Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time

4.9(2,280)5 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Hollywood Bus Tours

About this activity

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: Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive (30 Minutes)

2nd stop: Santa Monica Pier or Hollywood (45 minutes)

3rd Stop: The Grove & Farmer's Market (60 Minutes)

4th Stop: The Griffith Observatory (30 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!

What's included

✓Car seat for children under 8 years old or shorter than 4’9”
✓Start From Hollywood or Santa Monica
✓Audio Guide in 11 Languages
✓New Climate Controlled Luxury Buses with Expert Driver Guides
✓Self Guided Hollywood Walk of Fame Walking Tour in 11 Languages

Not included

✕Gratuities
✕Available to purchase during tour
✕Parking Fees
✕Restroom on board

Meeting and pickup

If your tour begins in Santa Monica, please meet in front of The Ocean View Hotel @ 1447 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA, 90401.
If your tour begins in Hollywood, please meet at the Hollywood Visitor Center, 7044 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90028.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
(ONLY AVAILABLE WHEN DEPARTING FROM HOLLYWOOD) We now offer this tour in 11 languages through a free multilingual app with pre-recorded audio commentary (not a live guide). You can follow along in your preferred language: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Russian, Italian, Catalan, Korean, Japanese, or Chinese. Our team will help you download the app to your smartphone and log in during check-in.

Cancellation policy

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

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