About this experience
Discover the best of Los Angeles with our open-top double-decker bus tours and express shuttles! Explore LA at your own pace without the hassle of driving, parking, or traffic.
ROUTE OPTIONS & KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
Hollywood Route (Touring Route) - Visit top attractions like the Dolby Theatre, Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Farmers Market, Beverly Hills, and LACMA.
Beach Route (Touring Route) - Explore Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade, Venice Beach, Muscle Beach, and Rodeo Drive.
Griffith Observatory Express - A dedicated shuttle taking guests directly to the best viewpoint in LA for iconic sights of the Hollywood Sign.
DTLA Hotel Express to Hollywood - Direct morning pickup from 8 major Downtown LA hotels with a 15-minute photo stop at Griffith Observatory before arriving in Hollywood.
Beach Direct Express - Fast, non-stop transfer directly between Hollywood Blvd and Santa Monica Pier.
Plus, use our Exclusive Express Shuttles to connect easily to Universal Studios Hollywood!
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr–2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr–2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Included Express Shuttles
- Live bus map via the free CitySightseeing LA app
- Unlimited access to the Hollywood Route and Beach Route
- Free Wi-Fi on most buses
- Shuttle from Downtown includes a 15-min. stop at the Griffith Observatory
- 9 languages streaming via smartphone + free earbuds
- Direct shuttle to the Griffith Observatory included with every ticket
- Access to all tour routes and express shuttles
Not included
- Attraction entry
- Food and drinks
Itinerary and highlights
HOLLYWOOD ROUTE
DOLBY THEATRE "Home of the Oscars", TCL Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Walk-of-Fame & El Capitan Theater
GUITAR CENTER “ROCKWALK”
CHATEAU MARMONT & LAUGH FACTORY
THE COMEDY STORE, on the Famous Sunset Strip
LONDON HOTEL & WHISKY A GO-GO
SANTA MONICA BLVD., West Hollywood Trendy area
BEVERLY HILLS & RODEO DRIVE (★ Transfer stop to the Beach Route)
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL in Beverly Hills
BEVERLY CENTER, well known Shopping center
MIRACLE MILE MUSEUMS (Urban Lights, LACMA, LA Brea Tar Pits, Petersen Automotive Museum & Academy Museum of Motion Pictures)
THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET and the Grove Shopping area
MELROSE AVENUE, trendy Shopping area
GOLDEN APPLE COMICS, next to the Famous Pink's Hot Dogs
VINE STREET, near Paramount Studios
PANTAGES THEATRE, on the Hollywood Walk-of-Fame
BEACH ROUTE
SANTA MONICA PIER & the Beach
3RD ST. PROMENADE, well known Celebrity Shopping area
BEVERLY HILLS & RODEO DRIVE (★ Transfer stop to the Hollywood Route)
FAIRMONT CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL
SOUTH BEACH PARK, the beginning of Venice Beach boardwalk
VENICE BEACH, famous Venice Beach Sign
Santa Monica Visitor Center
BEACH ROUTE DIRECT EXPRESS - Hollywood ➔ Santa Monica Beach
Departs at 10:15 AM from Hollywood
Arrives at the Santa Monica Beach
HOLLYWOOD ROUTE DIRECT EXPRESS - Santa Monica Beach ➔ Hollywood
Departs at 11:30 AM from the Santa Monica Beach
Arrives in Hollywood
GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY EXPRESS
Departs at 01:15 PM from Hollywood
30-Minute Photo Stop
Returns back to Hollywood
DTLA HOTEL EXPRESS TO HOLLYWOOD
Pick-up @ 08:15 AM for the JW MARRIOTT & E-CENTRAL HOTEL
Pick-up @ 08:22 AM from the INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL
Pick-up @ 08:27 AM from the WESTIN BONAVENTURE HOTEL
Pick-up @ 08:32 AM from the CONRAD HOTEL
Pick-up @ 08:37 AM for the HILTON CHECKERS & BILTMORE HOTEL
Pick-up @ 08:47 AM from the MIYAKO HOTEL
15-Minute Photo Stop
Arrives in Hollywood
Languages and tickets
- German — Audio
- Portuguese — Audio
- Korean — Audio
- cmn — Audio
- Japanese — Audio
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- Italian — Audio
- French — Audio
- Spanish — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Starline Tours of Hollywood
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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