Top Los Angeles Day Trips

Tour of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Beach with Hotel Pickup

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

Price varies by group size

Escape the city and discover the dramatic desert landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group day trip from Los Angeles. Travel east across the desert and stop for photos at the iconic Cabazon Dinosaurs before exploring the stunning rock formations, famous Joshua trees, and scenic viewpoints of Joshua Tree National Park, where you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views before returning to Los Angeles.

Joshua Tree National Park Small Group Day Tour from Los Angeles

Joshua Tree National Park Small Group Day Tour from Los Angeles

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Los Angeles is filled with must-see landmarks, from the famous Hollywood sign to Santa Monica Pier. But neighborhoods are spread out, and it can be tough to make much progress with limited time to spare. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, this easy half-day tour covers the highlights by luxury bus. Depart from Hollywood or Santa Monica, and take in destinations like Rodeo Drive and Griffith Observatory without dedicating days to sightseeing.

Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Get the most out of your time in Los Angeles with this comprehensive tour that passes famous landmarks and celebrity homes. Travel between sites on an open-air bus, which helps cover more ground than a walking tour and offers great photo opportunities too. Highlights include the Hollywood Sign, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverley Hills, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, West Hollywood, and a selection of famous homes and celebrity hotspots.

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

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Full-Day LA Tour: Santa Monica, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

7 hoursFree Cancellation

See Los Angeles efficiently on a guided city tour that removes the need to plan routes, drive, or manage parking. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, you can focus on understanding the city while a guide provides context across key neighborhoods, including Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Venice Beach. This tour is designed to give first-time visitors a clear overview of LA in one day, helping you decide where to return on your own.

LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Beach Tour with Hotel Pickup

Best of LA: Hollywood, Griffith, Santa Monica, Venice, and Rodeo

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the magic of Hollywood and see where your favorite movies were made during this guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio. Join your guide and a small group to explore back-lot sets and sound stages, see the famous Central Perk cafe from “Friends,” and learn about green-screen technology. For a grand finale, become a part of your favorite DC Universe and Harry Potter movies on recreated sets.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy an unforgettable day at Universal Studios Hollywood, where thrilling rides, iconic shows, and attractions await. Experience the magic of famous movie sets, meet beloved characters, and soar over incredible lands. This ticket grants access to all shows, rides, and attractions, making it the ultimate LA adventure. Valid for your selected travel date only. ** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY **

Universal Studios Hollywood General Admission Ticket, California

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.0

(1,678)

from $100

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Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops

This is a great choice for time-tight travelers visiting Los Angeles. Save hours researching the best things to do in the city, and instead, go on a special tour that visits the city’s most photogenic spots and famous locations. Along the way, listen to commentary and stop to take photos near the Hollywood Sign, the American Film Academy, the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and Rodeo Drive.

Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Grand City Tour of Los Angeles, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit the majestic Giant Sequoia National Park on this private guided tour from Los Angeles. Enjoy stunning views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and get up close to the General Sherman Tree, the largest tree on Earth. This customizable day trip is perfect for families and anyone seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With a knowledgeable guide, you'll explore hidden mountain gems, some short hiking and enjoy opportunities for wildlife sightings, including small animals. Experience the grandeur of ancient trees, drive through famous tunnel log, visit Moro Rock trail while traveling in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Return to your hotel in the evening. - Private, customizable tour ideal for families and nature lovers - Visit iconic landmarks like the General Sherman Tree and Moro Rock - Includes national park entrance fees and bottled water - around 4.5 hours one way - Free hotel pick-up from various LA areas, ensuring convenience

Giant Sequoia National Park Private Day Tour from Los Angeles

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

This whistle-stop tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills is a great choice for time-tight travelers visiting Los Angeles. This layover experience from LAX airport includes convenient pickup and drop-off, luggage storage, and hotel pickup from select hotels. Stop at a secret viewpoint near the Hollywood sign for photos, stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, see Rodeo Drive, and enjoy expert narration with film clips and fun facts throughout the tour.

Los Angeles Layover City Tour with Luggage Storage

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Shared 8-Hour Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach

8 hoursFree Cancellation

** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY ** Nab this Universal Express Ticket for a superior experience at Universal Studios Hollywood. With this popular option, get all-day admission to the parks as well as one-time express access to each ride*, attraction, and show the park offers. A limited number of Express Tickets are available each day, so pre-purchase yours to ensure the best possible experience. *Please Note: Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is not included in the Universal Express Ticket

Skip the Line: Express Ticket at Universal Studios Hollywood

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.5

(1,219)

from $194

Discover Los Angeles' vibrant energy and diverse culture with our self-guided audio tour app, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace. Begin at the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, the heart of Tinseltown, then proceed to the impressive TCL Chinese Theatre, a landmark of cinema history. Immerse yourself in Hollywood glamour at the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards, before admiring the lively atmosphere of the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Stroll down the elegant Rodeo Drive to the Getty Center, home to a vast collection of art and stunning architecture. Experience the vibrant food scene at the famous Grand Central Market, LA's most popular culinary destination, then marvel at the stunning Griffith Observatory and its extensive views of the city and stars. Continue your tour at Santa Monica Pier, exploring its classic amusements and ascending Pacific Park's Ferris wheel for panoramic ocean views, embodying the blend of entertainment and natural beauty that defines LA.

Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets

Self-Guided Walking Tour in Los Angeles' Best-Kept Secrets

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.

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a Luxury Vehicle

1 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Enjoy LA's most colorful and iconic sights with this one-day tour, including entry to Madame Tussauds Hollywood (a $29 value). Leave the stress of research, planning, and driving to us while you enjoy complimentary onboard WiFi, bottled water, and snacks. Starting at El Pueblo de Los Angeles, the historic center of downtown LA, this tour takes you through the picturesque sights and rich history of the City of Angels. Experience 200+ years of Mexican-American history on Olvera Street, check out the terminus of Route 66 at the Santa Monica Pier, look for Ferraris on Rodeo Drive, snap a photo at the Beverly Hills Sign, buy lunch at the Original Farmers Market, strut down the Hollywood Walk of Fame, hunt for handprints at TCL Chinese Theater, gaze up at the Hollywood sign, and finally take in a stunning high-elevation view of Los Angeles from Griffith Observatory. Didn't see any celebrities today? Just take a selfie with one of Madam Tussauds' 130 wax figures—we won't tell.

ICONS of LA, Small Group, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Beach & more

The Ultimate LA and Hollywood Photo Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Put down the guidebook and experience the magic of Los Angeles from the perspective of a local with this private tour in a luxury minivan. Along the way, hear stories about famous sights, and stop off for plenty of great photo opportunities—such as the Hollywood Sign. As it's a private tour, the itinerary is customizable, and potential stops include Rodeo Drive, Venice Beach Boardwalk, Santa Monica Pier, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and the Sunset Strip.

Private Tour of Los Angeles in a SUV with Experienced Guide

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Get an intimate look at the diverse neighborhoods of LA during this small-group cycling exploration. Join a group of no more than 10 riders for a 32-mile (51-kilometer) adventure through areas like West Hollywood, Santa Monica, Bel-Air, and Beverly Hills, listening to insightful and entertaining stories from your guide as you cycle. During the trip, you’ll also stop in Venice Beach, where you can buy lunch, and take a guided walking tour of historic Greystone Mansion. A hybrid road bike, safety equipment, and bottled water are also included. You can also choose to upgrade to a private tour exclusively for your group.

Los Angeles: Full-Day eBike Tour — Beaches, Beverly Hills & More

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Join your guide for a walking tour that combines sightseeing in the hills of Los Angeles with a vigorous walk up to the Hollywood sign. Learn about the history of Los Angeles on an entertaining hike that takes in Griffith Park, the Hollywood Hills neighborhood, and the Hollywood Sign, and offers views of Burbank, the San Fernando Valley, and all of Los Angeles. Note: parking is not available Friday-Sunday and on holidays; guests must arrive and depart by taxi or rideshare.

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Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Los Angeles’ peaceful side, and enjoy a fun-filled and romantic excursion out on the water, when you rent a private swan pedal boat on Echo Park Lake. Pick from multiple convenient start times, from morning to night, and make your own way to the departure point. After getting fitted with lifejackets, set off on the water and soak up the scenery and skyline views as you pedal.

Swan Boat Rental in Echo Park

1 hourFree Cancellation

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Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time

zozakay, Oct 2026

This is a great tour if...

This is a great tour if you want to get little snippets of LA’s most iconic landmarks and places like Beverly Hills, the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Santa Monica Pier, Farmers Market, and The Grove. You get 4 stops with around 30–45 minutes at each, which gives you a good feel for the places and helps you decide where you’d like to revisit. So, I’d definitely recommend taking this tour early in your vacation. Our amazing driver and guide, Jeff, talked us through everything from historical facts to celebrity gossip throughout the ride, which made it so much fun. And his dad jokes were especially on point 😂 The moral of the tour? Keep your expectations low in life, according to Jeff’s wise words. Although, to be fair, he was way above our expectations!

Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour

Porschea_M, Oct 2026

Kenny was a amazing tour guide ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Amazing Experience from Start to Finish

We had an amazing experience, and a huge part of that was our tour guide, Kenny! He truly made the entire experience unforgettable. His energy, personality, and the way he made the tour enjoyable made everything that much better. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone, and I would especially encourage people to book because of Kenny! The staff checking us in were also amazing, the bathrooms were clean, and the merchandise was reasonably priced. Everything was a great experience from beginning to end. I’ll definitely be back and would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a great time. Kenny, keep being amazing at what you do! You definitely made this experience one to remember!

Tour of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Beach with Hotel Pickup

Delia_C, Oct 2026

Fantastic Tour!

I had a full day before my red eye flight back to Florida. This tour packs in a lot of sites that I myself could not have pulled off being a tourist. Abel the tour guy is very knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. He extended a lot of courtesy a few times when tourist didn’t arrive back to the bus in time for the next site. I also met some great people on the tour. We had a blast sharing the experience. I highly recommend this tour to see as much as you can in one day! Oh and wear comfy shoes you’ll be doing a lot of walking between sites.

Full-Day Iconic Sights of LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Beaches and More

Sasha_H, Oct 2026

Great intro to LA Day tour with great pick up and drop off’s for safety :)

Really great tour, Colin our driver was brilliant with great information, trying to keep late and noisy passengers calm and on time, the sights were just as listed, not too long at each place and lots to see. Unfortunately we had a rainy day but Colin had water, ponchos option to charge your phone for us all so honestly he also made us feel cared for and safe throughout the day! A real good mix of things on this tour, I learnt about how sunset strip joins Beverly Hills and Hollywood, saw all the things on tv, it’s a must do tour! Nice little bus too, not too many people but big enough it was comfy with great visibility and glass that felt open and not claustrophobic! I also love the fact this tour had the option for a hotel pick up and drop off (not having to make it solo to a pick up and drop off point or getting home late alone, in the dark) so I honestly would have done more tours if that was an option! This also takes the worry away so you can fully enjoy the day and know you will get back safely, that also made all the difference for me too!

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

Juli_J, Oct 2026

Super fun tour!!

We had SO. MUCH. FUN. On our tour with Kenny!! He knew all the secret spots and is obviously well known by a lot of the celebs and their staff. We saw so many stars’ homes. He was energetic, knowledgeable and so funny!! Highly recommend this tour and if you can, request Kenny!

Los Angeles 3-Hour City Tour with 3 Stops

Tracey_I, Oct 2026

☀️🌴 Vacation mode: ON!...

☀️🌴 Vacation mode: ON! Exploring LA’s famous sights, spotting the Hollywood Sign up close, cruising through Beverly Hills, and window-shopping on Rodeo Drive. Sunshine, palm trees, celebrity mansions, and memories to last a lifetime! 😎🎬🛍️ Living our best vacation life… Hollywood style! 😂⭐️

LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Beach Tour with Hotel Pickup

Carolyn_M, Oct 2026

Picked us up at our...

Picked us up at our hotel, our driver Abel was the Best! So funny, kept things very light and funny, gave us just enough info. Didn’t go on and on. Saw almost everything in LA. Traffic is normally really bad but we were lucky but be ware that you might get stuck toward the end of the day. It is a long day, be prepared from around 9 till 7 ish depending on traffic

Hollywood Sign 2.5-Hour Tour with Comedians and Their Dogs

Pattie_B, Oct 2026

A memory for a lifetime!

This adventure was a 10/10. We are still talking about it. We learned so much and had so much fun. I was a little apprehensive because I live in the Midwest where it’s pretty flat. I did fine climbing the hill. The view was amazing. Our tour guide and his dog Mozart were excellent. I would highly recommend this to everyone.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

Kyle_M, Sep 2026

WB - what a day!

We were told that the tour takes approximately two hours, but the only time constrained portion of the tour was the shuttle ride around the 110 acre lot. The remainder was exploring the many different areas of the studio. We spent over three hours and I could have spent more, but my wife wanted lunch. The Central Perk Cafe would have been a perfect spot, but she had other plans and wouldn’t let me cancel her reservation. As for highlights, the entire experience was a highlight! From soaking in the memorabilia and film clips in the waiting area to seeing the fountain used in the opening of Friends to sitting in Sheldon’s spot on the couch to the Batman and Harry Potter exhibits, it is all amazing and well worth the price of admission. If I am ever fortunate enough to return to Los Angeles, I will visit Warner Brothers again.

Hollywood and Celebrity Homes Bus Tour

Suzanne_H, Apr 2026

Great tour for visitors to see a lot in a short amount of time.

Friendly tour guides. There were clean restrooms at the meet up location along with snacks and beverages for purchase. This tour is best for sitting back and enjoying things, not so much for getting photos. Our guide, George, made everyone feel welcome and kept everyone fully engaged throughout the tour. His information was informative, appropriate, and enjoyable. We drive way up high into the hills and passed several celebrity homes. We also drove through Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, and ended at Hollywood Walk of Fame. Our guide stopped at one location to allow everyone to get out and take a few photos. This is an Open air vehicle, so being a jacket and hair tie. We covered a lot of ground and it was great for first time visitors who have very little time to see everything! He allowed us to choose to get out near the Chinese theater or continue back to the tour company. This was very convenient for my party to explore that area just a little longer. He also offered three great suggestions for guests to spend the reminder of their evening in the area. I highly recommend this tour.