Hollywood Open Bus Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes & Sunset Strip

See the Hollywood Sign & 10 Celebrity Hotspots Without Walking All Day

You board an open-air bus at the Hollywood Walk of Fame and spend the afternoon passing the Hollywood Sign, Dolby Theatre, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills Hotel, and celebrity homes in the Hollywood Hills. A driver-guide narrates the route, you get a 10-minute photo stop at the Beverly Hills Sign, and the open-air seating means better views and photo angles than a closed bus. You're back by evening without having to drive or navigate yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each8 stops

1. Hollywood Walk of Fame20m
2. Hollywood Signpassing by
3. Dolby Theatrepassing by
4. Laugh Factory Hollywoodpassing by
5. Rodeo Drivepassing by
6. TCL Chinese Theatrepassing by
7. Sunset Strippassing by
8. Mulholland Drivepassing by

Hollywood landmarks and celebrity homes tour

• Arrive early at Walk of Fame
• See Hollywood Walk of Fame stars
• View the Hollywood Sign
• Pass by Dolby Theatre
• Pass by TCL Chinese Theatre
• Pass by Laugh Factory
• Pass by Beverly Hills Hotel
• Stop at Beverly Hills Sign for photos
• Pass by Rodeo Drive shopping district
• Pass through West Hollywood TV show locations
• Pass along Sunset Strip nightlife area
• See Hollywood Hills and celebrity homes

The experience

"Which star are you looking for?" The driver asks as you board the open-air bus at the Walk of Fame, right near Marilyn Monroe's star. That's the thing about this tour. You're not stuck on foot in the heat, trying to navigate between the Dolby Theatre and Rodeo Drive. The bus covers the ground, and you get to stay in the shade between stops. You'll pass the Hollywood Sign from multiple angles, roll down the Sunset Strip where the comedy clubs and concert venues line up, and swing through West Hollywood where they film reality TV shows like Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

The route hits the landmarks people actually want to see: TCL Chinese Theatre, the Beverly Hills Hotel, Rodeo Drive (where they shot Pretty Woman), and a 10-minute stop at the Beverly Hills Sign so you can get out and take photos without rushing. Mulholland Drive gives you the Hollywood Hills and those iconic views of the sign from above. The driver points things out as you go, and because you're on an open bus, the photo angles are better than they'd be through a window. You arrive 20 to 30 minutes early, which gives you time to find a specific star on the Walk of Fame if you have one in mind.

The whole thing moves at a pace that lets you actually see things instead of just checking them off. You're not hiking between sites, and you're not sitting in traffic wondering where you are. The Laugh Factory, Sur and Pump restaurants in West Hollywood, the high-end shops on Rodeo Drive. It all flows together in one afternoon. If you've got limited time in Los Angeles and want to cover the main Hollywood and Beverly Hills spots without arranging your own transport or timing yourself, this is how you do it.

What’s included

Your tour includes a driver-guide, the open-air bus ride, and access to all stops: the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign views, Dolby Theatre, Beverly Hills Hotel, Rodeo Drive, TCL Chinese Theatre, Laugh Factory, West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Mulholland Drive, and a 10-minute photo break at the Beverly Hills Sign. Arrive 20 to 30 minutes early at the Walk of Fame starting point.

Options for this experience

4 options

Movie Star Homes at 4:30Guide in English · 16:30Start your tour in the middle of Hollywood. Take in Hollywood and its surroundings from an open van that offers excellent, unobstructed views, on this tour of about 2 hours.

Movie Star Homes at 10:30Guide in English · 10:30Start your tour in the middle of Hollywood. Take in Hollywood and its surroundings from an open van that offers excellent, unobstructed views, on this tour of about 2 hours.

Movie Star Homes at 12:30Guide in English · 12:30Start your tour in the middle of Hollywood. Take in Hollywood and its surroundings from an open van that offers excellent, unobstructed views, on this tour of about 2 hours.

Movie Star Homes at 2:30Guide in English · 14:30Start your tour in the middle of Hollywood. Take in Hollywood and its surroundings from an open van that offers excellent, unobstructed views, on this tour of about 2 hours.

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Information

Lasts 2h, runs every day except Wednesday, 4 start times, from US$ 39 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 14 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day except WednesdayDepartures at 10:30, 12:30, 14:30 and 16:30Another time? ›

GroupUp to 141 private ›

Live guideEnglishOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.3 with pickup ›

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AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

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Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the main Hollywood and Beverly Hills landmarks in one afternoon without renting a car or figuring out your own route: the open-air bus and fixed stops mean you cover more ground than walking and spend less time navigating.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Where does the tour start?

At the Hollywood Walk of Fame, near Marilyn Monroe's star. Arrive 20 to 30 minutes early.

What's included in the tour?

Driver-guide, the open-air bus ride, and stops at the Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre, Beverly Hills Hotel, Rodeo Drive, TCL Chinese Theatre, Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, and Mulholland Drive for views of the Hollywood Hills.

Can I request a specific star on the Walk of Fame?

Yes. Let the operator know which star you want to see before the tour starts, and they'll direct you there during the early arrival window.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. However, it's not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Public transportation options are available nearby if needed.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.

What should I bring?

Sunscreen and a camera or phone for photos. The bus is open-air, so you'll be in direct sun between stops.