LA and Hollywood Tour from Santa Monica

Visit many of Los Angeles’s highlights and landmarks on one fun and convenient outing. Learn about LA history and culture—its historic filming locations and crime scenes, celebrity homes and trendy restaurants—from a narrator as you traverse the city in a convertible bus. Stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, a farmer’s market for lunch, and the Hollywood Sign on this easy and affordable tour.

  • Experience Los Angeles’s top highlights on a four-stop convertible bus tour
  • Visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, and the Hollywood Sign
  • Enjoy a delicious fresh lunch at one of LA’s famous farmer’s markets
  • Make the most of limited time with this fun and affordable excursion


What’s Included

  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Safe Luggage Storage Available

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Meeting point 1654 Ocean Ave 1654 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Meet us at Poseidon Surf Shop, just a block south of the Santa Monica Pier on Ocean Ave.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details
***PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR PICKUP TIME- IT IS PRIOR TO THE TOUR DEPARTURE TIME***
Pickup times vary based on hotel you are located. –Marina Del Rey Hotels are picked up 40 minutes before tour start time. –Venice Beach Hotels pickup 30 minutes before tour start time. –Local Santa Monica Hotels are picked up roughly 15 minutes before tour start time. Please call us with any questions.


What To Expect

Surf City
Tours Begin your tour at our office, a unique Surf & Coffee shop by the beach
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hollywood Walk of Fame
Get out and spend an hour exploring the Hollywood Walk of Fame & get some photos with the Hollywood Sign along the way.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Hollywood Sign
Get a chance to get your photos with the Hollywood Sign mid-tour during our stop on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Head up to the lookout point for good photos with the Hollywood sign, food & more.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

TCL Chinese Theatres
Explore the Chinese Theater. See the handprints in the concrete of Hollywood icons, take photos of the Hollywood Sign & more.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

SUR Lounge (Pass By)
See SUR Lounge and many other popular restaurants in Beverly Hills & West Hollywood.

Sunset Strip (Pass By)
See the lights & venues of the world-famous sunset strip where bands like Guns & Roses got their start. See The Roxy, Whisky-a-Go-Go, The Viper Room & more.

Rodeo Drive
Make a stop on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills to shop with the celebrities. This fashion district is known throughout the world, and you’ll have 30 minutes to peek inside a few shops and enjoy the beautiful scenery right in the heart of Beverly Hills
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Viper Room (Pass By)
The Viper Room on the Sunset Strip

Whisky a-Go-Go (Pass By)
See the Whiskey-a-Go-Go in West Hollywood on the Sunset Strip.

The Roxy (Pass By)
The Roxy Music Venue

Hollywood Bowl (Pass By)
Visit the outdoor amphitheater, the Hollywood Bowl


Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Walking is Recommended at stops, but not required.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Foldable wheelchair can be stored on vehicle, however wheelchair lifts are unavailable and passenger must be able to get in and out of vehicle with assistance from family, friends.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers
  • Operated by Surf City Tours LLC

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund. 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. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.