Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours
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Is Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours worth booking?
Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours is a 8-hour experience in Long Beach, United States, from $159 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (17)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $159 per person
Disembarking from a cruise ship at san Pedro cruise terminal, or Long Beach cruise terminal? Then this tour is for you. Explore the iconic sights of Los Angeles and Hollywood on a full-day tour that immerses you in the h
What you get
About this experience
Disembarking from a cruise ship at san Pedro cruise terminal, or Long Beach cruise terminal? Then this tour is for you. Explore the iconic sights of Los Angeles and Hollywood on a full-day tour that immerses you in the heart of LA. Visit downtown, the Coliseum, Hollywood Sign, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica Beach, and Venice Beach. This 8-hour adventure offers comfortable transportation with space for all your luggage, plenty of free time to shop and take photos, and expert local live guides who share insider tips to enrich your experience. At the end, you have the option to be dropped off at LAX Airport at 4:30 p.m., at any hotel near LAX, or back to the cruise ship at 5:30 p.m. you'll do more than just see Los Angeles... you'll remember it.
What's included
Included
- Local taxes
Not included
- Lunch
- entrance fee to any museum.
What you'll see and do
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
At the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, we pause for 15 unforgettable minutes at this iconic symbol of L.A. history. From hosting the Olympics to legendary football games, the Coliseum is a testament to dreams and triumphs. Snap photos of the grand architecture before we continue our journey through L.A.
15 minutes here
Walt Disney Concert Hall
At the Walt Disney Concert Hall, travelers will be awed by its shimmering stainless-steel curves, designed by the legendary Frank Gehry. Outside, the hall captivates with its futuristic architecture, inviting you to capture unforgettable photos. Our guide shares the hall's inspiring story—a must-see symbol of Los Angeles' creative spirit—before we move on.
5 minutes here
Griffith Observatory
GRIFFITH PARK OBSERVATORY, Hollywood Sign: The observatory is a popular tourist attraction with an excellent view of the Hollywood Sign, and an extensive array of space and science-related displays.
20 minutes here
Hollywood Walk of Fame
WALK OF FAME (Hollywood Blvd) Grauman's Chinese Theatre - The Hollywood Walk of Fame - - Kodak Theater, (Home of the Oscars) - The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel , and many more famous places too numerous to list... Since the first star was awarded to Joanne Woodward, in 1960, celebrities and fictional characters that have contributed to the entertainment industry here have recognized with a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. There are now more than 2,300 of these five-pointed bronze stars including some of the most recent honorees such as Halle Berry, Jamie Foxx and Forrest Whitaker and The Munchkins, stars of the 1939 film “The Wizard of Oz.
60 minutes here
Dolby Theatre
At the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, we pause for one hour in the surrounding Hollywood area, giving you the freedom to explore both the Dolby Theatre and the TCL Chinese Theatre, along with the Walk of Fame. You'll have a full hour to roam, take photos, and soak in the glamour—no rush, just a total hour to experience all these iconic landmarks together. Unlike other tours that stay on a strict schedule, we let you set your own pace before we continue onward.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
TCL Chinese Theatres
At the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, we stop for a full hour, giving you the freedom to explore the entire area at your own pace—something few other tours offer. Since 1927, this theatre has been at the heart of Hollywood, surrounded by the Walk of Fame, celebrity handprints, and star-studded history. As you stroll, you can wander along the boulevard, admire the stars, and capture your perfect photo in this iconic setting—no rush, just a full hour to immerse yourself in the glamour. After this unforgettable stop, we continue onward."
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Sunset Plaza
Lunch at Mel's Diner:The ultimate 50’s dining experience! George Lucas filmed scenes for American Graffiti at a Mel’s Diner. The one on Sunset Strip, where we stop for lunch on the full-day tour, is still a great place for celebrity spotting! You don’t “have” to have lunch here – but why wouldn’t you want to? You just might recognize someone famous at the next table. Don’t let their clever disguise (Rayban(tm) sunglasses) fool you! Dine with the stars! (Lunch is not included).
60 minutes here
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive: This is a city where the pawn shops are called “collateral lenders,” and make quick loans on Mercedes and Ferraris instead of toasters. This is a city where some of the clothing stores require customers to make advance reservations to shop, and where shoppers may routinely drop $100,000 or more in a single visit to a boutique on Rodeo Drive or Wilshire Blvd. A city where the post office offers valet parking. This town’s “Sister City” is none other than Cannes, France.
5 minutes here
Santa Monica
Santa Monica Beach: Follow America’s most famous cross country highway to the Pacific Ocean, and you will find yourself at the Santa Monica Pier. Designed as a pleasure palace and park a century ago, currently this restored family playground is gearing up for its 100th Gala in 2009.
5 minutes here
Venice Beach
At Venice Beach, we pause for 45 minutes in one of LA's most eclectic spots. Known for its bold street art, iconic Muscle Beach, and world-famous boardwalk, Venice has been featured in films like Baywatch and White Men Can't Jump. Stroll past quirky shops, street performers, and the laid-back energy of this bohemian playground before we continue on.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
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
- Sunseeker Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- pick up from San Pedro Cruise Terminal at 9:00 am
- Pick up from Long Beach Cruise Terminal at 9:00 am
- Drop off to LAX: 4:00 pm
- Drop off back to the ship: 4:30 pm
- Drop off to any hotel in Long Beach, San Pedro at 5:00 pm
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
17 verified traveler reviews for Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Luggage, great pick up and drop off from cruise.
This is an excellent way to spend time before getting on the airplane after the cruise. It includes your transportation with luggage. Well worth the money. Just make sure you get a different driver. Our driver was so boring talking about world war 2 and how the city is the spy headquarters. He repeats himself a lot. He did not say factual things even when you googled it and told him so. He likes to say McDonalds a lot like undermine them and they actually are a great company and treat employees right. He kept saying California not a right to work state so with no education you can make $100,000 a year and very cheap to live there. He kept saying Johnny Delp Neighbor so I guess ever street is his. He tried to share that he had an accounting degree I am sorry but he never spoke like an educated person or someone that should be doing this your. He is not truthful nor entertaining.
Response from the operator: We appreciate your feedback! On an 8 hour tour we naturally have a lot of conversation as we cover about 80 miles of LA's highlights. We'll take your feedback to heart and ensure we keep conversation engaging and enjoyable throughout. We'd love the chance to welcome you again and provide a great experience!
via Viator
It was decent.
Pros: They picked us up at the cruise terminal and dropped us off at the hotel. Small group We got to see seals The guide was very polite when loading and unloading the van at every stop. Loads of info regarding where movies were filmed. Cons: We didn't stop at Beverly Hills or Santa Monica. The tour guide (Gabe) seemed to have a very negative opinion of younger people. He went off on tangents that were difficult to follow/understand.
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are glad you appreciated the convenient cruise terminal pickup and assistance with loading and unloading. We are sorry other aspects didn't meet your expectations. As noted in our itinerary, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica are scenic "Pass-by" highlights while locations like Venice Beach include time to explore on foot. We appreciate your comments and will keep working to provide an enjoyable experience for all our guests.
via Tripadvisor
Ok
Tour guide is in depth and knows his stuff, however most all of his references to Hollywood are much older generation finding it tough to stay engaged when you don’t know who he is talking about. Saw some cool highlights. Wish I knew we were just getting dropped off at target to look for the stars.. would have pre looked up locations to make use of my time. Rodeo drive is just a drive down the street. Venice beach was a cool experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your input concerning the guide's commentary. With our tours being open to all ages, it can be difficult to have it reach all ages at all times. We encourage our guests to be involved with the tour and feel free to ask for clarification of comments or, if something along the route is not pointed out by the guide, to ask about it. With regards to star locations, there are over 2800 stars on the Walk of Fame and their locations are available online. We encourage our guests to let us know if they hope to see a particular star so that, if possible, we can point it out along the way. Unfortunately, the City of Beverly Hills has imposed vehicle weight limits and has restricted tour buses from stopping on Rodeo. That is a disappointment for us all.
via Viator
Very friendly and...
Very friendly and cooperative. They were on time and give enough time to visit places.The city tour was excellent!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for submitting your review. We appreciate your kind words.
via Viator
Too much highway time....
Too much highway time. Arrived at the Griffith Obsv at 10 - didn't open till noon. Driver went on and on and on about financial politics rather than more interesting facts about the city.
Response from the operator: Welcome to Los Angles. It is a big place and its attractions are spread out. Unfortunately, the only way to get to them involves highway travel. Just the initial trip from Long Beach to downtown Los Angeles is over 30 miles. We wish we could shorten that, but that is not possible. With respect to the Observatory stop. We go there to see the impressive view over Los Angeles (it is 2200 feet above the city) and to provide a first view of the Hollywood sign. Entering the observatory is not part of the tour as it is an attraction which would add considerable time to the already full day tour. Our guides are experienced professionals who share considerable knowledge about the attractions while also attempting to provide additional comments which are of interest to our guests. With up to 14 people in the bus, it is not unusual for something of interest to some guests would be less interest to others.
via Viator
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
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Long Beach.
How much does Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours cost?
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Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Long Beach 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 Ports of Call Tours 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 Long Beach is not rushed.
Is Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Long Beach, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours?
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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 Ports of Call Tours 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 Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours?
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Around 6 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Los Angeles Ports of Call Tours 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach?
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Long Beach runs whale watching out of Rainbow Harbor, Queen Mary tours and ghost walks, harbour cruises, Catalina ferry connections and coastal bike rides. On Outty we rank every Long Beach experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach, Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket, Shared 8-Hour Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach. 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 Long Beach?
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Year-round whale watching; May to October for the best harbour weather. 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 Long Beach?
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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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