Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Universal City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Universal City

With a population of 105,000, Universal City is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Universal City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Universal City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tony Roma's - City Walk (1000 Universal Studios Blvd, Suite 122) and Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City (555 Universal Hollywood Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Universal City

Universal City in November
Estimated package price
$589
2 travelers
Flight to Universal City
3 nights at hotel
Universal City in November
Estimated package price
$589
2 travelers
Flight to Universal City
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Universal City

Plane

When flying to Universal City, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Universal City include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Universal City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Universal City.

Car

Another option to get to Universal City is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 6 miles from Universal City. You’ll find branches of MEXRENTACAR and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Universal City, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Universal City include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Universal City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Universal City.

Car

Another option to get to Universal City is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 6 miles from Universal City. You’ll find branches of MEXRENTACAR and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Universal City

LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Universal City

Lufthansa
Good (7,156 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,364 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,031 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,965 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,632 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,853 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,778 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,467 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,810 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (804 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,273 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,591 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,393 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,081 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (355 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,246 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,292 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,895 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,212 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Universal City

Most booked hotels in Universal City

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Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3846 reviews)
$276+
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Sheraton Universal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2167 reviews)
$265+
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Andaz West Hollywood-a concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1102 reviews)
$263+
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Travelodge By Wyndham Lax
2 stars
Good (7.4, 4100 reviews)
$107+
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Hotel Pacific, Manhattan Beach
2 stars
Good (6.8, 1486 reviews)
$91+
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Motel 6-Los Angeles, Ca - Los Angeles - Lax
2 stars
Good (6.8, 4281 reviews)
$100+
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Renting a car in Universal City

Renting a car in Universal City costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Universal City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Universal City is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Universal City costs $57 per day, on average, or $113 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Universal City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Universal City is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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