Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More
Overview
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7 hours 30 minutes
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This 7.5 hour guided tour - by LA-natives - is perfect for families, couples and all ages! Our routes are carefully curated to visit the most welcoming and visitor-friendly parts of Los Angeles. Discover the area’s most iconic sights and landmarks including Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr., the Beverly Hills sign, iconic Farmer's Market at the Grove, The Griffith Park Observatory for a perfect selfie of the Hollywood Sign; the Hollywood walk of fame Grauman's Theatre, The Kodak Theatre, Sunset Strip, celebrity spotting and much more. Entertaining, friendly, informative and hilarious guides! Hotel pick-up and drop-off available for select tour options. We have private tour options as well!
Additional Info
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please note: The Observatory is closed on Mondays and the Park is sometimes closed for filming so as an alternative the tour may go to Mulholland Drive and/or The Hollywood Bowl
If you chose a hotel pickup tour option please make sure to include your hotel name. Be aware you will be on the bus doing other hotel pickup for 30 minutes to 1.5 hours
IMPORTANT: If you select a hotel, it must be within our guidelines. All other hotels are subject to cancellation.
Choosing the "Santa Monica Departure" ensures no wait time before the tour and also give you plenty if time to explore the Santa Monica Pier if you come early.
If you want to be on the same bus as a another group, please contact us immediately after submitting the booking.
Please contact us if you need a bus with a Wheelchair lift or have an ADA requirement.
North and East Hollywood pickups may be given an Uber Voucher to get home from the last stop
Seating is not pre-assigned but we attempt to get groups close together on the vehicle
Tours are in English only
Umbrella strollers that fold are acceptable, nothing larger that cannot fold
No luggage larger than a backpack is allowed on board and we do not store luggage
Order of tour stops may vary
Travel Agents: Please provide guests' contact information in booking (mobile/email)
Tours end in the same place they begin.
What To Expect
Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica is a beautiful city on the Beach where you can catch some sun and see where Forrest Gump jogged Route 66 to the Pacific! No trip to LA is complete without visiting it's stellar beaches. Arrive to our office early or depart the tour in Santa Monica if you want to walk down the pier - You'll have a great photo opportunity from the bus as well!
Venice Beach
See and explore the Venice Beach Boardwalk where you’ll see the birthplace of surfing, Muscle Beach, skate parks, stunning art murals, and the famous Venice Beach Canals!
Options
Anaheim / Disney Meeting Point
Duration: 9 hours Luxury mini-coach/bus Meeting Point (7:30am): Please meet at the Anaheim Garden Walk in Anaheim by 7:30AM. In front of McCormick & Schmick's Grille. Starting point: 321 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
Anaheim / Disney Hotel Pickup
Tour time: Tour time does not include the time of driving to and from Anaheim to LA Duration: 10 hours Hotel Drop Offs: Hotel drop-offs begin after the last stop in Venice Beach anywhere between 3 and 430 pm depending on traffic and day of week. Anaheim Hotel Pickup: Be ready outside your hotel by 7am. Pickup is between 7am and 7:30am. Please select a hotel in Anaheim from our list. Starting point: 321 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA Pickup included
Los Angeles Area Hotel Pickup
Over 150 hotel pickups in LA: Hotel pickup time will vary depending on your pickup location - Please only select a hotel from the list. Pickup Time Slots: Santa Monica [9-9:30AM] LAX area [8:30-9AM] South LAX[8-8:30AM] Hollywood [8-8:30AM] North Hollywood [7:30 AM] Pickup Time Slots;: Culver City [8:45-9:15AM] Century City [8:45-9:15AM] Marina Del Rey [8:45- 9:15AM] Venice Beach [9-9:30AM] North and East Hollywood : Some hotel pickups may get an Uber voucher instead of hotel drop off from North and East Hollywood. Hotel Pickup Duration: Hotel pickups can be up to 90 minutes before the tour start time depending out what part of the city you are in. Starting point: 1537 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA Pickup included
Hollywood Meeting Point
Meeting Point Bus: This meeting point is subject to up to 1.5 hours of downtime on bus before tour but will not have any downtime at the end Pickup 8am: The pickup occurs at 8am. Please be ready by 8am sharp. The tour begins at 9:30 am. Meeting Point: This option DOES NOT include hotel pickup. It requires meeting at hollywood meeting point. Hollywood Departure: Meet street side on Hollywood Blvd. in front of LALA Land Souvenir by 8am sharp. The pickup is 1.5 hours prior to tour.
Private Tour Upgrade: LA Area
Upgrade to a private tour!: Free hotel pickup from the LAX, Marina Del Rey, Venice, Santa Monica, West LA, Hollywood and Downtown LA (No Anaheim Pickup) Up to 7 passengers: This private tour will accommodate up to 7 passengers! Start time: We can accommodate your tour start anytime between 8am and 10am. Duration: 8 hours Lunch: The tour will have a 1 hour lunch stop at the Famous Farmers' Market (guests pay for their own lunch) Private Tour Upgrade: This 7.5 hour private tour can be customized! Please contact us for hotel pickup within the LA area for no extra charge! Luxury Full Size SUV: Travel around in style in a high-end luxury SUV with an amazing guide Tips / Gratuity not included: If you had a great time tipping your guide is much appreciate! Starting point: 1537 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA Pickup included
Santa Monica Meeting Point
Santa Monica Meeting Point: Avoid being on a hotel pickup bus! This is option is your best value and ensures the least amount of time spent on a bus. Benefits of Santa Monica Start: There is minimal downtime. The tour begins at 9:45 AM and we'll have you back by around 5:30 in time for a beach sunset. Luxury mini-coach/bus Santa Monica Departure: Please meet us at 1537 2nd St., Santa Monica, CA 90401 on 2nd Street at the Valet stand. Starting point: 1537 2nd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
What‘s Included
Carefully curated routes that visit the most welcoming and visitor-friendly parts of Los Angeles
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels only (if option chosen)
We stop for one-hour at the Farmers' Market for lunch. They have a wide selection of foods for all diets (cost of lunch is not included).
Gratuities
Parking
No luggage please, personal sized carry-on only.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6,446 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Gives you a great...
Jennifer T,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gives you a great synopsis of LA. It really saves a lot of time. And the big bonus is you don’t have to drive or pay for parking. Steve was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Fantastic tour of LA highlights in a day
Flyer653373,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour, picked up at hotel on time taken to meeting spot then popped onto our smaller bus with about 20 others. Tour was as described we saw so much and learnt a lot from Colin, we had enough time in each location to see things which was really good, didn't feel rushed at all. Have already recommended the tour to others
Exciting, Interesting, and knowledgeable.
amyz622,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved our driver. I can’t remember her name. She was so funny and knowledgeable. She went out of her way to make it a successful trip.
1st family trip to Los Angeles
O8879AZjoser,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time on the Best of LA tour! Our guide , John, was friendly, knowledgeable, and kept the day fun and organized. We visited all the iconic spots, including Hollywood, Griffith Observatory, Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, and Rodeo Drive. The guide shared interesting facts about Los Angeles and gave us plenty of time to explore and take photos. The tour was well-paced, comfortable, and a great way to see many of LA’s highlights in one day without the stress of driving. The views from Griffith Observatory were spectacular, and walking along Santa Monica and Venice Beach was a memorable experience. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Los Angeles for the first time. It was a fantastic experience and one of the highlights of our trip!
Teens loved it
110sherylw,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had three teens- they loved the tour. Every they wanted to go. I even took the back to San Monica the next day.
LA is massive
KaralynKiwi,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A massive day out. 0800 to 1630. We covered a lot of ground with enough time to get out and look around at the highlights. Drivers are great!
Let's explore L.A. with Steve
vilhansb,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very cool tour . Highly recommend it. Steve was the best. Ive done many tours but this guy is very friendly and fun. Hope to see him again next time we come and bring more people. Came here for World Cup. BOSNIA is playing agianst Switzerland. Lets hope Bosnia wins .
Awesome
751rikeshs,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an awesome day in LA with an 8-hour ride package. It was perfect for people visiting LA for just a few days because it covered many of the major spots without feeling stressful. I didn’t have to worry about expensive ride-share costs, parking, or figuring out transportation around the city. The drivers were amazing—very knowledgeable about Los Angeles, Hollywood history, and the main attractions. They also had a great sense of humor, which made the whole ride even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a very convenient, fun, and worthwhile experience. Highly recommend it for anyone who wants to see the highlights of LA in a short time!
Outstanding
Runboyrun5267,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding day from start to finished . We booked the private tour so just the two of us with out guide driving us around in a high end suv. The guide Monty was professional and but you at easy . Did all the major tourist stops and some extra which we asked for . Stops all planned and plenty of time at each . MONTY went abive and beyond . Highly recommend if you want to see everything in a day
The tour guide gives a...
Kathryn B,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour guide gives a brief history of each leg and drops you off at the location snd picks you up at designated time.
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