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Hooray for Hollywood (Part 4): Shakes, Shops, and Shutterbugs

WhereInThePark.com Episode 15

We’re continuing our Hooray for Hollywood series by turning around and heading down the other side of Hollywood Boulevard at Universal Studios Florida! In Part 4, we explore the first three buildings on this side of the street—Mel’s Drive-In, Williams of Hollywood, and The Darkroom.

From the neon glow of a California diner icon, to the movie props once sold in the legendary Prop Shop, to a camera-shaped facade inspired by one of Hollywood Boulevard’s most photographed storefronts—each building has its own fascinating story to tell.

Join us as we uncover the real-life Hollywood inspirations, unique Universal twists, and lasting legacies of these three landmarks.

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