Perhaps the best way to experience this architectural landmark is on a self-guided tour. Since Hollyhock House uses timed ticketing for self-guided tours, you should buy tickets in advance—online or over the phone—to find a time that fits your itinerary. As you explore, pick up a guidebook to help you learn about the house as you wander. Alternatively, you can try a docent-led tour of the exterior or the full home; both are offered weekly.
Hollyhock House is located in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles and is easily accessible by car and metro. If you’re driving, you can find the house just a few blocks north of Santa Monica Boulevard, in Barnsdall Art Park. If you prefer to take public transit, hop on the red line, and get out at the Vermont/Sunset LA Metro stop.
Hollyhock House is open Thursday to Saturday, and closed on major holidays. Docent-led, full-home tours are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. To attend your docent-led tour of Hollyhock House, arrive a few minutes early at the Visitor Center to meet your group. Alternatively, book a timed entry ticket, and be sure to arrive on time—if you show up more than 30 minutes late, you may not be admitted.
Since Hollyhock House is situated in Barnsdall Art Park, you can take advantage of the California sunshine by exploring this green space. If you arrive around lunchtime, the well-tended lawns are ideal for a picnic. Otherwise, stop by after your Hollyhock House visit, and continue a cultural excursion with a stop at the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery or a show at the neighboring Barnsdall Gallery Theatre.
