City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Audio Guide

3.2 (1,126 reviews) Los Angeles, USA
Duration1h - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Overview

Discover the best of Los Angeles with our open-top double-decker bus tours and express shuttles! Explore LA at your own pace without the hassle of driving, parking, or traffic.

ROUTE OPTIONS & KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

Hollywood Route (Touring Route) - Visit top attractions like the Dolby Theatre, Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Farmers Market, Beverly Hills, and LACMA.

Beach Route (Touring Route) - Explore Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade, Venice Beach, Muscle Beach, and Rodeo Drive.

Griffith Observatory Express - A dedicated shuttle taking guests directly to the best viewpoint in LA for iconic sights of the Hollywood Sign.

DTLA Hotel Express to Hollywood - Direct morning pickup from 8 major Downtown LA hotels with a 15-minute photo stop at Griffith Observatory before arriving in Hollywood.

Beach Direct Express - Fast, non-stop transfer directly between Hollywood Blvd and Santa Monica Pier.

Plus, use our Exclusive Express Shuttles to connect easily to Universal Studios Hollywood!

Options

1-Day Classic Hop-On Hop-Off
3-Day Premium Hop-On Hop-Off
2-Day Adventure Hop-On Hop-Off

What's included

  • Included Express Shuttles
  • Live bus map via the free CitySightseeing LA app
  • Unlimited access to the Hollywood Route and Beach Route
  • Free Wi-Fi on most buses
  • Shuttle from Downtown includes a 15-min. stop at the Griffith Observatory
  • 9 languages streaming via smartphone + free earbuds
  • Direct shuttle to the Griffith Observatory included with every ticket
  • Access to all tour routes and express shuttles
  • Attraction entry
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

HOLLYWOOD ROUTE

Hollywood Route departs daily every 45 to 60 minutes between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Download the free 'CitySightseeing LA' app to access route maps, timetables, multi-lingual audio commentary, and live bus tracking.

  1. DOLBY THEATRE "Home of the Oscars", TCL Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Walk-of-Fame & El Capitan Theater
  2. GUITAR CENTER “ROCKWALK”
  3. CHATEAU MARMONT & LAUGH FACTORY
  4. THE COMEDY STORE, on the Famous Sunset Strip
  5. LONDON HOTEL & WHISKY A GO-GO
  6. SANTA MONICA BLVD., West Hollywood Trendy area
  7. BEVERLY HILLS & RODEO DRIVE (★ Transfer stop to the Beach Route)
  8. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL in Beverly Hills
  9. BEVERLY CENTER, well known Shopping center
  10. MIRACLE MILE MUSEUMS (Urban Lights, LACMA, LA Brea Tar Pits, Petersen Automotive Museum & Academy Museum of Motion Pictures)
  11. THE ORIGINAL FARMERS MARKET and the Grove Shopping area
  12. MELROSE AVENUE, trendy Shopping area
  13. GOLDEN APPLE COMICS, next to the Famous Pink's Hot Dogs
  14. VINE STREET, near Paramount Studios
  15. PANTAGES THEATRE, on the Hollywood Walk-of-Fame
BEACH ROUTE

Beach Route departs daily every 50 to 60 minutes between 10:00 AM and 4:20 PM. Download the free 'CitySightseeing LA' app to access route maps, timetables, multi-lingual audio commentary, and live bus tracking.

  1. SANTA MONICA PIER & the Beach
  2. 3RD ST. PROMENADE, well known Celebrity Shopping area
  3. BEVERLY HILLS & RODEO DRIVE (★ Transfer stop to the Hollywood Route)
  4. FAIRMONT CENTURY PLAZA HOTEL
  5. SOUTH BEACH PARK, the beginning of Venice Beach boardwalk
  6. VENICE BEACH, famous Venice Beach Sign
  7. Santa Monica Visitor Center
BEACH ROUTE DIRECT EXPRESS - Hollywood ➔ Santa Monica Beach

A daily express shuttle departing Hollywood at 10:15 AM straight to Santa Monica Beach with zero stops in between. Fast, non-stop transfer designed to maximize your time and experience exploring Santa Monica.

  1. Departs at 10:15 AM from Hollywood
  2. Arrives at the Santa Monica Beach
HOLLYWOOD ROUTE DIRECT EXPRESS - Santa Monica Beach ➔ Hollywood

A daily express shuttle departing Santa Monica Beach at 11:30 AM straight to Hollywood's Walk-of-Fame with no intermediate stops. Fast, non-stop transfer taking guests directly to the heart of Hollywood.

  1. Departs at 11:30 AM from the Santa Monica Beach
  2. Arrives in Hollywood
GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY EXPRESS

A daily round-trip express shuttle departing at 01:15 PM straight to the Griffith Observatory. Includes a 30-minute stop, giving guests the perfect amount of time for photos and panoramic views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign.

  1. Departs at 01:15 PM from Hollywood
  2. 30-Minute Photo Stop
  3. Returns back to Hollywood
DTLA HOTEL EXPRESS TO HOLLYWOOD

Convenient morning pickups from key Downtown LA hotels, featuring a 15-minute photo stop at the world-famous Griffith Observatory on the way to Hollywood. A convenient return shuttle departs Hollywood at 5:00 PM to bring guests directly back to their DTLA hotels.

  1. Pick-up @ 08:15 AM for the JW MARRIOTT & E-CENTRAL HOTEL
  2. Pick-up @ 08:22 AM from the INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL
  3. Pick-up @ 08:27 AM from the WESTIN BONAVENTURE HOTEL
  4. Pick-up @ 08:32 AM from the CONRAD HOTEL
  5. Pick-up @ 08:37 AM for the HILTON CHECKERS & BILTMORE HOTEL
  6. Pick-up @ 08:47 AM from the MIYAKO HOTEL
  7. 15-Minute Photo Stop
  8. Arrives in Hollywood

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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