For another sweet set of wheels, cruise past the famous automobile on one of our premium e-bike tours of Beverly Hills. Before the sleek streets of Beverly Hills were filled with Chanel, Bulgari, and Bugattis, they were originally full of…beans. The most famous zipcode in the United States of America used to be the home of one of the largest lima bean fields in the entire state of California. Hollywood is all about reinventing yourself, and Beverly Hills is no exception.
If they can have such a legendary glow-up, so can we. We look forward to spotting you with the paparazzi the next time you head for the hills! Beverly Hills, that is. Given the state of the world in , there has literally never been a better time to design an LA Staycation and adventure in your own back yard. We are open 7 days a week, and are currently offering an incredible opportunity for you and your family to make your tour private.
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Sources courtesy of:. World Population Review. Fortune Builders. Greystone Mansion. It was in this area that the scene from Pretty Woman was shot, in which Julia Roberts walked around and did not go unnoticed in the boutiques.
Those who have seen the movie will remember this scene for more information, we suggest reading our article about Rodeo Drive. So far, we have discussed the luxury and well-being that distinguish Beverly Hills and we will continue with this topic and go back in time to the 20s when actors Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford, an iconic couple of the cinema of the time, settled on Summit Drive Hill in a house called Pickfair.
Many other Hollywood artists followed their example and set off the trend to build their villas in Beverly Hills. This last road is one of the roads that continue to Bel Air , a luxurious residential area inhabited by celebrities that is less than twenty minutes from Beverly Hills. Holmby Hills is a residential area between Bel Air and Beverly Hills that is worth mentioning because of its unique street lighting and the homes of celebrities such as Barbara Streisand, Frank Sinatra, and Walt Disney.
There are also other villas, which are not as distinguished as they used to be, that currently have functions worthy of mention for various reasons. Virginia Robinson Gardens Elden Way , the first villa in Beverly Hills, was built in and now known for its legendary parties.
The gardens are divided into five sections where citrus fruits, magnolias, palm trees, roses, camellias, gardenias, azaleas, bananas, ginger, and herbs grow. However, in , the city of Beverly Hills bought the property and since , it has been a public park open every day to the public.
This is a popular location for weddings, meetings, photoshoots, and various events. Since then the house and gardens have been used as locations for films, civic events, and charity galas. It starkly contrasts the elegant and luxurious mansions, but it is certainly noteworthy for its particularity and originality. The style of the house, which was designed by Hollywood art director Harry Oliver, is called storybook architecture , which was fashionable in the 20th century in the United States and England.
Spadena House is characterized by a straw roof, cobblestone, strange shapes, bizarre structures, and wavy lines. It is certainly not something you see every day and it is worth visiting. Getting from one villa to another may take time. To save time and effort, you may want to choose one of the many tours to the homes of movie stars available:.
Tour of the houses of the stars. Rexford Dr with its monumental Spanish Colonial-style City Hall and tiled dome is the symbol of the city and is really very beautiful. The building dates back to and is now connected to the new civic center through courtyards, balconies, corridors with arcades that echo the Spanish-Colonial style.
Rexford Dr , which is owned by the fire department, was inaugurated on September 11, , and was built to remember the tragedy of the terrorist attacks in Here there are representations of the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and the field in Pennsylvania where the massacres took place. The purpose of this memorial is to honor those who lost their lives in the bombing, those who maintain security in the country, as well as those who still believe in equality and in the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
We now turn your attention to a completely different kind of point of interest dating back to , the Saban Theater Wilshire Boulevard , formerly known as the Fox Wilshire Theater. This theater, which is built in the Art Deco style and has very beautiful interiors that can accommodate more than 1, spectators, was officially declared a historic building in The schedule of events is packed and diverse.
Attending a show is a great experience that we recommend to those visiting Beverly Hills. Tickets can also be purchased online.
Through its collection of about 80, television and radio programs, it tells the story of the two media. You can watch and listen to past and current shows, music, sports, and events.
As we pointed out, one of the things we liked about Beverly Hills is the fact that there are so many parks. Inside this park that stretches for more than 2 miles, you can walk among paths admiring cacti and roses. Also in Beverly Gardens Park, on the corner of Santa Monica Blvd and Wilshire Blvd, there is the Electric Fountain , a unique fountain with a foot high column raising up a statue of a Native American of a local tribe kneeling in prayer.
The fountain, which was built in , creates a very special effect at night because it is illuminated by a succession of colored lights. Here people can play sports, and children can have fun in the playground. There are grill stations, picnic tables, and a snack bar.
Special events are held in the Community Center of the park. Nearby, at the Tennis Center S. With a number of small and cozy European style cafes and bistros, celebrities can find a quiet place to eat and chat for hours without too much disturbance.
The same goes for the nightlife in Beverly Hills and the surrounding areas, where celebrities can reserve tables at some of the finest restaurants in the country. So, whether they want to be seen, or prefer to keep quiet for the night, Beverly Hills makes that possible. If you need proof, check out the Mediterranean-style estate owned by Mark Wahlberg , which features a movie screening room and an outdoor space complete with putting green, outdoor cabanas, waterfall, and grotto.
Within her gated and private estate, no stone was left unturned to make the home feel extraordinary in volume and luxury. Complete with a gift-wrapping area, game room, beauty salon and guesthouse with recording studio, it is easy to understand why celebrities flock to a community that offers such amenities. These are just some of the many reasons why we believe celebrities love Beverly Hills real estate.
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