Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of the Best of Los Angeles from Santa Monica

Discover the BEST of Los Angeles on this half-day interactive sightseeing experience aboard our NEW luxury coaches. Sit back and relax as your fun and knowledgeable driver-guide shares insider stories about LA’s culture, history, landmarks, and famous hot spots. Visit top highlights, including Beverly Hills, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, The Grove & Original Farmers Market for lunch and shopping, and the Hollywood Sign viewpoint from the Griffith Observatory.

Begin your journey near the coast, with scenic ocean views, then travel inland past Century City, the Avenue of the Stars, and Wilshire Boulevard. Your first stop is 30 minutes in Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive, home to luxury shopping, celebrity sightings, and world-famous streets. From there, cruise along the Sunset Strip through West Hollywood before arriving at the Hollywood Walk of Fame for a 45-minute stop to explore the stars and surrounding attractions.

Enjoy a 60-minute lunch break at The Grove & The Original Farmers Market, one of LA’s most popular dining and shopping destinations. After lunch, continue past Fairfax, Melrose Avenue, Paramount Studios, the Greek Theatre, and Griffith Park.

Next, spend 30 minutes at the Griffith Observatory, where you’ll take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Los Angeles Basin, Downtown LA, the Pacific Ocean, and the Hollywood Sign — perfect for photos. (Note: The Griffith Observatory building is closed on Mondays, but the outdoor views and photo opportunities from the grounds are still available.)

Your tour concludes with a scenic return to your original departure location in either Hollywood or Santa Monica.

An optional multilingual audio guide is available via a free app, featuring pre-recorded commentary in 11 languages to enhance your experience.

As a bonus, your booking includes a complimentary Self-Guided Hollywood Walk of Fame Walking Tour (a $9 value)—like a tour guide in your pocket —available in 11 languages. Discover famous stars, Hollywood Sign viewpoints, history, stories, and fun facts as you explore at your own pace, whether for 20 minutes, 2 hours, or the entire afternoon.