Hop-on Hop-off Tours Los Angeles

Big Bus: Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Double-decker bus on Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Tour passing by the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Double-decker bus on Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Tour passing by iconic city landmarks.

Double-decker bus on Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Tour passing by palm trees and city buildings.

Immerse yourself in Hollywood's sparkle on a 1 or 2-day hop-on-hop-off journey along Los Angeles' scenic Pacific coast.

Highlights

Welcome to LA, where palm trees wave like paparazzi! Grab your shades and hop aboard the bus for 1 or 2 days of unlimited sightseeing.
Your LA adventure comes with 2 routes and 16 stops and the buses scheduled every 30 to 40 mins take you from Tinseltown to beaches, and more.
Upgrade for the tea and cruise by celeb mansions in a Mercedes or strut into TCL Chinese Theatre on a guided walking tour like an A-lister.
Uncover Hollywood secrets with a 3-language audio guide on those open-top double-decker buses – think of it as your stylish sidekick.
From Walk of Fame to Santa Monica's paradise, we've got the hottest stops in town! Time to choose your own LA adventure.

Inclusions

1 or 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
Access to Red & Blue Routes
2-hour celebrity homes tour (based on option selected)
30-min TCL Chinese Theatre guided walking tour (based on option selected)
Bike rental offer: book 1 hour, get 1 hour free or $5 off (based on option selected)
Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish & Mandarin (on the bus)
Complimentary earphones
Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Norberto

5/5

Dec, 2024

We knew the most important and outstanding points of the city, very clear information, punctual schedules, everything was excellent!

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Donald

5/5

Sep, 2024

Every bus ran on time. The drivers were all friendly and very helpful with every question we had for them.

Maria

4/5

Jun, 2024

It was a nice trip, I liked the audios, and the coordination between the red and blue line.

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Molly

5/5

Feb, 2024

It was fun and easy. We really enjoyed our experience

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Routes & schedule

With so much to do in Los Angeles, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with choices! But not with this tour. You’ll be prepped with a multilingual audio guide that will take you to all the most iconic spots in Los Angeles. Drive by the Hollywood sign, take a stroll over the Walk of Fame, or pick up souvenirs at the Rodeo Drive shopping area!

Hollywood Loop - Red Route

Take the Red Route to experience the glitz and glamour of locations like the Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills, and Sunset Strip. With 12 convenient stops, you can jump off and on at will, giving you the freedom to discover California's iconic landmarks at your leisure.

Schedule

First bus: 10am from stop #1 (Big Bus Visitor Center Hollywood)
Last bus: 4:30pm from stop #1 (Big Bus Visitor Center Hollywood)
Frequency: Every 30 to 45 mins
Popular stops: TCL Chinese Theatre, West Hollywood, Beverly Gardens Park

Beach Loop - Blue Route

Journey through the Blue Route for a quintessential California experience, whisking you off to sunny Santa Monica with its stunning beaches. Explore iconic spots like Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade, Venice Beach, Muscle Beach, Marina Del Rey, and more.

Schedule

First bus: 10:45am from Beverly Gardens Park
Last bus: 3:15pm from Beverly Gardens Park
Frequency: 5-6 busses a day
Popular stops: Santa Monica Pier, Venice Boardwalk, Santa Monica Beach

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Celebrity homes tour

Explore the lives of stars on the Celebrity Homes Tour. Discover where icons like Michael Jackson, Madonna, Marilyn Monroe, Paul Walker, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Kylie Jenner, and more live and work.

Schedule

Bus departure: 11am, 1:30pm, 4pm from stop #1 (Big Bus Visitor Center Hollywood)
Frequency: Thrice a day
Duration: 2 hours

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep in mind luggage is not allowed on the hop-on hop-off tour. Pack wisely!
Keep in mind food & beverages and smoking are not allowed on the celebrity homes tour. Pack wisely!
Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for the celebrity homes tour.

Accessibility

The hop-on hop-off buses (except upper decks) are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
The celebrity home tours experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

The hop-on hop-off tour is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets like walking tours, celebrity home tours and bike rental offers will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Carry your E-voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.