Have you been searching the web for the perfect filming locations in Los Angeles? Are you excited to shoot next to Hollywood’s biggest movie stars? You should’ve come to us sooner. Here at Tagvenue we specialize in looking for filming locations, and whether you’re searching areas of East Los Angeles, Pasadena, Glendale or Hollywood - we promise you will find something for yourself. Look through our offer of studios, lounges, rooftops and many more. Search this Southern California city, and find the best filming locations Los Angeles has to offer.
The price range, as always, is quite a big one. We have many budget friendly options, where you can expect to pay as little as $40 to $150 per hour. There are also a couple of more expensive options in the $200 - $1000 zone. And of course there are very expensive options reaching even as much as $30000. (All data from Tagvenue.)
The center of LA is completely filled with venues, so if that’s the area of the city that you’re looking for - you’re in for a treat. However, if you’re searching for more locations in different parts of Los Angeles, we can recommend going north and checking out areas of Glendale and Panama City. Or if you’re looking to be closer to the beach then go west towards Marina del Rey.
There are many different locations in which you can film. There are indoor as well as outdoor options, and we strongly recommend looking through our website to see some non-standard locations. You can film in a studio, restaurant, rooftop, terrace or a patio, and of course many others. Check Tagvenue’s website to pick your favorite.
FilmLA is the official film office of Los Angeles. The permit can be obtained by filling out an application form via FilmLA’s Online Permit System. Don’t forget to fill it out a minimum of 4 working days before filming.
Los Angeles has long been the center of film production in the U.S. for its photo-friendly neighborhoods, flexible spaces, and inspiring locations. That doesn’t make finding a spot easy. LA filming comes with its own set of challenges: traffic, permitting delays, and tight production timelines. Here's how to plan ahead and make sure your shoot runs smoothly.
Any commercial filming on public property in LA requires a film permit. This includes parks, sidewalks, or shooting on the street. Students need permits too, even for low-budget projects. Permits are issued by FilmLA, and you’ll want to apply at least four business days in advance. If you need street closures, drone use, or pyrotechnics, allow more time.
Locations that look “public” might be privately owned (like outdoor shopping plazas), and these usually require direct negotiation with the property owner, not FilmLA.
Studio Setups (Controlled Environment)
Great for scripted content, interviews, green screen work, or projects with complex lighting. Studios like Electric Pony Studios – Little Pony (South Park, $65/hr) or Artsy Apartment Studio (Downtown, $40/hr) offer good amenities and easy power access.
Residential Spaces
Useful for scenes in homes, apartments, or character-based interiors. Cute 1940s House in Beverly Hills ($150/hr) or Vintage Apartment for Filming in Eagle Rock ($100/hr) offer set-ready, lived-in looks.
Specialty Locations
Like bars, motels, or recording booths. The Speakeasy in West LA ($100/hr) works for nightlife scenes. C&M Liquor in Van Nuys ($250/hr) is film-ready for crime dramas or indie pieces.
Outdoor or Unique Sites
For animal scenes or natural backdrops, Kindred Spirits Care Farm in Chatsworth ($150/hr) is worth a look. Sunset Estate in Brentwood or Iconic Hollywood Sign House are better for commercial shoots and high-budget projects.
If you're shooting outside, visit the location at the time you plan to film. Lighting conditions in LA change fast. Morning haze, midday harshness, and golden-hour glow all affect the look of your footage.
If you’re filming indoors but want daylight, confirm window orientation and access times. Not all “daylight studios” are usable during peak hours due to nearby construction or traffic noise.
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