When it comes to Hollywood attractions, Madame Tussauds needs no introduction. But beyond the fame of the museum itself, its halls are packed with famous faces who either grew up in L.A. or made the city the backdrop for their rise to stardom.
While you might catch a glimpse of a celeb across an intersection or a crowded restaurant, chances are you won’t want to bug them in the real world. At Madame Tussauds, however, stars of past and present are always ready for their close-up. Here are some of the biggest L.A. sensations you’ll spot on your next visit.
Sports
Right in the lobby, Kobe Bryant is the first to greet you, just as he has since the museum opened. L.A.’s hometown sports hero is honored here with a meaningful tribute to his five NBA championships and 20-year career with the Lakers. Take a moment to stand beside a Lakers legend, pay your respects, and snap a photo to remember.
Stage and Screen
Old Hollywood – Step through the doors and the golden era of cinema is still going strong. Wander the dedicated wing, find your spot on the red carpet, and snap a photo with legends like Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, and Clark Gable, who made their names here in L.A.
Today’s Hollywood – Keep walking, and you’ll run into some of L.A.’s most noteworthy actors. Angela Bassett, Danny Trejo, and Brad Pitt are waiting for you, and Viola Davis’s newly unveiled figure has just joined the lineup.
Movie Magic – Team up with Marvel heroes, meet Jake Sully from Avatar, or come face-to-face with screen legends like Dracula and Edward Scissorhands. Which character will you bring home in your camera roll?
Music
Consider this your backstage pass to L.A.’s music scene. Slip through the door and find yourself surrounded by West Coast hitmakers like Snoop Dogg and Katy Perry (cue “California Gurls”). Fresh faces keep the room buzzing, too, with expertly sculpted figures of Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande, both longtime L.A. residents. Who would you choose as your duet partner?
Comedy
Whether you’ve scored free tickets to Jimmy Kimmel Live! or it’s still on your L.A. bucket list, your seat is ready. Step into a recreated studio set, just steps from where the real show tapes across the street on Hollywood Boulevard.
Here, you’re not just in the audience; you’re the VIP. Slide behind the host’s desk, settle onto the guest couch, and pose like you’re about to deliver the night’s biggest story.
Reality
The Kardashian/Jenner rise to fame started in L.A., so it only makes sense that Kim and Kylie are waiting for you here. Whether you’ve been an OG Keeping Up With the Kardashians fan from day one or you just want to trick your friends into thinking you met them, these two are always camera-ready.
Kylie’s figure even fooled her own family: she famously used her wax figure to FaceTime her relatives before its 2017 unveiling, and they bought it. Could you pull off the same prank?
Madame Tussauds is located on Hollywood Boulevard, just west of the TCL Chinese Theatre. The highly interactive, photo-worthy attraction is open daily from 10 am to 8 pm. Tickets start at $29.
