Universal Studios Hollywood is located in the northwest suburbs of downtown Los Angeles, is a must-visit place for tourists to Los Angeles. Hollywood is a world famous studio, some filmmakers began filming here in the early 20th century, by 1928 has formed a strong lineup led by eight major film companies such as Paramount. Since the 1930s, Hollywood has become a cultural center in the United States, with many writers, musicians and movie stars living in nearby Beverly Hills.