Tours/Los Angeles/Hollywood Speakeasy Bar Tour
Viator · group up to 15 pax

Hollywood Speakeasy Bar Tour

4.8(12)Los Angeles1 hour
VIATOR4.7(9)TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)

Description

We start at the famed Pantages Theatre. Since the 1930’s the bar there has been used by the actors that graced the stage. Next we visit a rooftop bar. From there we can look over the roofs and see all the way from the iconic Hollywood Sign to the towers of DTLA. After that we’ll discover a speakeasy bar that’s hidden in the oldest house in Hollywood, before ending the tour at a glamorous restaurant popular with the biggest stars, from 1919 to today. Over the evening we’ll regale you with stories detailing how this small farming town became the most famous place on earth. Join us on the Hollywood Speakeasy Bar Tour and have the adventure of a nighttime. * Tour starts 6pm, Fridays * Food included * We normally visit 3-4 bars for 20-30 minutes each

Tour Options

Hollywood Speakeasy Bar Tour

Itinerary

30 min

Learn how and why the movie industry first moved to this small country town and what it was like back then.

20 min

We'll start the evening off at the famed Frolic Room, a speakeasy inside the Pantages Theatre since 1934.

30 min

Walk the famous boulevard as you learn its fascinating history.

20 min

Enjoy the views from the rooftop bar here as you look over the city from the Hollywood Sign to the towers of downtown.

Pass by

Learn about this icon as you get some great views of it from a rooftop bar.

20 min

Enjoy a cocktail in the restaurant made famous by the Hollywood Royalty that have eaten here since 1919.

20 min

Enjoy a cocktail at this historic bar with its hidden entrance.

20 min

Venue for the first ever Academy Awards ceremony and often used by famous actors, such as Marilyn Monroe.

Highlights

3-4 Tapas style tasting dishes are included, for the equivalent of a 2 course meal.
We donate $1 for every guest to a non-profit, Climate Cents.
Tour Guide

What's included

Included
3-4 Tapas style tasting dishes are included, for the equivalent of a 2 course meal.
We donate $1 for every guest to a non-profit, Climate Cents.
Tour Guide
Not included
Drinks are not included. We recommend cocktails in each bar, based on its location & a Hollywood era. You don’t have to order a drink (although you'll definitely want one).
Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20% for the guide.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You must be over 21 y.o. to do this tour. Be sure to bring official photo ID
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service
  • Exchange available up to 48 hours before tour (depending on availability)
  • Please note that we normally visit 3 bars, ending at a 4th. The itinerary is subject to change at our discretion.
  • This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace. If you have mobility issues please book a private tour via our website.

Reviews(12)

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Linda_E
March 29, 2025
Outstanding!

Paul the tourguide was excellent! He told us lots of things about Old Hollywood. He answered all my questions about the stars on the Walk of Fame, especially the ones who are for theater stars outside the Pantages Theater. I loved the mural in the Frolic Room bar. Some of the bars look a little seedy from the outside. I am glad I was with a tour guide who brought me inside, because now I know that they are wonderful places.

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Tracee_W
December 22, 2024
Must do

This is a great tour to discover places you would never find alone. Our guide Paul was fantastic. He took us to really cool speakeasy bars and had incredible knowledge of the area and its history. Great rooftop bar with views and food. Highly recommend this tour Thankyou Noel & Tracee

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Rachel_H
November 16, 2024
Great way to solo travel

Great, small tour. A great way to get out on the town as a solo traveler. The guide was very entertaining and knew so much Hollywood history!

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Rhonda_S
October 19, 2024
Great evening awesome time

The ending was excellent but we visited a lot of cool bars and places we would definitely go back to and the food was great

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Kimberly_B
June 15, 2024
Bar history

Our guide Sam was very knowledgeable about the history of each destination. The Roosevelt was the best stop and now we have planned a trip to this hotel next month

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Kevin_M
May 25, 2024
Memorable and Iconic !!!

Sam was AMAZING! The places he took us were so iconic. By the end of the night I felt like Sam was a friend I had known for years and were just hanging out. HIGHLY RECOMMEND !!! Can’t wait to do another tour !!!

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Jacqueline_P
May 4, 2024
A Night to Remember

We had a terrific experience. Our guide Sam took us to a variety of venues. He provided historical and cultural background at each location. His knowledge and enthusiasm for Los Angeles and its history is infectious. We even had a chance to dance! We would highly recommend this tour and our guide Sam.

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Leonard_B
October 7, 2023
Lotta Booze no info

Loved the couple we were on tour with. Star Wars bar good. Guide did nothing. Hardly any information. Food was good but we were sort of rushed. Plus we were charged 198 for 2 people instead of 190 like it said. Either way not worth money at all

Operator response

We're sorry that these guys didn't seem to enjoy the tour that much. All we can say is that the guide adjusts the tour according to a reading of the guests and Mike must have felt that these guys were happy with the level of information. He's definitely an expert on LA and guests can ask all the questions they want over the 2.5-3 hour tour. Also this group did visit 4 bars, instead of the standard 3. The payment issue sounds like something to do with Viator, since they booked on their platform. Nevertheless, if these guests want to reach out, we'd love to give them an opportunity to try a tour with our sister company in San Francisco, if they ever visit.

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rebeccajsweet
April 1, 2023
So fun!

Mike was a great guide! He had a wide variety of bars to take us to and was very knowledgeable about interesting Hollywood history. Thanks Mike!

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Kim_R
February 18, 2023
Perfect Evening!

Matt, our guide was friendly & personable. A fountain of history on the SpeakEasy Bars we went to and the surrounding area. Felt like we were bar hopping with friends instead of a tour. Wonderful evening!

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