Celebrity Homes Tour
4.9
4.5/5
Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with the Celebrity Homes Tour. Get up close to the residences of A-list celebrities, iconic landmarks, and more. Book now!
About This Tour
- 2 or 3 Hours
- Departs Every Hour
- Daytime Tour
- Live Tour Guide
- Two Departure Options
Get the most out of your time in Los Angeles with this comprehensive tour that passes LA hot spots, famous landmarks, celebrity homes, while looking for Celebrities along the way!
Travel between sites on an open-air bus with interactive narration from your driver-guide that offers great photo opportunities along the way. Highlights include the Hollywood Sign, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverley Hills, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, West Hollywood, and a selection of famous homes and celebrity hotspots. Keep your cameras at the ready you might spot a celebrity!!!
Remember, L.A. traffic is one of a kind – this tour is approximately 2 hours (if you are departing from Santa Monica, then it is about 3.5 hours), with traffic permitting of course! We also strongly recommend checking the weather for the day of your tour & the listed websites for our stops to plan your dress accordingly.
Please arrive 15-minutes prior to your scheduled departure time so the group can depart on time.
Tour Itinerary
This tour departs from two convenient locations, allowing you to choose the starting point that best fits your plans. Depart from the Hollywood Walk of Fame for a 2-hour tour covering Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and the Sunset Strip, or start at the Shore Hotel in Santa Monica for a 3.5-hour experience, which includes additional travel time while still featuring all the same incredible highlights.
Depart From Hollywood: This tour departs hourly every day between 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Depart From Santa Monica: This tour departs twice per day at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
A
Start in Hollywood
Starting your tour off from Hollywood? Excellent choice! Here’s what you can expect to see during your epic Hollywood, LA, and Santa Monica Adventure:
Hollywood
Hollywood, or the "City of Stars", is a densely populated district within the city limits of the City of Los Angeles. It is famous for being at the center of the motion picture and television industry, as well as home to many celebrities. The Hollywood Walk of Fame, located in front of Grauman's Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, features more than 2,400 stars embedded in the sidewalk, each honoring a celebrity who has worked in film and television, with names such as Brad Pitt and Marilyn Monroe. At the heart of Hollywood is Hollywood Boulevard, where numerous shops, clubs, bars and restaurants can be found.
1
The Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a world-famous sidewalk located in Hollywood, California. This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Los Angeles, with millions of people coming each year to see the more than 2,400 stars that have been embedded into the sidewalk. The walk is a tribute to those who have made significant contributions to the entertainment industry, with each star representing a different celebrity.
2
The Hollywood Sign
The Hollywood Sign is a world-famous landmark located in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles. The sign, which originally read "Hollywoodland", was erected in 1923 as an advertisement for a housing development. It has since become an icon of Hollywood and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Los Angeles.
3
Mullholland Drive
Mulholland Drive is a winding road that runs through the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles. It offers stunning views of the city below and is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike.
4
Hollywood Hills
The Hollywood Hills are a range of hills that run along the eastern edge of the city of Los Angeles. The area is home to many celebrities, as well as some of the most stunning views in all of Los Angeles, and is one of Southern California's most breathtaking natural locations.
5
Laurel Canyon
Laurel Canyon is a canyon located in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles. It is home to many celebrities, as well as being a popular spot for hiking and nature lovers. The Laurel Canyon hiking trail is one of the most popular hiking spots in all of Los Angeles, and is a great spot for catching views of the city below.
6
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills is a wealthy neighborhood located in the west side of Los Angeles. It is home to many celebrities, as well as some of the most expensive real estate in the world. The area is also home to Rodeo Drive, one of the most famous shopping districts in all of Los Angeles, and is one of the best spots in all of Southern California to catch celebrities out and about.
7
The Beverly Hills Sign
The Beverly Hills Sign is a world-famous landmark located in Beverly Hills, California. The sign is located on Canon Drive and is often used as a meeting place for celebrities and paparazzi, as well as a backdrop for many Instagram influencers and tourists.
8
15-Minute Stop!
For 15 minutes, we will stop at the Beverly Hills sign, giving you an opportunity to take pictures, use the restroom, and look around.
Rodeo Drive
Rodeo Drive is a famous shopping district located in Beverly Hills, California. It is home to many high-end designer stores, as well as some of the most expensive real estate in all of Los Angeles. The area is also a popular spot for celebrities and paparazzi, as well as tourists who want to catch a glimpse of the rich and famous.
9
West Hollywood
West Hollywood is a neighborhood located in the west side of Los Angeles. It is home to many celebrities, as well as some of the best nightlife in all of Los Angeles. The area is also home to the Sunset Strip, which is a famous stretch of road that is lined with clubs, bars, and restaurants.
10
The Sunset Strip
The Sunset Strip is a famous strip of road located in West Hollywood, California. It is lined with restaurants, bars, and nightclubs that are popular with celebrities. It is also home to celeb-filled events like the Grammy Awards Viewing Party, which takes place every year at The Roxy Theatre on the Sunset Strip.
11
TCL Chinese Theatre
The TCL Chinese Theatre is a world-famous movie theater located in Hollywood, California. The theater is best known for its iconic hand and footprint ceremony, which is where celebrities leave their hand and footprints in cement outside the theater. The theater is also home to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which is a tribute to those who have made significant contributions to the entertainment industry.
12
Dolby Theater
The Dolby Theater is a world-famous theater located in the heart of Hollywood, California. The theater is best known for hosting the annual Academy Awards ceremony, which takes place every year at the theater. It is also home to other events like the American Idol Finale and BeautyCon L.A., which are some of the most important pop culture events in the country. In addition, the theater is a popular destination for tourists who want to catch a glimpse of celebrities and experience some of the best entertainment that Los Angeles has to offer.
13
Famous Landmarks
Hollywood is home to too many famous landmarks to name in one list - the Hollywood Sign, the Dolby Theater, and Rodeo Drive are just a few of the most famous. The neighborhood is also home to many celebrity-owned restaurants, bars, and hotels that are popular with celebrities and tourists alike.
14
Movie & T.V Filming Locations
Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Los Angeles are sprinkled with famous filming locations from your favorite movies and television shows. On our tour, your tour guide will point out buildings, locations, sidewalks, restaurants, and more which have played host to major Hollywood blockbuster movies!
15
Celebrity Homes
Hollywood is filled with celebrities of all kinds, and many of these residents have decided to turn their home into a public tourist attraction! On our tour, you will get an exclusive look at the homes of movie industry professionals.
16
Celebrity Spotting's
We spot celebrities nearly every other day on our tours - so there's a very good chance you'll be able to cross a celebrity sighting off your bucket list! In addition, there will likely be plenty of photo opportunities as well.
17
& Much More!
Hollywood is a truly unique neighborhood that has something for everyone. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, then a Hollywood Bus Tour is a must-do!
18
B
Start in Santa Monica
Want to kick your tour off in Santa Monica? No problem! We’ll start you off in Santa Monica, show you all the sights, and drop you right back off where we started:
Tour Begins at Shore Hotel (Santa Monica)
Your journey begins at the Shore Hotel in Santa Monica, a stylish oceanfront hotel just steps from the beach, offering a perfect starting point for your Hollywood and Beverly Hills adventure.
1
Pico Boulevard
Drive along Pico Boulevard, a major LA thoroughfare known for its mix of local businesses, cultural landmarks, and connections to key districts.
2
Century City
Pass through Century City, home to high-end office towers, entertainment studios, and luxury shopping at the famous Westfield Century City Mall.
3
Wilshire Boulevard
Cruise down Wilshire Boulevard, a historic corridor lined with skyscrapers, museums, and some of the most prestigious real estate in Los Angeles.
4
Rodeo Drive
Drive through Rodeo Drive, one of the world’s most exclusive shopping destinations, where luxury boutiques, designer brands, and celebrity sightings are the norm.
5
Beverly Hills Sign (Stop – 10-15 Minutes)
Take a quick stop at the famous Beverly Hills Sign, the perfect place for a must-have photo to commemorate your visit to one of the most iconic neighborhoods in the world.
Beverly Hills Hotel
See the legendary Beverly Hills Hotel, also known as "The Pink Palace," a longtime celebrity favorite and one of the most famous hotels in Hollywood history.
6
Hollywood Hills & Celebrity Homes
Journey through the Hollywood Hills, home to some of the world’s most famous celebrity mansions and breathtaking views of Los Angeles.
7
Hollywood Sign Overlook (Stop – 10 Minutes)
Stop at a scenic Hollywood Sign overlook, where you can snap the perfect photo of LA’s most iconic landmark while taking in panoramic views of the city.
Mullholland Drive
Mulholland Drive is a winding road that runs through the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles. It offers stunning views of Runyon Canyon, one of the most famous parks and trails in all of Los Angeles, as well as the city below and is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike.
8
Runyon Canyon
A popular hiking spot in Hollywood, Runyon Canyon offers panoramic city views and celebrity sightings. We pass by this iconic park on our tour, giving you a glimpse of one of LA’s favorite outdoor escapes.
9
Hollywood & Highland
Pass through Hollywood & Highland, the entertainment capital of LA, home to the Dolby Theatre, El Capitan Theatre, and the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame.
10
Hollywood Visitor Center (Stop – 30 Minutes)
The TCL Chinese Theatre is a world-famous movie theater located in Hollywood, California. The theater is best known for its iconic hand and footprint ceremony, which is where celebrities leave their hand and footprints in cement outside the theater. The theater is also home to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which is a tribute to those who have made significant contributions to the entertainment industry.
TCL Chinese Theatre
The Dolby Theater is a world-famous theater located in the heart of Hollywood, California. The theater is best known for hosting the annual Academy Awards ceremony, which takes place every year at the theater. It is also home to other events like the American Idol Finale and BeautyCon L.A., which are some of the most important pop culture events in the country. In addition, the theater is a popular destination for tourists who want to catch a glimpse of celebrities and experience some of the best entertainment that Los Angeles has to offer.
11
Dolby Theater
The Dolby Theater is a world-famous theater located in the heart of Hollywood, California. The theater is best known for hosting the annual Academy Awards ceremony, which takes place every year at the theater. It is also home to other events like the American Idol Finale and BeautyCon L.A., which are some of the most important pop culture events in the country. In addition, the theater is a popular destination for tourists who want to catch a glimpse of celebrities and experience some of the best entertainment that Los Angeles has to offer.
12
Famous Landmarks
Hollywood is home to too many famous landmarks to name in one list - the Hollywood Sign, the Dolby Theater, and Rodeo Drive are just a few of the most famous. The neighborhood is also home to many celebrity-owned restaurants, bars, and hotels that are popular with celebrities and tourists alike.
13
Movie & T.V Filming Locations
Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Los Angeles are sprinkled with famous filming locations from your favorite movies and television shows. On our tour, your tour guide will point out buildings, locations, sidewalks, restaurants, and more which have played host to major Hollywood blockbuster movies!
14
Celebrity Spotting's
We spot celebrities nearly every other day on our tours - so there's a very good chance you'll be able to cross a celebrity sighting off your bucket list! In addition, there will likely be plenty of photo opportunities as well.
15
Sunset Strip to San Vicente & Montana Avenue
Follow the iconic Sunset Boulevard before cutting over to San Vicente Boulevard. From there, take Montana Avenue all the way to Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, passing through one of the city’s most upscale shopping and dining districts.
16
Drive straight back to Santa Monica via freeway
Relax on the ride back as we take the freeway straight to Santa Monica, giving you a final glimpse of LA’s diverse cityscape.
17
Tour Ends at Shore Hotel (Santa Monica)
Arrive back at the Shore Hotel, where you can continue your adventure in Santa Monica, from strolling the pier to enjoying the beautiful Pacific coastline.
Celebrity Homes
Here are just a few of the famous celebrity homes we may pass by on the tour, depending on the day:
Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise is a famous actor and film producer. He has starred in many films, including Risky Business (1983), Top Gun (1986), Cocktail (1988), Rain Man (1988) and Born on the Fourth of July (1989).
1
Katy Perry
Katy Perry has had many hit songs over the past few years, including "I Kissed a Girl", "Teenage Dream", and "California Girls". However, she is more than just a singer: she is also an activist. She donates money to help build schools in Africa.
2
Leonardo DiCaprio
Leo DiCaprio is famous for his many roles including the Titanic, "The Great Gatsby" (2013), and "Inception" (2010). His acting career began when he was very young; his first film was Critters 3.
3
Bruno Mars
Bruno Mars is a popular singer and songwriter. He has released several hit songs, including "Treasure", "Locked Out of Heaven", and "Uptown Funk". He has also won numerous awards, including Grammy Awards and American Music Awards.
4
Justin Timberlake
Katy Perry has had many hit songs over the past few years, including "I Kissed a Girl", "Teenage Dream", and "California Girls". However, she is more than just a singer: she is also an activist. She donates money to help build schools in Africa.
5
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley was a singer and actor who rose to fame in the 1950s. He is known for his many hit songs, such as "Hound Dog", "Jailhouse Rock", and "Don't Be Cruel". Elvis also starred in several movies, including Love Me Tender (1956), Speedway (1968), and Viva Las Vegas (1964). Today, Elvis is considered a cultural icon and one of the most influential entertainers of all time.
6
Madonna
Madonna is a singer and songwriter who has been one of the biggest stars in music for decades. She is best known for her hit songs like "Like a Virgin", "Vogue", and "Papa Don't Preach". Madonna has also appeared in several films, including Desperately Seeking Susan (1985), Evita (1996), and A League of Their Own (1992). Today, she continues to make music and is considered a pop culture legend.
7
Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is an actor who has starred in many popular films, including Edward Scissorhands (1990), Sleepy Hollow (1999), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), and Pirates of the Caribbean (2003-2007). He has also won numerous awards, including Golden Globe Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
8
Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe was a famous actress and model who was one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950s. She starred in films like Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), The Seven Year Itch (1955), Some Like It Hot (1959). Today, she is considered one of the most iconic actresses of all time.
9
Quentin Tarantino
Quentin Tarantino is an Oscar-winning director and screenwriter who has released several successful films, including Pulp Fiction (1994), Inglorious Basterds (2009), and Django Unchained (2012). He has won numerous awards for his work and is known for his unique style which often includes nonlinear storytelling.
10
Rihanna
RiRi, as she is often called, is a singer, songwriter, and actress who has had many hit songs over the years. Some of her most popular songs include "Umbrella", "Work", and "Love on the Brain". In addition to her music career, Rihanna is a successful entrepreneur, and she has her own makeup and lingerie lines.
11
Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson was a singer, songwriter, and dancer who was one of the most popular entertainers in the world. He is best known for his hit songs "Billie Jean", "Beat It", and " Thriller". Jackson won numerous awards during his career, including Grammy Awards and American Music Awards. He is considered to be one of the greatest artists of all time.
12
& Possibly Many More!
In addition to the above celebrities who have residences in Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Los Angeles, on our tour we may also have the opportunity to drive by a few more famous homes - so keep your eyes peeled, you never know who you might see! Some of the other celebrities who live in Los Angeles include: Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, Drew Carey, Shaquille O'Neal, Steven Spielberg, Adam Levine, Rob Gronkowski, and many, many more.
13
Benefits Of This Tour
Experience Hollywood in a way that goes beyond the ordinary. This Celebrity Homes Tour is meticulously designed to offer a comprehensive and engaging experience that combines sightseeing, celebrity spotting, and cultural exploration. Whether you’re a tourist looking to make the most of your trip or a local interested in rediscovering Hollywood, this tour has something for everyone.
Photo Ops
Don’t just see Hollywood—capture it. This tour offers numerous photo opportunities at iconic landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Beverly Hills Sign, and Rodeo Drive. These are moments you’ll want to share!
Expert Guides
Our guides are local experts who not only know the routes but also have the inside scoop on where celebrities are likely to be spotted. Their interactive narration adds a layer of depth to your experience.
Flexibility
Everyone’s schedule is different, which is why this tour departs every hour from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Whether you’re an early bird or prefer to explore in the afternoon, you’ll find a time that works for you!
Choose Your Departure Location: Hollywood or Santa Monica!
With two convenient starting locations, you can begin your journey from either Hollywood or Santa Monica—whichever fits your plans best:
Want To Make This A V.I.P. Private Tour?
Elevate your experience with a VIP private tour. For personalized routes and a more intimate setting, call (323) 915-1889 to book your private tour.
