Los Angeles in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in LA? Hit Hollywood and the coast. Here is how to spend one perfect day in the City of Angels — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

The Sign, Walk of Fame and Chinese Theatre.

Celebrity homes and Rodeo Drive.

Sunset at Santa Monica Pier.

Can you see Los Angeles in one day?

Yes — explore Hollywood and the Walk of Fame in the morning, Beverly Hills in the afternoon, and finish with sunset at Santa Monica Pier.

What is the best one-day LA tour?

A full-day city tour covering Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the beaches is the perfect way to see LA in a day.

Is one day enough for Los Angeles?

One day covers the highlights; add days for Universal Studios, Catalina Island and a Disneyland day trip.