes

• Tickets must be picked up at least 10 minutes before the scheduled tour at the Dolby Theatre Box Office located on Level One.
• Food, beverage, gum chewing and smoking are prohibited during the tour
• Children under 12 are welcome to tour the building but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
• Dolby Theatre reserves the right to deny admission or remove from the tour anyone who conducts themselves in a manner that disrupts the experience of other patrons
• The Dolby Theatre is an operating facility with a busy performance schedule. Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to performance schedules
• Please note: tours are subject to availability and may be cancelled due to theatre operations
• Wheelchair accessible

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English: Widely spoken

Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Time Zone

Pacific Time Zone (PT), GMT-8 (Standard Time), GMT-7 (Daylight Saving Time)

Electricity

120VV, 60HzHz

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Important Precautions:

• Keep valuables secure
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• Use reputable tour operators and transportation services

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By air

Los Angeles International Airport • 20 km from city center
Bob Hope Airport • 30 km from city center

By train

Union Station

By bus

Union Station, Greyhound Bus Station

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