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Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills
By Guideline Tours Inc.
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 5h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
This 5-hour Grand City Tour gives travellers a well-rounded Los Angeles sightseeing experience, covering approximately 30–35 miles across City centre LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Griffith Park, and the Fairfax District. What sets this tour apart is small-group comfort, live storytelling, personal guide interaction, and experience guiding visitors since 1988.
Guests enjoy five memorable stops: City centre LA/Walt Disney Concert Hall, Griffith Observatory with Hollywood Sign views, Hollywood Boulevard and the TCL Chinese Theatre, Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive, and the historic Original Farmers Market for lunch, a landmark since 1934 with many food choices.
Our small-group format gives guests more contact with the guide, more chances to ask questions, and a more personal connection to LA’s areas and landmarks. Our guides speak clearly and share history, culture, film stories, and fun facts in a way that is easy to follow, including for guests who speak English as a second language.
Activity location
- Walt Disney Concert Hall
- 111 S Grand Ave, Inglewood Can Day Has Was Year Day Was
- 90012-3034, Los Angeles, California, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Downtown Los Angeles
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list
Check availability
9am Departure
- 5h
- English
Grand City 9:00AM Departure: Grand City Tour of Los Angeles.
Pickup included
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 A.M.
Price details
CA $124.04 x 2 AdultsCA $248.08
Total
includes taxes & fees
What's included, what's not
- Local guide
- Water provided
- Live commentary on board
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Service charge
- Lunch (own expense)
Know before you book
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
Downtown Historic District (Pass by)
Your tour begins with an overview of City centre Los Angeles, the city centre and historic birthplace of LA. As we pass through this culturally important district, your guide will point out classic landmarks, modern skyscrapers, arts venues, restaurants, and local areas in the heart of the city.
City Hall (Pass by)
Pass by Los Angeles City Hall, one of City centre LA’s most recognisable landmarks and a famous filming location. Your guide will point out this historic building and share how it has appeared in films and television shows such as Dragnet, The West Wing, Speed, L.A. Confidential, Perry Mason, and War of the Worlds.
Walt Disney Concert Hall
- 5m
Stop for photos at Walt Disney Concert Hall, one of City centre LA’s most famous architectural landmarks. Your guide will point out Frank Gehry’s striking design and explain why this concert hall is an important part of the city’s music, architecture, and cultural scene.
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels (NOTE: Fix the three typos in the About section) (Pass by)
As we pass the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, your guide will point out one of City centre LA’s most distinctive modern landmarks. This striking cathedral reflects the city’s cultural, architectural, and religious history, and adds another layer to the storey of Los Angeles beyond Hollywood.
The Music Center (Pass by)
As we pass The Music Centre, your guide will point out the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, one of City centre LA’s major performing arts landmarks. Opened in 1964, it hosted the Academy Awards for many years and remains an important part of Los Angeles’ cultural history.
Griffith Park
- 20m
Guests step out in Griffith Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the United States and one of Los Angeles’ most beloved outdoor landmarks. From this hilltop area, travellers can enjoy fresh air, photo opportunities, and views of Mount Hollywood, Mount Lee, the Hollywood Sign, City centre LA, and the surrounding city.
Griffith Observatory
- 25m
From the grounds outside Griffith Observatory, guests can photograph one of Los Angeles’ most iconic Art Deco landmarks while enjoying sweeping views from 1,135 feet above sea level. This stop is focused on exterior photos, city views, and Hollywood Sign views, with your guide pointing out City centre LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Mount Hollywood, and Mount Lee.
Hollywood Sign
- 10m
Your guide will point out the world-famous Hollywood Sign, one of the most recognised symbols of Los Angeles and the entertainment industry. Guests will have time for photos and can learn how this landmark came to represent Hollywood’s dreams, history, and movie-making legacy.
The Greek Theatre (Pass by)
As we pass The Greek Theatre, your guide will point out one of Los Angeles’ most beloved outdoor concert venues. Built in the 1920s in Griffith Park, this historic amphitheatre has welcomed generations of top performers and remains an important part of LA’s music and entertainment history.
Hollywood Walk of Fame
- 30m
Guests step out on legendary Hollywood Boulevard, one of the most famous streets in the world. Walk along the Hollywood Walk of Fame, search for the stars of your favourite entertainers, and feel the excitement of classic Hollywood. Your guide will point out the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre, known for its ornate design and celebrity handprints and footprints, including Hollywood legends and Star Wars favourites. Guests will also see the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards, and the famous red carpet entrance where film stars arrive on Oscar night.
Dolby Theatre
- 10m
Guests will see the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards since 2001. During this Hollywood Boulevard stop, travellers can walk towards the grand entrance and experience the famous red carpet area where film stars arrive on Oscar night. Inside the entryway, guests can also see the names of Best Picture winners displayed through the years, adding to the glitz, glamour, and excitement of Hollywood’s biggest night.
TCL Chinese Theatres
- 10m
Guests can visit the legendary TCL Chinese Theatre, one of the most famous film palaces in the world. Opened in 1927, this Hollywood landmark is known for film premieres, ornate architecture, and the famous cement courtyard filled with celebrity handprints and footprints. The theatre also hosted the Academy Awards from 1944 to 1946, adding to its deep Hollywood history. Seeing the marks left by film legends, modern stars, and even Star Wars characters makes this one of the most exciting stops on Hollywood Boulevard.
Sunset Strip (Pass by)
Drive along the legendary Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, one of the most famous entertainment streets in Los Angeles. This iconic stretch is known for rock-and-roll history, nightlife, comedy clubs, luxury hotels, giant hoardings, and pop culture landmarks. Travellers will pass famous locations such as the Whisky a Go Go, The Roxy, Rainbow Bar and Grill, Chateau Marmont, and the Oppenheim Group from Netflix’s Selling Sunset. As we drive through, guests can enjoy the energy of a street that has helped shape Hollywood, music, and American pop culture for generations.
Rainbow Bar and Grill (Pass by)
As we pass Rainbow Bar and Grill on the Sunset Strip, travellers see one of West Hollywood’s most famous rock-and-roll landmarks. Known for its long connection to musicians, nightlife, and LA music history, the Rainbow remains an iconic part of the Sunset Strip’s entertainment legacy.
Whiskey-a-Go-Go (Pass by)
As we pass Whisky a Go Go, travellers see one of the Sunset Strip’s most legendary live music venues. Opened in 1964, this West Hollywood landmark helped shape rock-and-roll history and remains an iconic part of LA’s music scene.
Beverly Hills
- 15m
Travellers enter Beverly Hills, one of the most famous areas in Los Angeles and a worldwide symbol of luxury, celebrity history, and classic Southern California style. During this part of the tour, guests see the elegant streets, palm trees, mansions, and beautiful scenery that make Beverly Hills 90210 one of LA’s most recognised destinations.
Beverly Hills Sign
- 10m
Stop for photos at the famous Beverly Hills Sign in Beverly Gardens Park, one of the most popular photo opportunities in Los Angeles. With its palm trees, elegant setting, and classic Beverly Hills glamour, this must-see landmark is a favourite for travellers who want memorable photos for Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and holiday memories.
Rodeo Drive (Pass by)
Drive directly along world-famous Rodeo Drive, one of the most glamorous shopping streets in the world. Our smaller vehicle allows travellers to experience this Beverly Hills landmark up close, passing luxury designer boutiques, elegant shopfronts, and iconic fashion houses such as Gucci, Cartier, Giorgio Armani, Tiffany & Co., and other celebrated Italian and French brands. Guests will also see the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, the unforgettable setting from Pretty Woman, while enjoying the style, luxury, and celebrity atmosphere that make Rodeo Drive one of Los Angeles’ most famous destinations.
The Original Farmers Market
- 1h
Enjoy lunch and free time at the historic Original Farmers Market, one of Los Angeles’ most beloved landmarks since 1934. This is not just a lunch break — it is a classic LA experience with old Hollywood character, local flavour, small family-run food stands, casual dining, and a lively market atmosphere that still feels connected to another era. Guests can choose from a wide variety of food options, explore the market, visit nearby shops at The Grove, and ask the guide for favourite lunch recommendations. Many shorter LA tours skip this special stop, but we believe no Los Angeles city tour feels complete without time at the Original Farmers Market.
Koreatown (Pass by)
As we return towards City centre LA, travellers pass through Koreatown, Mid-Wilshire, and nearby areas that show LA’s incredible cultural diversity. Koreatown is one of the city’s most vibrant districts, known for Korean barbecue, boba shops, cafés, nightlife, and a lively urban energy popular with locals and visitors. Along the route, guests may also see Guatemalan restaurants, Salvadoran pupuserías, panaderías, historic buildings, and small local businesses that reflect the many cultures that make Los Angeles so unique.
Location
Activity location
- Walt Disney Concert Hall
- 111 S Grand Ave, Inglewood Can Day Has Was Year Day Was
- 90012-3034, Los Angeles, California, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Downtown Los Angeles
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Hollywood
- Los Angeles, California, United States
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