Tours/Santa Monica/Santa Monica Hollywood and Beverly Hills Open Bus Tour
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Santa Monica Hollywood and Beverly Hills Open Bus Tour

5.0(202)Santa Monica1 hour
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Description

Buckle up for 3.5 hours of pure LA magic on the open-air bus, departing from Santa Monica's Ocean Avenue. Your expert guide takes you through Century City, past Rodeo Drive, and into Beverly Hills for a 30-minute stop at the iconic Beverly Hills Sign plus a cruise past the legendary "Pink Palace" Beverly Hills Hotel. In Hollywood, you'll have 30 minutes to explore the Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, and the Dolby Theatre home of the Academy Awards. Then cruise Mulholland Drive through the Hollywood Hills, where celebrity mansions and filming locations hide around every corner. The adventure wraps up with a ride down the legendary Sunset Strip past the iconic music venues that shaped rock 'n' roll history before a scenic return to Santa Monica. The best of LA, all in one unforgettable ride.

Tour Options

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Itinerary

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Cruise past the iconic Avenue of the Stars and take in Century City's gleaming skyline — home to major studios, agencies, and power players that run the Hollywood entertainment industry.

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Ride along one of LA's most legendary streets, passing historic architecture, world-class museums, and the stunning corridor that connects the heart of Los Angeles to the sea.

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Drive through Beverly Hills' most glamorous street, where the world's most exclusive designer boutiques and luxury storefronts line the sidewalks of one of the most famous shopping destinations on earth.

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Pass by the iconic Beverly Hills Sign — one of LA's most photographed landmarks — nestled in a beautiful park in the heart of one of the world's most famous zip codes.

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Cruise past the legendary "Pink Palace" — the Beverly Hills Hotel — a Hollywood institution since 1912 where A-list celebrities, royalty, and rock stars have been checking in for over a century.

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Wind through the breathtaking Hollywood Hills, where multimillion-dollar celebrity mansions cling to the hillsides and stunning panoramic views of Los Angeles stretch out in every direction.

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Ride along the legendary Mulholland Drive — one of LA's most iconic roads — where famous filming locations, celebrity estates, and sweeping views of the city and San Fernando Valley unfold around every curve.

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Roll down Hollywood Boulevard past the world-famous Walk of Fame — over 2,700 stars honoring the legends of entertainment embedded in the sidewalk stretching along one of the most iconic streets on the planet.

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Pass by the legendary TCL Chinese Theatre — Hollywood's most iconic movie palace — where you can spot the handprints and footprints of the biggest stars in cinema history pressed into the cement out front.

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Drive past the prestigious Dolby Theatre — home of the Academy Awards — where Hollywood's biggest night unfolds every year on one of the most watched stages in the world.

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Cruise the legendary Sunset Strip through West Hollywood — the iconic stretch of Sunset Boulevard lined with famous music venues, rooftop bars, and billboards that have defined rock 'n' roll culture for decades.

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Roll past the world-famous Whisky a Go Go — the legendary music venue on the Sunset Strip where The Doors, Led Zeppelin, and Guns N' Roses all got their start and rock history was made.

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Pass by The Comedy Store — one of Hollywood's most legendary comedy clubs, where virtually every major stand-up comedian from Richard Pryor to Dave Chappelle has taken the stage on the iconic Sunset Strip.

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Cruise down the beautiful tree-lined San Vicente Boulevard — one of Santa Monica's most scenic streets — as your tour winds its way back toward the Pacific on a picture-perfect stretch of LA.

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Pass through the charming and upscale Montana Avenue — one of Santa Monica's most beloved neighborhood streets — lined with boutique shops, cafes, and the relaxed coastal elegance of the Westside.

Admission included30 min

Step off the bus for your perfect photo at the iconic Beverly Hills Sign, explore the surrounding park, and window-shop the legendary boutiques of Rodeo Drive.

Admission included30 min

Hit the pavement on Hollywood's most iconic stretch find your favorite stars on the Walk of Fame, see handprints at the TCL Chinese Theatre, and take in the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards.

Highlights

No further purchases required on tour or entrance fees.

What's included

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No further purchases required on tour or entrance fees.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(202)

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junepB280VE
September 5, 2026
Excellent exoetience

Safe, kind, and knowledgeable. A GREAT experience with Brian. Good music and humor

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143kirap
September 5, 2026
Best tour guide ever.

We had our tour with Brian he was absolutely amazing. Pointed out everything. Great music he was funny he was absolutely amazing made us feel like we were hanging out with a friend best tour guide highly recommend him to everyone.

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Dream06974715394
September 4, 2026
Hollywood Tour

Chad was amazing,knew alot of information very friendly and was able to understand when he was talking and pointed out all the house and building he was talking about

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bzzybee13
September 4, 2026
Great tour with Chad

Thanks for a fun, interesting and informative tour. Our tour guide Chad was great. Highly recommend!

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susanpP9907DI
September 4, 2026
Good times!

We had such a fun time with Chad our tour guide! Lots of great stories! Loved it!

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Exploration486235
September 4, 2026
Great Hollywood tour with Chad!

Chad was amazing! Such a fun and informative trip. Enjoyed every minute.

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richardsF1535SK
September 4, 2026
Fun Tour

Great tour, knowledgeable driver very friendly.

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vanessahW9528DD
September 4, 2026
Worth the time and money

Brian went above and beyond to show us the things that were important to us. He was kind and relatable.

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C2430CXeduardog
September 4, 2026
So much fun!

Brian is just amaizing!!! Great experience and so much fun. Really knowledgeable.

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Roam63513761348
September 4, 2026
fantastic

Great tour! Perfect amount of time! Brian was super informative about the history and pop culture of the area! Highly recommend!!

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