Oscar History and Film Set Studio Tour at the Biltmore Hotel

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(5 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into the Biltmore Hotel, where Hollywood history was made. Explore the filming locations of Ghostbusters, Fight Club, Beverly Hills Cop, The Bodyguard, Chinatown, and a Taylor Swift music video. See the very rooms where scenes were shot, and where the Academy Awards began in 1929. From crashing chandeliers to whispered deals and red-carpet moments, every corner holds a story.

This tour reveals how this architectural masterpiece became a cinematic icon—and how its opulence helped define America's image of luxury, success, and stardom. Watch key clips on-site, and trace how the Biltmore became both a set and a symbol.

What to expect?

• A one-hour journey through cinematic history inside a 1920s luxury landmark
• Comfortable and climate-controlled, ideal for guests avoiding crowds and heat
• Watch scenes filmed at the Biltmore from Ghostbusters, Fight Club, and Chinatown as you explore each iconic space
• Located in downtown LA near top hotels, metro, restaurants, and nightlife

What's Included

English Speaking Local Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Biltmore Los Angeles

We will meet in the rendez-vous court at the door. This is the former entrance of the hotel on Pershing Square.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    The Biltmore Los Angeles

    Discover the legendary elegance of Los Angeles in this one-hour walking tour to explore the iconic landmark that shaped Hollywood history. Step into the Music Room, with its intricate cherub-filled ceiling, and see its Italian Renaissance influence come to life. Stroll through the Galleria’s ornate corridors, painted by Giovanni Smeraldi, and the Historic Corridor, where the first Academy Awards were held. Visit the VIP Olive Street Entrance, featured in Chinatown, and explore the dazzling Crystal Ballroom, a hub for Hollywood galas. Uncover the hidden history of the Gold Room, a Prohibition-era speakeasy, before concluding at the Rendezvous Court, a Moorish-inspired masterpiece. Experience history like never before with stories, visuals, and a fresh perspective on LA’s most glamorous spaces.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Downtown Los Angeles (Pass by)

    The Biltmore is in DTLA

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Touch Down in LA

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Historical Tours
Movie Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
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Music Tours
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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