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

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Anaheim & Buena Park, USA

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7 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Hotel pickup and drop-off from over 70 hotels in the Anaheim Resort Area and 150 hotels in the Los Angeles area. This is a fun and fantastic experience of the area’s most iconic sights and landmarks. This guided tour is perfect for families, couples and all ages! We have four 35-45 minute stops and 1-hour for lunch. On our tour you’ll experience the following: Santa Monica and the world famous Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach, Muscle Beach, the famous canals and skate park, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Dr., the Beverly Hills sign, The iconic Farmer's Market at the Grove (serving a variety a great dishes), The Griffith Park observatory - where you have a perfect photo opportunity of the Hollywood Sign! The Hollywood walk of fame where you find your favorite celebrities' stars, the Grauman's Theatre (find famous hand and footprints), The Kodak Theatre (where the Oscars are held), the Sunset Strip, and much more whilst being entertained by fun, friendly, informative and hilarious guides!

What's Included

  • North Hollywood pickups will be given an Uber voucher to get home from the last stop
  • Water Bottles
  • If you requrie a wheelchair please book 48 hours in advance and contact the us directly
  • Lunch
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Hotel pickups can be up to 1.5 hours before tour start time depending on location. If you chose a hotel pickup we will drop you off at your hotel or provide you an Uber voucher. Please call us or email us for any questions.

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Griffith Observatory

This is the best place in LA to check out the Hollywood Sign and sweeping views of the LA Basin. This stop is often a traveler favorite!
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hollywood Sign (pass by)

See the world famous Hollywood sign from Griffith Park! This is closest a bus can get to the sign.
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Hollywood Walk of Fame

No trip to LA is complete without a stop at the world famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. Highlights include a stroll down the Hollywood Walk of Fame, finding your favorite celebrities’ stars,A visit to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre where you find your favorite stars’ hand and footprints, the Kodak Theatre (where the Oscars are held!) and plenty more!
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Original Farmers Market

Not only is the Farmers Market at the famous Grove a true LA Icon, it also provides plenty of great food options fitting most all budgets and dietary needs.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Grove (pass by)

Adjacent to the Farmers' Market lunch stop, this is a great place to shop if you have extra time after your meal!
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Sunset Strip (pass by)

Pass by the famous Sunset Strip - Home to famous music venues such as The Roxy, The Whiskey and the Viper Room (Hollywood and Downtown LA Hotel pickups excluded)
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The Viper Room (pass by)

The world famous Viper Room - Home to some of LA's best acts.
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The Roxy (pass by)

The Roxy - Where only the best play!
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Whisky-a-Go-Go (pass by)

Whiskey-a-Go-Go
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Rodeo Drive

Window shop with the rich and famous at Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills! See where Julia Roberts shopped in Pretty Woman andtake a photo opportunity in front of the famous Beverly Hills sign!
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica is a beautiful city on the Beach where you can catch some sun and see where Forrest Gump jogged Route 66 to the Pacific! No trip to LA is complete without visiting it's stellar beaches.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Venice Beach

Enjoy a great stop at vibing and hip Venice Beach where you’ll see the birthplace of surfing, stunning art Murals, and the famous Venice Beach Canals!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Choosing the "Santa Monica Departure" ensures no wait time before the tour and also give you plenty if time to explore the Santa Monica Pier if you come early.
  • If you chose a hotel pickup tour option please make sure to include your hotel name. Be aware you will be on the bus doing other hotel pickup for 30 minutes to 1.5 hours
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of LA: Hollywood, Griffith, Santa Monica, Venice, and Rodeo?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • North Hollywood pickups will be given an Uber voucher to get home from the last stop
  • Water Bottles
  • If you requrie a wheelchair please book 48 hours in advance and contact the us directly
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please contact us if you need accommodations
  • North Hollywood pickups will be given an Uber Voucher to get home from the last stop
  • Choosing the "Santa Monica Departure" ensures no wait time before the tour and also give you plenty if time to explore the Santa Monica Pier if you come early.
  • If you chose a hotel pickup tour option please make sure to include your hotel name. Be aware you will be on the bus doing other hotel pickup for 30 minutes to 1.5 hours
  • 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
  • Seating is not pre-assigned but we attempt to get groups close together on the vehicle. It is possible, but unlikey you will not be next to your group.
  • Order of tour stops may vary
  • Avoid LA's parking and traffic hassles with round-trip transportation
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 23 travelers
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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).

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