There is extensive work being done on the roof causing several areas to be closed to the tour. What we saw was nice. The arrangements for tickets and the tour appeared to be volunteer run and at times was chaotic. However there was free and sufficient parking; not always the case in LA. More

Do go to the Friday night evening wine tasting before you start your weekend! Beautiful views! And you are drinking for a great cause! (Wine by Silverlake Wine Co.) as this is a benefit run by the Friends of the Hollyhock House! You'll catch the evening breeze and enjoy spectacular views and locals! Not bring our out of town family... More

Set up on a hill overlooking Hollywood, this house is a treasure to the architectural houses of Los Angeles. More

Located in Barnsdall Park in East Hollywood at Vermont, easy to miss location with minimal signage. Drive in and up the hill for parking and walk through the park, between the galleries to find the House. Call the Gallery in advance for tour schedule and tickets. Frank Lloyd Wright design, half under renovation, with a fully furnished living room and... More

We were really lucky to be visiting when tours were offered. In June construction began to restore the porch and, when we were there in October, tours were available Friday - Sunday (usually Wednesday-Sundays). There are lots of areas that need renovation so be sure and check schedules -----. Also ask if the documentary about the structural work done to... More

And speaking of architects (weren't we?), my favorite, latest, must-see attraction in L.A. is Hollyhock House (4800 Hollywood Blvd; www.hollyhockhouse.net), designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. It's in Barnsdall Art Park which is a gorgeous little pocket park of land just up a hill from Hollywood and Vermont area. Can't tell you how many times we drove by here and never... More

We only toured the outside of the house, but it was in pretty sad shape. The landscaping in the park was nice, and the views are great, almost 360 degrees. The best views are of the Griffith Observatory. More

This is a classic Art Deco masterpiece, I am glad I saw it before it falls into even worse disrepair. Kudos to the people trying to keep the building going but the concrete is wearing sadly. It is still a beauty to see and the inside tour is worth the time. The views of the Hollywood hills from the park... More