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Burbank Sports and Recreation
If you enjoy watching sports or being active, Burbank has a lot to offer. There are many local sports and recreation opportunities to be enjoyed, all without having to travel far.
Sports Games
Many of Southern California’s professional sports teams play just down the road from Burbank. Dodger Stadium is just a few minutes down the road on the I-5 Freeway and the Staples Center, where the Lakers, Clippers, and LA Kings play, isn’t much further. If you enjoy amateure sports, UCLA and USC are both right next door to Burbank as well.
Outdoor Recreation
As part of the Los Angeles urban area, many wrongly assume that Burbank is all city. Wildwood Canyon Park is in Burbank and has some wonderful hiking. Other nearby hiking destinations include Verdugo Mountain Park and La Tuna Canyon Park.
The Beach
Burbank is just a short trip away from a number of beautiful beaches in Southern California. Two of the closest are Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach. Check out Santa Monica if you are interested in a more relaxed beach day, or Venice if you want to see one of the most interesting beaches in the world with a bodybuilding gym, a skatepark, street vendors, basketball courts, and more.
Burbank Day Trip Ideas
If you are looking for a day trip to fill your time, Burbank has plenty to offer. These day trip ideas will leave you with unforgettable experiences.
Theme Parks
Burbank is home to Universal Studios, a theme park that boasts some of the most famous attractions in the world, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Disneyland takes a little more of a drive to reach but is easily also within day trip distance.
See Hollywood
If you love movies and want to see how the magic is really made, look into getting a tour of Warner Brothers Studios. For more Hollywood magic, consider driving down Sunset Boulevard, where you can see famous recording studios, one of the world’s best nightlife scenes, and more.
Griffiths Observatory
Griffiths Observatory, located in Griffiths Park, is one of the most famous locations in the Los Angeles area. It contains a world-class telescope, beautiful grounds, and fantastic views of the entire area. It’s especially spectacular in the early morning around sunrise or in the evening around sunset. However, if you go in the evening make sure to show up early to give yourself plenty of time to park as it can get very busy.
Luxury Car Rental
As long as you are rubbing elbows with the rich and the famous, you might as well drive like them. A luxury car rental will make you feel right at home near Hollywood. Avis can provide you with luxury car rentals in Burbank. Our Best Rate Guarantee means you can be sure you are getting the best deal possible.
For Burbank car rental, visit Avis Burbank and we will get you set up with the right rental car. If you want to make your visit even more convenient, consider downloading the Avis App to help you earn Avis rewards and find car rental deals.