
Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer
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Is Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer worth booking?
Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer is a 2-hour experience in Los Angeles, United States, from $50 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Immerse yourself in magical winter wonderland and absorb holiday vibes during this 2 or 3-hour private Downtown LA Christmas Tour. Indulge in complimentary drink at Paris Baguette and then embark on fascinating journey t
What you get
About this experience
Immerse yourself in magical winter wonderland and absorb holiday vibes during this 2 or 3-hour private Downtown LA Christmas Tour. Indulge in complimentary drink at Paris Baguette and then embark on fascinating journey to see Pershing Square, Grand Park, and more in their Christmas best. Pass by gleaming downtown skyscrapers, take a glance at Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles Public Library and Walt Disney Concert Hall, snap beautiful photos with Angels Flight, LA City Hall and Union Station and take in spectacular views over the city from OUE Skyspace observation deck.
What's included
Included
- Iconic places for photoshoot
- Must see and off the beaten path
- Multiple start times available
- Customizable itinerary
- Private walking tour
- Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
- Most beautiful Christmas places
- + all the original photos (100-200)
- 30 professionally edited photos of you with Christmas Lights of LA
- All taxes
- Friendly local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees (if any, depending on your preferences)
What you'll see and do
Pershing Square
Timing is flexible and the itinerary can be customized based on your preferences. 5 PM Meet your private knowledgeable guide at Paris Baguette, the French-themed Korean bakery and discuss the tour itinerary over a cup of tea or freshly brewed espresso. Saunter over to Pershing Square and immerse yourself in Los Angeles’ holiday cheer watching numerous ice skaters having fun under the stars or checking out some special events. If you fancy come here after the tour, grab your loved ones and enjoy ice-skating in the heart of Los Angeles, snap astonishing selfies and take in striking city skyline.
30 minutes here
Bunker Hill Steps
5.30 PM Next, pass by legendary Millennium Biltmore Hotel, birthplace of the Academy Awards, feast your eyes on majestic Los Angeles Public Library building and rest your tired feet at Maguire Gardens, charmingly landscaped green space. If you like, head over to impressive U.S. Bank Tower, zip up to the 70th floor OUE Skyspace, and enjoy fantastic 360-degree views over the city (optional, not included in tour). Then, take a ride nearly 1,000 ft. above Downtown to experience Los Angeles from an entirely new perspective (optional, own expense).
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Angels Flight Railway
6 PM Take a postcard worthy pictures with La La Land’s beautiful orange trams Sinai and Olivet at Angels Flight and tick off from your bucket-list such iconic landmarks like Bunker Hill, Walt Disney Concert Hall and Broad. Soak up festive vibes, marvel at grandiose lights and awe-inspiring art installations and experience the wonder of Grand Park gorgeously lit up like never before.
15 minutes here
City Hall
7 PM See breathtaking LA City Hall and bid your guide a farewell at Starbucks. Or else opt for 3-hour option and make your way to breathtaking Union Station. Catch a glimpse of its marble floors, cathedral ceilings and 3000-pound chandeliers while your expert guide will entertain you with exciting tales about history of this glamorous structure.
20 minutes here
Calle Olvera
8PM (only on 3-hour tours) Round out your fascinating journey at flamboyant Olvera Street. See Las Posadas, one of the oldest Christmas events in LA (December 16-24) and delve into a wonderful world of songs, performances and piñata.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Los Angeles
Paris Baguette, at the entrance of bakery - 404 W 8th St, Los Angeles
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Grand Park in Downtown
Options you can book
2-hour Christmas Tour
2-hour tour covering all main sights of Los Angeles - Biltmore Millenium Hotel,Public Library, Maguire Gardens, Angels Flight,Bunker Hill,Walt Disney Concert Hall,The Broad (outside only),Grand Park
3-hour Christmas Tour
3-hour tour covering all main sights of Los Angeles as on 2-hour tour + Union Station and Olvera Street.Free Christmas drink included.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Friendly Local Guides
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour can be modified to meet your preferences
- Private walking tour
- Please indicate prefer start time in comments when booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $499
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Los Angeles.
How much does Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Los Angeles usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Los Angeles is not rushed.
Is Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Los Angeles, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Los Angeles can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Los Angeles and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Los Angeles within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Los Angeles?
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Los Angeles rewards travellers who cluster their bookings by geography rather than by theme. Studio tours and Hollywood walks sit inland, the Malibu and Santa Monica coast runs west, and Griffith Observatory and the canyon hikes work best at dawn or dusk. We weight transport clarity in the ranking here: whether pickup is included changes an LA day more than the tour itself. On Outty we rank every Los Angeles experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs, Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide, Los Angeles Original 90-Minute Walking Tour to The Hollywood Sign. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
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March to May and September to November, for clear air and open canyon roads. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Los Angeles?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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