Top Los Angeles Historical Tours

Private Getty Villa Tour with Museum-Trained Art Historian

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore Catalina Island on a guided scenic tour combining coastal views, island history, and natural insight. Travel comfortably aboard an open-air tram while a local guide explains Catalina’s development, ecology, and cultural significance. The route is designed to provide elevated viewpoints and varied scenery, offering a broad understanding of the island in a single experience. Note that transportation to Catalina Island by ferry is not included.

(17)

from $175

Per group

Catalina Island City and Scenic Mount Ada Tour

Catalina Island City and Scenic Mount Ada Tour

50 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(137)

from $46

The iconic Los Angeles Theatre marquee in the Broadway Theater District, featured on the tour route.

Rather than seeing the side of Los Angeles that everyone does, go beyond surface-level sightseeing on a walking tour that reveals how film, culture, and power have shaped Downtown LA. Discover the often-overlooked details of landmarks such as the Bradbury Building and Broadway theaters, and gain an insider’s perspective from your Belgian filmmaker guide. Whether you’re an Angeleno local or a first-time visitor, this tour is sure to give you a fresh perspective on DTLA that you won’t get in the guidebook.

Downtown Los Angeles History and Architecture Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Los Angeles Ghost Tours: Terrors of Tinseltown

(114)

from $35

See the sites that inspired movies and playwrights.

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.6

(180)

from $26

Visit two of Los Angeles' glitziest neighborhoods, and immerse yourself in the city's history of movie magic, on this private, half-day tour. Pick from multiple departure times and meet your guide right on Hollywood Boulevard. You'll get up close and personal with the Hollywood Sign, will visit the Walk of Fame, will stop by Greystone Mansion and Park, will see celebrity homes and Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, and much more.

Authentic 3-Hour Hollywood to Beverly Hills Tour

Griffith Observatory Insider Tour

4.7

(582)

from $55

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(348)

from $56

Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend the day in Los Angeles admiring awe-inspiring dinosaurs, exotic gemstones, unique creatures and much more with this admission to the city’s Natural History Museum. This L.A. institution boasts one of California’s top collections of fossils, live plants and animals, gems and minerals and fun-filled interactive exhibits. It’s the perfect family-friendly way to beat the heat while enjoying an exciting, informative range of specimens and displays.

(629)

from $89

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Admission

Los Angeles Tour for Adults Only: The Fame Kills

4.4

(129)

from $18

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The History and Architecture of Downtown Los Angeles

(24)

from $35

LA Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour

5.0

(144)

from $49

The Hotel Roosevelt. One of the most haunted hotel in Los Angeles

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.7

(26)

from $30

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our haunted tour.

Pasadena Ghost Tour: Purgatory Phantoms

1 hourFree Cancellation

No Los Angeles visit would be complete without the signature Hollywood experience—a sneak peek into the hangouts, homes, and lifestyles of the rich and famous. Open-sided buses give you all the views without taking the time to get off the bus, while you hear commentary on everything from the Sunset Strip and the Hollywood Sign to celebrity mansions in Beverly Hills. A free Hollywood walking tour with a star-locator app is also included.

(31)

from $26

Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Tour by Open-Air Bus

Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Tour by Open-Air Bus

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Glass Bottom Boat Ride in Redondo Beach

(528)

from $29

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour

(92)

from $35

Hollywood Sign - Viewpoint Mulholland Drive

Exploring the dispersed sights of Hollywood and Beverly Hills is difficult without a vehicle, but this open-air bus tour takes care of that problem. Travel through Los Angeles as your guide points out filming locations and celebrity homes around the city, along with iconic locales such as the Hollywood sign, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Mulholland Drive, with live commentary from your guide about LA's history, architecture, politics, art, and music.

4.7

(271)

from $39

Hollywood Open-Air Bus Tour Celebrity Homes & Beverly Hills in LA

Price varies by group size

3.5

(33)

from $34

Likely to Sell Out

Hollywood Sign Express Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

Join this group walking tour that takes you all the way to the Hollywood sign in a short amount of time. You’ll still get a great walk in, with a few photo spots with great views thrown in there too. Your guide will tell you loads of stories about Tinsel Town and what makes Hollywood the special place it is. Meet your guide and group at the designated spot, and start your hike to the famous Hollywood sign. Note: parking is not available Friday-Sunday and on holidays; guests must arrive and depart by taxi or rideshare.

Hollywood Sign Express Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(169)

from $12

LA Combo: Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour and Hop-on Hop-off Bus

Discover Los Angeles on a celebrity homes sightseeing tour combined with flexible hop-on hop-off bus access. Travel aboard a double-decker bus with elevated views across key neighborhoods and city highlights. The hop-on hop-off format offers 24, 48, or 72-hour access with 19 stops, letting you explore at your own pace while learning about entertainment history and modern celebrity culture without the stress of driving or planning routes.

LA Combo: Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour and Hop-on Hop-off Bus

See Los Angeles in style, and enjoy a fully flexible way to explore, on this private sightseeing tour via spacious luxury vehicle. Choose a duration and meeting point that are best for you, and then customize your itinerary. Opt to explore Beverly Hills, head to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, continue along Rodeo Drive and the Sunset Strip, or see the ocean at Venice Beach or Santa Monica. It's all up to you.

(46)

from $79

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxury Vehicle

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxury Vehicle

1 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(39)

from $225

Per group

Ultimate Hollywood History Walking Tour in Los Angeles -Hollywood Theaters - dolby, pantages, el capitain, capital records, hollywood walk of fame

Hollywood History Walking Tour in Los Angeles: See All Theaters

Price varies by group size

5.0

(1)

from $90

Likely to Sell Out

Catch the best views of the Hollywood Sign.

The view from Mount Hollywood is epic. Come see it for yourself on this fun, educational, and accessible hike in the city. On the way we'll talk about the city's original inhabitants, the development of the city, and the layout of the land as we venture into the Hollywood Hills, Griffith Park, and the historic Griffith Observatory. On the way down, we'll show you the best spots to snap shots of the city's iconic sights, including the Hollywood Sign.

Griffith Park & Hollywood Sign Sunset Hike

Enjoy the special opportunity to explore the only publicly accessible battleship on the West Coast—and learn all about its wealth of history—when you book advance tickets to the USS Iowa. Active since 1943, the ship has seen conflicts from World War II to the Korean War. With the accompanying mobile app, you’ll hear stories from soldiers and veterans about wartime life, and will have multimedia accompaniments to your excursion. Upgrade your experience to include guided tours of exclusive areas.

(15)

from $60

Life of a Sailor Self-Guided Experience

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Malibu Open-Air Tour from Santa Monica with Celebrity Homes

(290)

from $30

To many, Hollywood Boulevard is nothing but a tourist trap trading on its glory days during the Golden Age of Cinema. But there are secrets here, for those who go looking, and sometimes the dustiest rooms – and grittiest streets – yield the most fascinating treasures. The stories on this self-guided Hollywood walking tour will lead you back to the beginnings of this neighbourhood. We’ll seek out rock legends, the perfect martini, and the best place to enjoy it. There’s a museum with a strange connection to the guillotines of the French Revolution along the way, and a certain hotel where you might hear the sounds of a trumpet – even when nobody is playing. Nobody you can see, that is.

(487)

from $39

Hollywood Boulevard’s Haunting History and Hidden Gems: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Hollywood Boulevard’s Haunting History and Hidden Gems: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes

4.5

from $7

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Hollywood Sign Express Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

Siddhi_V, Jul 2026

Best Hike Ever

We had Jon as a hiking guide with his adorable pup, Mozart. Jon was funny, extremely knowledgeable, & took some incredible pictures of us by the Hollywood sign. It made the hike in the heat so much more bearable lol. His tour was so engaging. Michaela was also very informative & reachable via text when we needed. Highly recommend this tour!!!

Private Getty Villa Tour with Museum-Trained Art Historian

Amy_B, Jun 2026

Transported to Ancient Herculaneum!

Kara was extremely knowable about history and art. She kept us entertained AND learning the entire time! We could have talked to her all day, the 90 minute tour went by in a flash. Definitely worth the investment to get a deeper understanding the structure and antiquities. If you have folks in your life who are obsessed with ancient Rome, they will love this place!

Catalina Island City and Scenic Mount Ada Tour

Tanya_A, Jun 2026

Great introduction to the island

Fun tour with great views over the city and harbor! We learned lots of interesting facts about the island and its early inhabitants. Also a bit about current island life. Beautiful for pictures, but just so you know, you don’t get off the open- air bus. They do stop at prime locations and everyone can stand up and take pictures. It gave us a good idea of where we wanted to go when we rent a golf cart and explore on our own tomorrow!

Glass Bottom Boat Ride in Redondo Beach

Corinne_R, May 2026

Loved this opportunity!

This was such a cool experience! Everyone was so friendly and Scout gave a fantastic tour. He was very personable and made sure everyone was included, letting all the kids take turns driving the boat and feeding the fish. Loved seeing the sea lions up close, too! Super affordable!

Downtown Los Angeles History and Architecture Walking Tour

Anna_V, Mar 2026

Excellent Downtown Los Angeles walking tour

One of the best walking tours we’ve done! Mark is an excellent guide who explains the history of Downtown Los Angeles in a way that is easy to understand and really engaging. The mix of film history, architecture, and city stories makes the whole area come alive. If you want to understand DTLA beyond the surface, this tour is perfect.

Griffith Observatory Insider Tour

Kathryn_k, Feb 2026

Fabulous Tour! Fabulous Guide!

What a fabulous tour! What a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide! This tour is an effective, possibly essential, way to enjoy and learn about the universe. The immense and beautiful Griffith Observatory has many displays on 3 levels so what a benefit to have several explained by an expert insider! Another key value of the tour is the ticket to the on site Samuel Oschin Planetarium where another expert provides storytelling to a special show. Fabulous tour!

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Admission

Claudio_E, Nov 2025

I had an amazing time...

I had an amazing time visiting the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles! The exhibits are beautifully curated, and everything feels so immersive — from the massive dinosaur skeletons in the Dinosaur Hall to the sparkling gems and minerals displays. You can really tell how much care and effort goes into preserving and presenting each collection. The museum is way bigger than it looks from the outside, so plan to spend a few hours exploring. Every room feels like stepping into a different world — nature, history, evolution, and even the present-day urban wildlife of LA. It’s educational, fun, and perfect for both kids and adults. The staff were kind and helpful, the place was spotless, and the layout made it easy to move from one area to another without feeling rushed. My favorite part was seeing how they connect science with storytelling — it makes you appreciate just how incredible our planet’s history is. If you love learning or just want a relaxing day surrounded by fascinating exhibits, this place is absolutely worth it. I’d definitely come back again — there’s always something new to discover!

Sunset Boulevard True Crime and Ghost Stories Tour

Kevin_V, Oct 2025

Chris is an awesome storyteller!

Chris is fantastic! We have done multiple tours around the world and the experience depends almost entirely on the guide. Chris was "best of the best". He is a fantastic storyteller and weaves history, culture and trivia into his tales. Personally, I'm not a true crime fan, but my daughter is and we surprised her for her birthday. She loved it! She is mature so could handle the graphic nature of the tour (Chris might have toned down a few parts), but this is certainly not a kid-friendly tour (but that should be pretty obvious). Highly recommended! (Oh, I also appreciate that Chris did not pull the manipulative move that many tour guides do now where they ask how the tour was and ask you to write a review while hovering over you. It appears that all the stellar reviews are—like this one—genuine).