Los Angeles: Hollywood Sign Hike — Front, Behind & 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.
Tag your photos: @bikesandhikesla on Instagram.
Confirmation received at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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)
Options
Hollywood Sign TOUR 90 mins
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!
Hollywood Sign HIKE 2.5 hours
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!
Reviews
1,530 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Hike
kierant320,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie was great and gave a lot of information to the history of the sign and LA in general, definitely recommend!
Hollywood Sign with Carry
carstenjB817WZ,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cathy is a super likeable guide who gave us a lot of great information. The tour was very relaxed and entertaining. A tour with Cathy I can only recommend to anyone
Passionated guide & really kind (even offered us a trip back, since our cell phone batteries were dead)
Erik K,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noelle is a really enthusiastic guide during the Hollywood sign hike. She has given my father and me positive energy during the steep walk. Also her interest in the countries we come from within our group gave a nice group feeling. During the high peak of the trip she offered to make pictures of us with the Hollywood trip, and she came up with nice ideas. When my father and me didn’t had any batteries left in our cell phones she even made pictures with her own camera for us, and even offered is a trip back with her car, since we couldn’t use Uber, since our batteries were dead. Thanks Noelle for your American hospitality :)
Loved learning about and seeing the Hollywood sign
annelW9942UT,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Katie was fantastic! We arrived early on the rare LA day where it was drizzling. She kept a smile on her face, encouraging us to play the game “Imagination.” As we approached the 45 minute point we had a brief glimpse of a few letters. We kept hiking and ultimately were treated to some spectacular views! The rain stopped and fog parted enough that we all got amazing pics in front of and behind the sign! Katie was a wealth of information about the history of the sign, but also the LA area. We would recommend Katie and this tour to anyone visiting LA.
Amazing time!!!
adrianmU4937TA,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noelle was amazing. We had such a great time, and felt very supported along the way. Spent the whole time laughing.
Great hike with friends ❤️
Chiara Delp,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noelle was fantastic! Fun and insightful. Would recommend to anyone
Great experience
reggiec719,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sarah the tour guide was great
Hollywood sign adventure
josephmZ2757BI,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Mark was Excellent both his knowledge and photo expertise was great! Would highly recommend.
Amazing Tour: Would 100% Recommend!!
Morgan M,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our 2.5hr walking tour with Katie was absolutely outstanding. She was so incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about all things Hollywood (not just the Hollywood Sign) and went above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of our experience. Her photos were elite!! Would recommend this to anyone considering it. My partner and I haven’t stopped thinking about how much we loved this tour & those incredible views! 😍
Phenomenal
525patricke,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great private tour with Michael. He took all the time to take us into the beautiful stories of Hollywood and Los Angeles. Once you Upstairs the view is phenomenal! The stories made the trip very entertaining. He is also an excellent photographer!
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