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5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Burbank, California

Updated June 19, 2026

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Raggedy Ann and Andy doll from the house of a murder suicide, supposedly haunted.

Burbank, California

Vulture Culture Oddities

An oddity shop filled with loads of bones, skulls, crafting materials, vintage taxidermy, and more.

It was created in bronze by father-son team Andrea and Aldo Favilli

Burbank, California

'The Cameraman'

This statue celebrating early Hollywood is largely forgotten, while its twin replica at Walt Disney World has become an icon.

“Beautiful Downtown Burbank” was a comic TV slogan…

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Gordon R. Howard Museum

Home to a massive collection curated by the Burbank Historical Society, this museum examines every aspect of life in the city known for aviation and the film industry.

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Burbank, California

The 'Spirit of Burbank' F-104 Starfighter

This distinctive blue and white jet fighter is a symbol of the area’s relationship with aviation.

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It’s a Wrap!

A constantly changing trove of screen-used costumes, props, and designer wardrobe from Hollywood sets

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Grand Central Air Terminal Museum

This historic aviation building is now a museum owned and operated by Disney.

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Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn

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Walt Disney's Carolwood Barn

The famous animator's private station house and man-cave was the birthplace of imagineering.

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