Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Star Homes and Hollywood Sign Tour
Description
Spend your afternoon seeing the best of Hollywood and Beverly Hills, and finish at a premium Hollywood Sign viewpoint that most tours never reach. This small-group tour combines the Walk of Fame, celebrity homes, Rodeo Drive and up-close Hollywood Sign views in one relaxed afternoon. Reaching the viewpoint is a short, easy walk, no hiking experience needed. Our guides are experienced locals who know how to time the day for the best light and the fewest crowds. Operating since 1988, we keep groups small and the pace comfortable, so you spend less time in traffic and more time enjoying Los Angeles.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Walk the most famous sidewalk in the world, where more than 2,800 stars stretch along Hollywood Boulevard. Your guide helps you find the names you came for and shares the stories behind them, including which stars are the most photographed and how a name earns its place. This is the stop most visitors picture when they think of Hollywood, and there is time to take your photos without feeling rushed.
See the handprints and footprints of Hollywood legends set into the concrete of the forecourt, a tradition going back to the 1920s. This landmark theatre is one of the most photographed buildings in Los Angeles, and your guide will show you which stars left their marks here and the stories behind them.
Stand outside the home of the Academy Awards, where the red carpet is rolled out every year. As you enter the walkway, look immediately to your right, beside the ice cream parlor seating area, and you will find Muhammad Ali's star mounted on the wall rather than set into the sidewalk. It was placed there at his request, so that no one would walk on the name he shared with the Prophet Muhammad. It is the only star on the Walk of Fame displayed this way.
Pass by without stopping Drive the legendary Sunset Strip through West Hollywood, past the historic music venues, giant billboards and nightclubs that shaped rock and roll. Your guide points out the landmarks where careers were made, from the Whisky a Go Go to the Roxy, as you cruise one of the most famous stretches of road in Los Angeles.
Cruise the quiet, palm-lined streets of Beverly Hills as your guide points out 20 to 25 celebrity homes, past and present. Hear who lives where, which stars grew up here, and the stories behind some of the most famous addresses in the world, all from the comfort of your vehicle.
Beverly Gardens Park, Beverly Hills Sign**, 10 minutes Step off at Beverly Gardens Park for photos at the iconic Beverly Hills Sign, set among palm trees and lily ponds. It is one of the most photographed spots in the city, so grab that perfect shot for your Instagram, TikTok or Facebook.
Stroll the most famous luxury shopping street in the world, lined with designer boutiques like Gucci, Chanel and Louis Vuitton. Don't miss Via Rodeo, the European-style cobblestone lane with its grand staircase, one of the most photographed spots in Beverly Hills and perfect for your next post. Window-shop, people-watch, or just soak in the glamour.
Finish your afternoon at a premium Hollywood Sign viewpoint that most tours do not go to, reached by a short, easy walk, no hiking experience needed. This is the payoff of the tour, an up-close, unobstructed view of the most famous sign in the world. We save it for last on purpose, because in the late afternoon the light hits the Sign from the west and photographs at its very best. Bring your camera, this is the shot everyone comes to Los Angeles for!!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We have two main hubs. Our first is the Warner Bros. Studio Tour customer pickup area, in front of the Wonder Woman statue, a great option for the many guests who book Warner Bros. in the morning and finish the day with us. Our second hub is the Safari Inn in Burbank, ideal if you are driving yourself or staying outside the pickup area. There is ample free street parking nearby, please read the posted signs and park on the street. Do not park in the hotel parking lot. Burbank is clean and safe, with plenty of free parking options. We also pick up at most hotels and Airbnbs in Burbank, Studio City, Universal City and select North Hollywood locations.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Reviews(173)
Thoroughly worthwhile! You can tour Hollywood and Beverley Hills in one afternoon. Primarily, we chose the trip for a local (Burbank) pickup but the driver/guide, Paul, was excellent. We were able to tailor the trip to our liking, taking in a couple of local sites (teenagers and influencers driven) and were well looked after all day! Great tour that offers the personal service. Recommended!
Hi David, Thank you so much for this wonderful review — it really made our day! We’re so glad the Burbank pickup worked well for you. It’s one of the reasons we designed this afternoon tour around Burbank and the Universal City area. Your family was also a perfect example of why we love keeping our tours small and personal. With teenagers and adults having different interests, we can read the group and make a few adjustments along the way. It was great being able to add a couple of stops the teenagers were excited about while still showing you the Hollywood Sign, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, celebrity homes and some of the trendier corners of Los Angeles. That kind of flexibility is something you simply can’t get on a large coach tour. I had a great time showing your family around Los Angeles and really appreciate you mentioning me by name. We’ve been sharing Los Angeles with visitors since 1988, and after all these years, we still love what we do. Thank you for choosing Guideline Tours and for recommending us!
Avoid those crowded open-top bus tours on the Strip—you’ll get a much better experience with Paul instead. He’s a true local who knows exactly where the best scenic views and hidden photo spots are, and he’ll take you there without the hassle. Trust me, you’ll be glad you chose him.
Hi Adam, Thank you so much for the five-star, “Emmy-winning” review! We really appreciate that. Paul, like all of our guides, has been showing visitors around Los Angeles for decades and truly loves sharing the city with guests like you. We’re especially glad you appreciated the more personal experience compared with the crowded open-top tours you often see around Hollywood, along with the scenic viewpoints and photo spots Paul enjoys sharing with our guests. We try to make the experience as easy, comfortable, and fun as possible, and it means a lot to know you felt you made the right choice. Thank you again for such a memorable recommendation!
Guideline Tours Inc. in LA is phenomenal. Dave was absolutely amazing—licensed, professional, and knew everyone’s name within 10 minutes. My daughters now refer to him as “Uncle Dave”, he was amazing. When heavy rain was forecasted for our exact tour time, Dave proactively reached out and adjusted the plan to make sure we had the best possible experience. That level of service is rare. His knowledge of the arts, the area and history was outstanding, and the tour was perfectly tailored to our group. I can’t recommend Guideline Tours Inc. enough. Just book it—you won’t regret it.
20 out of 5 stars back at you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dave really is one of a kind, and hearing that your daughters now call him “Uncle Dave” made our entire team smile. That ability to connect so quickly and make every guest feel part of the experience is exactly what sets our guides apart. Guideline Tours has been operating in Los Angeles since 1988, and guides like Dave bring a level of experience and knowledge of LA’s history, arts, and culture that’s truly unmatched. Our small-group tours allow us to keep things personal, interactive, and thoughtfully tailored to each group. Dave adjusting the plan around the weather is a perfect example of the care and professionalism we pride ourselves on. We’re so glad your family had such a memorable afternoon with us. We wish you continued happy travels and hope to welcome you back to Los Angeles again soon.
Sorry it took long to write. Been so busy w/family. BUT I have to say Bing was the BEST tour guide EVER! Very knowledgeable on Los Angeles history and sites. Thank you Bing!! 1000 % would recommend this tour to others -Allen
Hi Allen, Thank you for taking time out to share your experience on Bing's Tour. Yes, she has accumulated the knowledge over the past 37 years. WOW! we are so thrilled you have rated your tour at 1000% recommendation!! Happy travels Allen
Very enjoyable and fun way to spend exploring LA! Tour guide was very knowledgeable and casual and made the day very engaging with her deep knowledge of the city.
Hi Amy, Thank you for taking time out to write this review about your tour experience with Bing! Happy travels!
Our tour Guise was awesome. Very knowledgeable and kind. He was very accommodating and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable. I believe his name was Jim.
Hi Dee, Thanks for taking time out to rate Jim's tour. As a LA native Jim loves to share his accolmanated knowledge with folks from all over the world!
It was great, informative and Jim was great! He was on time. I recommend this tour to anyone visiting los angeles.
Hi Yolanda, Thank you for taking time out to write this review about Jim's tour. We are so happy you found it was a great informative experience. Thank you very much for recommending the Tour to anyone visiting Los Angeles. We wish you continued Happy travels!
Fabulous tour! So informative & fun! Highly recommend! Catered to everyone in our crew from 77 to 21!
Hi Julie, We are so happy you have rated your tour as Fabulous, Informative & Fun! With our small groups it is easy to get multigenerational families to interact and learn but also have a whole lot of fun. Our tour guides are all from big families and know what it takes too please the 77 year old's as well as the 21 year old's. Continued happy travel's to you and the whole crew!
Fantastic Guide! Great and unforgettable experience for a lifetime. Great and informative guiding and good timing with breaks, serving us with enough freedom to really enjoy and live the experience. Could not be more grateful. Good vibes from start to end.
Absolutely fantastic afternoon tour, thoroughly enjoyed it with our knowledgeable guide - brilliant! Ad hoc music quiz too!
