Manson Family Tour LA: Dark History in a Funeral Limousine

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Eating Manson dogs at Munch Box!!!! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Los Angeles dazzles with world-class attractions, but beneath its glamour lies a darker story that continues to shape its identity. Grave Line Tours invites you to uncover the city’s mysterious past on an unforgettable journey into the chilling world of Charles Manson and his followers. Our exclusive Manson Family Tour is one of LA’s most popular experiences—book early to secure your date.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Grave Line Tours

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Access to visual background materials for passengers with smartphones having data access access
Included: Limo guided tour of the Los Angeles of 1969 of Charles Manson and his courageous victims.

Not included

Not included: There will be an opportunity to purchase coffee and light snacks halfway through the tour.
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Stop by the legendary Mexican cantina where Sharon Tate and her friends shared their final meal, just hours before tragedy struck. Experience a haunting piece of Los Angeles history that blends Hollywood glamour with the city’s dark past.
West Hollywood

Passing by

Drive through West Hollywood on your funeral limo Manson tour, where the cult’s Cielo Drive killers prowled before their deadly spree. From your vehicle, sense the eerie tension of this nightlife hub tied to Charles Manson’s Hollywood ambitions and the 1969 true crime nightmare--and several of their victims.
Stop 3

Passing by

Visit the former site of Jay Sebring’s iconic hair salon, the pioneering studio that redefined men’s grooming in 1960s Hollywood. Learn how Sebring’s innovative style attracted A-list clients and cemented his legacy in Los Angeles’ golden era.
Beverly Hills

Passing by

Cruise Beverly Hills on the Manson Family Tour, the glamorous gateway near Benedict Canyon where Tate-LaBianca horror unfolded. Spot opulent streets from your limo that hid the cult’s path to infamy in LA’s most shocking mass murder saga.
Stop 5

Passing by

Visit the former site of the Tate-Polanski residence, the location that once stood at the center of one of Los Angeles’ most infamous tragedies. Learn how this peaceful Benedict Canyon neighborhood became forever linked to the dark legacy of the Manson Family.
Stop 6

Passing by

Explore the state park that once housed the infamous Spahn Movie Ranch, former home and hideout of the Manson Family. Learn how this once-bustling Western film set became the backdrop for one of the darkest stories in Los Angeles history.
Stop 7

Passing by

Take a break at one of Charles Manson’s favorite old Hollywood hot dog stands, a spot once frequented by the cult leader during his time in LA. While here, you’ll also get the rare chance to view an authentic Manson artifact up close.
Stop 8

20 min

Visit the former site of the seedy strip club where Manson Family member Susan “Sadie” Atkins once performed during her troubled years in Los Angeles. Hear how her path from the city’s nightlife to Manson’s inner circle revealed the manipulative power of his influence.
Los Feliz

Passing by

See beautiful Los Feliz on your Manson tour limo, neighborhood of the LaBianca home where Leno and Rosemary were savagely killed the night after Tate. Through your window, take in the quiet suburb masking one of LA’s most gruesome chapters in cult true crime history.
Los Feliz

Passing by

Stop at the Los Feliz home where Leno and Rosemary LaBianca’s lives were tragically taken, marking another dark chapter in Los Angeles history. Discover how this quiet hillside neighborhood became entwined with the chilling legacy of the Manson Family.
Whisky-a-Go-Go

Passing by

Visit iconic night club where Charles Manson and Beach Boy Dennis Wilson spent their wild nights during the summer of 1969, a time that blurred the line between fame and infamy. Discover how their unlikely friendship helped shape one of Los Angeles’ most notorious true crime stories.
Stop 12

Passing by

See the quiet residential yard where a young boy playing with a sprinkler made a shocking discovery—the gun used in the Tate killings. This unassuming Los Angeles neighborhood hides one of the most pivotal clues in the Manson Family case.
Stop 13

Passing by

Drive past the striking Hollywood headquarters of the Church of Scientology, a landmark often associated with mystery and celebrity. Discover the surprising link between this iconic building and Charles Manson’s early years in prison.
Hollywood

Passing by

Roll through Hollywood on the Manson Family murder limo tour, where Charlie recruited followers amid the 1960s scene before unleashing horror. From your funeral vehicle, absorb the dream factory’s underbelly linked to the cult’s delusions and 1969 killing spree.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Each of the rides will begin at the Ovation Center, 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles 90028 at Hollywood and Highland. Look for your guide in the Level 2 courtyard on the side of the “Pandora” store, in the shade near the sign that says “OH!” or “Welcome to Hollywood.”

End point

Each of the rides will begin at the Ovation Center, 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles 90028 at Hollywood and Highland. Look for your guide in the Level 2 courtyard on the side of the “Pandora” store, in the shade near the sign that says “OH!” or “Welcome to Hollywood.”

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 the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers sensitive to extreme subject matter or emotionally upset by disturbing content.