Hollywood: Celebrity Homes Bus Tour & Walk of Fame Views

Summary

See the hollywood sign, sunset strip and beverly hills from an open-air bus with live stories and local color

You’ll ride an open-air bus through Hollywood with a local guide sharing stories as you pass the Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, celebrity homes, and Rodeo Drive. Listen along in your language with an audio app or just take in the sights. Expect quick glances into LA’s flashiest corners—and maybe a laugh or two along the way.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the sound — not traffic exactly, but this constant hum that’s just Hollywood. We climbed onto this open-air bus right off the Walk of Fame (stars underfoot, people everywhere, someone dressed as Spider-Man waving at us). Our guide, Marcus, had this way of pointing things out like he was showing friends around his own neighborhood. He even paused so we could actually see the Hollywood Sign through a gap in the palms — it’s smaller than you expect but somehow feels huge when you’re staring at it for real.

We rolled past Sunset Strip where Marcus told us about old rock clubs and which bar still has David Bowie’s lipstick on a glass (no idea if that’s true but I want to believe it). The air smelled like sunscreen and city heat. There was a video screen playing movie clips — I got weirdly nostalgic seeing scenes from movies I half-remembered. At one point, my headphones tangled up and I missed half a story about a celebrity house, but honestly, just looking out at Beverly Hills’ manicured lawns felt surreal enough. You don’t get off the bus, but you see so much — Rodeo Drive glinting in the sun, people taking selfies by that famous Beverly Hills sign.

I tried to say “TCL Chinese Theatre” in my best attempt at Mandarin using their audio guide (Li laughed behind me; I probably butchered it). It’s all quick — 90 minutes goes fast when you’re craning your neck for movie landmarks and trying to spot someone famous (spoiler: didn’t happen). We ended back on Hollywood Boulevard with more stars beneath our feet than I could count. The whole thing left me oddly happy — like I’d been let in on some secret rhythm of LA life for just a little while.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hollywood and Beverly Hills overview

• See Hollywood Walk of Fame
• View Hollywood Sign from hills
• Pass Sunset Strip area
• See celebrity houses and Beverly Hills
• Drive along Rodeo Drive
• End tour at TCL Chinese Theatre

Top questions

How long is the Hollywood Celebrity Bus Tour?

The tour lasts about 90 minutes from start to finish.

Does the tour include stops or do you stay on the bus?

You stay on the open-air bus for the entire tour without getting off.

Is there an audio guide available in different languages?

Yes, there’s an audio guide app available in 9 languages if you choose that option.

What attractions will we see during this Hollywood tour?

You’ll pass by the Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign, Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, and celebrity homes.

Are headphones provided for the audio guide?

You need to bring your own headphones or buy them for $5 before boarding.

Is this tour suitable for families with small children?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers and specialized infant seats are allowed.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts and ends near the Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre.

Is public transportation nearby for reaching the starting point?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to where you board the bus.

What’s included

Your ticket covers your seat on an open-air bus with live commentary from a local guide as you pass all those classic LA sights—plus access to an audio app in nine languages if you want it. Just bring your own headphones or pick up a pair before boarding if needed—then settle in for ninety minutes of pure Hollywood scenery before returning right where you started.