SANTA MONICA BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Cruise the Hills and Walk the Stars: A 3.5‑Hour Open‑Air Tour from Santa Monica
An open-air, 3.5-hour sightseeing bus that departs from Santa Monica and threads Hollywood, the Sunset Strip and Beverly Hills—ideal for spotting celebrity homes, legendary filming locations and a self-guided Walk of Fame.
Cruise the Hills and Walk the Stars: A 3.5‑Hour Open‑Air Tour from Santa Monica.
This compact Los Angeles loop is an open-air, 3.5-hour bus tour that begins and ends on the coast at Santa Monica and pushes inland through Hollywood, the Hollywood Hills, the Sunset Strip, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. A lively driver-guide narrates behind-the-scenes stories while passengers admire celebrity homes from the bus, pause for photos at Rodeo Drive and the Beverly Hills sign, and receive a complimentary self-guided Hollywood Walk of Fame walking tour for further exploration.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
From Coastline to Celebrity Streets
The route threads Santa Monica with Hollywood's avenues and the Sunset Strip, routing through the Hollywood Hills and West Hollywood before sweeping into Beverly Hills—giving a concise view of the LA neighborhoods that define the entertainment city.
Celebrity Homes, Filming Locations and Rodeo Drive
Expect curbside views of celebrity residences and legendary filming locations plus a photo stop at Rodeo Drive and the Beverly Hills sign—luxury boutiques and star-lined streets are focal points of the drive.
Guided Narration and a Self-Guided Walk of Fame
A lively driver-guide provides live commentary on Hollywood history while the ticket also includes a complimentary self-guided Hollywood Walk of Fame walking tour you can use at your own pace.
What the day feels like
How the Tour Feels
You board an open-air bus and spend 3.5 hours cruising landmark streets as commentary fills in Hollywood lore; the flow alternates between slow, photo-ready drives past celebrity homes and short on-foot moments—most notably the Walk of Fame—so you get a mix of panorama and close-up culture in a single outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should make other plans.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs 3.5 hours.
Check-in is at 7044 Hollywood Blvd, LA, CA, 90028; the tour departs from and returns to Santa Monica Pier as part of the itinerary.
Bring a smartphone if you want to use the complimentary multilingual app (available in 11 languages); staff will assist with downloading and logging in during check-in. Comfortable shoes, sun protection and a camera are recommended for photo stops and the self-guided Walk of Fame.
The tour is not ADA accessible; travelers with mobility needs should plan accordingly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Hollywood Sightseeing & Celebrity Homes Tour?
The tour lasts 3.5 hours.
Where do I check in for the tour?
Check-in is at 7044 Hollywood Blvd, LA, CA, 90028; the overall itinerary begins and ends at Santa Monica Pier.
Will I be able to see celebrity homes?
Yes — the open-air bus cruises past celebrity residences and legendary filming locations, with photo-ready views from the vehicle.
Is the tour accessible to travelers with mobility needs?
No. The tour is not ADA accessible.
Is any walking included?
The ticket includes a complimentary self-guided Hollywood Walk of Fame walking tour and the operator assists with setup during check-in so you can explore at your own pace.
Are guide narration and other languages available?
A lively driver-guide provides live commentary; the operator also offers a free multilingual app in 11 languages to supplement the tour (staff will help with app download at check-in).