Discover LA’s iconic landmarks in a day from Santa Monica. Explore Hollywood, Venice Beach, and more with expert guides. Book your adventure now.
Discover LA’s iconic landmarks in a day from Santa Monica. Explore Hollywood, Venice Beach, and more with expert guides. Book your adventure now.
- Santa Monica Pier - Santa Monica is a stunning coastal city where visitors can soak up the sun and see the spot where Forrest Gump completed his Route 66 run to the Pacific! A visit to LA isn’t complete without experiencing its magnificent beaches. Arrive at the office early or end the tour in Santa Monica to enjoy a stroll down the pier - there’s…
- Santa Monica Pier - Santa Monica is a stunning coastal city where visitors can soak up the sun and see the spot where Forrest Gump completed his Route 66 run to the Pacific! A visit to LA isn’t complete without experiencing its magnificent beaches. Arrive at the office early or end the tour in Santa Monica to enjoy a stroll down the pier - there’s also a fantastic photo opportunity from the bus!
- Venice Beach - Discover the Venice Beach Boardwalk, where you can explore the birthplace of surfing, Muscle Beach, skate parks, beautiful art murals, and the renowned Venice Beach Canals!
- Rodeo Drive - Enjoy window shopping alongside the rich and famous on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills! Visit the shopping spot from Pretty Woman and capture a photo in front of the iconic Beverly Hills sign while keeping an eye out for celebrities.
- The Original Farmers Market - The Farmers Market at the famous Grove is a true LA landmark, offering a variety of delicious lunch options to suit all budgets and dietary preferences. Be on the lookout for celebrities at this popular spot.
- The Grove - Located next to the Farmers’ Market lunch stop, this is an excellent place to shop if you have extra time after your meal!
- Sunset Strip - Drive past the legendary Sunset Strip, home to iconic music venues like The Roxy, The Whiskey, and the Viper Room. It’s a prime location for celebrity sightings.
- Whiskey-a-Go-Go - Whiskey-a-Go-Go
- The Viper Room - The Viper Room
- The Roxy - The Roxy
- Griffith Park - This is the premier location in LA to view the Hollywood Sign and enjoy panoramic views of the LA Basin. It’s often a favorite stop for travelers!
- Griffith Observatory - Part of Griffith Park, the observatory features numerous exhibits focused on the cosmos!
- Hollywood Sign - View the iconic Hollywood sign from Griffith Park! This is the closest a bus can get to the sign.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame - A visit to LA isn’t complete without stopping at the world-famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. Highlights include a walk down the Hollywood Walk of Fame and finding your favorite celebrity star!
Visit Grauman’s Chinese Theatre to see your favorite celebrity stars’ hand and footprints, the Kodak Theatre (home of the Oscars!), and much more! This is the ultimate stop for all things celebrity-related! (*Celebrity homes maps are also available at this stop for you to explore at your leisure.)

- Carefully curated routes that visit the most welcoming and visitor-friendly parts of Los Angeles
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels only (if option chosen)
- Carefully curated routes that visit the most welcoming and visitor-friendly parts of Los Angeles
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select hotels only (if option chosen)
- Lunch
- No luggage please, personal sized carry-on only.
- Parking
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- No luggage please, personal sized carry-on only.
- Parking
- Gratuities
Discover the iconic landmarks of Los Angeles in a single day, starting from the convenient location in Santa Monica. This all-encompassing tour includes must-see sites such as Hollywood, Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, Beverly Hills, Griffith Park, and the Hollywood sign, offering a chance to immerse in LA’s vibrant culture and attractions. Spend up to…
Discover the iconic landmarks of Los Angeles in a single day, starting from the convenient location in Santa Monica. This all-encompassing tour includes must-see sites such as Hollywood, Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, Beverly Hills, Griffith Park, and the Hollywood sign, offering a chance to immerse in LA’s vibrant culture and attractions. Spend up to 40 minutes at each stop (with an hour for lunch), guided by an expert tour guide who shares engaging facts and history. Travel comfortably in a luxury small tour bus with complimentary bottled water.
- Full-day tour lasting about 7.5 hours with six iconic stops
- Some of the highlights include the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Griffith Park, Muscle Beach, Rodeo Drive, and the renowned Farmers’ Market at the Grove
- Enjoy a scenic drive past the famous Sunset Strip and celebrity spotting locations!
- Perfect for families, first-time visitors to Los Angeles, and those seeking an overview of the entire city!
- Please note: The Observatory is closed on Mondays and the Park is sometimes closed for filming so as an alternative the tour may go to Mulholland Drive and/or The Hollywood Bowl
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- If you want to be on the same bus as a another group, please contact us immediately after submitting the booking.
- No luggage larger than a backpack is allowed on board and we do not store luggage
- Please contact us if you need a bus with a Wheelchair lift or have an ADA requirement.
- Umbrella strollers that fold are acceptable, nothing larger that cannot fold
- Travel Agents: Please provide guests’ contact information in booking (mobile/email)
- Tours are in English only
- Seating is not pre-assigned but we attempt to get groups close together on the vehicle
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.