ANAHEIM ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Design Your Own LA: A Private Hollywood, Beach & Beverly Hills Day from Anaheim
A fully customizable, private sightseeing day that lets you pick iconic Los Angeles stops—Hollywood, Venice Beach, Beverly Hills and more—while a local guide handles logistics.
Design Your Own LA: A Private Hollywood, Beach & Beverly Hills Day from Anaheim.
Adventure brief
Design Your Own LA: A Private Hollywood, Beach & Beverly Hills Day from Anaheim
From Anaheim you can escape into the mosaic of Los Angeles — the glitz of Hollywood, the bohemian edge of Venice Beach, the manicured glamour of Beverly Hills — all on a private, guide-led day built around the places you want to see.
Discover Southern California like never before with the Private Tour: Make Your Own LA & Hollywood Tour, offered by The Anaheim Tour Company. This exclusive experience lets you customize your itinerary to spotlight iconic landmarks such as Hollywood Boulevard, Venice Beach, and Beverly Hills. Travel comfortably in a private shuttle while your dedicated guide shares insider tips and stories behind each destination. Over the course of five immersive hours, visitors can explore vibrant art districts, famous theaters, and scenic waterfronts, all tailored to personal interests. Whether you’re a film buff, a foodie, or just eager to experience LA’s culture and charm, this private tour offers a flexible, intimate way to craft unforgettable memories. You’ll get off the beaten path to discover hidden cafés and local favorites, making this more than just sightseeing—it’s your personalized adventure through one of the world’s most iconic cities.
Route Schematic
Typical Stops & Flow
Choose stops from classic LA landmarks and neighborhoods; below are common options and what you can expect to see or do at each.
TCL Chinese Theatre & Walk of Fame (Hollywood Boulevard)
Check celebrity handprints and footprints at the Chinese Theatre and stroll Hollywood Boulevard to find Walk of Fame stars; suggested time ~30 minutes for the theatre and an additional 30 minutes if you want to browse particular stars.
Hollywood Sign Viewpoints
Your guide will attempt to get the closest legal view possible of the 45‑ft Hollywood Sign, subject to local traffic and police restrictions; allow about 15–20 minutes.
Venice Beach Boardwalk
See Muscle Beach, street performers and eclectic shops along the boardwalk; suggested time 20 minutes or more depending on how much you want to explore.
Santa Monica Pier
Historic pier with rides and games; the pier is the endpoint of Route 66 and typically requires at least 35–45 minutes to take in the attractions.
Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills
Three blocks of high‑end boutiques and hotels for window shopping or reservation‑required entries into select designer stores; suggested time 20–30 minutes or longer for shopping.
Optional: Griffith Observatory or California Science Center
Visit Griffith Observatory for city and sign views (and optional planetarium shows) or see the Space Shuttle Endeavour at the California Science Center (IMAX and other exhibits may carry extra fees).
Routes are customizable but subject to local traffic, police controls and opening times; your guide will adapt the day to legal access and current conditions.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a guided, private day with a vehicle and a plan tailored to you: pick a list of sights, set suggested durations for each stop and let a local guide string them together into a 5+ hour route that keeps you moving between Hollywood glamour, beachfront people‑watching and Beverly Hills polish.
THE ROUTE
Hollywood Icons & Walkable Moments
Stand where premiers happen at the TCL Chinese Theatre, find favorite stars on the Walk of Fame and snap photos of the Hollywood Sign from the closest legal viewpoints — suggested stop times start around 30 minutes for the Chinese Theatre and 15–20 minutes for sign views.
THE BEACHES
Venice & Santa Monica: Boardwalks and Ferris Wheels
Experience Venice’s offbeat street performers and Muscle Beach, then head to Santa Monica Pier — the historic endpoint of Route 66 — for rides, games and a waterfront stroll; plan at least 20 minutes in Venice and 35–45 minutes for the pier.
THE LUXURY
Rodeo Drive & Beverly Hills Window‑Shopping
Drive or stroll the three blocks of Rodeo Drive where international boutiques cluster; allow 20–30 minutes for a quick walk-through or more time if you plan to shop (some designer stores require advance reservations).
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this private, customizable day.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tours run Monday through Saturday; the experience is designed as a 5+ hour private outing — choose your start time when you book so your guide can sequence your requested stops.
Bring comfortable shoes for short walks, sun protection for beaches and a camera; plan for meals on your own at suggested dining spots such as Carney’s Train Car, The Grove/Farmers Market or In‑n‑Out Burger.
Book your tour to reserve both your guide and the tour vehicle; specify must‑see stops in advance so the operator can create an itinerary that fits your wishes within the 100‑mile radius from Anaheim.
Basic tour time is 5+ hours; some attractions have additional fees — for example, the California Science Center’s IMAX movie carries an approximately $10 per person charge and the Griffith Observatory planetarium show has an additional fee (listed at about $8 per person).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
This private tour is offered as a 5+ hour experience.
What days is the tour available?
Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Can I choose where we go?
Yes — you can customize the itinerary and pick sights within 100 miles of Anaheim; tell the operator your must‑see stops when you book.
Are there extra costs during the tour?
Some attractions carry additional fees (for example, the IMAX at the California Science Center is about $10 per person and the Griffith planetarium show is listed at about $8 per person); dining and certain boutique entries or reservations may also incur separate charges.
How do I reserve a guide and vehicle?
Book the tour to reserve your guide and tour vehicle, and communicate your desired stops so the operator can create a matched itinerary.
Can we get close to the Hollywood Sign?
Guides will attempt to get you the closest legal view possible, but access is controlled by local police and the guide will keep views within legal limits.
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