Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour

4.7 (12 reviews) Los Angeles, USA
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Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

L.A. is so big – how are you going to see the city in one day? Easy! Join our LA in a Day tour and see 3 completely different neighborhoods of the city - Hollywood, downtown and Santa Monica. There’s no breezing through on buses with a pre-recorded audio commentary playing (which is always out of sync), on this tour we show you the hidden nooks and crannies of the city that other tour companies don’t (including 7 different venues that have held the Academy Awards Ceremony) and give you a feel for the real Los Angeles.

We're pioneers of the all day metro and walking tour of Los Angeles. Why did we create it? Because we want you to feel like you're an Angeleno for the day and to fall in love with the city like we did.

* Tour starts 10 am daily
* Travel on Los Angeles Metro included in ticket price
* There’s a big range of food options and all types of diet can be accommodated (vegan, gluten-free etc)

What's included

  • We'll show you how to use the LA Metro - the easiest and cheapest mode of transport here.
  • Tour Guide
  • Travel on Los Angeles Metro is included in ticket price.
  • Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20% if you enjoy tour.
  • Lunch/Snacks are not included.

What to expect

  1. Hollywood Walk of Fame
    2h
    We’ll start your LA in a Day tour in Hollywood (where else) and show you how and why L.A. became the center of the American entertainment industry. There’s a huge amount of fascinating movie history surrounding the famous Walk of Fame, including the oldest house in Hollywood (where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), the Capitol Records Building, the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater (home of the Oscars) and the TCL Chinese Theater, and you’ll learn about it all.
  2. Hollywood
    20m
    Experience this famous neighborhood at ground level and learn its fascinating history.
  3. Hollywood Sign
    Pass by
    See and learn about this icon of Los Angeles.
  4. TCL Chinese Theatres
    20m
    See the famous theatre and its forecourt of the stars. Take time to get some photos for Instagram while there too.
  5. Civic Center
    1h
    We take the subway to downtown – it’s actually the fastest way to get there. DTLA is where the city was founded, in 1781, and it has a huge number of iconic buildings, such as Los Angeles City Hall and the Walt Disney Concert Hall.
  6. City Hall
    Pass by
    An icon of Art Deco design and famous from movies and TV shows.
  7. The Music Center
    15m
    A lovely part of DTLA.
  8. Walt Disney Concert Hall
    15m
    One of the most influential modern buildings, in terms of design.
  9. The Broad
    Pass by
    Pass by this newest addition to the Grand Avenue cultural collection.
  10. Angels Flight Railway
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Take this historic funicular down from Bunker Hill.
  11. Grand Central Market
    1h
    We pause your LA in a Day tour for lunch at one of the top food destinations in America, Grand Central Market. There are a huge number of (very reasonably) priced options here and all types of diet can be accommodated. You'll love it.
  12. Downtown Los Angeles
    1h
    Every week hip new restaurants, bars, Apple stores, creative offices and apartment blocks are opening in the area. Many people don’t realize it’s also the best-preserved historic downtown of any major city in America (with some of the best architecture in the world, including many beautiful examples of the Beaux Arts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, modern and post-modern styles).
  13. Fine Arts Building
    10m
    Step into this beautiful lobby from the 1920's (weekdays only).
  14. Santa Monica Pier
    20m
    Walk out onto this historic pier, built more than 100 years ago and often used as a location in classic movies.
  15. 1h
    Once in SaMo we’ll give you a tour of the area (including the famous Santa Monica Pier), before finishing your LA in a Day tour at 3rd Street Promenade, a perfect place to watch the sun set while enjoying cocktails and dinner. By now you’ll have had a real experience of Los Angeles and made some great memories to take home with you.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

3rd Street Promenade is one of the best places to shop, dine and people watch in Los Angeles. It's also only a block from the Metro E-Line station (just over an hour back to the meeting point).

There are also buses and a taxi-rank nearby.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
  • This tour is not recommended for children under 12 y.o.
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
  • We recommend ride-sharing or taking the metro to the meeting point, then you don't have to pay $30-40 to park your car all day (IF you're driving in LA).
  • Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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