Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Check out the BEST Los Angeles has to offer on this half-day interactive sightseeing experience! Take a seat on one of our Climate-Controlled Buses as your fun and entertaining driver-guide gives you an insider look at LA culture, history, landmarks, and hot spots. This tour is an excellent mix of time spent on the bus sightseeing and exploring different stops yourself!
(NEW) You can now choose to begin your tour in Hollywood or Santa Monica! (Your first stop will either be Santa Monica or Hollywood, depending on where your tour begins)
1st Stop: Santa Monica Pier or Hollywood (45-Minutes)
2nd Stop: The Grove & Farmer's Market (75 Minutes - Lunch/Shopping)
3rd Stop: The Griffith Observatory (45 Minutes).
The ONLY Half-Day Tour in LA! Unlike competitor tours, which last 7-9 hours (or longer with hotel pick-ups), we're proud to offer a streamlined, half-day option that gives you all the highlights without taking up your entire day!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Car seat for children under 8 years old or shorter than 4’9”
Air Conditioned Bus with Expert Driver Guide
Gratuities
Available to purchase during tour
Parking Fees
Restroom on board
What To Expect
Hollywood
The Tour begins/ends on The World Famous Hollywood Walk of Fame so you will have ample time to explore Hollywood!
Sunset Strip
The Sunset Strip extends from West Hollywood's eastern border with the city of Los Angeles near Marmont Lane to its western border with Beverly Hills at Phyllis Street. The Sunset Strip is known for its boutiques, restaurants, rock clubs, nightclubs, and its array of huge, colorful billboards.
Options
Tour begins from Santa Monica
This tour will begin and end in Santa Monica and include a 45-minute Stop in Hollywood (instead of a stop in Santa Monica).
Starting point:
Shore Hotel, 1515 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
Tour Begins From Hollywood
Tour begins from Hollywood: This tour will begin and end in Hollywood and include a 45-minute Stop in Santa Monica (instead of stopping in Hollywood)
Starting point:
The Hollywood Visitor Center, 7044 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
Reviews
1,677 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
Alla N,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour guide was very knowledgeable, engaging and informative. She kept everyone interested throughout the whole time.
Fun tour of LA’s must see points
Valerie M,
May 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fun ride - a good mix of « pass-by » and stops. Talib had a good sense of humor and spoke clearly for (us) foreigners to understand most of the narration
Half Day Hollywood Tour May 26,2025
Breana T,
May 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00You won't be disappointed, We'll put together. Very enjoyable. The Driver was so funny and knew so much great information.
Our experience was great!...
Breana T,
May 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our experience was great! Shawn was very friendly, knowledgeable, and entertaining! I look forward to doing more tours with you guys in the future.
A Bus Tour
Vera T,
May 23, 2025
- Viator
3.00Most of the time is spent on the bus zipping by spots. Bus is comfortable. Just be mindful that there are not a lot of photo ops.
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