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15 Guided Tours in Los Angeles to Plan a Day Around

25 tours  ·  from $6 a head

Los Angeles eats time in traffic, so every booking has to earn its slot. These 15 guided tours do, priced and timed so you can decide quickly.

Los Angeles: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide - Hollywood’s famous addresses on the Red Route
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Los Angeles: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide

1.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 2,030 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $51Our pick

Ride Starline Tours’ open-top double-decker buses on three scenic routes and a Studio Express Shuttle. Hop off near Hollywood landmarks, Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, or downtown museums, then rejoin when you’re ready. Audio commentary comes in nine languages, and the CitySightseeing LA app tracks buses. Attraction admission is not included.

“Love it, visited all major landmarks in 3/4 days. Fantastic experiences over my expectations, highly recommended.”

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Half Day Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour - Beverly Hills and the Sunset Strip
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Half Day Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour

2.Half Day Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,966 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Top rated

Spend about 5.5 hours crossing Los Angeles by climate-controlled bus, with photo and exploration stops at Beverly Hills, the Original Farmers Market and Griffith Observatory. Your departure point determines whether you stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame or Santa Monica Pier. Expect city commentary from your driver-guide, with a free 11-language audio app available on Hollywood departures.

“Great way to see the main sights in half a day. Mike our driver and guide has amazing knowledge and kept the whole tip interesting and informative”

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City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide - Santa Monica Yellow Route: the coast, Venice, and Westwood
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City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide

3.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 1,083 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57

Ride an open-air double-decker through Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, downtown LA, and studio stops. Choose a one-, two-, or three-day pass, use the audio guide in nine languages, and hop off where you like. The main catch is LA traffic: bus waits and route connections can be unreliable, so leave room in your schedule.

“All divers were nice and friendly. They informed us of bused coming and going. Great tour. Alot of things to do and many stops.”

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Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park - Climbing through Griffith Park
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Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

4.Griffith Observatory Hike: Guided Tour through Griffith Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,020 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Walk 3.5 miles through Griffith Park and the Hollywood Hills with a local guide, hearing stories of LA and Hollywood as you climb toward panoramic city views. The tour includes time at Griffith Observatory and photo stops for the Hollywood Sign. Choose a 10am start or a departure one hour before sunset. Bring your own water and wear closed-toe shoes.

“Chris was knowledgeable, safe and attentive. We had a very nice time as a family and would definitely recommend.”

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Los Angeles: Guided Hollywood Celebrity Homes and Lifestyle Tour - Hollywood Hills and celebrity homes
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Los Angeles: Guided Hollywood Celebrity Homes and Lifestyle Tour

5.Guided Hollywood Celebrity Homes and Lifestyle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 698 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Ride an open-top Sprinter with an English-speaking guide through Hollywood Hills, Mulholland Drive, Beverly Hills, and the Sunset Strip. The two-hour tour includes a photo stop at Universal City Overlook. Guides have included Rodney, Ollie, Shara, Tracy, and Cliff, though you cannot choose who leads your departure.

“The driver was knowledgeable & fun. We saw quite a few celebrity homes plus other LA views. Even though this was not a hop off hop on tour, she let us hop off for some amazing views and pictures.”

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Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon - Climbing to the Wrigley Memorial and garden
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Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon

6.Private Guided Golf Cart Tour of Avalon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews

Ride around Avalon with a local guide on a private golf-cart tour for up to five people. The two-hour route includes the Catalina Casino, Pebbly Beach, Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Garden, and hillside viewpoints. Guides such as Dudley, Letty, and Janeece have led tours, sharing local stories along the way.

“Our guide, Dudley, has lived on Catalina Island for 50+ years. He was knowledge and an incredible guide!”

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Los Angeles: Hollywood and Beverly Hills Guided Bus Tour - The Hollywood Sign, From a Moving Viewpoint
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Los Angeles: Hollywood and Beverly Hills Guided Bus Tour

7.Hollywood and Beverly Hills Guided Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 442 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

This two-hour Star Track Tours ride starts on Hollywood Boulevard and passes the Walk of Fame, the Chinese Theatre, Beverly Hills mansions, Rodeo Drive and the Sunset Strip. You’ll hear live English commentary, get photo opportunities, and see home interiors on an onboard TV. Guides have included Jeff, DJ and Aaron, though your guide may vary.

“Aaron was excellent. Lots of commentary and jokes and plenty of sights. Blanket for the evening when the temperature dropped. My 9 year old also enjoyed herself!”

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Los Angeles: Front & Back of Hollywood Sign Hike Guided Tour - Climbing through the Hollywood Hills
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Los Angeles: Front & Back of Hollywood Sign Hike Guided Tour

8.Front & Back of Hollywood Sign Hike Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 439 reviews · 2h 30m · from $34

Walk 4 miles through the Hollywood Hills with a certified local guide, visiting viewpoints at the front and back of the Hollywood Sign. Along the way, look toward LA studios, downtown and Griffith Observatory, and hear stories about Hollywood and the park. Guides such as Katie, Mark and Noelle have been praised for their narration, steady pacing and help with photos.

“Mark was amazing as a guide and I would highly recommend him to anyone and hope he continues to run this as he was very engaging, knowledgeable, humourous and great company!”

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Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine - The organic garden and vineyard setting
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Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

9.Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · from $49

Walk a guided loop through a Malibu vineyard, organic garden and Chumash cave paintings, with hilltop views along the way. The hike is about 2 to 2.5 miles, with roughly 300 feet of elevation gain, and takes around three hours. Guides have included Ben and Tug. You finish with two cans of wine to take away.

“We had an amazing time. I’ve lived in LA for 30 years and have never been to this area. The property is absolutely beautiful. The hike through the vineyards to the gardens are so amazing. Our tour guide, “Tug” was lovely. He was vRead more”

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Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach - Two hours, sometimes two and a half
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Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

10.Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 335 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Leave Long Beach aboard a stable whale-watching catamaran, pass the Queen Mary, then search the Pacific for whales, dolphins, sea lions, and marine birds. Aquarium of the Pacific educators and an experienced captain provide commentary. The cruise lasts about two to two and a half hours, with indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, and snacks and drinks for sale.

“It was an awesome experience, we didn’t think we were going to see anything but at the end of the tour we seen three hunchback whales, one baby and two adults and a pod of dolphins. They said there was probably about 60 to 70 of them. It was amazing.”

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LA: Express Hollywood Sign Guided Walking Tour with Photos - The uphill walk through Griffith Park
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LA: Express Hollywood Sign Guided Walking Tour with Photos

11.Express Hollywood Sign Guided Walking Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 1 hour · from $15Best value

Walk uphill on Griffith Park’s Innsdale Trail with a working actor or comedian as your guide. Hear Hollywood stories, pause for views of LA studios and skyscrapers, and get photos at a sign-viewing spot. The express tour lasts one hour and costs $15 per person. Meet at the trailhead, not Lake Hollywood Park.

“The tour was amazing. We had a great time and aur tour guide was great at keeping us informed and entertained.”

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Los Angeles: Griffith Observatory Guided Hike/Walking Tour - Following trails past film locations
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Los Angeles: Griffith Observatory Guided Hike/Walking Tour

12.Griffith Observatory Guided Hike/Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 199 reviews · 2h 30m · from $34

In 2.5 hours, a local, CPR- and first-aid-certified guide leads you from the Greek Theatre through Griffith Park to the Observatory. Expect Hollywood filming spots, views of Downtown LA and the Hollywood Sign, photo stops, park history, and entry to the Observatory building. Guides named in past tours include Katie, Mark, George, and Emily.

“Taylor did a Good job at communicating to our group and giving us background information on the city and the Hollywood sign! Very enthusiastic and awesome tour guide! Worth the hike!! Not at all what i expected. Totally recommend (:”

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Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour - Beverly Hills, Sunset Strip, and Hollywood from the bus
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Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour

13.Private Getty Center to Griffith Observatory Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $172

Spend about six hours with a private local guide, visiting the Getty Center and Griffith Observatory and riding through Beverly Hills, the Sunset Strip, and Hollywood. You’ll get guided highlights at both main stops, plus time to explore. Guides such as Matt, Brian, Gregory, and Estevan have been praised for lively local stories. Lunch is not included.

“Brian was friendly and knowledgeable. This tour was the perfect amount of time to see a lot of LA. It gave a snapshot of areas I want to visit again to spend more time.”

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Los Angeles: Express Hollywood Sign Guided Walk & Photo Tour - What the 90-minute route feels like
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Los Angeles: Express Hollywood Sign Guided Walk & Photo Tour

14.Express Hollywood Sign Guided Walk & Photo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 150 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Spend 90 minutes walking the Hollywood Hills with a local English-speaking guide. The 1.8-mile route brings you beneath the Hollywood Sign, with photo stops, LA stories and help framing your pictures. Guides such as Michael, Sarah and Noelle have led the tour, though your guide may vary. Water and nearby free parking are included.

“It was really good and met some nice people which made it even better”

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Best in LA: Private, Full-Day, Guided Sightseeing Tour - Venice Beach and the quieter canals
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Best in LA: Private, Full-Day, Guided Sightseeing Tour

15.Best in LA: Private, Full-Day, Guided Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours touring Los Angeles in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide. Stops include Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach and its canals, Beverly Hills, the Farmers Market, Hollywood Boulevard, and a close-up Hollywood Sign viewpoint. Guides named in recent feedback include Rivers, Darnell, Mark, and Simone. Pickup is included within the stated service area; lunch is not.

“Darnell our tour guide was so good. He was able to give us a lot of information about LA. Very really enjoyed our tour..!”

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