Universal CityWalk#Universal CityWalk Hollywood

{{Short description|Entertainment complex at Universal theme parks}}

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Universal CityWalk is the name shared by the entertainment and retail districts located adjacent to the theme parks of Universal Destinations & Experiences. CityWalk began as an expansion of Universal's first park, Universal Studios Hollywood, and serves as an entrance plaza from the parking lots to the theme parks. CityWalk can also be found at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, Japan, and Universal Beijing Resort in Beijing, China.

CityWalk Hollywood and CityWalk Orlando have some common tenants, but their respective architectural styles are quite different. Where CityWalk Hollywood incorporates a classic modern blend of Hollywood, CityWalk Orlando is almost entirely modern in appearance.

Universal CityWalk Hollywood

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| location = Universal City, California

| coordinates = {{coord|34.1359945|-118.3551362}}

| address = 100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, California 91608

| opening_date = *{{start date and age|May 1993}}

  • amphitheatre: {{start date and age|June 28, 1972}}
  • theater: {{start date and age|July 4, 1987}}{{cite book|first1=Dade|last1=Hayes|first2=Jonathan|last2=Bing|title=Open Wide: How Hollywood Box Office Became a National Obsession|publisher=Miramax Books|year=2004|isbn=1401352006|pages=315–7}}
  • expansion: {{start date and age|April 7, 2000}}

| closing_date = amphitheatre: {{start date and age|September 6, 2013}}

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| owner = Universal Destinations & Experiences

| architect = Jon Jerde

| number_of_stores = 29

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| publictransit = {{LACMTA link logo}}Universal City/Studio City Station

| website = {{Official website|https://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/citywalk}}

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CityWalk is separate from Universal Studios Hollywood although it does serve as an entrance from the parking lot to Universal Studios.{{Cite news|url=https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1993-05-25-me-39602-story.html|title=Celebrating L.A. Icons : Universal CityWalk Is for Real--Almost|last=SMITH|first=DOUG|date=1993-05-25|work=Los Angeles Times|access-date=2018-12-09|language=en-US|issn=0458-3035}} Inspiration came from the Horton Plaza according to Jon Jerde, the architecture of CityWalk Hollywood tries to capture the architecture found all over Los Angeles.{{Cite news|url=https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2000-apr-24-ca-22793-story.html|title=The Real Mastermind Behind CityWalk|last=NELSON|first=JIM|date=2000-04-24|work=Los Angeles Times|access-date=2018-12-09|language=en-US|issn=0458-3035}}File:Universal CityWalk Hollywood 5.JPG

Universal CityWalk Hollywood is a three-block entertainment, dining, shopping promenade. It has more than 30 eateries, a 19-screen movie theater featuring IMAX, 7 night spots, indoor skydiving and more than 30 stores.

= History =

Designed by Jon Jerde, CityWalk opened in May 1993 adjacent to the Cineplex Odeon cinema (operated by AMC Theatres since 2006). A $1 billion, {{convert|93000|sqft|m2|abbr=on}} expansion opened in 2000, with planning also executed by Jerde Associates. Street performers (magicians and musicians) are a common sight.

CityWalk's central plaza is topped by a 170-foot radial trellis designed and built by Pearce Structures{{cite web|url=http://www.pjpearcedesign.com/|title = Peter Jon Pearce site – Building Systems Developments – other projects}} (who also constructed Biosphere 2). The courtyard features a leaping fountain, created by WET. A huge television monitor brought in by Panasonic, is located above the multiplex, showing upcoming Universal movie releases, music videos, and NBCUniversal promotions stands next to the giant guitar towering over the Hard Rock Cafe.

In January 2010, the music video for Justin Bieber's song "Baby" was recorded here.

= 5 Towers =

"5 Towers" is an interactive outdoor concert venue on Universal CityWalk, featuring a technologically advanced staging system. The stage is equipped with thousands of LED fixtures, motion capture sensors, five soaring 42-foot light tower sculptures, a massive video monitor, and a state-of-the-art audio system.

The new staging system serves as the structural artistic centerpiece for CityWalk. It features live music.

= Dining =

File:Jamba Juice Universal Hollywood.jpg store located along the CityWalk in Universal Studios Hollywood.]]

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Casual DiningQuick Service EateriesSnack & Refreshments
Antojito's Cocina MexicanaFirehouse SubsBen and Jerry's
Bubba Gump Shrimp CompanyJamba JuiceCinnabon
Buca di BeppoKFC Express / Pizza Hut ExpressHello Kitty and Friends Cafe
Jimmy Buffett's MargaritavillePanda ExpressInsomnia Cookies
Johnny Rockets Restaurant & Sports LoungePink's Famous Hot DogsMenchie's Frozen Yogurt
NBC Sports Grill & BrewRaising Cane'sStarbucks
Slice HouseTaco BellThe Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen
The Toothsome Chocolate EmporiumThe Habit Burger GrillVoodoo Doughnut
Vivo Italian KitchenUncle Sharkii PokeWetzel's Pretzels
Wasabi at CityWalk

= Shopping =

File:Raider Image, Universal CityWalk Hollywood front 1.JPG

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Apparel & AccessoriesCollectibles, Games & NoveltiesFood Specialities, Home, Health & Beauty
LidsCartooniversalIT'SUGAR
Lids Locker RoomCelebrity AuthenticsKarma and Luck
Line Friends SquareDodgers Clubhouse StoreNectar Bath Treats
Shoe PalaceHot TopicSephora
SunsastionsNBA Store
The Los Angeles Sock MarketProduction Central
Tilly'sSuper Nintendo World Store
Universal Studios StoreSanrio Smile Shop
Things From Another World

= Entertainment =

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Night SpotsExperiencesCinemasGame Show Taping
Bubba Gump Shrimp CompanyEscapologyUniversal CinemaFamily Feud (2010–2011)
Buca di BeppoiFly Hollywood (2006-2025)|
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville|

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Universal CityWalk Orlando

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| location = Universal Orlando Resort

| coordinates = {{coord|28.4722676|-81.4656319}}

| address = 6000 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, Florida 32819

| opening_date = {{start date and age|February 4, 1999}}

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| publictransit = {{bus icon|12 px|local transit}} File:LYNX transportation logo.svg 21, 37, & 40

| website = {{Official website|universalorlando.com/Nightlife/Citywalk-Nightlife.aspx}}

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{{Orlando Universal}}

File:Universal CityWalk Orlando 2008.jpg

File:Cineplex Universal.jpeg movie theater at CityWalk Orlando]]

The Universal CityWalk in Orlando opened in February 1999 as one component of the expansion that transformed Universal Studios Florida into Universal Orlando Resort. It was built over the former Universal Studios parking lot and entrance. Guests arriving at the resort park in one of two parking garages then travel via covered moving walkways over Universal Boulevard into CityWalk. From there, guests can proceed into either of the theme parks: Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure.

= Dining =

File:HardRockCafeOrlando.jpg

==Former Dining ==

= Entertainment =

File:Universal Studios, Orlando - panoramio (11).jpg]]

  • Universal Cinemark at CityWalk, previously operated by Loews Theatres until January 26, 2006, when AMC Theatres merged the Loews Theatres chain, and previously operated by AMC until 2018.
  • Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom
  • CityWalk's Rising Star – A karaoke club featuring a live band and backup Singers.
  • Hard Rock Live – A separate performance venue adjacent to the Hard Rock Cafe
  • Red Coconut Club
  • Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville – Live bands take to the restaurant's stage to perform every evening.
  • Hollywood Drive-In Mini Golf – A miniature golf course harkening back to 1950s era drive-in movies. The facility has two different and intricately themed courses: "The Haunting of Ghostly Greens" and "Invaders from Planet Putt-Putt". Opened in March 2012.
  • Universal's Great Movie Escape – An Escape room experience with rooms themed to both Back to the Future and Jurassic World.

= Former Entertainment =

= Shopping =

  • Candy Smith (at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium)
  • CityWalk Hub Store
  • Hart & Huntington Tattoo Company
  • The Smuggler's Hold (at Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville)
  • Universal Studios Store

==Former Shopping ==

= Exhibition =

  • Universal Epic Universe Preview Center

= Incident =

On April 22, 2011, a 33-year-old man from Winter Haven, Florida, was found unconscious in front of the Universal Cineplex 20 theater after being tased by an off-duty police officer due to disorderly conduct. The man was taken to Dr. P. Phillips Hospital and later died.{{cite web|url=http://content.usatoday.com/communities/ondeadline/post/2011/04/fla-man-dies-after-being-tasered-at-universal-studios-complex/1|title=Fla. man dies after police Taser him at Universal Studios complex|work=USATODAY.COM}}{{cite web|url=http://www.theledger.com/news/20120316/autopsy-concludes-police-restraints-killed-winter-haven-man|title=Autopsy: Police restraints killed Winter Haven man|work=theledger.com}}

Universal CityWalk Osaka

File:Universal CityWalk Osaka 2.JPG

The Universal CityWalk Osaka opened to public on March 31, 2001 as part of the Universal Studios Japan.

= Dining =

  • Red Lobster
  • Nolboo
  • Ganko
  • Shinobuan
  • Inaba Wako
  • Shabu Sai
  • Yakiniku Karubin Champ
  • Fugetsu USA
  • Gottie's Beef
  • Pommenoki
  • Fujin Raijin RA-MEN
  • Kamakura Pasta
  • Kobe Motomachi Doria
  • Moana Kitchen
  • Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
  • Hard Rock Cafe
  • Kushiro Monogatari
  • Bistro 309
  • TGI Fridays
  • Aen Table
  • Kyoto Katsugyu
  • Daikisuisan Kaitensushi
  • Mos Burger
  • Funfun
  • Popcorn Papa
  • Moomin Stand
  • Momi & Toy's
  • 551 Horai
  • Pizza Napoletano
  • Kineya Mugimaru
  • Romaken
  • St-Marc Cafe
  • Seiryumon

= Shopping =

= Other =

File:Universal CityWalk Osaka 8.JPG

  • Takoyaki museum (Takoyaki Dining)
  • The Original Takoyaki Tamade, Osaka Aiduya
  • Takoya Dotonbori Kukuru
  • Osaka Amerikamura Kougaryu
  • Abeno Takoyaki Yamachan
  • Juhachiban
  • Naniwa's Specialty Ichibirian

{{cite web|title=English & Chinese Floor Map|url=http://ucw.jp/shop/floor/foreign.php|access-date=2017-06-28|archive-date=2017-06-30|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170630125656/http://ucw.jp/shop/floor/foreign.php|url-status=dead}}

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Universal CityWalk Beijing

File:Overview of Universal CityWalk Beijing (20210907124718).jpg

The Universal CityWalk Beijing opened to public on September 2, 2021{{cite news|url=http://news.ynet.com/2021/09/04/3355613t70.html|title=环球城市大道 正式向公众开放|work=Beijing Youth Daily|date=2021-09-04|accessdate=2021-09-07|archive-date=2021-10-17|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211017033545/http://news.ynet.com/2021/09/04/3355613t70.html|url-status=dead}} as part of the Universal Beijing Resort's first phase with no entrance fee.{{cite news|url=https://news.bjd.com.cn/2021/08/30/162574t100.html|title=定了!北京环球度假区9月20日正式向公众开放|publisher=北京日报客户端|date=2021-08-30|accessdate=2021-08-30}}

= Dining =

File:Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Universal Beijing (20210907112013).jpg

  • BMW JOYCUBE
  • Bubba Gump Shrimp Company
  • CityWalk Red Oven Pizza Bakery
  • CityWalk WUBEI CRAFT FOOD AND BEER
  • Cutie Cones
  • Donglaishun
  • Jumbo Seafood
  • KPRO
  • Neon Street Hawkers
  • Peet's Coffee
  • Phoenix House Superior Shop
  • Quanjude
  • The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
  • TIME TRAVEL GRANDMA'S HOME FLAGSHIP STORE
  • Universal CityWalk - The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

= Shopping =

File:Universal Studios Store, Beijing (20210907112755).jpg

= Entertainment =

  • Universal CityWalk Cinema

{{cite web|title=Universal Beijing Resort Raises the Curtain on Universal CityWalk Beijing - Desitined to Become Beijing's One-Stop Dining and Entertainment Center|url=https://www.universalbeijingresort.com/en/news/232.html}}

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