Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes
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Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes is a 5.5-hour experience in Santa Monica, United States, from $197 per person. It scores 56 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.
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- 5.5 hours
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- $197 per person
Explore Hollywood on this guided bus tour with stops at the most iconic landmarks of LA. Be astonished by the lavishness of the City of Angels as you stroll down the Rodeo Drive and Hollywood Walk of Fame, marveling at s
What you get
About this experience
Explore Hollywood on this guided bus tour with stops at the most iconic landmarks of LA. Be astonished by the lavishness of the City of Angels as you stroll down the Rodeo Drive and Hollywood Walk of Fame, marveling at stunning TCL Chinese Theatres. Drive through the Sunset Strip, which is an LA nightlife nexus known from the 1960-70s, and explore the most iconic venues along the way. Dive deeper into the historic part of the city and learn how the place has changed since its foundation in 1781. Hear captivating, eye-opening facts and details as you ride. Spend your time with your enthusiastic, knowledgeable guide who will reveal another Hollywood for you. • No need to spend time worrying about transportation • Drive from one landmark to another while listening to your enthusiastic local guide • Take a chance to visit all the iconic sights and learn more about them • Feel the vibe of the city inside the traffic, admiring the stunning views
What's included
Included
- Iconic places for photoshoot
- Must see and off the beaten path
- Visit to the Original Farmer's Market with over 45 restaurants to choose from
- Live commentary on board
- Stops at Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Originals Farmer's Market
- All taxes
- Safe Luggage Storage Available
- Friendly local guide
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Start your adventurous journey, meeting your local guide at Surf & Coffee shop at Santa Monica. Load your body with coffee and get ready to see all the iconic landmarks of the City of Angels.
15 minutes here
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Get to the heart of Hollywood and spend an hour discovering the world-known Hollywood Walk of Fame. Find out captivating facts about your favorite celebrities’ stars. Learn a lot more historical facts about the walk from the moment of its construction to the present, and the peculiarities of the stars’ installation. No visit to LA is complete without taking a stroll down the famous star sidewalk. Your friendly guide will make it easier to navigate among more than 2,700 stars of actors, producers, and musicians to find the most significant ones.
40 minutes here
Hollywood Sign
It is impossible to imagine a Los Angeles tour without a Hollywood Sign. Take your best shots from the greatest spots of Hollywood, as shown by your guide. Get ready to learn more about the undeniable symbol of Los Angeles and the whole movie industry.
15 minutes here
TCL Chinese Theatres
Marvel at the illustrious building of TLC Chinese Theatre and explore the handprints and footprints of the great celebrities of the past and present in the concrete. This iconic Hollywood landmark has an incredible number of stories to tell, so get closer to the great events of the past and learn something you couldn’t even imagine.
60 minutes here
SUR Lounge
Pass by the luxurious restaurants of Beverly Hills and Hollywood. See the greatest diversity of international cuisines and make some notes for your guide will advise you where you can spend your night and get a truly unique dining experience.
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Sunset Strip
Drive by the prominent epicenter of a nightlife in Los Angeles. See the most recognizable music venues that hosted shows of the most famous bands, and get that atmosphere of incredibly vivid neighborhood.
5 minutes here
The Original Farmers Market
This must-see tour offers the perfect stop for lunch with over 45 restaurants to choose from. See the legendary Los Angeles Farmer’s Market - a food-court setting, so loved and revered by Angelenos. First opened in July 1934, Original Farmer's Market is now home to American foods, as well as ethnic cuisines with a lot of Latin American and Asian flavors.
60 minutes here
Rodeo Drive
Reach the Beverly Hills to stroll through the most luxurious street of LA. Walk down the Rodeo Drive and be surprised by the number of world-famous brands you meet every step you take. This is a place where all rich and famous shop, so you have a chance to catch one of the celebrities while wandering along the Drive.
30 minutes here
Whisky-a-Go-Go
Continue discovering the Sunset Strip as you drive by the most iconic venues and nightclubs. Whiskey-a-Go-Go is one of such places. It also hosts music shows from rock-n-roll punk, from new wave to alternative metal. This place has been a cult among the musicians based in the South California.
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The Roxy
Look at the Roxy Theatre, often called simply the Roxy, a nightclub and one more well-known rock venue in the area. The place was visited by a lot of world-known celebrities like John Lennon, Alice Cooper, Harry Nilsson, and others.
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Hollywood Bowl
Take a look at one of the best live music venues in the whole country. The Hollywood Bowl is an amphitheater located in the Hollywood Hills, and it is famous for its band shell, represented by concentric arches. Situated in a picturesque area against the hills and Hollywood Sign, the venue has become an iconic landmark of Los Angeles.
10 minutes here
The Viper Room
Get to see the legendary nightclub and live music venue at Sunset Strip, once owned by Johnny Depp. Hear some intriguing facts about the place and get ready, there is a great possibility you'll get to see a club named like this in your city soon.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santa Monica
Meet your guide at at Poseidon Surf Shop
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guide at at Poseidon Surf Shop
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 14 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5.5 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
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Monica.
How much does Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes cost?
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Prices start at $197 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Monica usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes take?
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Plan for about 5.5 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 Santa Monica is not rushed.
Is Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 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 Santa Monica, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes?
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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 Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes?
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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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica and add a light layer if any part of the 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Los Angeles Must-See Tour - Filming Locations, Crime Scenes, Celebrity Homes 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica?
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Santa Monica is where most LA coast tours start: beach bike and e-bike rides to Venice, surf lessons, food walks on Third Street and open-top runs up Pacific Coast Highway. On Outty we rank every Santa Monica experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time, Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus, Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica. 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 Santa Monica?
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March to May and September to November, dodging the June marine layer. 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 Santa Monica?
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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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