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City Sightseeing Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Explore Los Angeles at your own pace with the 2-Day Adventure Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, complete with an informative audio guide. Visit top attractions and hop on and off at your convenience for a flexible, fun sightseeing experience.

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Soak in the sun and the star-studded streets of Los Angeles aboard a classic Hop-On Hop-Off double-decker bus tour, the perfect way to explore the city’s most iconic neighborhoods and attractions. Cruise through Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach, enjoying the flexibility to hop off and explore wherever you choose.


With engaging audio commentary available in multiple languages, you'll learn fascinating facts and local stories about L.A.’s history, film legacy, and cultural hotspots. Choose from three pass options to match your itinerary—whether you're in town for a day or planning a multi-day adventure. Sit back on the open-air top deck, feel the breeze, and let the vibrant energy of California roll by.


From the Hollywood Walk of Fame to the Santa Monica Pier, this tour offers the ultimate introduction to the City of Angels, combining convenience, comfort, and scenic sightseeing all in one.

  • Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: Explore LA at your own pace with flexible hop-on hop-off access.
  • Multiple Routes: Choose from Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach.
  • Ticket Options: Available in 1-day, 2-day, or 3-day formats.
  • Convenient Access: Includes all tour routes and shuttle services.

Itinerary

  • Dolby Theatre

    Stop 1 - Starline Tour Kiosk on the Walk of Fame

  • Guitar Center

    Stop 2 - Guitar Center “Rock Walk” (in front of Guitar Center)

  • Laugh Factory

    Stop 3 - Chateau Marmont/Laugh Factory

  • The Comedy Store

    Stop 4 - Sunset Strip' Comedy Store

  • Whisky a Go Go

    Stop 5 - across the street from the London Hotel

  • Chase Bank

    Stop 6 - outside Chase Bank by Robertson Blvd.

  • Beverly Hills Courthouse

    Stop 7 - behind the Beverly Hills Courthouse

  • Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles At Beverly Hills

    Stop 8 - Four Seasons Hotel entrance

  • Beverly Center

    Stop 9 - opposite of the Sofitel Hotel

  • Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

    Stop 10 - 6th & Fairfax (Academy Awards, La Brea Tar Pits/ Peterson Museums)

  • Farmers Market Place

    Stop 11 - Farmers Market & The Grove

  • The Hobbyist LA

    Stop 12 - Melrose District

  • Pink's Hot Dogs

    Stop 13 - in front of the Golden Apple Comics

  • Paramount Pictures Studio Tour

    Stop 14 - outside of Sophie Seat Designs

  • Hollywood Pantages Theatre

    Stop 15 - in front of the Pantages Theatre (Walk of Fame)
  • Operating Schedule
    Red Route Departures - Stop #1 "Dolby Theatre (Home of the Oscars)" at 6801 Hollywood Blvd. every 45min - 1 hour from 10:00am (last departure at 4:30pm). Download the free 'CitySightseeing LA' app for the route map, timetables and live bus tracking.
    Duration
    2 hours
    Points Of Interest
    TCL Chinese Theatres
    Dolby Theatre
    Hollywood Walk of Fame
    Sunset Strip
    Rodeo Drive
    Melrose Avenue
    Los Angeles County Museum of Art
    La Brea Tar Pits and Museum
    The Original Farmers Market
    The Grove
    Pantages Theatre

  • Santa Monica Pier

    Stop 57 - outside the Shore Hotel

  • Downtown Santa Monica

    Stop 59 - outside the California Pizza Kitchen

  • Lovesac

    Stop 60 - Shopping Center - 1306 Montana Ave

  • Brentwood Country Mart

    Stop 61 - Brentwood Country Mart

  • IPIC Theaters

    Stop 63 - Westwood, UCLA, Hammer Museum

  • The Beverly Hilton

    Stop 64 - at the bus pull-in on Wilshire Blvd

  • Beverly Hills Courthouse

    Stop 7 - behind the Beverly Hills Courthouse

  • The Beverly Hilton

    Stop 51 - vehicle entrance on Santa Monica Blvd

  • Fairmont Century Plaza

    Stop 52 - Fairmont Century Plaza

  • 10831 W Pico Blvd

    Stop 54 - outside the Guitar Center

  • Santa Monica College

    Stop 55 - east of 17th St., Santa Monica College

  • South Beach Park

    Stop 83 - Venice Beach (next to Sightseeing Sign)

  • Santa Monica Walk-In Visitor Information Center

    Stop 78 - outside the Visitor Information Center
  • Operating Schedule
    Yellow Route Departures - Stop #57 Santa Monica Pier at 1515 Ocean Ave. every 45min - 1 hour from 9:30am (last departure at 4:13pm). Download the free 'CitySightseeing LA' app for the route map, timetables and live bus tracking.
    Duration
    2 hours
    Points Of Interest
    Rodeo Drive
    Annenberg Space for Photography
    Santa Monica Pier
    Third Street Promenade
    University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
    Hammer Museum
    Westfield Century City
    Venice Beach

  • Dolby Theatre

    Stop 1 - Starline Tour Kiosk on the Walk of Fame

  • Engine Co. No. 28

    Stop 31 - Restaurant Engine Co. No. 28

  • The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los Angeles

    Stop 32 - Westin Bonaventure Hotel

  • Walt Disney Concert Hall

    Stop 33 - outside the Disney Concert Hall

  • Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels

    Stop 34 - outside the train station, between 1st and Temple

  • Chinatown Plaza

    Stop 35 - Central Plaza

  • Chinatown Plaza

    Stop 36 - Shopping Malls

  • Olvera Street

    Stop 37 - Olvera Street, Union Station

  • Little Tokyo

    Stop 38 - outside the Japanese American Museum

  • Grand Central Market

    Stop 39 - in front of the Wedding Chapel

  • Los Angeles Central Library

    Stop 40 - across from the Biltmore Hotel

  • The Jewelry District

    Stop 41 - outside the Los Angles Theatre

  • Fashion District LA

    Stop 42 - Santee Alley, across the Hoxton Hotel

  • Los Angeles Convention Center

    Stop 43 - Convention Center, 1248 S. Fig. St.

  • E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel

    Stop 44 - Crypto.com Area / Grammy Museum
  • Operating Schedule
    Purple Route Departures - Stop #1 "Dolby Theatre (Home of the Oscars)" at 6801 Hollywood Blvd. - 10:00am / 10:45am / 11:45am / 1:10pm / 2:00pm / 3:00pm. Download the free 'CitySightseeing LA' app for the route map, timetables and live bus tracking.
    Duration
    2 hours
    Points Of Interest
    Walt Disney Concert Hall
    Cathedral Of Our Lady Of The Angels
    Chinatown
    Calle Olvera
    Union Station
    Little Tokyo
    Grand Central Market
    Bradbury Building
    Fashion District
    Los Angeles Convention Center
    GRAMMY Museum
    Downtown

  • Dolby Theatre

    Stop 1 - Starline Tour Kiosk on the Walk of Fame

  • Universal Studios Hollywood

    Stop 22 - Universal Studios Hollywood City Walk

  • Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

    Stop 23 - Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City

  • Sheraton Universal Hotel

    Stop 24 - Sheraton Universal Hotel

  • The Garland

    Stop 25 - Garland Hotel
  • Operating Schedule
    Blue Line Departures - Stop #1 "Dolby Theatre (Home of the Oscars)" at 6801 Hollywood Blvd. - 10:00am / 11:00am / 12:00am / 1:30pm / 2:30pm / 3:30pm/ 4:30pm. Download the free 'CitySightseeing LA' app for the route map, timetables and live bus tracking.
    Duration
    1 hours
    Points Of Interest
    Universal Studios Hollywood
    Hollywood Walk of Fame
    El Capitan Theatre
    Dolby Theatre
    TCL Chinese Theatres

What's included

INCLUDED

Freedom to hop on and off at your preferred stops
Explore all routes
Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi on board
40+ stops, featuring iconic landmarks and gems
Panoramic views from our double-decker open-top bus
Multilingual audio commentary via souvenir earbuds

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Additional information

Operating Hours

Tour Start: You may begin the tour at any designated stop along the route.

Tour Duration: Approx. 2 hours (loop time, not including time spent at stops)


Hollywood Tour: Runs daily from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with buses running approximately every 45 minutes.

Santa Monica Tour: Runs daily from 9:30 AM to 4:13 PM, with a frequency of about 45 minutes.

LA Downtown Tour: Runs at specific times: 10:00 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, 1:10 PM, and 2:00 PM.


Stop 7 serves as the transfer point between routes, and buses will wait there for you to transfer if you wish. On Sundays, Stop 7 moves to 444 Rexford Drive, outside Kelly's Coffee.

Please note that there is no service on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.

Must Know

Audio Guide Languages: Available in German, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish


Hop-On Hop-Off Format:

  • Flexible boarding — explore Los Angeles at your own pace
  • Hop on or off at any official stop
  • Listen to audio commentary as you travel through iconic neighborhoods and landmarks
Child Policy
  • Adult Ticket: Ages 12–100
  • Child Ticket: Ages 3–11
  • Infants under 3: May join free of charge but must be seated on a lap
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible buses
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
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Cancellation Policy

A full refund will be processed if cancelled at least 2 days before your selected activity date. No refunds can be issued if cancelled less than 2 days before your selected activity date.

Voucher Use
  • Present your mobile or printed voucher at any of the ticket redemption locations listed above.
  • Once activated, you may board at any stop on the route.
Voucher Redemption Address
  • Hollywood: 1738 N Orange Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90028
  • Santa Monica: 1515 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401
  • Downtown LA: 644 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90017

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Location

Address
6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA

Provider

Starline Tours of Hollywood

Frequently asked questions

What are the operating hours for the City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
The City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus typically operates from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with buses running every 30 minutes. However, it's advisable to check the official website for any seasonal changes.
How long is the duration of the full loop?
The full loop of the City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus takes approximately 2 hours without any stops. However, the total time may vary depending on traffic and the number of stops made.
Can I bring luggage or large bags on the bus?
Yes, you can bring luggage or large bags on the bus, but space is limited. It's recommended to travel light to ensure a comfortable experience for all passengers.
Is the audio guide available in multiple languages?
Yes, the audio guide is available in several languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and more. You can select your preferred language using the provided headphones.
Are there any specific stops that are recommended for first-time visitors?
Yes, some recommended stops for first-time visitors include Hollywood Boulevard, the Griffith Observatory, Santa Monica Pier, and the Getty Center. Each stop offers unique attractions and experiences.
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