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Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood: Honest Review (2024)

Iconic TV and movie sets. Working Hollywood actors roaming past your tour group. New York, San Francisco, and small town America all in one place.

In this Warner Brothers studio tour review, we’re sharing exactly what it’s like stepping foot into Warner Brothers Studio in Hollywood and embarking on one of their incredible studio and backlot experiences.

Unlike other tours around the world, this is a current working film and TV studios.

The people you pass aren’t actors (well, they are actors, but they aren’t acting as if they’re real movie and TV crew when they’re not – you know what I mean!)

And while you will see sets that have been frozen in time on the WB Studio Tour (Friends set, we’re looking at you!), you’ll also experience the constantly changing backlot.

It’s a dream come true for movie and TV fans to get to explore one of the oldest studios in the entire world, and after reading this Warner Bros tour review, you’ll know exactly what to expect and how to make the most of your time here.

Please note this is about the Warner Brothers Hollywood Studio Tour in Los Angeles, not the Warner Brothers Studio Tour in London, England.

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What to Expect at the Warner Brothers Studio Tour in Los Angeles

From the iconic Friends fountain and orange couch to facades of the exterior of houses that you’ll recognize from everything from Growing Pains (1980s) to Fuller House (2020s), there’s something memorable literally around every corner on the Warner Bros tour.

We couldn’t possibly cover everything you’ll see, and we wouldn’t want to because part of the fun is the element of surprise.

Instead, we’ll touch on some highlights to get you excited and give you some of the best tips for making the most of your day.

Practical Tips for Visiting the Warner Bros Tour

Buying tickets to the wb studio tour.

Buying tickets to the studio tour needs to be done before your visit, but it’s very easy to buy them online here.

Prices are $69 per adult and $59 per child, and you’ll just keep your confirmation e-mail with you as you go through the experience and arrival process.

Discounts and Cheap Tickets for Warner Bros Studio Tour

Sometimes, you can find discounted tickets for the tour using a couple of different methods.

Firstly, if you’re a SoCal resident, you get discounted tickets anyway as long as you have proof of residency.

If you’re not from the area, sign up for the mailing list through the official website for the chance to keep an eye on any promo codes (they aren’t frequent, but there is a space on the booking site for promo codes so it is possible).

Alternatively, check out the Warner Brother Studios Tour on Undercover Tourist here , as they often have discounted tickets available for about $5-10 off the regular price.

Opening Days and Times

Currently, the Warner Bros Studio Tour is open five days a week, excluding Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

On days they are open, the first tour usually begins at 9am and the last tour begins at 3:30pm (again, you have unguided time to walk through afterwards).

How Long is the Warner Bros Studio Tour?

The guided portion of the tour is about 1 hour, and you should leave about 2 to 3 hours total as the rest will be unguided at your own pace.

Parking at Warner Bros Studio LA

Los Angeles is a driving city, which means your main options to get to the tour are either driving yourself or taking an Uber or Lyft.

If driving yourself, parking is $15 and is located in a dedicated, security-guarded parking lot adjacent to the Warner Bros main visitor building ( 3400 Warner Blvd., Burbank, CA 91505 ).

If you get an Uber, they are allowed to drop you off and pick you up right outside the visitor building in a dedicated rideshare landing zone.

The Warner Bros Tour website also makes mentions of buses and trains that can “get you” to the tour, but these are convoluted and long processes and they’re only going to drop you off a quarter mile away from the tour.

Stick to the Uber or driving yourself.

Arrival and Movie

When you first get to the visitor center, you’ll show your tour confirmation and go through an airport-style security section.

Then, before you know it, you’re in!

You can check out the café and shop, or you can save that until afterwards and head straight to the first part of the tour, the Storytelling Showcase.

This is a look-in-your-own-time room with plenty of artifacts from movie studio history, including letters to and from famous studio execs, address books that include Walt Disney’s information, and a year-by-year rundown of how the Warner Brothers started the studio in the first place.

When you’re ready, you make your way to the start of the official guided tour, the backlot tour, where you’ll get in a line similar to a theme park ride line and wait until it’s time for the next tour to depart.

Note: Despite the tour entry time on your confirmation page, tours do run continually and they will get you on the next one. Aim to arrive at the Studios so that you are entering the main visitor center 10-15 minutes before the time on your confirmation if you want to make sure you’re on that tour, or arrive at the visitor center at the time it says on your confirmation and then just know you’ll get on the next tour when you’ve made your way back to the starting area – they really do run frequently.

Warner Brother Studios Backlot Tour

The Backlot tour, for many people, is the best part of the Warner Brother Studios tour.

This is the main, guided, section, where you hop on the iconic little trams with your tour guide and driver and wind your way around the real, working Warner Brothers backlot.

Not only will you pass by the buildings that house the interior sets, but you’ll get to see many of the exterior sets that have been used for so many of your favorite movies and TV shows (and you may be surprised how easily they are to recycle and use again and again!)

One of the most fascinating sets is Warner Village, which is actually a collection of offices within houses that replicates a typical American street.

These are exterior sets only, in case you need a front yard or standard American street to film in.

Then you’ve got the Midwest Residential Street, which is where you’ll find the famous Gilmore Girls sets like the chapel, “Luke’s Diner” and that gazebo in the middle of the park.

You’ll also see the brownstones, a classic New York style area, as well as the exterior of a school, a bank, and more industrial areas.

Along the way, your guide will point out many of the most important productions that have been filmed using these locations and, better yet, they’ll ask you ahead of time what your favorite Warner Brothers productions are so they can be sure to point out filming locations that you might be interested in.

You’ll pass by actor’s trailers, often see real productions taking place (and in that case, you may be rerouted as they need all to be quiet on set!), and you will get down a couple of times from the vehicle and get to explore with your guide on foot.

We saw production designers working on a set for a new scene for an upcoming Warner Brothers movie, as well as plenty of movie and TV crew who were milling around, eating their lunches and going from set to set.

The energy here is electric.

Even when there isn’t filming taking place, you can feel that this is truly a place where magic is created and history is made.

One of the most famous outdoor sets includes the fountain from the Friends intro.

This is the real fountain – it was filmed here, on the studio, not on location in New York.

When you pass by the soundstages, where interior sets are built, you can take pictures unless the doors are up.

If the doors are up, there may be sets inside that you can see on the tour, but cannot be shared via photo with anyone else as it may be a spoiler for an upcoming episode or movie.

Oh, and did I mention celebrities?

Yes, those working actors show up to the Warner Brother Studios for work, and they have to walk around like the rest of the crew!

If you see someone you recognize, the etiquette is simply to keep your mouth shut and enjoy a spotting.

Don’t yell at them, run towards them, or do anything besides a kind wave if they happen to make eye contact.

It’s not because the actors themselves are stuck up or don’t want to meet fans, but with tours running continuously, it’s easy to make them feel like they’re an animal in a zoo and at the end of the day, they’re a professional who is at work, not roaming the streets of Beverly Hills, so let them get on with their day.

Self-Guided Warner Brothers Studio Tour

After your backlot tour is over, you’ll be taken by your driver to the self-guided portion of the tour, which takes you through more movie and TV history as well as some of the world’s most famous soundstages.

Some of the first exhibits you pass by include information on the actual movie-making process, from the writing to the casting to the costume design.

Friends Set and Café at Warner Brother Studios

Friends fans, listen up.

This is it.

The moment you’ve been waiting for.

Friends is one of the most-watched shows in the world, particularly in syndication and has been beloved by fans since it was on air from 1994 to 2004.

While it was set in New York City, it was mostly filmed in Los Angeles at the studios, and the interior Central Perk set is now available for fans to see in-person.

Yes, the original Friends cafe set, almost as it was during filming, is there in Studio 48 in all of its glory, waiting for you to discover it.

You won’t be allowed to roam around the real set too much because they don’t want it to be damaged, but you can get your picture taken on the famous couch!

If you want to spend more time in the Friends world, the Friends café at the end of the self-guided part of the tour is the perfect place to do that.

Grab a coffee, sit on the replica orange couch, and enjoy the replica sets including Monica’s apartment, Monica’s kitchen, and Chandler and Joey’s place!

Big Bang Theory

Big Bang Theory is another popular show that has retained its sets for fans to view, and if you want, you can also get some of your pictures taken here pretending that you live in the same world as these characters.

Other Exhibits at the Warner Brothers Studio Tour

From the real Batmobile to a Harry Potter exhibit featuring some props to iconic superhero costumes, there really is something for everyone on this tour no matter your movie tastes.

Again, so much has been filmed here, from superhero movies to La La Land to Pretty Little Liars to Gilmore Girls to Fuller House to Growing Pains to some older movies that used the original exterior soundstages.

Warner Brothers Studio Tour Gift Shop and Exit

When you exit into the main visitor area, you’ll get to experience the incredible gift shop, which is one of the best gift shops I’ve ever been in.

There’s a big emphasis on merch that you can only buy here (there is also Friends store connected to the Friends café for exclusive items).

I purchased some Gilmore Girls memorabilia, as well as some Warner Brothers studio merch including a T-shirt and coaster.

It’s hard to get out of there without buying something, so budget some money to make sure you can get a souvenir from one of your favorite movies or shows.

Is the Warner Brothers Studio Tour Hollywood Worth it?

The Warner Brothers Studio tour isn’t a cheap investment.

It can run a family of four into the hundreds of dollars, and the experience is about 2-3 hours long (though you can spend as much as you want after you exit the backlot tour and go to the self-guided interior section).

There are a lot of options of things to do with that money in LA, but this is the one studio tour that is an absolute must-do.

It’s the most iconic one, even better than Universal or Paramount, and the fact that it’s a working studio and you’re constantly looking for actors or being rerouted so you don’t get in the way of active filming brings an energy and excitement to the experience that makes it well worth the money involved.

Where to Eat Near Warner Bros Studio Tour: Dine with the Stars

If you’re finished at the tour and looking for somewhere to eat, head across the road to the Smoke House Restaurant .

With plush red booths and an old-timey Americana feel, this restaurant has been a favorite with celebrities over the years, including George Clooney who named his production company “Smokehouse Pictures” after the restaurant!

Prices are decent for LA and the pulled pork sandwich is one for the ages.

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PHOTOS: We Went on the Newly Reopened Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Hollywood!

Not long ago we shared that the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood would be reopening on June 26th .

We were lucky to take the tour this week and we can’t wait to share everything we saw!

First, we saw Hennessy Street, where we were told that Warner Bros. filmed scenes from Annie (the Carol Burnett version),  Friends , Rent , Batman movies, and The Greatest Showman . It was originally built for gangster movies in the 1930s, when they hired actual marksmen to shoot live bullets at the actors (and hopefully miss!) because it was cheaper than blank bullets at the time.

We passed by the fountain from  Friends, but the tour couldn’t stop because a new show is in production there!

Next we visited Tenement Alley, where Prince shot the Purple Rain  album cover, and where scenes such as the iconic upside down kiss from  Spider-Man , various parts of Rent , and the Batman movies were filmed.

This tower of paper demonstrates how many scripts get rejected for just ONE script that moves forward to shoot a pilot. That’s a LOT of unseen content, y’all.

Next, we moved onto the Friends  area! Of course, we had to stop in Central Perk!

Unfortunately, Gunther was nowhere to be found, so we thought it was time to keep moving!

We also got to see the living room from  The Big Bang Theory! 

We even saw the baseball jersey that Chadwick Boseman , also known for playing the Black Panther , wore during 42 …

…the Honey Bee uniform that the Olsen twins both wore as Michelle Tanner during the filming of Full House …

…and the crucifix used in The Exorcist !

We also got up close to the Batmobile and various DC superheroes’ outfits used during filming…

…before posing as Wonder Woman ourselves! Looking good, Molly!

And, then it was time to move on to the Harry Potter section (our favorite part, obviously)! Before we started our journey through the films, we went back to what started it all — the books!

You can even find J.K. Rowling’s signature in The Prisoner of Azkaban !

Now, onto the sets! We first meet Harry when he is living with the Dursleys with no clue about his wizarding heritage.

And, we never realized how small his “bedroom” was until we got a peek inside the cupboard during the tour!

Then, that all changed when Harry received his invitation to head to Hogwarts! Next to Harry’s famous spectacles…

…you can find one of these letters signed by Professor McGonagall!

Of course, Molly had to partake in the scene where the Hogwarts letters all come flying into the house through the fireplace!

After Harry finally made it to Hogwarts, he was able to have his wand choose him at Ollivanders!

But, there were so many other characters and unique wands used in the films…

…which means that over 3,000 were created using wood, plastic, resin, and rubber.

Harry’s adventures didn’t stop there, though! At, one point, his bestie rescues him in a flying car…

…and you can find one of the 17 1/2 that were made for The Chamber of Secrets film, just hanging about!

Later on, Harry continued to get in trouble with items like the Marauder’s Map (we solemnly swear he was up to no good).

Harry also made some amazing friends during his time at Hogwarts. Dobby the House Elf happened to be one such character, whose silicone figurine was used during rehearsals. During actual filming, a pole and a green tennis ball were used before the CGI version was edited in afterwards.

And, it wouldn’t be a visit to Hogwarts without a trip to the classes offered to students! Potions Class has always looked like a blast to us, but all the behind-the-scenes details made it THAT much better!

Before getting into any potions making, we made sure to take a look at the textbooks, tools…

…ingredients…

…and cauldrons we’d need to proceed!

When the actual movies were being filmed, there were more than 500 bottles with handcrafted labels along the shelves. (That’s a HEFTY amount of potions to keep track of!)

And, then we were on to making our own potions, like the other students at Hogwarts!

We were instructed to make an antidote to common poisons by touching the labels of the ingredients needed and then touching the wand to stir!

Molly was successful, of course, as a Slytherin in Professor Snape’s classroom!

Then, we made our way over to the Herbology classroom to learn about everything residing in the Greenhouse!

And, we were ready to get thrown into our lesson with one of the most notorious plants in the Wizarding World!

When this scene was set up, creators made over 50 Mandrake animatronic puppets that would wiggle in their pots and even use their mouths and limbs thanks to radio transmitters, when lifted up.

However, the original Harry Potter series isn’t the only one that exists! The prequels in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them featured Newt Scamander, who was in tune with all sorts of magical creatures.

You can take a look at the moving landscape that the visual effects team created…

…as well as all the maps, notebooks, and tools that made this spot feel like home to Newt.

Right next door, you can even learn about many of the Fantastic Beasts that Newt cares for with his interactive book!

We have to say that the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood was an absolute blast! And, if you love going behind-the-scenes of your favorite shows and movies, this is a must-do the next time you’re in California. Stay tuned with All Ears for the latest Disney and Universal entertainment and news coming soon!

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The Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood – A Thorough Review

I love TV.  I have one of those brains that has a hard time relaxing. One of the few ways I can get a break is to watch a show…or two.  My favorites over the years have ranged from Cheers & Seinfeld to Breaking Bad & Survivor to current favorites like Ted Lasso & Fauda. So, when I was tripping activities in the LA area for our recent Rose Bowl trip , and came across the Warner Bros Studio Tour, it seemed like a no-brainer.  A chance to see where and how TV and movies are made?  Sign me up!

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First, a Little History

The Warner Bros Hollywood Studio is located in Burbank, about 15 minutes north of downtown LA.  The studio was established all the way back in 1926. Films – and then TV – have been made there for almost 100 years!  The studio sits on 62 acres and is made up of outdoor movie sets, multiple sound stages, and buildings dedicated to all facets of movie & television production.  Well-known films made here include Casablanca, My Fair Lady , Goonies, and several of the Batman movies.  Well-known TV series include Friends and The Big Bang Theory.  

The Warner Bros Studio Tour is a great way to see and understand the process that goes into making film and TV.  And I will say right off the bat that the tour exceeded my expectations.  In my research, I discovered that the tour is one of the highest-rated area activities on TripAdvisor. But still, I thought our access to a busy working studio might be somewhat diluted.  Not the case!  It was an in-depth tour with a great deal of insight and access to what seemed like a big portion of the studio.  Plus, it featured a lot of really impressive interactive displays.  Let me show you….

Getting Started

Warner Bros Studio offers a few different kinds of tours. We went on the most popular – The Studio Tour.  This tour starts every 30 minutes between 8:30am and 3:30pm, 5-7 days weekly (depending on the time of year). The Studio recommends that you buy your tickets online ahead of time, though limited walkup tickets may be available depending on demand. The guided portion of the tour lasts about an hour.  Self-guided touring through various displays can take another 1-3 hours depending on how long you want to linger.  We spent 2 hours on the lot. 

You can click here to purchase tickets on Viator

Our tour started in a screening room where we watched  a short 5-minute movie quickly covering the Studio’s history. 

We were then directed outside where we divided up into smaller groups.  Each group was assigned a guide and a tour cart.  Our guide’s name was Maxx. 

The Backlot – You Might Recognize Some of This

First we drove through and explored the Backlot – a series of outdoor sets that have been constructed over the years, and have been used in countless movies and TV shows. Many of these sets date to the 1930s and all are still in use today. As Maxx took us down one street after the other, we jumped from small town Midwest to downtown New York, from tree-lined residential streets to seedy back alleys.

And we didn’t just stay in the cart. We got out and walked up and down these empty streets. We were even allowed enter a few of the buildings. Some are just empty shells like the photo below….

While others are called “Practicals” and are used for their interiors as well. In the photo below, Maxx explains how the decor of the room is changed constantly depending on what’s needed for the production, and how the open ceilings are used for gear.

Maxx also explained how even the exteriors can be adjusted. The bricks aren’t bricks. They are made of styrene and can easily be replaced in en masse for a different look. All the buildings also lack exterior features like door handles and lights, as you can see in the picture below. These are added at the time of filming, based on each production’s needs.

As we walked from location to location, Maxx would point out the storied filming history of individual streets, storefronts, and buildings. Memorable scenes like the alley for Spiderman’s upside-side down kiss, the cafe in Casablanca, the street outside Annie’s orphanage, the last shot of the Seinfeld series, and many many more.

Once back in the cart after each set, a short video would then show us each set’s transformation from one movie to another over the decades – very cool!

The Front Lot and Stage 16

Next up on the Warner Bros Studio Tour was the Front Lot. This is its collection of 30 sound stages where the interior production of films and TV takes place. Inside these huge soundproof buildings, elaborate sets are built, specific to each production.

We stopped at Stage 16. At 65 feet tall, it’s the largest on the lot and one of the tallest in the world. It also has a 2 million gallon water tank under its floor, extending another 30 feet below ground, allowing films like The Perfect Storm and Poseidon to be filmed inside.

At the time of our tour, the soundstage wasn’t in use. So we were able to walk inside and take in its cavernous enormity.

Each soundstage has a plaque on the outside listing its production history. Take a close look and you can see plenty of classics on Stage 16’s list including Ghostbusters, Indiana Jones, and Jurassic Park.

We also had the chance to drive directly through The Mill. This is the construction department where the interior sets are created.

We also drove past the large building that houses the property department. This is where all the furniture and fixtures required to dress a set are kept. We weren’t able to enter, but could see stacks of lamps and other fixtures through the windows. Maxx described the intricate cataloguing and ordering system that the Studio has set up as we passed.

After this, the guided portion of the tour ended, and Maxx dropped us off at a building called Stage 48.

Stage 48 – Friendstravaganza

Stage 48 is the first of two interactive experiences on the Warner Bros Studio Tour. And there was lots going on in this building. Most popular is the coffee shop set from the TV series Friends. I personally never watched much of Friends, but this seemed to be the highlight for a great percentage of tour participants. Here, fans can line up and get a photo on the couch. I had to act fast to get the shot below in between groups of giddy fans.

There is also a Friend’s-themed fully-functioning coffee shop inside the building. Plus, a large gift shop mostly dedicated to Friend’s paraphernalia. Important note to those who need to eat midday like I do – the coffee shop has what looked to be a decent food menu, too.

Stage 48 also features the living room set from The Big Bang Theory where fans can also pose for photos.

In addition to the sets from those two popular TV shows, Stage 48 also offers an immersive experience called Script to Screen. As we walked from room to room, we were learned about the many sequential steps involved in film and TV production. It was all very interesting, especially all the costume displays. And I finally know what a foley artist does (creates the every day sound effects that are added post-production).

To Couch or Not to Couch

It would be easy to spend several hours at Stage 48. But we breezed through pretty quick, spending about 30 minutes. When we were ready to leave, a tour cart was waiting outside, and we were taken to the final displays on the tour.

First though, while again passing through the Backlot, we were given the option to get off and have our picture taken on the couch and fountain from Friend’s opening sequence. Again, not big Friend’s fans, so we stayed on the cart and headed directly to The Archive, which is located in the main tour building.

The Archive – Where I Became Hufflepuff

First up – costumes from many of the DC Comics movies, all made by Warner Bros Studios, including Michael Keaton’s Batman and Christopher Reeves’s Superman,

Ben Affleck’s Batman and Henry Cavill’s Superman,

and one of a long line of Batmobiles used in the movie franchise – this is the Tim Burton version.

Next, was Harry Potter’s Wizarding World. Harry Potter was filmed at the Warner Bros Studio in England rather than this one, but it is still a big deal on the Hollywood Studio Tour.

Here, several Harry Potter sets and scenes were recreated for our photo-taking pleasure.

Plus, we had the opportunity to participate in a Sorting Ceremony. We may have not wanted to sit on the various Friend’s couches, but we couldn’t pass up the Sorting Ceremony! The hat was lowered on to our heads (kind of), and our House was chosen by a voice above and around us. Me – Hufflepuff! Mrs. TT – Slytherin!! I’ll have to watch out around her now….

Finally, we found ourselves in a room surrounded by various awards collected by the Studio over the years, including a few of their Oscars. This is the first time I’ve ever seen an actual Oscar. The one pictured here is My Fair Lady’s Best Picture Academy Award from 1964.

Final Thoughts

Our time on the Warner Bros Studio Tour was thoroughly enjoyable. We learned a lot about film and TV production, had much better studio access than I imagined, and we were impressed with the interactive displays. We don’t tend to linger at displays, so our tour only took about 2 hours. But I can certainly understand why the Warner Bros website states that it could take 3-4. If you love TV (or movies) as much as I do, then don’t hesitate to spend a few hours on the Warner Bros Studio Tour in Burbank. You can click here to purchase tickets on Viator

If you would like to read about some of other great tours from my travels, then check out this post about an Air Tour in Kauai , this one about Touring Ballard Locks in Seattle , or this one about a Cooking Class in Seville Spain .

And during this trip to LA, I decided to exclusively use ride share for our transportation needs rather than renting a car like I usually do. Did I save money? Yes! A lot actually. Click here to check out my blog post about Uber vs Car Rental in LA

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Tom Smalltownplussize

I enjoyed reading about your tour. Mrs Small Town has been so I’ve heard a lot of fun stories. I can’t wait to see it myself.

thethoroughtripper

Thanks Tom! As I think back to many trips to LA over the years, it’s definitely a highlight. Not sure why I’ve never done it until now.

Paul (Paul Passing Through)

Really interesting article. I think it’s so fascinating that the outdoor sets don’t have doorknobs or light fixtures. It would be so neat to walk through those soundstages where some of my favorite films were made. I do think it’s funny that they have Harry Potter sets. It would be fun but odd knowing none of them were filmed there.

We really learned so many interesting facts like that about TV and film production. Never read any Harry Potter myself. Watched each movie with the kids, but they came out so far apart that I had a hard time remembering the full story line over all the subsequent years. Still though, couldn’t pass up getting Sorted

Peggy Zipperer

Looks like a fun tour! I am completely fascinated with the huge water stage – 30 ft underground?!?! Mind-blowing! The Harry Potter scenes are great!

And we walked right across it. Would have loved to see what it looked like underneath that floor.

David Chalem

It’s actually *Maxx

Thanks for letting me know. I’ll add the second x to her name 🙂

Chalk and cheese travels8

What a great tour to do and see all the famous sets. Something we would love to do. We took the driving tour around Universal Studios and that was fun but this looks so much better

Brian Archambault

That Batmobile isn’t from the dark knight series. It’s from the 2 Tim Burton Batman’s with Michael Keaton

Thanks for letting me know. I’ll change it. I’m clearly not a Batman expert 🙂

I loved your letter I found it really interesting id love to see it in person that and tmz tour bus tour. I’d love to see the friends set when I know I’m going to la I’m going to book a tour with wb thats for the information. Pat

Glad to know that you found it so helpful. Hope you get the chance to experience yourself!

Lisa at Following the Rivera

I would love to do this tour! I love all of the Hollywood films and of course the shows too. It’s so cool to see the sets like this, it makes it more real!

Elena at TravelByExample

That’s a place I would love to visit one day! I’m sure everyone from my family would enjoy it, and I would be the one of those giddy fans to rush to take a picture in Friend’s coffee shop :))

Vanessa Shields

What an awesome tour! This is one thing I keep saying I’m going to do but never drive up to LA to go on it. You’ve motivated me to go this year! I’d love to see all the different sets and learn about productions. That’s neat that you can see everything that’s been filmed in each stage before entering. I had no idea there was such a huge water tank in one. Filming in that must be pretty cool to see.

Dylan Jones

I love the idea of doing this tour, it looks great. It’s great that they have the names of productions filmed in the soundstages listed outside. Definitely adding this to my list when I finally get back to LA.

I would love to take the Warner Bros Studio Tour. So cool to see the magic behind the scenes! Great pics and overview!

Exactly – the magic behind the scenes! Well put!

Stefan (Berkeley Square Barbarian)

Cheers, Seinfeld & Breaking Bad are all series I loved too, especially the latter. It is amazing that the studios have been around for nearly 100 years, yes, and that the Backlot outdoor sets are still in use but lack door handles or lights…

The dimensions of Stage 16 are truly mindboggling wow..

Fascinating! I would definitely go out of my way to take this tour. I am a huge fan of Big Bang so the chance to sit in Sheldon’s “spot” would be hard to resist and My Fair Lady is one of my favourites. The tour looks interesting and informative as well as fun. I suppose my only worry might be that seeing the shell behind the facade might take away some of the magic? Probably not! The suspension of disbelief is alive and well 😊

It’s so interesting seeing how iconic films and TV shows were made. I really like that they’ve kept the historical aspects like Stage 16 and the costumes. Would love a go on the sorting hat too!

It’s hard to pass up a hat sorting!!

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What to Expect at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Welcome to the captivating world of warner bros. studio tour hollywood, where the magic of filmmaking comes alive nestled in the heart of los angeles, california, this immersive journey invites you behind the scenes of one of the busiest working studios, offering an exclusive peek into the secrets, sets, and stories that have shaped some of the most iconic movies and tv shows in history. from exploring iconic backlots to witnessing the intricate artistry of prop-making and special effects, prepare for an unforgettable adventure that unveils the captivating allure of the silver screen. step into the realm where imagination meets reality and embark on a thrilling exploration of hollywood's cinematic legacy at warner brothers studio tour hollywood..

Storytelling Showcase and Pre-Show

At the start of the tour, you begin in the Storytelling Showcase. As you approach the area, you will be greeted by a ginormous blue wall with the WB logo. As you turn into the room, you will notice frames on the wall that depict the history of film, the Warner Bros. Studio, and the Warner Family. The main attention grabber in this room is the painted aerial view of the Warner Bros. backlot on the floor, which included some 3-D sound stages and a replica of the WB Water Tower, pictured within. After this room, they took us into a small theater where we watched a pre-show before commencing the tour with our guide.

Outdoor Sets and Movie Magic

The beginning part of the tour consists of a cart ride around the different exterior sets they had on the backlot, pictured above, and referencing any well-known show or movie that used them. For instance, we saw the backlot sets used to shoot the Train Store scenes from Young Sheldon, where Spiderman hung upside down and kissed Mary Jane in the rain, and Luke's Diner from Gilmore Girls. It was interesting to hear about how they transform these sets into different things depending on the needs of the movie or show.

We discovered that despite many buildings appearing to have multiple levels from the outside, the majority consist of only one level. this design choice accommodates the tall equipment, lighting, and microphones used in production. if a scene appears to be shot on a higher level, it is often just a short ledge cleverly utilized for the task rather than an entire floor, showcasing the true essence of movie magic however, some buildings indeed have a second floor, designated as offices for the production staff. yet, during filming inside or outside these specific structures, the staff is restricted from entering while the cameras are rolling..

Sound Stages, Friends Fountain, and Prop Building

A majority of the backlot consists of sound stages. We saw the sound stages dedicated to The Big Bang Theory and Friends, although, at the moment, they were being used to shoot Bob Hearts Abishola and the United States of Al, respectively. On our tour, we got down to walk through one of the sound stages and saw the real sets for a show they were filming that week. After this, we drove to the Friends Fountain for a picture on the couch, as seen above. Believe it or not, this is the real fountain from the Friends opening credit scene. In order to keep it from being destroyed after the show finished, they had to relocate the fountain from its original location at the Warner Bros. Ranch.

Afterward, we drove by the prop building where wb keeps all of the props used in different tv shows and movies to reuse them for another project that may need them later on. the prop building is four stories high, and fun fact, each floor is the size of an american football field. towards the end of our guided tour, we saw one of the tallest sound stages in north america with the wb shield in the front - the same one you see in the preview scenes before a wb production..

Stage 48: Central Perk Café, Exhibits, Friends and The Big Bang Theory Sets, Script to Screen, and Friends Boutique

Once the guided portion of the tour was over, our tour guide left us in front of Stage 48, which contained the Central Perk Café (the coffee shop from Friends) in the middle, the Friends' Boutique on the right, and the exhibit entrance on the left. As soon as we entered, we saw the window of the Central Perk Café and noticed that we could order food and drinks - just as if we were actually part of the show. We purchased a red velvet and cream cheese icing cupcake with the Central Perk Cafe logo on top. It was both delicious and a nice little boost of energy before entering the exhibit. The exhibit contained plenty of props, costumes, and informational tidbits about different movies and shows that Warner Bros. Studios has produced, a dress that Lady Gaga wore in "A Star is Born" is pictured above.

A part of the exhibit was being able to sit on the famous orange couch in the Friends' Central Perk Set, pictured above, and seeing 3-sets of The Big Bang Theory: the hallway with the broken elevator, Leonard and Sheldon's living room, and the University Cafeteria. I am a huge fan of The Big Bang Theory! So, I was beyond excited to pretend to walk up the stairs and sit on Sheldon's couch cushion - which Big Bang fans know is a sin in Sheldon's eyes.

After having to be pulled away from the big bang theory section by matthew, we entered "stage 48: script to screen." a great way to describe this area is a room with a few green screens that allow for interactive activities, like being filmed riding harry potter's broom or the batpod. these experiences were included; however, if you wanted the final video, you needed to purchase it., before leaving this section, we entered a small room that featured a short video demonstrating the process of adding sound effects, music, and actor voiceovers to the film gravity. it was an incredibly informative presentation upon concluding our exploration of the exhibits, we exited through the friends' boutique. inside was a replica of the famous orange couch, additional seating (likely an extension of the small café seating), and a wide array of friends-themed souvenirs..

DC Universe Super Heroes, DC Universe Super Villains, Harry Potter, Celebration of Awards, and Warner Bros. Studio Store

After Stage 48, we took a second golf cart ride to another building to begin the last part of our tour. This brought us to the DC Super Heroes and Super Villians section and the Harry Pottery and Fantastic Beasts section. Within the DC section, we saw mannequin versions of the superheroes and villains wearing their costumes from the actual movies, heroes pictured above. They even had a Batcave with some Batmobiles, including the one used for the Dark Knight, an interactive design station for people to create their own Batmobile, a small Aquaman Lair, and Wonder Woman's Study!

My favorite part in the dc section was wonder woman's study - there was an interactive wonder woman lasso that glowed when manually pressured - it allowed for a cool boomerang. the employee in the dc section was so helpful in making sure we got the best boomerang angle and also pointed out other photo ops within this area..

In the Harry Potter films section, we 'made potions,' practiced our wand choreography, took a peek in Harry's cupboard under the stairs, and visited the Herbology classroom - amongst other things. Matthew's favorite part in the Harry Potter section was the Great Hall, where the Official Sorting Hat sorted anyone under it into a Hogwarts House. The last room of the tour was the Celebration of Awards exhibit, which displayed various awards through the years, like Oscars and Emmys. The coolest part about this section was that we got to hold a real Oscar! It is heavier than I thought, coming in at 8.5 pounds for a 13.5-inch gold man. Once we finished up with all the exhibits, we exited through the gift shop and ended back in the lobby.

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Venture into the captivating realm of Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood, a great option for anyone who enjoys the magic of the film industry! Our expert tour guide shared that no two tours are alike, guaranteeing a fresh adventure for every visitor. While we explored the regular Studio Tour, there is a world of discovery awaiting in the Classics Tour, Studio Tour Plus, and Deluxe Tour. For anyone in or visiting LA, I cannot recommend this backlot tour enough. It was such a great time - I am already planning my return for the Studio Tour Plus and Deluxe Tour, eager for more excitement and insights into the legendary Warner Bros. Studios.

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Batman to Harry Potter: The Warner Bros. Studio Tour Is Back

Jump into movie magic, and interactive experiences, too, as the classic tour returns with new features and fantastical fun., by alysia gray painter • published june 28, 2021 • updated on june 28, 2021 at 10:56 am, what to know.

• Weekends through July 11 (plus July 5); the tour will be open Thursdays-Mondays starting in mid-July
• $69 ages 11 and up, $59 children ages 5 to 10
• SoCal residents special: $57 weekdays only, through September 30, 2021

If summer-intense heat waves send you into your bat cave around this time of year, or any place where you can revisit favorite films and ride out the fiery temperatures, you're not alone.

But a reimagined bat cave, the ultimate Batcave, has emerged in Burbank just as the summer of 2021 begins, thanks to the relaunch of the famous Warner Bros. Studio Tour.

The classic see-costumes, step-inside-soundstages, soak-up-Tinseltown-lore lark returned on June 26 with new things to experience, cinematic settings made for shareable snapshots, and plenty of behind-the-scenes-y moments.

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The studio's Batcave did get a brush-up, and a tour stop puts DC devotees up-close with a number of iconic vehicles from the films, including "... the authentic Batmobile from Tim Burton’s original 'Batman,' the Tumbler from 'The Dark Knight,' and the Batwing from 'Batman v. Superman.'"

You can also snap a picture with the Lasso of Hestia from "Wonder Woman 1984," and check out Harley Quinn's costume from "Suicide Squad."

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But before you can do your three-point landing in this atmospheric, Bat-mospheric realm, there's the brand-new Storytelling Showcase, which begins the tour.

That takes tour goers through some of the studio's biggest film and TV titles, and some of its top properties from the company's long history (and it is indeed impressively lengthy: Warner Bros. celebrates its centennial in 2023).

Also hot on its dazzle-dazzle debut? The "Action and Magic Made Here" grand finale, which includes intriguing interactive opportunities (you can step inside the worlds of "Harry Potter" and "Fantastic Beasts") and activities with cinephile appeal.

"Entertainment is about connecting with fans and we are thrilled to welcome guests back to the tour after a more than 15-month hiatus," said Danny Kahn VP and General Manager.

"Our new experiences will take guests on a journey through our history, how we bring stories to life and celebrate the DC Universe and Wizarding World."

The tour is available on weekends through July 15 (as well as Monday, July 5). But later in July, the fun moves to five days a week , with Tuesdays and Wednesdays off.

And if you're looking for reasons to emerge from your own batcave, check it out: There are weekday discounts for Southern California residents through Sept. 30, 2021.

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Turner Classic Movies, better known as TCM, is turning 30 years old this April, and The Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Hollywood is ready to celebrate that birthday with an announcement that will make any classic movie fan swoon.

The Warner Bros. Studio Tour has just announced that it is partnering with TCM to create a new Classic Films tour, which will celebrate Warner Bros. favorites like Casablanca, My Fair Lady, and The Music Man. The tour will take a separate route from the regular studio tour, taking guests to previously unvisited parts of the Warner Bros lot including the exterior of James Dean's apartment, the Eastwood Scoring Stage, and the Property House which, according to Warner Bros, holds over half a million television and movie props.

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For those who aren't familiar with the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, the classic tourist activity takes visitors through the gates of the Warner Bros. Studios to visit sound stages and backlots where many Warner Bros classic films and television shows were filmed. The tour also includes sneak peeks at props (including multiple Batmobiles) and a visit to a recreated set from much loved sitcom Friends.

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Harry Potter’s Wizarding Worlds: London vs Orlando – Which Is Better?

I’m a HUGE Harry Potter nerd and like any other Harry Potter fan, there are 2 world-wide MUST visit attractions I just had to go to.  So rather than between England and Iowa…this is more between London and Orlando!  England, UK is home to the Warner Bros Studio Tour…and Florida, USA has The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, so let’s have a wizard dual between the two, which is better?!

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Warner bros studio tour: making of harry potter (uk).

Despite Harry Potter essentially being a British creation, there’s actually no such thing as the ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ in London…or even the UK!  For now, it’s the USA and Japan that get the glory of that particular attraction.  However, London does have the Making of Harry Potter at the Warner Bros Studio Tour!

Leavesden Studios in Watford (just outside London) is where the majority of filming for the Harry Potter movies took place.  When filming finished, the studio opened its doors to visiting guests!  It showcases some of the real sets and props used during the filming of the Harry Potter series.

Other than the first 10 minutes or so, the rest of the time at the Warner Bros Studio Tour is self guided or with the help of an audio guide for an extra charge.  I’ve been twice and both times it took around 3 hours to go around.  It could easily take longer if you were to stop and look at every little prop on display.

You even get the opportunity to sit on a broomstick rig in front of a green screen background and watch as you fly through the streets of London or around the castle!  It has recently expanded, they have now re-created Kings Cross train station complete with the Hogwarts Express and the Forbidden Forest!  They also hold themed evening meals in The Great Hall for special occasions, such as: Christmas and Valentine’s Day

The majority of the tour is inside, there’s just a small outside ‘backlot’ area that has the houses of Privet Drive and Godric’s Hollow, the Knightbus and the rickety old Hogwarts bridge that appears in a couple of the movies.  Even if it’s raining it is possible to get between the indoor areas without getting wet as part of it is covered by a canopy.

Good Points :

• It’s the REAL sets!!! The Great Hall, Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts Castle model are brilliant and it makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside when you stop and think how many great actors and actresses have stood on those sets too!  Not going to lie, when I saw The Great Hall for the first time, I did nearly cry, I think I’m allowed to, I’ve grown up with Harry Potter!  (I was 10 when I first started reading the books…I’m now 30).
• The broomstick experience is fun…even for the adults!  You get robes to wear and everything!

• For visitors in England, it’s easy to get to.  It’s just off the M25 if driving or they have shuttle buses to and from the nearest train station (Watford Junction) that has links to central London.
• Butterbeer.  It’s odd, but strangely addictive!
• It’s not too over crowded.  Although they don’t try and shuffle you on, entrance is at staggered times, so it’s easy to get photos with the props and sets, without getting too many heads in view!

• I’ve visited twice now and each time I’ve been, I’ve spotted different things that I hadn’t seen on my first visit!
• Again, release your inner child, even if you’re an adult (especially if you’re a travel lover…), you can pick up a ‘Harry Potter Passport’ at Customer Services, while walking around, keep an eye out for machines to collect passport stamps!  There are plenty of photo opportunities too, whether you choose to ‘run through the wall’ at Platform 9 and 3/4, sit in a Ford Anglia, knock on the front door of Number 4 Privet Drive, stand on the back of the Knight Bus or take part in one of the green screen experiences!

Catching a chocolate frog!

• The gift shop is huge and on the way out (other than the smaller ‘Kings Cross Station’ shop), so if you buy anything you don’t have to worry about having to carry it around, unlike the shops at the theme parks!

Bad Points :

• Having the staff in the uniforms and costumes would add to the magic!  Currently they only do this during theme weeks or special days.
• Obviously some things don’t look like how they do in the films…the pictures don’t really move…you just see the green screen, props like the Chamber of Secrets door isn’t always turned on etc.
• There are no ‘rides’ in the tradition theme park sense.

Visiting The Warner Bros Studio Tour Tickets & Hours

(2020 ticket prices)

Adult ticket – £47

Child ticket (5 – 15yrs) – £38

Weekdays 10am – 8pm and Weekends 9am – 10pm

Plus there are family ticket options and packages with guide books etc available.  Find out more on the WB Studio Tours website.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (USA)

Living in the UK, it’s a long expensive trip over to the States just to go and see it.  Tucked away in the corner of Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park, lays a HUGE ‘Hogwarts’ castle and the snowy streets of Hogsmeade Village and train station.

The theme park next door, Universal Studios, is now home to Diagon Alley and Kings Cross.  If you have a park hopper ticket, you can jump on the ‘Hogwarts Express’ and ride between the 2 parks!  This half of the attraction wasn’t yet built when I visited, so my opinions are based on the Island’s of Adventure side!

There’s now a second Wizarding World of Harry Potter in California too!

The Wizrding World of Harry Potter has different aspects from the Studio Tour.  For starters, there are 4 rides: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, The Flight of the Hippogriff, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure (Islands of Adventure) and Harry Potter and the Escape From Gringotts (Universal Studio).

The Forbidden Journey is inside Hogwarts Castle and in my eyes, has one of the best queue lines of any ride I’ve been on.  The ride itself amazed me.  The technology was incredible, having a mixture of motion and picture (not like regular 4D type rides, the cars actually move around on a track) and the joins between scenes were seamless, again, I nearly cried at the end of it!

Queue line through Hogwarts greenhouse for Forbidden Journey ride

Good points :

• It allows you to LIVE Harry Potter, you can wander into shops and eat in the ‘pubs’ that you recognise from the books (even get an owl post ink stamp for postcards!), feel like you are walking the Hogwarts corridors (with moving pictures on the walls!) and watch performances from the frog choir and the 2 foreign exchange schools from Goblet of Fire.  The staff members are all dressed in costume!

The Three Broomsticks Pub

• The frozen Butterbeer is awesome.  Only the regular Butterbeer is available at the WB Studio Tour, but the frozen version beats it hands down!
• The ticket obviously includes access to the rest of Islands of Adventure, if you buy a hopper, you can go into Universal Studios next door on the same ticket.
• They’ve added interactive elements, so if you buy a wand, you can actually control some of the surroundings!
• The rides are AMAZING.

• Although all the cast members are dressed up in costumes and school uniforms, they obviously had American accents (being in America!) and for me this kind of ruined the affect as Harry Potter is very English and it was strange having the wrong accent in the uniforms!! (Just to cover myself, I have NOTHING against the USA accent, after all I live in America now…but Harry Potter is English so it was strange!)
• The queues for the rides can be pretty awful and there’s obviously no control on the amount of people that are let in the area so it gets crowded throughout the day.

• It doesn’t happen very often, but being an outdoor attraction, the weather can affect operations at the parks.  For example, outside roller coasters won’t run in electrical storms (they did actually shut down for part of my visit in June 2012 for this reason).
• Again, the expense.  Even the basic park entry is expensive, but then you do get access to everywhere in the park, not just the Harry Potter area.  It does feel like they have split up the Harry Potter parks purposely to make more money as people will buy a park-to-park ticket rather than just a single day pass as it’s $55 MORE.  Then if you want the wand to ‘play’ with the surroundings, that’s extra etc.

Visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Tickets & Hours

Adult ticket: 1 day 1 park = $115, 1 day 2 parks = $170

Child ticket: 1 day 1 park = $110, 1 day 2 parks = $165

Parks hours vary depending on the day and month.  They open either at 8am or 9am and close anywhere between 5pm and 10pm

For more information on tickets, attractions and exact hours, visit the Universal Orlando website.

*TIP FOR VISITING WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER* We found that the cheapest accommodation for visiting Universal was to stay at the ‘Days Inn Universal Maingate’.  It was very basic and we had 5 million pizza delivery leaflets shoved under the door each night, but when you are at the park all day, which is only a 20 minute walk away, we were able to overlook all the leaflets!

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For me, I think I preferred the WB Studio Tour, just because it’s the real life home of Harry Potter and nothing will ever take away the magic of walking into The Great Hall for the first time, it really is amazing.  The huge amount of props they have on display is awesome too, they span all 8 films so as you can imagine, there are quite a lot!

(There’s a bit of a size difference between the two Hogwarts Castles!)

Don’t get me wrong though, the experience you get at Universal is definitely worth seeing!  The major difference between the two, is that one is more like a museum and the other is more interactive…do you want a behind the scenes look or do you want to feel like you are part of the wizarding world!?

A good thing is that both attractions keep expanding and changing so you could go back several times and see something new!

Which would you pick: Harry Potter London or Orlando?

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Last Updated on August 6, 2022

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Hello, Between England and Iowa team! I just read your blog post comparing the Warner Bros Studio Tour and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and I have to say, it’s such an informative and interesting read. As a big Harry Potter fan, I’ve always been curious about the differences between the two experiences, and your post provided a great comparison.

I really appreciated the level of detail you provided for each location, including the attractions, food, and overall atmosphere. It was great to learn about the different aspects of each location and how they cater to different aspects of the Harry Potter fandom. Your pictures were also fantastic and really helped bring the experiences to life.

One of my favorite parts of your post was the comparison between the Butterbeer at each location. It’s amazing to think that such a simple drink has become such an iconic part of the Harry Potter franchise, and it was interesting to see how the two locations approached the drink differently. I also appreciated your insights into the overall atmosphere and vibe of each location and how they cater to different aspects of the fandom.

Overall, your article was an excellent resource for anyone trying to decide between the Warner Bros Studio Tour and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I appreciate the effort and enthusiasm that went into creating this post and sharing your experience with others. Thank you for helping us decide which Harry Potter experience is right for us. Keep up the great work!

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Warner bros. studio tour hollywood and turner classic movies launch new tcm classic films tour.

The new TCM Classic Films Tour showcases the Golden Age of Hollywood through the 1970s.

BURBANK, Calif. , April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood announces an exciting partnership with Turner Classic Movies (TCM) to launch a brand new TCM Classic Films Tour for TCM's 30 th anniversary this month.  Opening today, the enhanced tour will take guests on an incredible journey through the Golden Age of Hollywood , celebrating iconic movies featured on TCM as well as showcasing the breadth of the Warner Bros. library.

Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group's Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy said, "For 100 years, Warner Bros. has stood for the very best in moviemaking and TCM has continued to spotlight the legacy of the studio with incredible program offerings throughout its 30 years.  We are thrilled movie lovers from around the world can visit the iconic Burbank lot to experience the TCM Classic Films Tour and celebrate the rich history of the studio's contributions to cinema."

Guests will explore the historic Warner Bros. Studio backlot with a focus on the studio's early days, delving into the timeless allure of classic cinema and feeling the magic of Hollywood's rich history firsthand.

The new tour promises an entertaining journey that offers something different.  Guests can visit new points of interest including: the exterior of James Dean's apartment where he resided while working on the lot; the serene rose garden, which in the early years was Jack Warner's tennis court and was surrounded by talent dressing rooms; and the Eastwood Scoring Stage built in 1929 where countless titles have been scored.  Guests will have the chance to stop at the Property House, which houses over a half-million television and movie props, including the pirate chair from Captain Blood and even the breathtaking Tiffany's chandelier from The Letter .

Before stepping into the magic, guests will enter the state-of-the-art deluxe screening room, located at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood Welcome Center, to admire historical photographs from the Warner Bros. archive and enjoy a newly curated introduction video from the hosts of TCM: Ben Mankiewicz , Eddie Muller , Jacqueline Stewart , Alicia Malone , and Dave Karger .

While embarking into newly-themed TCM Classic Films Tour carts with their expert guide to take them around their 90-minute backlot tour, guests will hear from the TCM hosts to transport them into the heart of cinematic history and immerse them in iconic classics such as Casablanca , The Life of Emile Zola , My Fair Lad y, The Music Man , Yankee Doodle Dandy , Blazing Saddles , Giant , and more.

"The partnership with TCM solidifies our commitment to providing unforgettable entertainment experiences to our guests," said Danny Kahn , Vice President & General Manager of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood.  "The TCM Classic Films Tour is a natural fit for the Studio Tour.  TCM showcases and preserves beloved classic films, and the Studio Tour offers our guests the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Hollywood legends and connect with their beloved titles."

The TCM Classic Films Tour lasts approximately three and a half hours, including 90 minutes with an expert Tour Guide and two hours of self-guided experiences.  The tour includes a visit to Stage 48: Script to Screen , an interactive sound stage highlighting different steps of film production and iconic sets, including the Central Perk Set from Friends and Leonard and Sheldon's apartment from The Big Bang Theory .  The tour's grand finale is Action and Magic Made Here, showcasing the DC Universe and Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series.  The tour concludes with a Celebration of Warner Bros., showcasing awards and original props and costumes from classic titles including Casablanca , The Music Man, and My Fair Lady .

Tickets, details, and availability for all tours are available at wbstudiotour.com .

About Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood gets you closer to the entertainment you love by taking you on the lot of a real working studio.  As a recipient of Trip Advisor's Travelers' Choice Awards and recognized as one of the Top 25 Attractions in the United States , the Studio Tour gives guests a revealing look behind the camera at how Hollywood magic is made.  From TV shows like Friends, Abbott Elementary , The Big Bang Theory, and ER to beloved films like Casablanca , Rebel Without a Cause, Batman, and Harry Potter , fans get to explore a studio over 100 years old as they touch, tour, and visit the real sets and soundstages on the iconic 110-acre backlot where the greatest names in entertainment made history. Also, the Warner Bros. Studio Store, offering exclusive merchandise, is open to the public and does not require a tour ticket to shop.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is open Monday through Sunday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM , with studio tours departing every 30 minutes.  Advanced bookings are recommended, and children five years or older are welcome.  For the best value, book your tickets online at wbstudiotour.com  or by calling +1 818-977-8687.

About Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Turner Classic Movies (TCM) is a two-time Peabody Award-winning network that presents classic films, uncut and commercial-free, from the largest film libraries in the world highlighting "where then meets now." TCM features the insights from Primetime host Ben Mankiewicz along with hosts Alicia Malone , Dave Karger , Jacqueline Stewart , and Eddie Muller , plus interviews with a wide range of special guests and serves as the ultimate movie lover destination.  With more than two decades as a leading authority in classic film, TCM offers annual programming events like 31 Days of Oscar® and Summer Under the Stars.  TCM also directly connects with movie fans with offerings such as the TCM Wine Club, TCM Auctions and the TCM Library in addition to popular events such as the annual TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood and the TCM Classic Cruise.  TCM also produces the wildly successful podcast "The Plot Thickens," which has had more than 7 million downloads to date.  TCM hosts a wealth of material online at tcm.com and through the Watch TCM mobile app.  Fans can also enjoy a classic movie experience on the TCM hub on Max.

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Warner Bros. Studios launches new classic films tour in partnership with TCM

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood in Burbank will be taking guests back in time to Hollywood’s heyday as it launches a new classic films tour in partnership with Turner Classic Movies.

The new 3.5-hour tour will take riders through the Golden Age of Hollywood as part of a celebration of 30 years of TCM, with iconic films from the Warner Bros. library featured along the way.

The 90-minute guided tour portion will be aboard new TCM-themed carts with the focus of the tour being the early days of Tinseltown.

“Casablanca,” “My Fair Lady,” “The Music Man,” “Blazing Saddles” and more are highlighted along the tour, with brand new stops related to the films found on Turner Classic Movies.

Among new points of interest on the tour, guests can see the exterior of James Dean’s apartment where he lived while working on the lot, a rose garden that previously served as a tennis court for former company president Jack Warner, as well as the Eastwood Scoring Stage which was built in 1929 and has since been the place where hundreds of productions have been scored.

There’s also a pitstop at the “Property House” which is home to more than half a million props from film and television.

“For 100 years, Warner Bros. has stood for the very best in moviemaking and TCM has continued to spotlight the legacy of the studio with incredible program offerings throughout its 30 years,” said studio heads Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy in a joint release. “We are thrilled movie lovers from around the world can visit the iconic Burbank lot to experience the TCM Classic Films Tour and celebrate the rich history of the studio’s contributions to cinema.”

Danny Kahn, vice president and general manager of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood, said the partnership with TCM was a natural fit for the studio tour because it “showcases and preserves” beloved classic films found in the WB library and the Studio Tour provides guests with the opportunity to connect with the films on a deeper level.

The TCM Classic Films Tour started service on Tuesday following a sneak peek and grand opening event that was held on the Burbank lot.

Additional details and ticketing information can be found online .

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