Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour
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Is Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour worth booking?
Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour is a 1-hour experience in Los Angeles, United States, from $150 per person. It scores 42 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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- 42 / 100
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- Duration
- 1 hours
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- $150 per person
California has great beaches, sunsets, and staggering beauty. Come with me and I'll take you to where the stories unfold. We'll explore unique and interesting ways to take pictures that could perhaps inspire a story. Eve
What you get
About this experience
California has great beaches, sunsets, and staggering beauty. Come with me and I'll take you to where the stories unfold. We'll explore unique and interesting ways to take pictures that could perhaps inspire a story. Every day in Venice is different, always with another story that unfolds. Come with me and capture the experience
What's included
Included
- experience photographer and local
Not included
- Camera Equipment
What you'll see and do
We will be starting our excursion at the pier, walking along the beach and the boardwalk, and perhaps we'll walk over to the canals - exploring and seeking out great photo opportunities. I'll be able to give you hands-on guidance - give suggestions on composition (if you want) or just lead you to the places where I've always been able to capture magic. It is the place that has inspired the coffee table photo book I am creating; not wax poetic but it has some of the best photo opportunities around nature and man coming together at their finest. And if you don't mind getting your feet wet, but not your camera, I will show you some of the better photo opportunities. This is a customizable and bespoke tour. If we are feeling the pier's magic, we can stay longer, if not, we will continue. It's completely up to the group.
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Venice Beach
Bodybuilding", nestled right in the heart of Venice Beach since 1963. Bodybuilders and bodybuilding enthusiasts flock to this outdoor gym to work out and be a part of the bodybuilding tradition. There are sure to be a few photo-worthy shots here - weather permitting! But that's not all we are seeing! We will also be seeing the Iconic Venice Sign - created by Abbot Kinney in 1905 spanning Venice Blvd and Pacific We also have The Townhouse which was the home of Del Monte Speakeasy. The speakeasy ran until Prohibition ended in 1933. After the repeal, the grocery store was scrapped, and the bar re- opened in the upstairs area. The downstairs area became Club Del Monte. It'll likely be closed but the facade is a worthy pic.
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Venice Beach Boardwalk
And then there's the Venice Skate Park! Even if you've never been on a skateboard and have no desire to be on one you will love watching the talented people do their thing and capture amazing pictures! The Venice Boardwalk is the route we will be taking back to the pier where the tour began. The boardwalk is vibrant and busy (always keep an eye on your personal property!) You'll be able to capture the vibrant life happening around you. Maybe we'll encounter street musicians or other performers? There are usually all types of photo opportunities that present themselves on the boardwalk. Otherwise, it wouldn't be famous.
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Venice Canals Walkway
- After the Venice Pier we will be heading 2 blocks east on Washington Blvd to the Venice Canals. The Venice Canals community is a magical hidden neighborhood in the Venice Beach area of Los Angeles. It consists of three blocks set around six man-made canals: Grand and Eastern canals run north-south; Carroll, Linnie, Howland, and Sherman stretch east-west and is officially known as the Venice Canal Historic District. Discovering this serene sanctuary, it's hard to believe you're just a few minutes walk east of Venice's crowded boardwalks and traffic, or mile-long Abbot Kinney Boulevard with its shops, restaurants and galleries. It's an easy place to explore on foot and you can easily spend an entire morning or afternoon exploring, weaving your way around, along the quiet pathways and over the arching wooden pedestrian bridges. Having said that, we won't! We are just going to walk through the canals heading towards the iconic Venice sign.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Los Angeles
We will meet at the entrance of the Venice Pier - or as sometimes called the Washington Pier(not the parking entrance)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will meet at the entrance of the Venice Pier - or as sometimes called the Washington Pier(not the parking entrance)
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
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Appeal Photos
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 42
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Los Angeles.
How much does Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $150 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 Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 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 Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking 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 Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking Tour?
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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 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Venice Photographic Beach Walking 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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