The Hollywood Bowl Review

Was here for something else but the parking lot was very big easy to find while driving there & if ur lucky u can park for free otherwise it's a lil. pricey

Been a few times to experience magnificent performances in a well maintained environment that encourages engagement while offering comfort. Prices are what you would expect for a venue of this renown, with plenty of food & beverage options.

Honestly, check it out when you find tickets in your price range; even if you have a bad time discovering a new act, you at least did it in style!

*pics from Nebuchadnezzar opera 11/24*

I was so excited to see the Bruno Mars and Pharell at the Hollywood Bowl for the first time. I had never even been in the building. I had 2 classical-loving friends come in to town so I bought 3 tickets to the evening show. On the day of the show I double-checked the Ticketmaster confirmation email to see if it was 7pm or 7:30. It was for 2pm! Not Ticketmaster nor the Bruno would do anything for me because it was already 3pm. My tickets were at Will Call. NOTHING. Totally screwed - and I can't even get into the show tonight with my friends. All around such a disappointment.

I love hanging at the Bowl. It's always great music, very laid back vibe, and good people

Best place for a concert. Stacked parking is a hassle. Benefit is being able to bring a small cooler or picnic basket in. Definitely preparing better next time.

Absolutely live coming here! I habe been coming since I was a child. They have a texting option to report courtesy concerns and on our last visit we used it. The staff handled the issue in a professional and effective manner.

Hollywood Bowl is an original outdoor concert hall.

Nice place to eat under the stars and listen to live music

Waiting for Willie Nelson, but Sturgil Simpson is waking up the crowd. We are loving him and his band.

Always a great time at the Hollywood Bowl! Parking is easy, and inexpensive, if you use the shuttle service. The picnic option makes this venue even more unique and fun. I've seen several shows here, and will definitely be returning.

I absolutely love the venue! I heard there were recent renovations. It was beautiful! The Muppets came in and took over The Bowl and gave an awesome show. The sound was rich from the K1 section as me and my son were able to see everything. Huge screens, placed appropriately, enhanced the show making it posible to see small detail.
A nice selection of restaurants lined the walk up to the bowl. Wine is sold everywhere. Moving walkways are available. The crowd was fun and friendly.
This was our first visit. It was amazing!

But that parking situation needs rethinking. How can they do that? I panicked a little at first but was mezmerized by the venue. I wonder what people do if they get sick or have a situation where they have to leave early? Wow! It took about 30 minutes to get out of the parking lot and another hour to get off the street parking lot.
But the venue is so awesome!

Outdoor amphitheater where to follow concerts! Going up the steps of the stands you can see the writing Hollywood.

Such a great place! Make sure you use the MTA busses to get to and from. Parking here is a nightmare. The fireworks they have are always and the lighting effects are magical.

Huge concert hall with fresh air. I like the street hotdog after a concert as well

Bigger than I expected, not a fan of bench seating. Overall it was a nice venue.

A very nice evening outdoors experience. The weather was just perfect for the occasion.

It's quite an experience to be in such a historic venue, but I must say if you aren't up close you might be better off seeing a recording of most events held here. If you're going to go out you should spring for quality up close seats as the nosebleed seats are crazy far from the stage.

Had such a great time at this venue last night for The Dead And Company Show!!! Sound was amazing and the light show was almost one of the best I have ever seen. Beer wasn t too pricey but a bit over taxed, that s ok I expect that inside a show venue. For being in the middle of Hollywood when you re inside you completely forget that. Lots of trees surround this place, so that makes the experience just that much better!!! Parking is cheap we paid 26$ on the property. It s stacked parking so remember that, once you park that s it until the people around you move, it was fine with me, we were the last to leave the parking lot anyway. The vending area outside was a grassy parking lot across the street from the venue!!! Thank you for a real good time!!!

Awesome venue with great sound. Your favorite artist will sound even better in this venue.

Great place for a family outing. Temperature may vary significantly. You may want to take a blanket or a coat, just in case

The shows are wonderful.Nothing like sitting out side on a summer evening.

The concert was very good but the Bowl needs lots of up dating. Their elevator system is terrible.

This is a great venue and gets fantastic acts. They changed policy and now you can't bring fluids. I didn't rent a seat cushion this visit, big mistake. Bring a seat cushion or rent one.

Loved the show with Diana Krall and her terrific musician.

First time here and we had fun despite the fact that traffic around the venue is MADNESS! I suggest getting there well ahead of time so you don't miss anything. Outdoor seating means you can bring your own food and drink but it also means you're for sure getting a contact high from that hipster couple sitting next to you who's smoking that Maui Wowie.

Great place to be, good seats anywhere, popcorn is the best deal,.

There is no better venue to watch entertainment under the stars, with great acoustics, and especially in the summer. Quintessential L.A.

One of my favorite L.A. venues, though not the most accessible. I've been coming here since I was a child and have enjoyed introducing my non-L.A. native, music-loving husband to the Bowl. We saw Tom Petty's last show last year *sigh* but are excited about coming back for Harry Connick, Jr next month!

The only downside of the Hollywood bowl is the LA traffic but the picnics and shows are always terrific.

Come on it's the Hollywood bowl. I've been going here since 1978. A few tips
1. Become a member and buy a block of your favourite shows.
2. Use public transportation like the bowl shuttle. if you prefer you can hire a rideshare or taxi.
3. Go to the box office if possible to purchase tix. This is especially true if you are getting tix on the day of show. Also there are always touters on the ramp to the buses or in the tunnel.
4. Bring you own food and bevies. You can picnic at the bowl, even at your seat. But check to see if it's a lease event. Those events do not allow outside f/b. But even if it is a lease event you can still picnic in numbered areas outside the bowl before you enter.
5. If you do drive. Be aware that you will be in stacked parking and will most likely have to wait until the car in front of you leaves. Note there is premium un-stacked parking for $$$

Have fun smoke in designated areas!

Epic experience. Well organized. Variety of food selections.

These people are soo dumb. They kicked out Vitaly and his friends for smoking a vape!

Great place to see a show. If only there wasn't LA traffic to deal with ...

Fabulous venue with great special events. Movies are fun but should focus more on musical content (my opinion)

Long lines for small bathrooms. Women use mens restrooms. That's wrong, how would they like it if I used there's?

Simply a beautiful venue unlike any other I've seen. I would highly recommend visiting.

Amazing venue for bands or orchestras. Great atmosphere and sound

Nothing like it on a warm Los Angeles summer evening.

The establishment is a classic, but the parking is horrible.

Saw Maxwell concert and had a beautiful time great seats

Great venue for night concerts.Not accommodating after shows.Had a mess with ride share crowds and parking lot.

One the best places in the world to experience live music is the Hollywood bowl. It can get chilly at night there though so bring warm clothes.

Classic, great landscaping, fantastic ambiance, staffed well

The bowl is magical. The parking is atrocious and uncalled for. I pretty much never go back only because of the parking.

Lovely event space on historic proportions! Even if you are far back you hear everything very clearly and experience the whole show. Make sure to take a blanket and snack to relax and enjoy a great show, no matter what it may be.

Good times always at this location...you can't go wrong to see your favorite artists here.

So cool and nice. Well organised. A generous atmosphere.

I love to see the LA Philharmonic perform here. Classical Tuesdays and Thursdays are my favorites. Pack a picnic basket to enjoy at your seat.

Every year the playboy jazz festival never dissapoints

Watched Garrison Keillor's final performance of "A Prairie Home Companion" there as the sun set on a perfect LA day. Magical.

In comparison to San jose shoreline mountain view, this place is super well organized. Food is pricier as expected but actually quite delicious. Not only that they allow you to bring your own picnic essentially. Well decorated with props and games to keep you entertained until show starts. The shows themselves are amazing as well.

We were there for the Abba Concert Experience, a tribute band from Sweden that does an excellent job of playing Abbas biggest hits. We didn't sit in the close in box seats, but about halfway up. The ball was pretty much full and the Abba band did a good job of turning it into a giant dance party.

My favorite concert venue in LA - such a lovely way to spend a warm summer evening, no matter who's performing!

Legendary spot for all kinds of music.
Also seen in some famous cartoons

A must see if you re in LA.