There are a plethora of options to consider when exploring Studio City, California. Movie buffs will love the offerings at Universal Studios, while nature lovers can enjoy a day of walking or climbing at a local park. No matter what your energy or mobility levels are, there is something for everyone in Studio City. Especially for the cannabis enthusiasts, Studio City is home to one of the best dispensaries in Los Angeles, WHTC LA. At WHTC LA, we love our Studio City community, so we’ve put together a list of some of the best things to do in Studio City for cannabis lovers. Stop at our dispensary and plan a day in the lively and vibrant community of Studio City.
Getting Outdoors
Southern California offers tons of outdoor activities due to its year-round temperate climate and diverse natural landscape. Whether you’re looking for a challenging hike, or a leisurely stroll through a park, Studio City boasts multiple locations for nature lovers.
Coldwater Canyon Park
Beautiful throughout the year, Coldwater Canyon Park offers biking trails, walking paths and hiking featuring breathtaking views and plenty of spaces to relax and take it all in at your own pace.
North Valleyheart Riverwalk
Plush, green, and a true testament to how peaceful nature can be when a community takes the time to care for it. The North Valleyheart Riverwalk is one of the top environmentally-friendly parks in the country. The path here offers a quiet trail shaded by native plants and shrubs – ideal for a light run, dog walk, or stroll in the sun.
For Silverscreen Lovers
Movie buffs are delighted by Studio City and its proximity to major attractions like Universal Studios. These immersive experiences are ideal for anyone who enjoys special effects or wants to learn more about what went into creating some of their favorite movies. Be mindful of cannabis consumption, it is unlawful to consume in public places, so host a smoke sesh at your place before heading out to these locations.
Universal Studio Tours
Go behind the scenes of a real working movie studio, right in Los Angeles, built with creative consultation from Steven Spielberg himself! This tour is action-packed with fast moving images, and sometimes intense examples of special effects.
IMAX With LASER Theatre
One of the most fantastic movie experiences you’ll ever have is at the IMAX with LASER Theatre in Studio City. We can’t choose your movie for you, but whatever you see, it’s sure to be worth it.
Leisure Activities
For those who’d rather spend the day winging it in the downtown area, Studio City is home to shops, restaurants and galleries. Explore Ventura Boulevard, and keep in mind that the most pedestrian-friendly stretch is located between Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Whitsett Avenue.
Studio City Farmers Market
Enjoy this eclectic farmers market on Sunday right on Ventura Boulevard, just over the hill from the Hollywood bustle. Stroll through the quaint Studio City neighborhood with its tree-lined residential streets, while purchasing locally grown produce and handmade artisan goods. There’s great shopping, fun food options, and activities for the whole family, including pony and train rides, face painting, and more.
Décor Art Galleries
Take in the history of Hollywood at your own pace. Décor Art Galleries offers photos and art from some of your favorite movies. Fans of Old Hollywood will be dazzled by the offerings at this gallery. Browse the collection or even purchase art to take home.
Restaurants & Nightlife
Firefly
Located near the iconic Ventura Boulevard, Firefly has a reputation for being one of the best restaurants in Studio City. With beautiful decor and friendly staff, it’s a great option for grabbing classic American cuisine.
Laurel Tavern
Great food, craft beers, and delicious cocktails–enjoy lunch, dinner, or happy hour at Laurel Tavern. If you decide to stay in, they also offer delivery.
WHTC LA Studio City
Though Los Angeles has a variety of dispensaries to choose from, WHTC LA is an established dispensary known for our high-quality selection. We don’t stock any products that we haven’t tried ourselves first, so before you Google, “where is the best dispensary near me?” head straight to WHTC LA.
WHTC LA is a family-owned cannabis dispensary located off the Hollywood Freeway, about two miles east of CBS Studio Center. As one of the early leaders in cannabis retail offerings, we continuously advocate for safe access to cannabis treatments.
You can find a complete list of our products by shopping online, but here are a few of our options:
Flower
Flower is dried cannabis flower, or the smokable parts of cannabis plants. Use flower to roll joints or pack them into pipes, bowls, and bongs.
Pre-Rolls
A pre-roll is a joint that has already been rolled for you. These make for convenient, ready-to-go consumption.
Vaporizers
Vaporizers are handheld devices with a low-temperature heating element that renders the cannabis into vapor.
Edibles
Food and drink products that have been infused with marijuana are called edibles. They come in a lot of different forms. At the WHTC LA store, you can find them in the form of gummies, chocolates, fruit chews, and much more.
Topicals
Topicals include balms, creams, lotions, salves, and anything else infused with marijuana that you can apply to your skin. Topicals are great for using cannabis locally on parts of your body to decrease inflammation or pain.
Learn more about WHTC LA by visiting our virtual store.
*Please note this article in no way advocates for or suggests any illegal partaking of cannabis or marijuana where and when it is unlawful to do such. Please educate yourself on local cannabis laws.