A must go. Its a place full of story. You cam find many musicians and famous people

Hollywood Forever is both a place and a state of mind, and this is the place where so many have made true on that notion and call it their permanent home. From Hollywoods first bonafide blockbuster movie star, Douglas Fairbanks, to great rock and roll legends of our own time, like Chris Cornell - the familiar names which rest here eternally is too long to list. Visiting here is a peaceful and respectful experience. The staff welcomes all, you are free to document your moment on camera. This is Hollywood after all. I used to spend a lot of time at Fairbanks Lawn while working on a script about his life. When Chris Cornell died we went a few days in a row because it was the only way we could cope with it emotionally. This magical cemetery is not a place of sorrow and somber, but a reflection and celebration of the lives lived. You will forget you are right in the middle of the LA concrete jungle, and you can quietly commune with the souls who call it home and the swans that keep them company. All these great lives made the most of life and walked these raucous streets surrounding us, but now they truly rest in peace. It would be the highest honor to one day join them, but its a long and legendary waiting list.

What an amazing resting place! Theres so much beauty there and I know all the cemetery residents love all the people traffic. This is absolutely what I love about LA!We traveled around to visit some of the stars and did get to see so many favorites, like Don Adams, Mel Blanc, Douglas Fairbanks, Hattie Mc Daniel, and Mickey Rooney, and the list goes on and on. And, as many that live close by were jogging, power walking, and strolling through the graves; that huge iconic Hollywood sign in the distance just added to the finishing touches. What an enjoyable day!We havent taken the tour yet, or ventured back up for the movie night, but, we will. Theyve got beautiful peacocks that they let roam the graveyard at night. Only in LA. :)Its the most captivating experience and its a must if your in Santa Monica.

Such a nice day out. Perfect place to goto. Walk around and found Johnny Ramone. Still like the first hits #Blitzkreig bop #Sheena is a punk rocker and the #1 #I wanna be sedated. That got the Ramones punk band super huge in the music punk rock industry.

I think that words are useless when you try to describe a place like the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Its beauty goes well beyond words.I will only say that any tourist in town should make the time to go visit this jewel.

Kitschy but endearing. Lots of wildlife and flair. Definitely not the normal cemetery experience. They even show old movies after dark sometimes. Otherwise, they close at 6pm.

Hollywood Forever Cemetery is the final resting place of many Hollywood greats.This is a large, beautiful and scenic cemetery that takes you back in time.You will need a map to locate the many legends of the silver screen, and the gift shop has maps and items for sale.They are very helpful.Photos are allowed, but not video.A very peaceful place.George Vreeland Hill

Absolutely beautiful, the staff is friendly and courteous AND Judy Garland is now here

Promised my daddy I would keep his name alive @itsrappa

Beautiful place and a great place to visit if you have time. Remember to be respectful of those who were laid to rest!

From beginning to end, my experience with Hollywood Forever and my liaison Noelle Berman was everything I wanted and more.I contacted Noelle Berman when my wifes cancer diagnosis had gone from bad to worse. I had a lot of questions, and Berman handled them with professionalism and compassion. I had some unconventional requests with regard to embalming (no) and cremation (witnessed), and Berman helped to honor every one of them, even in the time of COVID-19. She clearly explained what we could and could not do under the circumstances.After my wifes death, Noelle worked with the funeral director and the cemeterys owner to make sure we created a fitting ceremony. The funeral director, Chanell OFarrill, took the time to understand the ceremony that we wanted, identify some important choices that I had not thought of, and made the whole day seamless. With the help of the gardeners and the owner, we managed to create a unique experience that was a fitting tribute to my beloved wife. I cant thank them enough.

Supported a great charity event (Simply Divine) for the LA LGBT Center, while eating delicious food from some of the best chefs in Los Angeles, last night. The event was in the middle of the Forever Hollywood Cemetery but it felt like I had escaped to some magical place with friendly people, and fantastic champagne. There were vegetarian, and vegan options at many of the tables, and plenty of meat options for those who eat it. There was a fun band playing. There were several wine options in the VIP section, which also included its own private bar, and seating area. Eating delicious food under the stars, with beautiful music playing in the background made for a really enjoyable night, and it was for a truly amazing cause. We will be back next year, and the year after, and the year after, and the year after...

My girlfriend and I came to Hollywood Forever on my birthday, so that I could visit Chris Cornells grave in the Garden of Legends. The grounds turned out to be very easy to navigate, but they do have maps inside the gift shop if you need one. What we ended up finding out is how truly beautiful and magnificent this cemetery actually is. Tucked away inside this giant city is one of the most gorgeous and peaceful places youd never expect to find. Very good place for just spending some time outdoors and enjoying the weather.

I am a long-time fan of The Golden Girls, and like so many fans, had a great affection for Estelle Getty. I wanted to visit her grace in Hollywood Forever and say hello. Walking through this immaculately kept cemetery was both inspiring and sad. We couldnt get in to see the tomb of Judy Garland (we had to peer through the glass) but we did see hundreds of monuments of many famous and less-than famous people. It seems that after about a generation. many of the monuments are left unvisited. I guess that is the way of things, but it also made me wonder about all the money spent on the large and lavish monuments. Looking at Estelle Gettys simple headstone, I felt the power of the words inscribed - With love and laughter - came from her long and well-lived life.

A fascinating stop in LA, definitely worth a day trip. Honestly it’s a beautiful facility and allows for some great conversations and meditation on the topics of fame, and death. I will be back for sure!

We go here often. Very pastoral, a fine place to go for a walk and be sure to bring a piece of bread to feed the ducks. Make sure you don’t miss the Johnny Ramone memorial.

First time visit. Definitely much to see, so make sure you have all day if youre trying to locate celebrity graves. The security guards/guides are very friendly and informative.

OMG the 🦚 they got running around!!! Took my SLS client to visit some family members. Love the water fountains they provide for the flowers vases

Be aware they randomly say its closed if they have an event later. Wont let you in even hours before.

Way more fun that the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and less busy. Highlights include: The gangs of feral cats that roam the cemetery. The peacock enclosure with posturing males and skittish females. A modest monument to the dog that played Toto in the Wizard of Oz. Loads of other celebrity tombstones. Worth a visit.

We selected Hollywood Forever because it is a place that always brought our family joy. We love the idea of family and friends visiting us in a setting so filled with life. We have wonderful memories of yearly visits to Dia de Los Muertos and the Johnny Ramone Tribute together as a family.Our daughter died unexpectedly last year, and we have learned firsthand how much comfort Hollywood Forever provides for the loved ones left behind. Adela and her team lovingly and respectfully guided us through the arrangements and the service. Our daughter’s grave gives us comfort and the ability to honor her memory. We are so grateful for the freedom we have to personalize her grave and the opportunity to comfortably spend time there. Knowing that her friends gather there sharing memories is incredibly special. On each visit, we make time to visit with the abundant wildlife at the lake and sometimes they even visit us at the grave.

Not sure what the recent review from Amanda was all about? This cemetery is an amazing experience with many celebrities including but not limited to; Johnny from the Ramones, the Judy Garland pavillion, Rudolph Valentino, and Tyrone Power. Also, unlike other cemeteries this one will give you a guidebook as well as a map for a small fee. One of thee absolute best experiences in Hollywood!!!

Beautiful cemetery where we watched The Wizard of Oz. Really fun night!

Went for Cinespia Movies after dark.Always a great time

Really a memorable place many celebrities are resting here. Just cannot say more.

Many famous people buried here. It is full of history, and the grounds are very well kept.

One of the must visit places in LA. Very quiet and beautiful.

I had the difficult decision of deciding where to lay my beautiful 18 yr old daughter to rest. It is obviously something I never dreamt of discussing with her. I have never been fond of cemeteries as they always felt so sad to me. My daughter was such an amazing person and was environmentally conscious. I heard about memorial Forests where you could be laid to rest and grow as a tree. I knew immediately that is what my daughter would want. What I wasn’t expecting was how gorgeous the grounds at Hollywood Forever are. It felt like a secret garden within a busy city, and the energy was so positive, peaceful and full of love. Adela helped me every step of the way, being so kind and always quick to respond to me. The day of the ceremony was perfect and the funeral director and all involved were so helpful and kind. This is truly a magical place!

Very well kept up, definitely should stop by when your in Hollywood, pay your respects to the famous that are no longer with us.

Very nice and peaceful place to visit. There are so many interesting and historical things to see.

From the outside you would never know there was a concert happening here on some nights. But there are souls reveling in the joys of music. Beautiful building. The acoustics are nice too.

An amazing experience, very intimate. Would have given it 5 stars but the venue is seated, gives it more of a classroom feel than a concert experience.

Its a real piece of Hollywood history. Next to Paramount Studios on Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood. Tours, movie nights, gorgeous scenery, random appearances by Lana Del Rey, animals and celebrities. Although like any cemetery its sad and somber, its beautiful to see how these lives are loved.

Had driven by Hollywood Forever Cemetry hundreds of times before I finally visited. I guess it was my deep-seated anti-celebrity feelings that kept me away but my even deeper love for Mr. Jonathan Gold and my need to mourn his passing drove me to enter the grounds. First time was on my own, as I was afraid Id break down sobbing and didnt want to embarass myself. Second time was with Gold Elite Yelper Kim T., who showed me around and helped me find the historical significance of this famous Los Angeles resting place.The grounds are well maintained and its easy to drive around and park near a gravesite youd like to visit. Mr. Golds final resting place is near the memorial for the Los Angeles Times bombing (which occurred in 1920, 21 were killed, thanks Kim T for the heads up about this stunning memorial). I was also able to pay my respects to Hattie McDaniel at her lovely memorial, as well as various other famous people who have made their final journey.If you want to find the celebrities, do a quick internet search and youll find all the info you need.RIP JG.

Tell Johnny and Dee Dee I sent ya

I have never heard of this cemetery but SO glad we stopped in! I normally do not gush about peaceful locations such as cemeteries but this one is incredibly unique and beautiful.The grounds are gorgeous, and it made for a nice walk and experience. There were lots of celebrities buried here but what was more incredible were the outstanding memorial/gravestones for so many. The craftsmanship along with the $ that folks invest in their departed loved ones is off the charts.

Beautiful grounds. Very peaceful

Such an iconic Hollywood experience. 🎥

I am very impressed and pleased with Hollywood Forever Cemetery. The place is beautiful. But what makes this place special is the staff. Norma Moran, our funeral counselor assisted us during this difficult time by guiding us through the funeral process. During the ceremony our funeral counselor Channal was extremely helpful by providing ideas and recommendations. I will forever be grateful to Hollywood Forever. Thank you!

Our familys first Dia de Los muertos parade since moving to Los Angeles! Hopefully the first of many more! Such a wonderful day celebrating culture and community! The festivities begin as early as 12 with multiple stages featuring traditional dancing and music. There is a free photo set supplied by the cemetery as well as a costume party featuring some of the best day of the dead costumes and make up sponsored by local production teams. Food and drinks are prohibited at entry but vendors inside have an assortment of dishes for you to choose from. Fun for the whole family and a tradition to be enjoyed by all those who are fortunate enough to find parking!

Very well maintained, glad that I had a chance to visit Chris Cornell

Hollywood Forever is one of the finest cemetery in LA. It is beautiful and well kept cemetery. They have some famous celebrity. Also, they host cinespia every year.

I received compassionate service and support from Adela. She devoted much time to me and patiently addressed each of my concerns. She helped me identify and secure the very best location within the cemetery. Every detail was addressed with the highest level of attention. The cemetery grounds are kept impeccably and it is a joy to visit.

I have no complaints on the beauty and the caretaking of the grounds, this is definitely an amazing cemetery for your loved ones to rest at peace. My only dissatisfaction is with those of us that have family members interred in the mausoleum. I would hope they (cemetery) would have something more efficient to be able to leave flowers for those family members that are interred too high and out of reach. Those stick things (sorry dont know the correct name) are so frustrating and they hardly ever help get the flowers up there. I hope someone would be considerate enough and have some empathy for those of us that just want to be able to leave our loved one flowers without the headache and frustration. And yes I did express my concern and frustration with the front office...all I got was a sorry but no solution. I guess Ill just hope for the best...

Beautiful place interesting place to visit. the peacocks are adorable gorgeous and amazing. The scenery with wildlife, around pretty interesting. there are cats roaming around, but overall its a great place for those who are resting there. Judy garland is just around the corner from the mausoleum. pretty sad how no one visits thee older graves that are way in the back

Beautiful place to visit and a fantastic location for movies at the park.

Cinespia is the best way to experience the cemetery. Unless you have relatives there, then that may be a more appropriate reason to visit.

Such a peaceful and historic place. Paid respects to the great Chris Cornell

Amazing venue....cant wait to go back!

Very beautiful cemetery. And the experience is definitely worth the visit. The people who gave less than 3 stars obviously have no appreciation for Hollywood legends or immortalizing their final finishes nor have they done any research prior to their visit on celebrity grave location. I understand if they had a personal issue with a staff member or their own lack or direction during their visit but its definitely a place locals or LA visitors need to check out. I had no trouble finding celebrities and I loved how many graves had intricate and custom designs. Worth many visits!

The hardest day of my life was when I was told my brother had been killed in a motorcycle accident. I went crazy all confused looking for a cemetery and thanks to Noelle Berman it felt like I had found the right place to lay my brother to rest. I recently moved to another state and Noelle told me she didnt mind video chat me in my brothers niche so I can talk to him in private. Thank you so much Noelle for all your help and for showing us genuine compassion in this hard time for me and my dad.

Very cool, lots of cats roaming around.

Great festival the day of the death.

I wanted to visit the Hollywood Forever Cemetery for some time now. We found some parking and walked around the cemetery until we found the graves I wanted to visit. I paid my respects to Johnny Ramone and Chris Cornell. Chris is buried right next to Johnny. The grounds are well kept and there are events held at various times of the year.

My father past away this August 28,2020 from COVID-19 & a STROKED 😢 There the beginning & end Norma has been the sweetest person ever. She took me step by step threw this painful process of barring my father. Norma has been communicating with me& my family threw this difficult time.Am so thankful to God for putting my such a amazing human being like Norma.I recommend her 120%

When my brother in law tragically passed away in 2016, our family received exceptional care during a very tender time in our life. We felt very fortunate to have had Noelle Berman help us with all the necessary arrangements that needed to be done. Noelle is a special person who is compassionate and caring, she made us feel at ease which is what you need at a time like that.Also, as soon as we began walking the stunning grounds of Hollywood Forever Cemetery, we knew for sure that we were in the right place for Wes to rest in peace.

The online service was done very well. They not only guided us through a tough time but they had patience in explaining the process. Norma helped us with our questions and gave us diligent explanations. On top of that sending and receiving documents was also easy.

Amazing place, I love it here.

Early morning might get a little too crowded with difficulty to navigate through the cemetery or find parking.. Tranquil place with plenty to see... Including these peacock family..

Ill like to thank you to Hollywood Forever for the event of Día De Los Muertos sunday November 1frst 2020This was my second year to be part of this tradition to remember and celebrated our love ones that pass away and also to continue yo our culture and our tradition of many of Us.The ceremony of the day of the dead then continuing with the mass and finishing with the caravan to the cripts with the mariachi not forgetting the altar and decoration.Everything was so beautiful and lovely.Thank you again 🙏🙏🙏🙏 for all the hard work who do this possible.

Stunning graves from the people who made Hollywood! friendly staff, obliging to tourists! This place is incredible and somber. PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL!!! the scenery is breath taking and its therapeutic walking through here. It takes about 2 hours to take your time and stroll through. Be sure to bring a camera and your walking shoes. There is a florist on site and l

Beautiful cemetery with lots of Hollywood history

Peaceful History

I love this place... from visiting on a regular day to attending events like film screenings and the annual day of the dead. Beautiful well kept grounds and such beautiful animals roaming the grounds. If you want to stop by to honor the dead, capture beautiful pictures with photography, then this is the place to come.

Worth a visit. Free entrance. Map 5 $

This is a large and beautiful cemetery. Make sure to top by the font entrance to buy a map for $5. The map is really helpful for find out where the celebrities are buried. But also take some time to look around at some of the other burial plots.

I know this is a cemetery and burial place of famous people but let me tell you this, it is not worth the visit. You will end up in your car driving around in circles and there is not many celebrities as promised as it is normal people mainly. The only positive I will give to it is that the scenery is beautiful and the fields are well kept. But in my opinion, I do not think Hollywood Forever is worth the visit.

Both of my parents passed in the past year and a half. My father was pre Covid and my mother was during Covid. Norma was a blessing to our family. She handled everything with a sympathetic ear and was a professional at the same time. My fathers funeral was an all inclusive funeral and Hollywood Cemetety handled everything from the church service, graveside service, to providing us with a place to celebrate the life that we lost. My mother’s funeral was in July and once again Norma was pivotal in making sure the graveside service was safe and respectful. We all had masks and we were all spaced six feet apart and yet it was still a beautiful service. Thank you Norma and Forever Cemetary for all you have done for our family.

Such a cool cemetery

Andrea Gibson performed here and it was amazing as always.

Best celebrity cemetery in Los Angeles. Mickey Rooney as well as Judy Garland are buried here. So is Rudolph Valentino and Tyrone Power. The list goes on and on. Check Google for a list of famous people buried here.

A fascinating stop in LA, definitely worth a day trip. Honestly it’s a beautiful facility and allows for some great conversations and meditation on the topics of fame, and death. I will be back for sure!

This is a pretty cemetery but thats all it is. There were only a couple of celebrities we found and one of them was Toto. Its mostly regular people. Its not worth the time to go even once. If theres an event when you plan to visit, maybe you can try it.

Ms Norma Moran was a great help during our time of need. She is amazing and very compassionate .

Grab a blanket and enjoy a classic movie

Where the cool people hang .....✨🙏

Love this place...my father is resting here..I love that is always well kept and clean.

We the Tripodi/Benavides Family would love to share that Noelle Berman is an absolutely incredible amazing great human being. Noelle Berman is competent, caring and thoughtful and made my family and I so proud and honored to have my brother Jimmy Tripodi at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. We are so grateful for the respect Noelle has shown my family and I at this difficult time.Respectfully,Jimmy Tripodi Family

Came for the Labrynth outdoor showing. Was lots of fun, but super crowded. Hard to find space if you didnt show up early. Also bring a chair or something to lean against because it can get tiring. Food stands were great and they had wine and beer.

Came here for a beautiful outdoor concert. Not sure if the production value is tied to the specific concert or the venue but it was awesome. Parking was all sold out at the lots they contract with so I ended up parking two blocks north and it wasnt too hard to find. Ample facilities too so overall a great experience.

My favorite thing to do in summer! They show awesome old movies. Just take a blanket, wine, and some munchies and have a great time with your friends! Good date place too. They always have a DJ while you wait for the movie to start, and a really cool photo Booth with the theme of the movie for that night. Even if you get there just before the movie begins, its not too hard to find a little spot to set up camp.

I saw Lana Del Ray perform at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery - amazing show framed in this incredible cemetery. The cemetery itself is impressive, beautiful, and somber. The space for the show (and movies), is lovely - with tall palm trees swaying overhead and the setting sun bringing out the stars.Bring a blanket, snacks, and treat this like a picnic. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!Pro tip - if you can purchase on-site parking, do it. Parking is a bit of a challenge in the area!

Really beautifully kept cemetery. Its MASSIVE so bring water and good walking shoes. The Mausoleums and peacocks are gorgeous!

What a great experience! Seeing one of my favorite bands LA WITCH tonight in a VERY beautiful cemetery. Id want to be buried here so that i can enjoy great live music when i roam the earth as a ghost! 👍 Very cool place.

The events (movie screening and concerts) on the Fairbanks lawn are a must do for those living in or visiting LA. Truly one of a kind experience (you can bring a picnic too!), very well managed. If you go to an event on the lawn and drive there, opt for the parking pass. Even though its $20, it allows you to skip the regular entry line and part right on the grounds (who doesnt love a little drive through a cemetery late at night?). However on site parking to events at the super intimate Masonic Lodge on the property is free and the space is also really nice for smaller shows!

Music was to loud in my car, security didnt appove. If we could only wake the dead....

I went on their ghost tours a couple of years back. That was interesting no nothing scary or apparitions happened but the tour guide gave an insightful history of the cemetery. Which was very sad at one point because the entire place was in dire ruins and was literally owned by someone whos main concern was about money rather than the sympathetic issues at hand. For example: the huge strip mall directly out front was actually part of the cemetery, in fact it was a huge grassy knoll with mosaic buildings and landscapes. The owner sold to a developer for profit disregarding the beauty of place. How sad? But the owners now have restored and brought back the cemetery to what it once use to be and maintain it now. Good for them. We should always have respect for our deceased. I want to go to some of the venues again they are interesting....

A young actress is barried here her and her name is Judy Garland rest in peace

Attended the Cinespia showing of Ghostbusters. This was such an awesome event and I can see why it is a must attend while in LA. Tickets sellout weeks in advance so plan accordingly. There is live music and you can bring your own drinks/food. We had a little picnic and watched an iconic movie. Couldn’t ask for a better way to spend my Saturday night.

Yoga!

This place is beautiful and so peaceful. The staff are great, very friendly and helpful. I really just wanted to see Crypt #1205 in the Cathedral Mausoleum but ended up walking a lot of the grounds because the monuments and grounds are so beautiful.

Ive only been to a concert here (Phantogram), but the experience was really fun. You can picnic bringing food/beer/wine so its similar to the Hollywood Bowl in that sense, but its more casual and comfortable since you lay out blankets and sit on the grass while the show/movie is going on. Its definitely an experience to be in a cemetery for a concert or movie, a little creepy at first when you see all the gigantic headstones but youre in an area separate from all the grave sites. I would only hope most people are respectful of those buried here walking back to their cars.

I love this place. My Dad is buried here, in the Rose Garden. Never had any issues until recently. Groundkeepers/staff removed an angel statue weve had for several years as a gravemarker! Wish they would have put up signs in advance they would be discarding stuff left on gravesites on a regular basis. We wouldve taken it home. Theres a sign there NOW, which says items would be discarded effective 08/23/19, but we went on 08/16/19 and it was already gone. That was just wrong!

For been a cemetery, unless you know is there, you wouldnt know that it is. The front of the main building is beautiful & it is also a historic place. The growns look pretty & well kept as well.

Just an awesome venue. BYOB, picnic, outdoors - good vibes. Bring a blanket, sum friends and lay in the grass. And its in the middle of a cemetery. Live music / epic cult classic movies.

While the location is wild, the acoustics arent the best. I mean I know its a lodge and really not supposed to be used as a music venue, but I dunno, a little disappointing. Feels pretty cool driving through a cemetary to get there to be honest. Parking is also free!

I dont make a habit of hanging out here--just a tad too spooky for me in general--but the Cinespia experience is lovely. Definitely an L.A. bucket list item and something I would recommend to folks visiting the city for the first time and/or as tourists.

Peaceful...

Beautiful, peaceful, and full of life and history.

Who doesnt love watching a movie or going to a concert in an unconventional environment / location? I DO!Hollywood Forever hosts all kinds of rad events such as movie screenings (Cinespia) or concerts with some of todays hottest stars. They have other events as well but have only attended the venue for the above types of events.