Rodeo Drive vs TCL Chinese Theatre: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Rodeo Drive first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 90 against 88 for TCL Chinese Theatre, and it has 145 ranked ways to see it versus 112. With a full day in Los Angeles, pair them: plan TCL Chinese Theatre in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Rodeo Drive | TCL Chinese Theatre | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 145 | 112 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 94 | 94 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 90 | 88 |
| Cheapest experience | $22 | $22 |
| Average time needed | 3.4h | 2.9h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | Yes | No |
Best ways to see Rodeo Drive
- 1. Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time
Outty Ranking 94 · from $69 · 5.5h
- 2. Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Tour by Open-Air Bus
Outty Ranking 94 · from $22 · 2h
- 3. Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Outty Ranking 92 · from $87 · 5h
- 4. Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops
Outty Ranking 91 · from $51 · 3h
- 5. Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus
Outty Ranking 91 · from $31 · 2h
Best ways to see TCL Chinese Theatre
- 1. Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Tour by Open-Air Bus
Outty Ranking 94 · from $22 · 2h
- 2. Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Outty Ranking 92 · from $87 · 5h
- 3. Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus
Outty Ranking 91 · from $31 · 2h
- 4. Hollywood Sunset Walk: Hidden Gems & Scenic LA Views
Outty Ranking 88 · from $25 · 2h
- 5. Small-Group City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Outty Ranking 88 · from $79 · 4h
Frequently asked questions
Rodeo Drive or TCL Chinese Theatre: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Rodeo Drive first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 90 against 88 for TCL Chinese Theatre, and it has 145 ranked ways to see it versus 112. With a full day in Los Angeles, pair them: plan TCL Chinese Theatre in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Rodeo Drive or TCL Chinese Theatre?
Ranked experiences at Rodeo Drive start from $22 and at TCL Chinese Theatre from $22 per person. Rodeo Drive can also be visited for free; paid options add guides, skip-the-line access or transport.
How long do you need at Rodeo Drive and TCL Chinese Theatre?
Experiences at Rodeo Drive run 3.4 hours on average and at TCL Chinese Theatre 2.9 hours, so both fit in one day in Los Angeles with a break in between.
Can you do Rodeo Drive and TCL Chinese Theatre on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Rodeo Drive options and 100% of TCL Chinese Theatre options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Rodeo Drive: Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time (Outty Ranking 94, from $69). For TCL Chinese Theatre: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Tour by Open-Air Bus (Outty Ranking 94, from $22).

