Once a private mansion, this stately turn-of-the-century residence turned private club is the stuff of legend. Though the castle is members only, you may have a shot at a non-resident membership if you live more than 60 miles (100 kilometers) outside of Los Angeles. Otherwise, there are two ways to visit the castle without a membership. The first is to stay at the nearby Magic Castle Hotel, and the second is with a member's guest card.
The castle is conveniently located right off Hollywood Boulevard, so you can easily pair a visit with a stroll along the Walk of Fame, a haunted Hollywood tour, or even an area scavenger hunt. Most Hollywood tours and activities include stops at nearby attractions, like the TCL Chinese Theatre.
You can find the Magic Castle on Franklin Avenue, in Hollywood. If you drive, take the Hollywood Freeway to exit 8C, if you're heading north, or exit 9C, if you're driving south. The castle offers valet parking. Hop-on hop-off bus tours may also be a great option, since stops along Hollywood Boulevard are typically included.
The Magic Castle is the perfect place for dinner and a show, so arrive as early as 5pm to get your evening started. Dinner is served before the main show, and the castle may stay open as late as 2am on busy nights. You should arrive early, and stay late.
Since the Magic Castle Hotel is right next door, it's a great option for a comfy place to stay. The hotel includes Wi-Fi, a pool, and even a popsicle hotline that you can ring for an ice cold treat. With free snacks, laundry, and breakfast, it offers a great deal in a typically pricey town.
