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Perfect 5 ½ Hour LA & Hollywood Tour from Santa Monica
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Visit many of Los Angeles’s highlights and landmarks on one fun and convenient outing. Learn about LA history and culture—its historic filming locations and crime scenes, celebrity homes and trendy restaurants—from a narrator as you traverse the city in a convertible bus. Stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, a farmer's market for lunch, and the Hollywood Sign on this easy and affordable tour.
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$89.25
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$89.25

Small Group Electric Bicycle Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beach
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Take a pedal-powered tour through the beaches and streets of the famous Santa Monica and Venice Beach areas of Los Angeles during this electric bike tour. Skip the tour bus as you enjoy fresh ocean breezes and laid back riding with a guide aboard an electric bicycle. Cruise the famous canals of Venice and cycle the trails along Santa Monica Beach, choosing if you want to use your own leg power or get a boost from your electric-powered cycle. This L.A. electric bike trip also includes a helmet rental and bottled water.
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$79.00
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$79.00

Half Day Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beach
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Soak up the sand, surf and sun of the waterfront cities of Venice, Santa Monica and Marina del Rey during this 3-hour sightseeing trip aboard an electric-powered Cadillac Escalade limo. Feel like a Hollywood player as you cruise the streets of these beachfront meccas aboard your open-air ride, enjoying live commentary from a guide during the trip. Along the way you’ll also have 90 minutes to enjoy these areas’ excellent shopping and dining options on foot.
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$53.27
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$53.27

Vintage VW Hippie Tour to Malibu with wine tasting
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Cruise around Malibu in a vintage 1972 VW camper van on this half-day tour. Take in scenic views of the area’s coastline and mountain landscapes as you see popular attractions like Malibu Pier. Plus, make a short visit to a winery for a tasting. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure time.
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$195.00
Price varies by group size
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$195.00
Price varies by group size

5.5-Hour Exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour
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See the star-studded side of Malibu on this half-day tour that covers celebrity homes, historic sites, filming locations, and more. Cruise along the coast in an open-air van, stopping at the Adamson House, Surfrider Beach, Malibu Pier, and the Malibu Country Mart. Get a peek at the homes of celebs like Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., Mel Brooks, Simon Cowell, Dr. Dre, Cher, Adam Sandler, Jennifer Lopez, and more.
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$85.00
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$85.00

Catalina Island Day Trip from LAX area hotels with Undersea Adventure
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Leave the bustle of Los Angeles behind—and explore peaceful Catalina Island at your own pace—with this convenient package deal. In the morning, meet your driver directly at your LA accommodation, hop aboard your vehicle, and then transfer to the ferry to Catalina Island, where you can admire the seaside views. Once on the island, head to the Undersea Expedition (tickets included), and explore the sights independently.
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$238.47
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$238.47

Catalina Island Day Trip from LAX area hotels with Discover Avalon Scenic Tour
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Swap the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles for something a bit more relaxing—a scenic ferry trip to Catalina Island. Once you arrive, enjoy a guided tour of the main city of Avalon to help you get your bearings, and learn about its top sights. No need to worry about rushing back—the tour factors in some free time to explore Avalon’s shops, restaurants, and famous landmarks independently.
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$219.24
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$219.24

Santa Monica and Venice Beach Bike Adventure Tour
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Santa Monica is one of the best neighborhoods to explore by bike with its colorful characters, sights and sounds. Since it's also an artistic and creative area of LA, this tour seizes the opportunity to introduce you to legal graffiti street galleries and the best of the local sculpture and architecture. Clocking in at nearly three hours long, this two-wheeled adventure will leave your legs a bit more toned and your stomach ready for lunch.
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$73.60
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$73.60

Private Electric Bike Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beaches
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Explore Santa Monica on a private tour by electric bike and see the highlights of the vibrant coastal city. Follow your guide along Santa Monica’s palm-lined streets. Stroll the boardwalk at the Santa Monica Pier, dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean and experience the laid-back culture and classic scenery of this iconic beach town. Cruise to vibrant Venice to see the skate park, street art and the bustle of the crowd on the oceanfront walk and onward to the "gem of the tour" or the Venice canals. Then a final stop at Muscle Beach before zipping back to the shop.
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$99.00
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$99.00

3 ½-Hour Sea to the Stars Hollywood Hopper Tour
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See the best of Hollywood on this 3 1/2 hour tour that includes all the necessary sights between the beach and Tinseltown. Our Hollywood Hopper will give you a glimpse of classic Los Angeles icons including celebrity homes, movie studios, filming locations, with stops at the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Sign. This is perfect for someone short on time, staying at the beach, on a long layover or wanting to see the top sights in the city.
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$60.00
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$60.00

Los Angeles & Malibu Wine + Vineyard Tour
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HIGHLIGHTS:
Three unique wine tasting experiences!
1. Enjoy wine in a vineyard.
2. Sip wine near the ocean.
3. Sip wine in mountain canyons.
What do you think of when you think of Los Angeles and Malibu? The Pacific Ocean, Rocky Cliffs, Surfers, Movie Stars, Mansions? After your tour, you will add wine to the list. Sip wine at diverse wine tasting spots in Los Angeles and Malibu - from city to coast to mountains to vineyards.
Be transported in luxury in a new Mercedes Sprinter Van with leather seats, high ceilings, and picture windows for viewing the stunning scenery.
Tours are small and intimate with seating for a maximum of 10 - 11 guests.
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$299.00
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$299.00

Private Tour - Day Hollywood Tour of Los Angeles - 6 Hours.
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Have only a short amount of time in Los Angeles? See some of the city’s top attractions—and explore without any hassle—on this private, half-day driving tour. Following pickup at your preferred address, hop aboard your vehicle, equipped with Wi-Fi, charging ports, and even a TV. Then, sit back as your driver whisks you to top LA sights, from Downtown LA and the Hollywood Sign to the Griffith Observatory and Rodeo Drive.
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$950.00
per group
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$950.00
per group

Spooky Hollywood Halloween Bus Tour By Night
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This tour is the perfect tour for those interested in the scary side of Hollywood. You'll see the traditional sights like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, but the tour will focus on murders, ghost stories, unsolved mysteries, and other scary happenings in Hollywood throughout the past 100 years or so. Not for the faint of heard, this tour will cover The Menendez Brothers, Sharon Tate's last meal and more.
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$60.00
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$60.00

Worlds best 5-Hour Tour is a custom Limo with the biggest Bar ever!!
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Enjoy a private, half-day ride around Los Angeles during this VIP guided tour—led by a TV personality and celebrity driver and bodyguard. Ride in style in a Lincoln town car with room for up to six people. Enjoy complimentary beer and liquor and sweet and savory snacks as you visit iconic locations like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, glitzy Rodeo Drive, and the beaches of Malibu.
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$379.00
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$379.00

Private limo 5-Hour Tour of Los Angeles and Beach Cities
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Los Angeles is the city of the rich and famous, but unless you know an insider, you may not know all the celeb stories of LA. This Los Angeles Private Limo Tour changes all that and lets you explore in style with a guide who's been on TV. Hear celebrity stories as you go by some of LA's most famous attractions, like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Rodeo Drive.
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$1,140.00
per group
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$1,140.00
per group

4 hours Sailboat Tour for 2 people along the Los Angeles Coastline
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The coastal line of Los Angeles. You will see Marina Del Rey, head for Santa Monica, sail past Venice Beach, Airport, Malibu beach, go into the open ocean, anchor (if desired) and return back to Marina Del Rey.
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$599.00
per group
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$599.00
per group

Private Gourmet Sailing Adventure (3 Hours for 1-2 Passengers)
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We take our guests out into a safe sailing environment on the Santa Monica Bay or beyond, where they have the opportunity to experience first-hand the joy of sailing, the rhythm of the ocean and unique pairings of gourmet foods and wines in the sweet briny sea air.
We catch sunrises, bake in the mid-day sunshine and relax as the sunsets and the moon rises under starry skies. We play with seals, dolphins, and whales and when appropriate catch fresh seafood to enjoy al-fresco. We are living the Mediterranean dream in Southern California and sharing the experience with valued guests who leave the experience as family.
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$475.00
per group
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$475.00
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Super custom Dual bar limo with tour guide 6-Hour Los Angeles Private Tour!!
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Instead of exploring the City of Angels in a crowded and stuffy sightseeing bus, watch the city unfold around you from the comfort of a luxurious private limousine. Drive around Hollywood, Beverly Hills, the LA coast and any other site you want – this tour is fully customizable – in a sleek and comfortable Lincoln town car that seats up to six. Take advantage of your car’s open bar and the deep local knowledge of your private driver.
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$1,290.00
per group
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$1,290.00
per group

6-HourTour in a custom Limo with the biggest bar ever made for a limo!!!
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See the City of Angels your own way—and enjoy a flexible, luxurious way to travel—on this private limo tour. Meet your guide at your preferred time and place, hop aboard, and enjoy an in-limo bar featuring beer, wine, spirits, and nibbles. As you go, hear insider Hollywood stories, and choose to see highlights ranging from Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive to the Walk of Fame, Santa Monica, and more.
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$1,399.00
per group
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$1,399.00
per group

Malibu Wineries Private Tour
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This tour's destination is Malibu—arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world. Here, you'll find the Malibu Coastal Region, officially recognized by the AVA (American Viticultural Association), which boasts 50 boutique vineyards. With cool ocean air and rich, volcanic soil, this is the most ideal place to grow wine grapes in Southern California. But don't take our word for it—explore the wines of Malibu with our expert wine guide to discover this for yourself!
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$599.00
Price varies by group size
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$599.00
Price varies by group size

Our Signature Tour: 3.5-Hour LA Story Tour
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Our Signature Tour!
The most popular sights seen from a fresh perspective, as well as the lesser-known gems other tours miss. This is a half-day tour.
This private tour is provided by industry professionals who specialize in luxury and customized service. The 3.5-hour tour will concentrate on the must-see sightseeing locations in Hollywood, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. It's the go-to tour for 5-star hotel concierge desks, as well as domestic and international travel agents looking for a superior experience for their VIP's.
*In the tour details listed above, there are few options that best describe timeframes for stops and drive-by introductions. Plus, there are a handful of locations not listed in available "Attractions." Some attractions may not be accessible on certain days of the year. This tour is a solid 3.5 hours, and we've laid out a guesstimate on stops and travel time. Remember, this is a private tour, so you're also welcome to fully customize your time.
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$306.25
Price varies by group size
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$306.25
Price varies by group size

Self-Guided Tour of Santa Monica in Los Angeles with Fun Facts and Photo Ops
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Santa Monica is the perfect mix of chilled out beach, artistic and sport cultures with a multitude of amazing restaurants and nightlife options thrown in for good measure. Whether you’re looking to spend your vacation lounging on Santa Monica Beach, shopping ‘til you drop or enjoying the myriad of parks the city has, you can guarantee you’ll have an awesome time.
This self-guided tour of Santa Monica takes you to 10 must-see places in Santa Monica, each of which is extremely instagrammable so be ready for numerous photo ops along the way!
It's a self guided tour.
You can start and finish any time you like. Learn about LA’s history and culture at your own comfortable pace. During this self-guided tour, you will learn fun facts, stories and insights about some historical sites in Santa Monica LA as well as explore the most instagrammable places.
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$25.00
per group
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$25.00
per group

Malibu Beach Surf Tour in a Vintage VW Van
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Enjoy spectacular views of the Malibu shoreline, and even attend a surfing lesson, on this small-group, two-in-one tour. Meet your guide in the morning in Santa Monica, and hop aboard a vintage VW van. Head first to the renowned Malibu Pier, and then to Point Dume State Beach for clifftop views overlooking the ocean. Finish the tour with a surfing lesson that will get you hitting the waves in no time.
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$349.00
Price varies by group size
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$349.00
Price varies by group size

Santa Monica Private Tour with Restaurant and Bar Stops
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Eat and drink like a Hollywood VIP during this 5-hour restaurant and bar tour in Santa Monica aboard an electric-powered Cadillac Escalade limo. Join a small group of no more than 14 guests as you’re whisked to the restaurant of your choosing for lunch or dinner. After your meal, continue the fun with a stop at your choice of bar or lounge in this fun-filled neighborhood. A local guide, live on-board commentary during your drive and round-trip hotel transport are covered.
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$409.24
per group
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$409.24
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