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Hollywood: the Real Walking Tour
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On our Hollywood tour we go back in time to when the name first appeared on maps in the 1880’s, then we’ll tell you how and why the start-up movie industry first moved to this small farming town in the early twentieth century. By walking the streets of Hollywood you’ll get the chance to discover the many hidden historic sites in the area (such as the oldest house in Hollywood, where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), as well offering you the best up close and personal experiences of such icons as the Walk of Fame, the Capitol Records Building, the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater (the home of the Oscars) and the TCL Chinese Theater where your Hollywood tour ends, in the perfect place to get lunch or get some great shots of the Hollywood Sign for Instagram. * Tour starts at 10am daily * Children under 12 y.o. gain free entry
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
The tour starts here at 10am and you'll learn the fascinating (and scandalous) history of the famous theatre.
Admire the famous mural Hollywood Jazz and learn about this groundbreaking building.
What was Hollywood like before it became HOLLYWOOD? Where did the name come from? We answer these - and many other - questions.
Discover why and how the iconic Walk of Fame came to be.
Learn the history of the iconic sign, it's unveiling a hundred years ago is one reason we call the entertainment industry here Hollywood.
Why is this famous theatre designed in the Egyptian style? And who is Sid Grauman? Find out the answers on this tour!
Los Angeles' Times Square can be daunting, but we'll whisk you through the crowds and show you the hidden history.
Home of the annual Academy Awards. Need we say more?
Find out why, when and how stars began putting their feet and hands in concrete here. Also learn the secret history of the Oscars.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hollywood: the Real Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
Prices start at $50 per person for this Los Angeles experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The guide will be will be checking-in guests from 15 minutes before the tour begins at the meeting point. The Pantages Theatre is right opposite Hollywood and Vine Metro Station. We CANNOT wait for latecomers, there are other guests. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood: the Real Walking Tour | 2 hours | 5.0 (27) | $50 | |
 Hollywood Ghost Hunting Experience with Real Paranormal Tools | 1h 30min | 4.9 (271) | $55 | View |
 Hollywood Sign Express 90-Minute Walking Tour | 1h 30min | 4.9 (776) | $29 | View |
 Hollywood & Downtown LA Full Day Walking & Metro Tour | 6 hours | 4.0 (4) | $120 | View |
 Private Hollywood Walking Tour: True Crime and Dark History | 2 hours | 4.8 (299) | $189 | View |
 The Real 3 hour VIP Tour with Stops and Photos | 3 hours | 5.0 (29) | $75 | View |
 Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs | 2–3 hours | 5.0 (2,688) | $17 | View |
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
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.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 27 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by The Real Los Angeles Tours.