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June–September
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Santa Monica Pier / Downtown: Central, walkable to the beach, shops, restaurants and transit connections. Third Street Promenade / Main Street: Pedestrian shopping and dining with easy access to family-friendly spots and nightlife. Palisades / Ocean Avenue: Quieter, scenic bluff-side area with parks and ocean views.
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This 7.5 hour guided tour - by LA-natives - is perfect for families, couples and all ages! Our routes are carefully curated to visit the most welcoming and visitor-friendly parts o…
Approx. 450 minutesView on Viator →
Your Ticket to The Hollywood Hills on this Interactive Sightseeing Tour on an Open Air Bus with a Fun Driver Guide. Your Drive Guide will take you past Hollywood, Mulholland Drive,…
Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Check out the BEST Los Angeles has to offer on this half-day interactive sightseeing experience! Take a seat on one of our Climate-Controlled Buses as your fun and entertaining dri…
Approx. 330 minutesView on Viator →
Hotel pickup and drop-off from over 70 hotels in the Anaheim Resort Area and 150 hotels in the Los Angeles area. This is a fun and fantastic experience of the area’s most iconic si…
Approx. 540 minutesView on Viator →
Discover the beauty of Malibu on this 2-hour open-air sightseeing tour along California's legendary Pacific Coast Highway (PCH.). Departing from Santa Monica, you'll enjoy breathta…
Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Experience a one-of-a-kind sightseeing adventure through the famous neighborhoods of Los Angeles on this 5.5-hour VIP-style tour. Starting from the Santa Monica Pier with our fun a…
Approx. 330 minutesView on Viator →Start with the number of days you have, then choose an unhurried, balanced, or fuller pace. Review the suggested route before generating your daily plan. Transport allowances are estimates; confirm services and meeting points before booking.
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