Venice Beach

Culture & history

Welcome to the ultimate adventure through the City of Angels, where the magic of Los Angeles awaits you. Are you a movie buff, beach lover, or history enthusiast? We've got you covered! Explore the magic of Los Angeles hassle-free with CitySightseeing Hop-on, Hop-off Tour. Three diverse routes, one unbeatable price: Three Routes in One Price: - Red Route: Dive into Hollywood and Beverly Hills' glamour. - Purple Route: Immerse in Downtown LA's culture. - Yellow Route: Enjoy coastal bliss in Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Freedom to Explore: Hop-on and hop-off 40+ stops with buses every 45 minutes to 1 hour. Each route is approximately 2 hours long, offering ample time to discover. Pass Options: - 1-Day Classic: Quick and immersive LA experience. - 2-Day Adventure: Leisurely exploration at your pace. - 3-Day Premium: Best value for an extensive adventure. Two Routes Daily: Please note: You can explore a maximum of two routes in one day, ensuring you have quality time at each stop. Audio Commentary: Enjoy prerecorded audio commentary in nine languages, adding depth to your journey. Book Now and experience LA like a star as you create unforgettable moments. Join us for a Hollywood story, timeless memories, and the magic of Los Angeles!

Meet your guide at Venice Beach, one of the most famous and lively beaches in California. Take part in a 2-hour group surfing lesson which is ideal for everyone from beginners (even first timers!) to upper intermediate levels.  Start the lesson by getting geared up with the wetsuits and surfboards. Head down to the sand with your group of 5-6 fellow students. Spend the first 30-40 minutes training on the beach and learning all the important aspects of surfing. Your professional certified instructors will teach you how to pop up on the board, educate you about the ocean and end the land lesson with the most important part - safety. After that, enjoy 40 minutes with an instructor(s) in the ocean getting coaching and helpful pushes. The remaining time will be yours to practice your skills and have fun in the water. After the class, an instructor will lead you to an outdoor public shower where you will be able to rinse off. Don't worry about your belongings, as you will be able to leave everything locked in the surf school van. 

Enjoy a stress-free tour of LA with expert tour guides who will ensure you have an entertaining and educational day. Begin the tour in Santa Monica where you'll have the opportunity to explore the Santa Monica Pier. Your first stop will be Venice Beach, home of LA's skateboarding and surf culture. You will then be driven along Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards on your way to the ritzy Beverly Hills, where you will be given the opportunity to window shop for 30-minutes on Rodeo Drive.  Enjoy lunch at the Farmers' Market at The Grove (1 hour) - with hundreds of options to please everyone from the adventurous foodie to kids. You will then be whisked to Griffith Park where you will receive VIP curbside service and experience the best views of LA and the Hollywood Sign. Finally, try to spot the stars of your favorite Hollywood celebrities as you walk down the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Start your tour at Mother's Beach. Your guide will provide information about the local environment and marine life, kayaking/paddle-boarding techniques, and safety while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of Los Angeles boaters realm. Then board your kayaks and paddle towards the main channel of the Marina. On the way, observe the beautiful and extraordinary boats. Begin your search for sea lions, birds, dolphins, and other marine life.

Take in Venice Beach, Santa Monica, and the iconic Hollywood sign in classic Hollywood glamour on a city tour in a glamorous red Ferrari. Choose to either drive or take a back seat as you spin past Los Angeles' most iconic landmarks. Start your tour near the Hollywood Walk of Fame and hop in the Ferrari for the ride of your life. Whether you choose to drive or ride, you'll be accompanied by a tour guide/instructor throughout the tour. For the 20-minute tour, focus on areas around West Hollywood including Dolby Theatre, TLC Theatre, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and lively entertainment around Hollywood. For the 30-minute tour, get to experience higher-up, beautiful views of Los Angeles from the mountainsides. If seeing the Hollywood Sign is on your bucket list, choose the 50-minute tour for a drive right up to the sign with no windows or obstructed views. Stop for a quick photo op before returning to Hollywood. On the 75-minute tour, explore the mega-mansions and luxury stores where the stars live and shop. On the 4-hour tour, explore the city's best beaches until you find the perfect place for you and your group to relax. Some of the beach choices include, but are not limited to, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, and Muscle Beach.

Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this self-guided bike ride that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Our Cannondale hybrid bikes are hybrids between comfort and performance and are excellent for riders of all ages and skill levels. Explore West Los Angeles the way locals do and take in the vibrant Marvin Braude Bike Trail, Main Street, and other favorite biking areas. This is a fun, family-friendly way to explore a gorgeous area! We offer bikes for everyone, including eBikes, Kids Bikes and Tandems. Additionally, we have tag-a-longs and toddler trailers available for families. Upgrade to a pedal assist eBike (13+) to boost your ride!

You will be picked up directly from your hotel in Anaheim, Long Beach, San Pedro, LAX area, Marina Del Ray, Hawthorn, or El Segundo. During the tour, you'll visit Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles Colosseum, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign, Griffith Park Observatory, Sunset Plaza, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica Beach, and Venice Beach. There will be free time at each of the stops and you'll be able to get out of the tour van to take pictures, shop, and explore. For lunch, there will be an hour-long stop at Mel's Diner on Sunset Boulevard, a popular 1950s-style diner. After the tour, you'll be dropped back at your hotel between 4:30 and 5:00 PM.

This full-day narrated sightseeing tour is your ticket to experiencing the best of LA. Begin your tour with a pickup from your Disneyland area hotel between 8-8:30 AM. Sit back and relax in your air-conditioned van and get ready to discover some of LA's must-see attractions. Dive into the heart of the city, where you'll discover the eclectic mix of historic architecture and modern skyscrapers, including the Staples Center and the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall. Get up close to the world-famous Hollywood Sign and enjoy breathtaking views of the city from Griffith Observatory, a backdrop to countless films. Cruise down the legendary Sunset Strip, known for its music history, and then experience the luxury of Rodeo Drive, where upscale shopping and celebrity sightings await. Savor local flavors and shop for unique treasures at the Original Farmers Market, a historic Los Angeles landmark. Stroll along the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, where the stars underfoot honor the entertainment industry's brightest talents. Feel the coastal breeze at Santa Monica Pier and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the beach, with its inviting waters and bustling boardwalk. Explore the eclectic culture of Venice Beach, from its street performers to the famous Muscle Beach outdoor gym. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Marina del Rey, one of the largest man-made small-boat harbors in the world. At the end of the tour, get dropped off back at your pickup point.

Experience a fully private surf lesson which is great for people who have always wanted to learn to surf or who just want to improve their surf game.  Even first-timers are welcome to join and with a private tour, you'll be able to learn at your own pace.  Learn from your professional certified instructor, who will help make you more comfortable on the surfboard and in the water. This lesson will meet in the world famous Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach or Redondo/ Torrance Beach where people of all ages gather to enjoy the beautiful Southern California sun and surf. Before your lesson, get outfitted with a wet suit and surfboard before heading down to the beach. Depending on your level, either go straight to the line up with the instructor or have an extended training session on the sand as you learn all the important aspects of surfing. Your instructor will teach you how to pop up on the board, educate you about the ocean and end the land lesson with the most important part - safety. After that, spend the remaining time with the instructor in the ocean. After the class, follow the instructor to an outdoor public shower where you will be able to rinse off. This private lesson can be booked for 1 or 2 people and basic swimming skills are required in order to join. You don't need to worry about your belongings, which will be securely stored in the locked surf school van. If you've always been interested in surfing and you prefer a private, customized experience, then this is the lesson for you!

Embark on a full-day guided tour of Los Angeles and see the sights from Hollywood Boulevard to Beverly Hills, and the beaches. Sit back and relax on board a comfortable van/mini bus and listen to insightful commentary from your tour guide. After being picked up from the Long Beach Cruise Terminal or the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal (Port of San Pedro) at 9:00 am in the morning,( along with your luggage), make your way to Exposition Park and see the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the first stadium to have hosted the Summer Olympic Games twice, in 1932 and 1984. Next, drive through Downtown Los Angeles and admire historic buildings, striking architecture, and cultural attractions. Continue past Griffith Park Observatory, a popular tourist attraction with an excellent view of the Hollywood Sign and an extensive array of space and science-related displays. Arrive at the iconic Walk of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard. Marvel at well-known highlights in the area, including Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the Kodak Theater, where the Oscars take place, and the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Stop for lunch (not included) at Mel’s Diner for the ultimate 1950s dining experience and see where George Lucas filmed scenes for American Graffiti. Slip into the world of the rich and famous as you drive past the exclusive boutiques of Rodeo Drive and Wilshire Blvd in Beverly Hills. Then, drive to Santa Monica Beach along America’s most famous cross-country highway. After taking in the views at Santa Monica, head to Venice Beach and see the iconic boardwalk with its busy boutiques, street performers, artists, and fortune tellers. You have the option of being dropped off at the following locations at the end of this tour: Back to the Cruise Terminal (5:00 pm), LAX Airport (4:00 to 4:30 pm), or any hotel in Long Beach, San Pedro, LAX area or Santa Monica.