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Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica

5.0(368 reviews)Santa Monica, USAOperated by Hollywood Bus Tours
  • Duration5 hours 30 min
  • GroupShared · max 32
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesGerman, Russian, Korean
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Experience a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure through the famous neighborhoods of Los Angeles on this 5.5-hour VIP-style tour. Starting from the Santa Monica Pier with our fun and entertaining driver guide, you’ll travel in a premium mini-coach to see LA’s most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods, with some stops along the way, all in a convenient half-day format. Stops: 1. Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive for 30 minutes, 2. Hollywood Walk of Fame for 45 Minutes. 3. The Grove & Farmers Market for 60 minutes. 4. The Griffith Observatory for 30 Minutes. (FYI: The Inside of the Griffith Observatory is closed on Mondays. You will still experience the outside, the outlook, and the Hollywood Sign viewpoint.)

What to expect

5 hours 30 min25 stopsShared tourMax 32 travellers

  1. Santa Monica

    Santa Monica, California, United States

    Pass by

    You will begin your tour by passing through Santa Monica.

  2. Santa Monica Pier

    200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, California, 90401-3126, United States

    Pass by

    You will pass by the Santa Monica Pier.

  3. Westfield Century City

    10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90067, United States

    Pass by

    You will pass through Century City.

  4. Pass by

    Pass by Wilshire blvd

  5. Rodeo Drive

    Santa Monica Blvd at Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, California, 90210, United States

    30 minutes

    Guests will enjoy 30 minutes at the Beverly Hills Sign, a perfect spot for photos at one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. From here, experience the heart of Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive, just steps away, where luxury boutiques, palm-lined streets, exotic cars, and classic Hollywood glamour come together in one of Los Angeles’ most famous districts.

  6. Beverly Hills

    Beverly Hills, California, United States

    30 minutes

    Guests will enjoy 30 minutes at the Beverly Hills Sign, a perfect spot for photos at one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. From here, experience the heart of Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive, just steps away, where luxury boutiques, palm-lined streets, exotic cars, and classic Hollywood glamour come together in one of Los Angeles’ most famous districts.

  7. West Hollywood

    West Hollywood, California, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by West Hollywood.

  8. Sunset Strip

    West Hollywood, California, 90069, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by The Sunset Strip.

  9. Pass by

    Pass through Hollywood.

  10. Hollywood Walk of Fame

    Hollywood Blvd at Vine St, Los Angeles, California, 90028, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

  11. The Hollywood Visitor Center

    7044 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90028-6003, United States

    45 minutes

    You will have a 45-minute stop on The Hollywood Walk of Fame!

  12. TCL Chinese Theatres

    6925 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90028, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by The TCL Chinese Theatre.

  13. Fairfax District

    Fairfax Avenue, West Hollywood, California, 90036, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by Fairfax.

  14. Melrose Avenue

    Los Angeles, California, 90046, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by Melrose Ave.

  15. The Original Farmers Market

    6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, California, 90036, United States

    1 hour

    You will have a 60-minute stop at The Grove and Farmers Market for Lunch and shopping. (Shopping and lunch are not included in the ticket price.)

  16. Petersen Automotive Museum

    6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90036-3605, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by Petersen Automotive Museum.

  17. Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures

    6067 Wilshire Blvd, At The Corner Of Wilshire And Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, 90036, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by AMOMP.

  18. Pass by

    Pass by Urban Lights Art installation.

  19. Los Angeles County Museum of Art

    5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90036, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by LACMA.

  20. La Brea Tar Pits & Museum

    5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90036-4539, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by La Brea Tar Pits.

  21. Pass by

    Pass by Paramount Studios gate.

  22. Griffith Park

    4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, California, 90027-1401, United States

    Pass by

    Pass through Griffith Park.

  23. The Greek Theatre

    2700 N Vermont Ave, Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California, 90027, United States

    Pass by

    Pass by the Greek Theatre.

  24. Griffith Observatory

    2800 E. Observatory Rd., Los Angeles, California, 90027-1299, United States

    30 minutes

    You will have a 30-minute Stop at The Griffith Observatory.

  25. Santa Monica

    Santa Monica, California, United States

    Pass by

    Your tour will end where it began in Santa Monica.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

Please meet your driver in front of the Ocean View Hotel - 1447 Ocean Ave.

End / drop-off

Please meet your driver in front of the Ocean View Hotel - 1447 Ocean Ave.

Redemption

Please meet your guide in front of the Ocean View Hotel - 1447 Ocean Ave. Please check in 15 minutes prior to departure so the group can depart on time.

What's included

Included

  • Audio Guide in 11 languages - Powered by an App that we will help you download on your phone.
  • Expert Driver Guide.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 30 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–2), Child (3–11), Adult (12–99)

Languages

Audio
German, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, CMN, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
America/Los_Angeles
Product code
243357P5

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 5368 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (9) and Tripadvisor (359).

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