Hollywood is a strange place. Stay out of the right hand lanes as much as possible, you can park AND drive in the same lanes!

The funny thing about visiting Los Angeles is that no one will admit that they aren't from there. Do not ask for directions unless you're dealing with someone you are sure knows what they are talking about. I recommend police officers, hotel staff, travel guides or bus drivers. Otherwise, use a good map or navigation system. Asking random people will most likely get you hopelessly lost and possibly find you in the wrong part of town.

When travelling on the Red Line to "Hollywood" dont get off at Hollywood and Vine - even though the station looks great with all the movie reels on the ceiling, wait. Get off at Hollywood and Highland, that station is right at the Kodak theatre and is a huge tourist area.

Make sure your taxi driver knows directions!

In and around LA, the freeways are always packed. When you finally get there, expect a hell of a time finding parking. My tip: don't drive anywhere, walk. See if you can get on a treadmill and walk fifteen miles straight for practice. Bring a backpack with all your gear so you don't have to make trips to the car. When you do leave, if by car, leave early or late to beat the traffic (it probably won't make a difference).

Keep your eyes open. The drivers are crazy.

be sure to rent a car - it helps a lot to  travel around!

Watch out! Always a lot of traffic!

the best way to go around is by car. Rent one. you wont regret it.