Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour
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Is Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour worth booking?
Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour is a 8-hour experience in Los Angeles, United States, from $135 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (12)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $135 per person
L.A. is so big – how are you going to see the city in one day? Easy! Join our LA in a Day tour and see 3 completely different neighborhoods of the city - Hollywood, downtown and Santa Monica. There’s no breezing through
What you get
About this experience
L.A. is so big – how are you going to see the city in one day? Easy! Join our LA in a Day tour and see 3 completely different neighborhoods of the city - Hollywood, downtown and Santa Monica. There’s no breezing through on buses with a pre-recorded audio commentary playing (which is always out of sync), on this tour we show you the hidden nooks and crannies of the city that other tour companies don’t (including 7 different venues that have held the Academy Awards Ceremony) and give you a feel for the real Los Angeles. We're pioneers of the all day metro and walking tour of Los Angeles. Why did we create it? Because we want you to feel like you're an Angeleno for the day and to fall in love with the city like we did. * Tour starts 10 am daily * Travel on Los Angeles Metro included in ticket price * There’s a big range of food options and all types of diet can be accommodated (vegan, gluten-free etc)
What's included
Included
- We donate $1 for every guest to a non-profit, Climate Cents.
- We'll show you how to use the LA Metro - the easiest and cheapest mode of transport here.
- Tour Guide
- Travel on Los Angeles Metro is included in ticket price.
Not included
- Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20%.
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Hollywood Walk of Fame
We’ll start your LA in a Day tour in Hollywood (where else) and show you how and why L.A. became the center of the American entertainment industry. There’s a huge amount of fascinating movie history surrounding the famous Walk of Fame, including the oldest house in Hollywood (where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), the Capitol Records Building, the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater (home of the Oscars) and the TCL Chinese Theater, and you’ll learn about it all.
120 minutes here
Hollywood
Experience this famous neighborhood at ground level and learn its fascinating history.
20 minutes here
Hollywood Sign
See and learn about this icon of Los Angeles.
Pass by without stopping
TCL Chinese Theatres
See the famous theatre and its forecourt of the stars. Take time to get some photos for Instagram while there too.
20 minutes here
Civic Center
We take the subway to downtown – it’s actually the fastest way to get there. DTLA is where the city was founded, in 1781, and it has a huge number of iconic buildings, such as Los Angeles City Hall and the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
60 minutes here
City Hall
An icon of Art Deco design and famous from movies and TV shows.
Pass by without stopping
The Music Center
A lovely part of DTLA.
15 minutes here
Walt Disney Concert Hall
One of the most influential modern buildings, in terms of design.
15 minutes here
The Broad
Pass by this newest addition to the Grand Avenue cultural collection.
Pass by without stopping
Angels Flight Railway
Take this historic funicular down from Bunker Hill.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Grand Central Market
We pause your LA in a Day tour for lunch at one of the top food destinations in America, Grand Central Market. There are a huge number of (very reasonably) priced options here and all types of diet can be accommodated. You'll love it.
60 minutes here
Downtown Los Angeles
Every week hip new restaurants, bars, Apple stores, creative offices and apartment blocks are opening in the area. Many people don’t realize it’s also the best-preserved historic downtown of any major city in America (with some of the best architecture in the world, including many beautiful examples of the Beaux Arts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, modern and post-modern styles).
60 minutes here
Fine Arts Building
Step into this beautiful lobby from the 1920's (weekdays only).
10 minutes here
Santa Monica Pier
Walk out onto this historic pier, built more than 100 years ago and often used as a location in classic movies.
20 minutes here
Once in SaMo we’ll give you a tour of the area (including the famous Santa Monica Pier), before finishing your LA in a Day tour at 3rd Street Promenade, a perfect place to watch the sun set while enjoying cocktails and dinner. By now you’ll have had a real experience of Los Angeles and made some great memories to take home with you.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Los Angeles
The guide will be will be checking-in guests from 15 minutes before the tour begins at the meeting point. The Pantages Theatre is right opposite Hollywood and Vine Metro Station. We CANNOT wait for latecomers, there are other guests.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
3rd Street Promenade is one of the best places to shop, dine and people watch in Los Angeles. It's also only a block from the Metro E-Line station (just over an hour back to the meeting point). There are also buses and a taxi-rank nearby.
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 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- The Real Los Angeles Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
- This tour is not recommended for children under 12 y.o.
- By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
- We recommend ride-sharing or taking the metro to the meeting point, then you don't have to pay $30-40 to park your car all day (IF you're driving in LA).
- Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
- This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace. If you have mobility issues please book a private tour via our website.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A good day had all of us.
The whole which was run by Paul was excellent. He picked us up on time and gave us a great run down of Hollywood. This was followed by train into Downtown where once again his knowledge was superb. Lunch at the market was followed by the highlight of a trip to the 70th floor of a local hotel for a panoramic view of LA Finished by a walk along Santa Monica pier
via Tripadvisor
A great adventure
Guide Paul led us on a great adventure through not just the main attractions but into wonderful indoor and outdoor spaces we never could have discovered on our own! We walked and took light rail, visiting spaces above ground and below, indoors and out. Paul spoke without notes and could answer all our questions. He assured our comfort and safety at all times and shared his interests and experiences very entertainingly. We got to see the LA that locals know, not just tourist stuff…a great tour, just what we wanted. Thanks, Paul!
via Tripadvisor
Great snapshot of LA in a day ! ! If you are going to book a tour book this one !!
We are a family of four from London staying in Anaheim and booked this tour as it gave us a a snapshot of the sights in LA in exactly what it says it does' LA in a day'. This is a perfect day trip, early start at 7.00am pick up from your hotel in Anaheim and then 12 hours of sightseeing and fun all for under $100 per person, great value. The tour bus is very comfortable and our tour guide/driver, George, was a bundle of energy and fun keeping us entertained and gave us a potted history of LA and its growth since the 1940's. George made the trip a pleasure for us with stops on route for lots of photo opportunities and great advice on where to eat and drink. We were dropped back at our hotel in Anaheim at 7.00pm ,great door to door service, great value for money, great fun if you want a snapshot of LA this company is the one to book.
via Tripadvisor
Tour cancelled last minute
Trip was cancelled 10mins before departure(due to an unfortunate situation with the tour guide), and the tour operator did not have a backup plan. Seemed unprofessional to me. Not a good spot to be in, for a newbie in the city.
Response from the operator: We would have loved to have done the tour for this guest and we certainly regret that we couldn't. The reason that it was canceled at the last minute is because the guide was involved in an accident on the way in to the tour. In situations like that there is nothing we can do - other than call, sincerely apologize and issue a full refund. That is the backup plan in these rare instances. It's happened 3-4 times in the 10 years that The Real Los Angeles Tours has been operating, unfortunately. We obviously hope it won't happen (for lots of reasons), but it's outside of our control.
via Tripadvisor
LA in a Day with K
K was our guide/ driver. We scheduled a 7 1/2 hour tour and she had us out for 10 hours. She made sure everyone saw what the brochure promised and then some. K added a personal touch to our tour by having music about California. She drove us around like she owned this town. She knew every short cut and was more pleasant dealing with traffic issues than anyone who we ever toured with in the past. K made sure we all saw what we expected, played trivia about LA and when we come back to LA we will take another tour with K. The hotel pick up was also a big plus for us. Thank you K for making our stay in LA unforgetable.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Los Angeles.
How much does Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour cost?
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Prices start at $135 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 Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Los Angeles, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour?
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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 Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour?
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Around 4 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour 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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