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Toshka
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What a fun and awesome tour. Our tour guide Kenny was amazing! His jokes, songs and timely notice for photos made this well-orchestrated your experience grade A!
Experience the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles with a guided tour, offering a thrilling journey past iconic landmarks and celebrity homes, all led by engaging local experts

Highlights

  • Enjoy a seamless exploration of LA with local experts sharing entertaining stories and insider insights

  • Capture yourself at iconic landmarks such as the Hollywood & Beverly Hills sign, and cruise through famous districts like Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive

  • Drive past the lavish homes of celebrities in Hollywood Hills and Laurel Canyon, with a chance for real-life celebrity sightings

  • Choose convenient start locations in Hollywood or Santa Monica, providing flexibility to fit your schedule

  • Options for both open-air and climate‑controlled vehicles, tailored to the tour you choose

  • Optimal duration for full experiences —from 2 hrs to half/full-day—no long commitments, just nonstop fun

  • Perfect for Gifting! Share this exciting and guided Los Angeles city tour with friends and family

What To Expect

Start your adventure aboard an open-air mini-coach (for sightseeing) or a climate-controlled mini-coach (for half-day tours), designed for optimal viewing and comfort. Feel the buzz of Hollywood as your engaging local driver-guide takes you on a journey filled with fascinating stories and insider insights about the city's culture and history. Cruise along the legendary Sunset Strip, through the neighborhoods of Beverly Hills, and past the boutiques of Rodeo Drive, to experience the true spirit of Los Angeles.
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And when you get the chance, pose for epic photo souvenirs at the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, with a dedicated stop at the renowned Beverly Hills sign. Get a glimpse of the extravagant residences of the stars as you drive through the Hollywood Hills and Laurel Canyon, with the possibility of spotting a celebrity along the way. For a deeper exploration of the city, the "Taste of LA" tour expands your experience to include The Original Farmers Market for local delights and Griffith Observatory for panoramic city views of the Hollywood Sign.

Plan Your Visit

  • Operating HoursChecek here for latest hours
  • Tour ScheduleHollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Tour: Hourly departures from Hollywood Visitor Center between 10 AM and 6 PM

    A Taste of LA Half-Day Tour: Morning departures from Hollywood or Santa Monica at 10 AM and 11:30 AM

    Hollywood & Taste of LA Combo Tour: A Taste of LA (10 AM–3:30 PM): half-day cultural excursion or Celebrity Homes Tour (approx. 2 hrs) from 4 PM–6 PM (seasonal 5–7 PM)
  • DurationHollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Tour: Approximately 2 hours (Hollywood departure) or 3.5 hours (Santa Monica departure)

    A Taste of LA Half-Day Tour: Approximately 5.5 hours

    Hollywood & Taste of LA Combo Tour: Approximately 7.5 hours
  • Departure & ArrivalDeparts from either the Hollywood Visitor Center or Santa Monica Shore Hotel
  • Key StopsHollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Tour includes the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign views, Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Mulholland Drive, a photo-stop at the Beverly Hills sign, and celebrity homes in Hollywood Hills and Laurel Canyon

    A Taste of LA Half-Day Tour includes Hollywood Walk of Fame or Santa Monica Pier, The Original Farmers Market & The Grove, Griffith Observatory, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Culver City, Museum Row, Paramount Studios, and Melrose Avenue

    For the combo tour, explore everything that is mentioned above

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Hollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Tour

A captivating journey aboard an open-air mini-coach, exploring LA's glamour. See the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Sign, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, and iconic celebrity homes. Tours depart hourly from Hollywood (2 hours) or enjoy an extended 3.5-hour tour from Santa Monica, with options for adults and children

A Taste of LA - Half-Day Tour

Discover Los Angeles like a VIP on a 5.5-hour tour aboard a climate-controlled mini-coach. Highlights include the Hollywood Walk of Fame or Santa Monica Pier, The Original Farmers Market & The Grove for food and shopping, and Griffith Observatory for panoramic city views. Morning departures available from Hollywood or Santa Monica, with options for adults and children

Hollywood Sightseeing & Taste of LA Combo Tour

Combine the best of both worlds with a 7.5-hour ultimate day out, integrating the Half-Day cultural excursion with the Celebrity Homes Tour. This flexible option can be enjoyed in a single day or split across two days, departing from Hollywood or Santa Monica, with options for adults and children

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FAQs

What sights will I see on the Hollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Tour?

This tour takes you past the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign views, Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Mulholland Drive, and offers a photo-stop at the iconic Beverly Hills sign, alongside drives through celebrity neighborhoods like Hollywood Hills and Laurel Canyon

What does the A Taste of LA - Half-Day Tour include?

This comprehensive tour includes stops at the Hollywood Walk of Fame or Santa Monica Pier, The Original Farmers Market & The Grove for culinary delights and shopping, and Griffith Observatory for breathtaking panoramic views of LA and the Hollywood Sign. You'll also enjoy scenic drives through various iconic districts

Can I combine tours for a longer experience?

Yes, the Hollywood Sightseeing & Taste of LA Combo Tour combines both the Half-Day cultural excursion and the Celebrity Homes Tour into one ultimate 7.5-hour experience. You have the flexibility to enjoy it all in a single day or split it across two days

Will I see real celebrities on the tour?

While not guaranteed, the Hollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Tour drives through famous celebrity neighborhoods in Hollywood Hills and Laurel Canyon, offering the exciting possibility of real-life celebrity sightings along the way

Are the tours suitable for children?

Yes, many of the tour options are available for both adults and children, making them a great family-friendly way to explore Los Angeles

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About Hollywood Bus Tours

Founded by two tourism professionals with vast experience, Hollywood Bus Tours aims to provide memorable and unique experiences for all those looking to spruce up their L.A. tourism activities. Chris has worked for various California-based leisure companies on both land and water before becoming one of the founders of Hollywood Bus Tours. Accompanying him is Jason, who is a treasure trove of knowledge about Hollywood and the celebrities one may encounter during the trip. Together they make up Hollywood Bus Tours, a company that offers tours of Los Angeles, from a grand L.A. tour to a celebrity-oriented tour.

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Toshka
41 ratings|4 reviews
What a fun and awesome tour. Our tour guide Kenny was amazing! His jokes, songs and timely notice for photos made this well-orchestrated your experience grade A!
AlTricia
1 rating|1 review
Great tour! Enjoyed it!
Marquetta
1 rating|1 review
Our tour guide Kenny was great! Very funny and entertaining
Cindy
Top reviewer
31 ratings|9 reviews
So fun!! Loved every minute of it!!
Kelli
Top reviewer
10 ratings|7 reviews
Excellent!!

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