Top 12 Venice Beach Tours

1.Best of LA: Hollywood, Griffith, Santa Monica, Venice, and Rodeo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 788 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $98Our pick

This 7 to 9-hour small-group tour connects Hollywood, Griffith Observatory, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice, with pickup options from Anaheim and Los Angeles. You get a guide, round-trip transport, water, and a lunch stop at the Original Farmers Market. Guides on recent outings have included George, Joe, Jannette, and Keoni, but assignments vary.

“This tour is a great way to see the highlights of Los Angeles in one day. Well organized, smooth transportation, and perfect timing at each stop. From Hollywood and Griffith Observatory to Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Rodeo Drive, everything was well balanced. The guide was professional and informative, and the overall experience was comfortable and enjoyable. Highly recommended, especially if you have limited time in LA.”

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2.Small-Group Electric Bike Tour of Santa Monica and Venice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 458 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

In about three hours, ride a Pedego electric beach cruiser from Santa Monica toward Venice, pausing at the pier, beach, canals, Muscle Beach, and skatepark. You can pedal, use motor assist, or switch to electric power. Guides including Barb, Steph, and Molly have led the route, which has a maximum of six riders.

“Great way to see large area in short time. Stef,tour guide, very knowledgeable of area. Great bikes and easy process to get going. Highly recommend”

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3.Surfing Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 442 reviews · 2 hours · from $69Best value

Meet your English-speaking instructor near 20 Bicknell Ave, suit up, and learn the basics on the sand before heading into the waves. Boards, wetsuits, and storage are included. Instructors such as Kat, Ethan, Nico, and Axel have helped first-timers get to their feet, though surf and weather conditions can change the plan.

“It was a brilliant lesson. Our guy really went into depth about technique which was brilliant.”

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4.Best of LA, Hollywood, Griffith Park, Santa Monica & Venice Tour from Anaheim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 345 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $92

Start in Anaheim or Buena Park for an 8 to 9 hour guided loop through LA, Hollywood and the coast. Hotel pickup is offered, and groups are capped at 12. Expect brief stops at Griffith Observatory and Beverly Hills, time for lunch at Original Farmers Market, and visits to Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach. Guides have included Nate, Johnny, Alberto and Alfredo.

“Our tour guide, Nate, did a fantastic job ! Enjoyed the stops in LA : Griffith Observatory, Walk of Fame, Original Farmer's Market, Santa Monica Pier !”

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5.LA Venice Beach Hidden Gems Food Tour With 6 Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $98

This three-hour walking tour pairs six food tastings with a guide-led look at Venice Beach, from its 1905 canals to Muscle Beach and the boardwalk. Expect dishes such as açaí, empanada, fish taco, quesabirria and churro waffle bites, plus local stories. Groups are capped at 12; guides have included Clovis, Sade, Brandon and Steve.

“Brandon was a great guide and provided an interesting history lesson! There’s so much rich detail in his narratives. The food was all amazing and he also gave fun background info on the dishes and the restaurants. There were some unique foods that we had never heard of and the flavors did not disappoint!”

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6.Santa Monica and Venice eBike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 139 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

Ride a Pedego electric cruiser with a small group of up to six, following the coast through Santa Monica and Venice. Your English-speaking guide, often Barb, shares local stories as you pass the Santa Monica Pier, Venice Skatepark, Muscle Beach, and the canals. Pedal, use the motor, or mix both.

“I had an amazing e-bike tour with Barb from Bike or Pedal. Barb was a fantastic guide—knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great stories about Santa Monica and Venice. The tour started in Santa Monica, where we rode along the beach and admired the stunning beach houses. Barb’s storytelling really brought the history to life. We continued through Venice, exploring the serene canals, Muscle Beach, Venice Beqch and the iconic Venice Skatepark. Despite the strong winds and the unusual quietness of the area—likely due to the winter season and nearby wildfires—the tour was such a unique experience. Barb also pointed out incredible graffiti and murals along the way, including a stunning…”

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7.Surf Class for Beginners in Venice

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At Venice Beach, Golden Wave Surf School teaches adults ages 18 to 60 the basics in about two hours. You start with a 30-minute land lesson, then head into the water with an instructor. A board and wetsuit are included. Instructors have included Alex, Alexi, Felipe, Martin, and Diego, though the instructor for your lesson may vary.

“This was my first time surfing and our instructor, Alex, was patient, knowledgeable, and fun. I would highly, highly recommend this for anyone, like myself, looking to surf for the first time.”

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8.Private EBike Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $119

Pedal or Not’s private three-hour e-bike tour follows the beach path between Santa Monica and Venice, with stops at the pier, canals, skatepark, and more. Guide Barb has helped first-time e-bike riders get comfortable and shares local history with photos. Bikes, helmets, water, and edited tour photos are included.

“Excellent tour; Barb was a Great Guide. We love the experience! Out Teens had a fantastic time. We recommend it.”

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9.Venice Vibrations Public Bike Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

This three-hour guided bike tour starts near Muscle Beach and links Venice’s art walls and skatepark with Santa Monica Pier, Abbot Kinney Boulevard, the canals, and Marina del Rey. You get a beach cruiser, helmet, basket, and water. Guides include owner Anthony Panzica and lead guide Steph Devault. Expect an easy-paced ride, local stories, and several short stops.

“Anthony is the best! I did the tour with my daughters, 13 and 10 years old. We had fun, we learned a lot, we felt safe and got to even discover secret gems from Venice Beach. I would absolutely recommend Anthony and I would come back with the rest of the family!”

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10.Santa Monica and Venice Beach Bike Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Starting in downtown Santa Monica, this 2 to 3 hour guided ride visits Muscle Beach, Venice’s boardwalk and graffiti walls, the canals, and Abbot Kinney Boulevard. You get a bike, helmet, lock, and water, plus time to walk the boardwalk. Groups are limited to eight; guides Sean and Andrew have led rides here.

“It was good to know there are some other interesting spots in these populated beaches The guide was very informative We enjoyed the day”

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11.Private Surf Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

At Venice Beach, Golden Wave Surf School’s two-hour private lesson starts with about 30 minutes on land for surf basics and safety, then moves into the water for step-by-step instruction. A surfboard and wetsuit are included. Past instructors Paul and Alex earned praise for patient, effective teaching, though your instructor may differ.

“My two daughters had a great experience. Paul was super patient and a great instructor. Would absolutely recommend.”

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12.Santa Monica and Venice Beach Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $199

Start at Hotel Casa del Mar for a 30-minute Segway lesson, then ride through Santa Monica and Venice with a guide. Expect the pier, Muscle Beach, Venice’s boardwalk and skatepark, plus coastal scenery and stories about the area. Guides named by riders include Cameron, Luce, and Joshua. The tour lasts about two hours and includes a helmet, water, and a small snack.

“Really loved this tour. Our tour guide, Luce was awesome! Great sights, and you just can't beat the weather.”

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