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

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About this activity

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)

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: The Real Los Angeles Tours

Ages: Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: We'll show you how to use the LA Metro - the easiest and cheapest mode of transport here.
Included: Tour Guide
Included: Travel on Los Angeles Metro is included in ticket price.

Not included

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

Itinerary

Hollywood Walk of Fame

2 hours

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.
Hollywood

20 min

Experience this famous neighborhood at ground level and learn its fascinating history.
Hollywood Sign

Passing by

See and learn about this icon of Los Angeles.
TCL Chinese Theatres

20 min

See the famous theatre and its forecourt of the stars. Take time to get some photos for Instagram while there too.
Civic Center

one hour

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.
City Hall

Passing by

An icon of Art Deco design and famous from movies and TV shows.
The Music Center

15 min

A lovely part of DTLA.
Walt Disney Concert Hall

15 min

One of the most influential modern buildings, in terms of design.
The Broad

Passing by

Pass by this newest addition to the Grand Avenue cultural collection.
Angels Flight Railway

10 min Admission included

Take this historic funicular down from Bunker Hill.
Grand Central Market

one hour

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.
Downtown Los Angeles

one hour

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).
Fine Arts Building

10 min

Step into this beautiful lobby from the 1920's (weekdays only).
Santa Monica Pier

20 min

Walk out onto this historic pier, built more than 100 years ago and often used as a location in classic movies.
Stop 15

one hour

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 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

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.

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

Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and layered clothing, it's often cool and breezy in Santa Monica, where the tour ends, even in summer.

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. If you take the metro - or a taxi - then you won't have to return to Hollywood after the tour either.

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

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.