Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Featured by the New York Times, The Today Show, USA Today, and the LA Times — Bikes and Hikes LA is LA's most trusted Hollywood Sign experience. Hike to the front of the sign for the iconic shot everyone comes to LA for, then keep going behind the letters to the closest legally accessible viewpoint in the city. Two moments. One hike. Your guide captures both.
Choose at checkout: the full 2.5-hour hike (front AND behind) or the 90-minute express to the front — perfect if you're short on time.
--Hike in front of AND behind the Hollywood Sign — closest legal viewpoint on any guided LA tour
--First Aid and CPR certified guide — and your personal photographer for every shot
--Featured by the New York Times, The Today Show, USA Today, and the LA Times
--Booked 26 days in advance on average — reserve your spot before it's gone
--Free parking at the trailhead
--98% of travelers recommend this experience
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There is NO parking available Fridays–Sundays & holidays. Free street parking nearby Mon–Thurs (non-holidays).
The 2.5-hour hike covers 4 miles (6.4 km) on an easy-to-moderate trail.
The 90-minute express covers 1.8 miles (2.9 km) — easy difficulty.
Wear closed-toe shoes. Layers recommended — temperatures vary with elevation.
NOTE: Meet your guide OUTSIDE by the long white gate where the trailhead begins; they wear a neon yellow Bikes & Hikes vest. Do not bother the people at the houses in this neighborhood.
Recommended for ages 6 and up. Children must be able to hike independently. No strollers on the 2.5-hour route. For children under 6, the 90-minute option is strongly recommended.
No heart conditions or serious medical conditions. Guests should be in good general health.
Service animals welcome.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Confirmation received at time of booking.
What To Expect
Hike the Hollywood Sign
We take you closer to the Hollywood Sign than any other guided tour in LA — hiking all the way to the front AND behind the sign for views most visitors never see.
Hollywood
Your guide shares the real stories behind Hollywood — the scandals, the stars, and the history that made this neighborhood the entertainment capital of the world.
Options
90 Mins FRONT of Sign Tour
Hollywood Sign Tour EXPRESS: This easy 90 Minute Walking Tour takes you the closest spot in front of the Hollywood Sign for the best photos!
PRIVATE TOUR 90 Mins Express
Private Tour to Front of Sign: Private tour for your group — one group per timeslot. Per-person pricing + $175 for your own start time and dedicated guide.
PRIVATE TOUR 2.5 Hours
Private Tour to Front AND Back: Private tour for your group — one group per timeslot. Per-person pricing + $175 for your own start time and dedicated guide.
2.5 Hrs FRONT and BACK of Sign
Hollywood Sign Hike 2.5 hours: You'll walk to a spot directly below the iconic Hollywood Sign for epic photos, then continues to the back of the sign too!
What‘s Included
Discounts on other Bikes and Hikes LA experiences
Personal photography at the best viewpoints along the trail — Instagram and TikTok ready
2.5-hour hike: front AND behind the sign. Or 90-minute express — choose at checkout
Insider restaurant and sightseeing recommendations for the rest of your LA trip
Expert First Aid and CPR certified professional local Los Angeles guide
Gratuity for your guide (recommended, based on your experience)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,561 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful hike!
247christopherq,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matthew was a very informed and attentive tour guide. We had a great time and it was very memorable.
great hike
Sebastian S,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00we had a great time with Timothy. the hike was very informative with some great photo ops
Amazing hike, Amazing View, Amazing Guide
malindab525,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noelle was AMAZING! She had so much insight into the area and gave guidance on other places to check out. She made sure that our pace was comfortable and that we had plenty of stops for water. She took the time to take lots of photos for our group and give us many spots to take photos. We had a small group (only 5 of us) so we didn't have to hurry. It was an amazing experience and I would totally do it again ... Especially if Noelle was our guide! This was an experience we used with our GoCity passes purchase.
Disappointing
Christophe C,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00No one was to be found at the meeting point, even though we were there 45min prior. We asked our uber driver, to make sure it was the right address as it was on the booking and he assured it was where we were supposed to go. We even asked locals.
Great Timothy
Ghazaleh A,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience with the Timothy tour guide. His knowledge plus his personality made my experience great.
Michael was fantastic
Road38238447348,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a tour with Michael and he was fantastic! Very informative and patient with me ( as it’s been a while since I’ve hiked anywhere!). It was just me on the tour as the others never showed up. Initially I thought it would be awkward but Michael was very friendly and welcoming. I had great fun! And would highly recommend ☺️
Fun hike to Hollywood sign
W2673THpauls,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noelle was very witty and made every bit of the hike to the Hollywood sign fun and interesting. Noelle was full of knowledge about the area but are still unsure if Mick Jagger ever lived near the sign.🤷♂️ thank you from Jaime and Paul the carpenter.
Hike to Hollywood sign
paul s,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Noelle was a great guide and really made the hike to the Hollywood sign fun. She was very knowledgeable about the area and took some great photos of us.
A lovely walk with a friendly and knowledgeable guide
linsny1,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely walk up to the viewpoint of the Hollywood sign with Timothy as our guide. It’s a walk you can do but yourself, but why would you when you can spend an hour and a half hearing interesting facts and having points of interest identified for you. Timothy was cheerful, and considerate, and a fantastic photographer for all those important Hollywood ‘perspective shots’. A great 5 star experience
Awesome Hollywood Sign Hike
Curious34025108115,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noelle was our tour guide and her energy and knowledge was phenomenal. She made this hike wonderful for me and my boyfriend.
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