Stroller-Friendly Fun in Hollywood

Hollywood is full of fun, magical spots for the whole family. While traveling with a stroller in tow can be intimidating for first-time visitors, a little planning will ensure you can enjoy many interesting, vibrant attractions and activities while touring Los Angeles. It's wheels upfor this list of the best stroller-friendly activities in Hollywood.

LA Zoo

The iconic Los Angeles Zoo was built for accessibility. If you don't have a stroller, the zoo has limited strollers available for rent. While stroller-friendly paths are everywhere, guests must prepare for some hilly spots that are harder to navigate. Founded in 1966, the Los Angeles Zoo boasts a 133-acre campus with magnificent habitats, including Rainforest of the Americas, the Red Ape Rain Forest, and the LAIR (Living Amphibians, Invertebrates, and Reptiles). Visitors worldwide come to see the zoo's famed gorillas, snow leopards, Tasmanian devils, jaguars, giraffes, zebras, harbor seals, flamingoes, ostriches, and more.

Fern Dell Nature Trail

If you're a nature lover looking for stroller-friendly activities in Hollywood, look no further than this beautiful shaded trail located just 2.5 miles from all the glitzy attractions on Hollywood Boulevard. Found at 5400 Black Oak Drive in Hollywood, Fern Dell Nature Trail is a tranquil footpath lined with redwoods and sycamores, benches, and a few bridges. As you push a stroller along, look for the turtles and crayfish that live near the natural spring. There's also a nice playground at the end of the trail near a little snack spot called Trails Cafe.

Travel Town

The Travel Town Museum allows visitors to see more than 40 historic railroad locomotives and cars from the 19th and 20th centuries. Travel Town Museum is owned and operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, offering fun and wonder for all ages. As a result of that simple fact, admission is always free to the public. However, there is a fee for the miniature train rides around the museum grounds. Travel Town is actually located inside Griffith Park on Zoo Drive.

Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios caters to families with little ones in so many ways! You can bring your own stroller or rent a single or double stroller after entering the park. In addition, designated stroller parking is available in front of most rides. While strollers can go most places in the park, some eateries and line queues have limited space. Universal provides diaper-changing stations that are available in all restrooms. Families can also take advantage of the Universal Family Center, offering family restrooms, nursing areas, bottle-warming facilities, and quiet spaces for sensory breaks. Some top rides and attractions for little ones at Universal Studios Hollywood include Secret Life of Pets, Minions, and the Hippogriff kiddie coaster.

Exposition Park

California's famed Exposition Park is an urban park with multiple outdoor recreation activities. Guests can explore a 160-acre campus featuring world-class museums, sports facilities, entertainment venues, and educational institutions showcasing innovations in math, science, and technology. Highlights of the campus include the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the California Science Center, the California African American Museum, and the City of Los Angeles Rose Garden. Exposition Park offers plenty of wide, paved surfaces if you're exploring with a stroller. The University of Southern California and Exposition Park Walk is a 3.1-mile paved loop that's ideal for strollers. For a shorter route, consider the Echo Park Lake Loop for a scenic mile-long walk along paved surfaces.

Stroll Your Way Through Hollywood

It's never too early to show your little one the magic of Hollywood! Luckily, the city's modern layout and prioritization of accessible spaces make enjoying all that Los Angeles has to offer easy for families. After a long day of pushing the stroller, reward the whole family with a stop at the iconic Ghirardelli Soda Fountain for some refreshing treats!