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Enjoy LA's most colorful and iconic sights with this one-day tour, including entry to Madame Tussauds Hollywood (a $29 value). Leave the stress of research, planning, and driving to us while you enjoy complimentary onboard WiFi, bottled water, and snacks.
Starting at El Pueblo de Los Angeles, the historic center of downtown LA, this tour takes you through the picturesque sights and rich history of the City of Angels. Experience 200+ years of Mexican-American history on Olvera Street, check out the terminus of Route 66 at the Santa Monica Pier, look for Ferraris on Rodeo Drive, snap a photo at the Beverly Hills Sign, buy lunch at the Original Farmers Market, strut down the Hollywood Walk of Fame, hunt for handprints at TCL Chinese Theater, gaze up at the Hollywood sign, and finally take in a stunning high-elevation view of Los Angeles from Griffith Observatory.
Didn't see any celebrities today? Just take a selfie with one of Madam Tussauds' 130 wax figures—we won't tell.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up details
Hotel pick-up available within 2 miles from Downtown Los Angeles from 07:15am
Actual pick-up time may vary slightly from written time on itinerary. Confirm with the tour operator after booking. Check “Meeting & Pick-up” for details. Arrive 5–10 mins early.
Please allow a 5–10 minute window before and after your pick-up time, as the guide may arrive slightly earlier or later due to multiple stops.
Hotel pick-up offered
During checkout, you will be able to select from a list of included hotels. For earlier hotel pick-ups within 2 miles of Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA), please contact the tour operator.
Additional pick-up options
Pico House, 424 N Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
1463 Nogales St, Rowland Heights, CA 91748, USA
End: This activity will deliver guests back to the initial meeting point.
8:30 Departure from Pico House, 424 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 USA Pick-up time may vary by a few minutes. Since it's a small group, the guide will contact you directly the day before to confirm pick-up time. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early.
Itinerary
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Downtown (Pass by)
Cruise past LA Live, Crypto.com Arena, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and the Music Center.
Admission ticket free -
1Olvera Street
Stop at Olvera Street to see the city square decked out with colorful papel picado, and stroll down the old street with its multicolored tiendas; learn about the history of Los Angeles at the city's quaint birth place
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Third Street Promenade (Pass by)
Take Highway 10 to the beach, passing by the famous open-air Third Street Promenade.
Admission ticket free -
2Santa Monica Pier
Stop at Santa Monica to watch waves crash on the beach, and snap a photo at the Pacific terminus of Route 66.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Beverly Hills Sign
One of LA's most photographed landmarks, set in Beverly Gardens Park.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Rodeo Drive (Pass by)
Drive through Rodeo Drive; think of any luxury brand and you can find it here among the palm trees and muscle cars!
Admission ticket free -
4The Original Farmers Market
Stop to buy and enjoy lunch at the Original Farmers Market, frequented by Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, the Beatles, Shirley Temple, and others.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5The Grove
If you've got extra time after lunch, take a walk through the Grove shopping center.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Hollywood Walk of Fame
Stroll the Hollywood Walk of Fame and find your favorite celebrity's terrazzo-and-brass star.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Dolby Theatre (Pass by)
Enter the red-carpeted Dolby Theater, where the Academy Awards have been held since 2001.
Admission ticket free -
7Madame Tussauds Hollywood
Step inside Madame Tussauds Hollywood for close-up photos with lifelike wax figures of your favorite celebrities — from movie stars and musicians to sports legends and world leaders. Admission is complimentary with your tour.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8TCL Chinese Theatres
Stare up at the famous TCL Chinese Theater and search the pavement for the handprints of Mary Pickford, Judy Garland, Clint Eastwood, and even R2D2.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Griffith Observatory
Drive up Mount Hollywood to visit the Griffith Observatory, learn a little about astronomy, and get a breathtaking elevated view of LA.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour has a maximum of 12 travelers.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour has a maximum of 12 travelers.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- This tour includes walking at multiple stops and repeated entry into and exit from the vehicle.
- Child passengers must be secured in an age- and size-appropriate child restraint system as required by California law. Please contact the tour operator in advance to confirm child-seat arrangements.
- Tour duration includes sightseeing stops, travel time, and traffic.
- Please ensure your name and contact details are correct. Incorrect information may result in additional costs or difficulty contacting you regarding your tour.
- Cash may be required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, or other on-site purchases. Guests are advised to bring sufficient cash if needed.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking so the operator can arrange for your party to travel in the same vehicle.
- We recommend comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and water for hydration. A valid and reachable phone number is required for trip-related communication.
- If you require accessibility-related accommodation, please contact the tour operator in advance so available arrangements for the vehicle and itinerary can be discussed.
- This experience requires suitable weather. If it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it is canceled because the minimum is not met, you will be offered a different date, an alternative experience, or a full refund.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the full product description, including the itinerary and all included and excluded fees.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. Required admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour, as applicable.
- We recommend booking and prepaying at least 3 days in advance to help ensure availability.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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