LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Beach Tour with Hotel Pickup

See ten LA landmarks in one day without navigating the freeways yourself

This Los Angeles city tour covers the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Griffith Park, Rodeo Drive, Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and the Historic Core in a single seven-and-a-half-hour route with hotel pickup and drop-off included. A professional guide narrates the route and brings the city to life. You choose how long to spend at each stop. The tour runs in a luxury Sprinter van or minibus with leather seats and fits up to 23 travelers. Pickup is available from most hotels in the Los Angeles area. Confirm your location at booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Historic Core
2. Griffith Observatory30m
3. Hollywood Walk of Fame30m
4. TCL Chinese Theatre15m
5. Los Angeles Original Farmers Market45m
6. The Grove15m
7. Santa Monica Beach and Pier
8. Third Street Promenade
9. Venice Beach45m

Explore Los Angeles highlights

• See LA Live and Staples Center
• Visit Olvera Street marketplace
• Explore Griffith Park and Observatory
• View the Hollywood Sign
• Walk the Hollywood Walk of Fame
• See celebrity handprints at TCL Chinese Theatre
• Shop and eat at Original Farmers Market
• Visit The Grove shopping complex
• Stroll Rodeo Drive boutiques
• Visit Santa Monica Pier and beach
• Shop at Third Street Promenade
• Explore Venice Beach boardwalk

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel, then heads into downtown Los Angeles to see the Historic Core: LA Live, the Staples Center, Disney Concert Hall, and the Music Center. From there, the route moves to Olvera Street, a historic pedestrian marketplace known as the birthplace of Los Angeles and a vibrant center of Mexican culture. The guide narrates throughout, pointing out what makes each neighborhood distinct.

Next comes Griffith Park, where you get views of the Hollywood Sign and the option to step out at Griffith Observatory. Then the tour reaches the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the TCL Chinese Theatre, where you can see the permanent collection of celebrity handprints and footprints from stars like Marilyn Monroe and Tom Hanks. A stop at the Original Farmers Market follows: a sprawling food hall with stalls, sit-down eateries, and produce vendors where you can grab lunch if you want. The Grove, a retail and entertainment complex built on parts of the historic Farmers Market, is nearby if shopping appeals to you.

The afternoon takes you to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, where you walk past exclusive boutiques like Cartier, Chanel, and Gucci. Then it's on to Santa Monica, where you see the Santa Monica Pier with its small amusement park and ocean views, and the Third Street Promenade, an open-air shopping street with national stores and restaurants. The tour ends at Venice Beach, famous for its bohemian boardwalk, Muscle Beach, and skate park. Hotel drop-off completes the day.

The van has leather seats and air conditioning. The pace is flexible. You can spend more time at stops that interest you and move through others more quickly. The guide has insider knowledge of the city and speaks English throughout. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with young children, and all areas are wheelchair accessible. Contact the operator if you need a bus with a wheelchair lift.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off from most Los Angeles-area hotels.
• luxury Sprinter van or minibus with leather seats.
• live English-speaking guide with insider knowledge of the city.
• flexible pacing so you can spend extra time at your favorite stops.
• access to ten major landmarks including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, Rodeo Drive, Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, and the Historic Core.

Options for this experience

8 options

Area of Marina del ReyGuide in English · 09:00Only for hotels located in the Marina del Rey Area: *Very Important* Choose this option only if your hotel is in Marina del Rey Area. Includes pickup

Area of Manhattan BeachGuide in English · 08:45Only for hotels in the Manhattan Beach Area: *Very Important* Please pick this option only when your hotel is in Manhattan Beach Area. Pickup is included

Area of Downtown LAGuide in English · 10:00Only for hotel pickups in the Downtown LA Area: *Very Important* Choose this option only if your hotel pickup is in Downtown LA Area. Pickup is included

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LAX AreaGuide in English · 09:00Only for hotels in the LAX Area: *Very Important* Select this option only if your hotel is in LAX Area. Includes pickup

Area of El SegundoGuide in English · 08:45Only for hotels in the El Segundo Area: *Very Important* Pick this option only when your hotel is located in El Segundo Area. Pickup included

Area of Venice BeachGuide in English · 09:15Only for hotels in the Venice Beach Area: *Very Important* Choose this option only if your hotel is in Venice Beach Area. Includes pickup

Area of Santa MonicaGuide in English · 09:30Only for hotels in the Santa Monica Area: *Very Important* Select this option only when your hotel is in Santa Monica Area. Pickup is included

Area of Redondo BeachGuide in English · 08:30Only for hotel pickups in the Redondo Beach Area: *Very Important* Select this option only if your hotel pickup is in Redondo Beach Area. Includes pickup

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 10:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (10 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Child (2 to 9 years)

GroupUp to 23

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by LA VIP Tours & Charters

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see LA's most recognizable spots in a single day without renting a car or piecing together multiple trips: the route, timing, and hotel pickup mean the day holds together without you building it. If you're staying in a hotel outside the designated pickup areas or prefer a smaller group, check the available options at checkout, as pickup zones vary by location.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 9 years).

What exactly is the Hollywood Walk of Fame and what will I see there?

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a sidewalk embedded with over 2,700 brass stars honoring achievements in entertainment. On this tour, you walk among the stars and see the TCL Chinese Theatre, which displays permanent handprints, footprints, and signatures from celebrities including Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Tom Hanks.

Can I get lunch during the tour, or is food on my own?

Meals and beverages are not included, but the tour stops at the Original Farmers Market, a food hall with dozens of stalls and eateries where you can purchase lunch or snacks. Other stops like the Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Pier also have restaurants and food vendors nearby.

How much time do I spend at each stop, or is the pace fixed?

The pace is flexible. The tour is designed to hit all the major landmarks in seven-and-a-half hours, but you can spend more time at stops that interest you and move through others more quickly. The guide adjusts based on the group's interests.

What is Olvera Street and why is it on the tour?

Olvera Street is a historic pedestrian marketplace in downtown Los Angeles known as the birthplace of Los Angeles. It's a vibrant Mexican cultural hub with shops, restaurants, and galleries that reflect the city's heritage and give you a sense of LA's roots.

Is hotel pickup really included, and which hotels does it cover?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the tour price. Pickup is available from most hotels in the Los Angeles area. You'll provide your hotel details at booking so the operator can confirm your pickup time and location.

What's the difference between Griffith Observatory and Griffith Park on this tour?

Griffith Park is a large urban park in the hills. The tour passes through it and you get views of the Hollywood Sign. Griffith Observatory is a specific landmark within the park where you have the option to step out and see the building and grounds, which offer views across Los Angeles.