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

Hollywood & Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Bus Tour – photo 1

Ride an open-air bus through the Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills, passing celebrity homes, film locations and LA’s best-known streets. The trip includes Mulholland Drive, Rodeo Drive, the Sunset Strip and the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

About this experience

  • Duration: 2 hours (Approx.)
  • E-ticket · Sent by email
  • Group size: Up to 18 guests

Highlights

  • Ride up into the Hollywood Hills for views of the Hollywood Sign and the LA skyline
  • Drive along the famous Mulholland Drive
  • Spot celebrity homes, hangouts and filming locations
  • Stop for photos at the Beverly Hills Sign
  • See the shops of Rodeo Drive
  • Cruise the Sunset Strip through West Hollywood
  • Visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Full description

Explore the famous sights of Los Angeles on an open-air sightseeing bus tour with an entertaining driver-guide. Discover Hollywood, Mulholland Drive, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, celebrity neighborhoods, and popular filming locations while enjoying scenic views of the Hollywood Sign and the LA skyline. Choose your preferred departure point in Hollywood or Santa Monica to suit your sightseeing plans.

Hollywood Departure (2 Hours): Begin your tour at the Hollywood Visitor Centre near the world-famous Hollywood Walk of Fame. Travel through Hollywood and into the Hollywood Hills, where you can admire views of the Hollywood Sign and the Los Angeles skyline along Mulholland Drive. Pass celebrity homes and well-known filming locations before reaching Beverly Hills, where you'll enjoy a 10–15-minute stop at the Beverly Hills Sign for photos and a restroom break. Continue along the luxury shopping destination of Rodeo Drive, through West Hollywood, and past the famous Sunset Strip before returning to Hollywood.

Santa Monica Departure (3.5 Hours): Start at the Santa Monica Visitor Centre & Cafe, where coffee and matcha drinks are available to purchase before departure. Enjoy a scenic drive toward Hollywood, passing through Pico, Century City, Wilshire Boulevard, and Rodeo Drive. Stop for 30 minutes at the Beverly Hills Sign and Rodeo Drive to take photos and use the restroom. Continue through the Hollywood Hills, passing celebrity residences, filming locations, and scenic viewpoints across Los Angeles. You'll then have 30 minutes to explore the Hollywood Walk of Fame and its iconic landmarks before travelling through West Hollywood and along the Sunset Strip on the return journey to Santa Monica, where the tour concludes at your original departure point. Please note that the Santa Monica option lasts approximately 3.5 hours because of the additional travel distance and sightseeing stops. Traffic conditions in Los Angeles may affect the overall duration.

Your booking also includes a complimentary self-guided Hollywood Walk of Fame walking tour, advertised as a $9 value. Use this digital guide to discover famous stars, Hollywood history, interesting stories, fun facts, and viewpoints of the Hollywood Sign at your own pace. Whether you have 20 minutes or several hours to explore, this walking tour offers a flexible way to discover more of Hollywood's entertainment landmarks.

Included

  • Live tour guide (and audio guide)
  • Open-air bus transport
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (depends on the option)
  • Tips
  • Free self-guided Walk of Fame tour

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Entry tickets to attractions
  • Personal shopping, for example on Rodeo Drive
  • Pickup from outside the listed area, if your option doesn’t include pickup

Meeting point

Hollywood Visitor Center, 7046 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA

  • The exact meeting point depends on the option you book: check your confirmation for the address and time.
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Important information

  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled time.
  • The bus is open-air, so check the forecast and dress for the weather. Bring sun protection on hot days and a layer for cool evenings.
  • Bring a camera.
  • The route and timings depend on LA traffic.
  • Large bags, luggage, alcohol and drugs aren’t allowed on board.
  • The meeting point depends on the option you choose, so check your confirmation.

What's allowed

  • Cameras
  • Weather-appropriate clothing (recommended)
  • Small personal bags

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Oversized luggage
  • Alcohol and drugs

Cancellation policy

With Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled tour. Without Ticket Assurance, Cancellation up to 48 hours in advance. To cancel, visit Manage Booking or Contact Support.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The Hollywood option takes about 2 hours, and the Santa Monica option about 3.5 hours. Traffic can add time.

Where does the tour start?

At the Hollywood Visitor Center or the Santa Monica Visitor Center & Cafe, depending on your option.

Will I see real celebrity homes?

Yes. The route passes homes of current and past stars in the Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills, seen from the bus.

Are there stops to get off the bus?

Yes. There’s a photo and restroom stop at the Beverly Hills Sign. The Santa Monica option also stops for 30 minutes at the Walk of Fame.

Is the guide available in other languages?

The live guide speaks English and Spanish. An audio guide covers 11 languages.

What if it rains or is very hot?

The bus is open-air, so dress for the weather.

Can I bring luggage?

No, large bags and luggage aren’t allowed.

Is there a bonus?

Yes, a free self-guided Hollywood Walk of Fame walking tour.

What do past guests say?

The tour has 4.5/5 overall, with 4.7 for the guide, 4.7 for transport and 4.5 for value for money.

Hollywood & Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Bus Tour – photo 1Hollywood

4.5(2,962)

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

  • Hollywood Hills & Sign Views
  • Celebrity Homes & Film Locations
  • Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive
  • Sunset Strip & Walk of Fame

Departs from: Several meeting points (choose when you book)

From$34 /person

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Hollywood & Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Bus Tour – photo 1Hollywood

4.5(2,962)

2–5.5 hours (Approx.)

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

  • Hollywood Hills & Sign Views
  • Celebrity Homes & Film Locations
  • Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive
  • Sunset Strip & Walk of Fame

Departs from: Several meeting points (choose when you book)

From$34 /group

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Departs from: Several meeting points (choose when you book)

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