A walking tour of the Ovation Hollywood outdoor mall. Ovation Hollywood, previously known as Hollywood & Highland, is a large retail, dining, and entertainment complex in the heart of Hollywood, Los Angeles, right on the iconic Hollywood Boulevard. It opened in 2001 as Hollywood & Highland and was rebranded as Ovation Hollywood in 2021. This complex is home to various attractions, including shops, restaurants, and the TCL Chinese Theatre, where visitors can see famous celebrity handprints and footprints in concrete. The complex's design includes elements inspired by D.W. Griffith’s 1916 film Intolerance, notably the Babylonian-inspired archways, and pillars, making it architecturally unique among shopping centers. Ovation Hollywood also features direct views of the Hollywood Sign, a popular photo spot. Besides being a prime tourist destination, it has hosted numerous red-carpet events, including the Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre, adding to its status as a cultural landmark in H...