Hollywood: the Real Walking Tour

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Tour ends at the TCL Chinese Theatre — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

There's a lot of history hidden in plain sight - if you know where to look — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

On our Hollywood tour we go back in time to when the name first appeared on maps in the 1880’s, then we’ll tell you how and why the start-up movie industry first moved to this small farming town in the early twentieth century.

By walking the streets of Hollywood you’ll get the chance to discover the many hidden historic sites in the area (such as the oldest house in Hollywood, where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), as well offering you the best up close and personal experiences of such icons as the Walk of Fame, the Capitol Records Building, the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater (the home of the Oscars) and the TCL Chinese Theater where your Hollywood tour ends, in the perfect place to get lunch or get some great shots of the Hollywood Sign for Instagram.

Tour starts at 10am daily
Children under 12 y.o. gain free entry

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: The Real Los Angeles Tours

Ages: Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tour guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20% if you enjoy tour.

Itinerary

Pantages Theatre

10 min Admission not included

The tour starts here at 10am and you'll learn the fascinating (and scandalous) history of the famous theatre.
Capitol Records Building

10 min Admission not included

Admire the famous mural Hollywood Jazz and learn about this groundbreaking building.
Hollywood

20 min

What was Hollywood like before it became HOLLYWOOD? Where did the name come from? We answer these - and many other - questions.
Hollywood Walk of Fame

10 min

Discover why and how the iconic Walk of Fame came to be.
Hollywood Sign

10 min Admission not included

Learn the history of the iconic sign, it's unveiling a hundred years ago is one reason we call the entertainment industry here Hollywood.
Egyptian Theatre

10 min Admission not included

Why is this famous theatre designed in the Egyptian style? And who is Sid Grauman? Find out the answers on this tour!
Hollywood & Highland

10 min

Los Angeles' Times Square can be daunting, but we'll whisk you through the crowds and show you the hidden history.
Dolby Theatre

10 min Admission not included

Home of the annual Academy Awards. Need we say more?
TCL Chinese Theatres

10 min Admission not included

Find out why, when and how stars began putting their feet and hands in concrete here. Also learn the secret history of the Oscars.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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

TCL Chinese Theatre is at Hollywood and Highland, which has a Metro station, offering easy access to the rest of the city and only 15 minutes walk from the meeting point.

Using your ticket

Thanks for making a booking with THE REAL LOS ANGELES TOURS.

This ticket has ALL the information that you'll need - PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY!

PREPARATION

Allow PLENTY of time to get to the meeting point. Remember that YOU'RE responsible for getting to the meeting point on time - not us.

TRANSPORT / PARKING

There's parking in Hollywood, but it can be hard-to-find and expensive, so please consider taking public transport or a taxi.

MEETING THE GUIDE

The guide will be checking-in guests from 15 minutes before the tour at the entrance to the Pantages Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard.

Don't worry about us, we've been doing this 10 years - all you need to do is make sure you're there and we'll take care of the rest.

It's very likely there will be other guests on this tour, so we CANNOT hold for latecomers and there is NO phone or email help center, there's no point - you have all the info you need right here.

Please bring a paper or electronic copy of your ticket.

TIPS / GRATUITIES

Cashless payments for gratuities are available, please allow 15-20%.

FINALLY!

We're looking forward to creating an amazing experience for you.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
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.