Top Los Angeles Historical Tours - page 3

If you want to truly understand LA, you need to visit downtown. This is where it all began! Over 3 hours, you'll learn so much about LA and the downtown area. We'll discuss history, architecture, food, city planning, shopping, art, and more! Guests frequently walk away from the tour amazed by how much they underestimated downtown LA. This tour focuses on a few major parts of DTLA. We will cover the Historic Core, Little Tokyo, the Civic Center, and Bunker Hill. These areas will give you a deeper understanding of how much variety there is in downtown. Every block in downtown has its own unique feel. In Little Tokyo, you'll get to try traditional Japanese sweets from a family owned confectioner that has been around since 1903! This is the only tour in LA that visits this legendary institution. See LA in a Day offers the best walking tours in LA, heavily researched and delivered by guides with a passion for sharing the city they call home. See you on the tour!

On our Hollywood Tour, we will travel through the city on a vintage Trolley Bus, experiencing the sights, sounds and charm of Los Angeles in a unique and nostalgic way. Our Trolley Bus is a restored piece of history, with its classic design, tufted seats and brass details, it will transport you back in time as we take you on a journey through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. A one of a kind sightseeing tour in Hollywood. Our experienced tour guide will provide interesting facts and anecdotes about the city’s history, culture and architecture, making this tour a fun and educational experience for all ages. So come and join us for a journey through time and discover Los Angeles in a new and exciting way on The Parlor Car. One of the most luxurious Hollywood tours around.

Discover several of Los Angeles' glitziest, most star-studded neighborhoods, and enjoy a stress-free way to explore, on this small-group tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Pick from multiple daily tour times, meet right on Hollywood Boulevard, and hop aboard your vehicle. You'll see the Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, the Capitol Records Building, and more—and will have plenty of chances to capture photos en route.

Learn all the haunted secrets of LA on this night tour where you’ll learn about the ghosts who inhibit Hollywood. This is a group tour, so you’ll keep costs down and meet some new friends along the way, too. As you hunt for ghosts, you’ll pass by several LA landmarks, and learn all about them from your guide, too.

⚈ Start and Finish Tour on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Follow your Experienced Guide with great photos of you/group with the Hollywood Sign. Fully narrated to share the fascinating History and Future of Tinsel Town. Visit Film Locations and Historic Architecture. This experience is designed to take you safely around the crowds to see all the Famous Sites in the Hollywood and Highland area where the Oscars, American Idol, and many other events are held at the Dolby Theatre. Safe and Fun everyone like couples, friends, families, groups and team-building. Large Groups contact ahead for Offer and Custom Times. Parking available at LIVE Nation Building and Dolby Theatre. See more Photos and Videos of Tour on IG: HollywoodTours You can Park at Same Building for a small daily fee.

Explore Los Angeles’ vibrant past and glamorous downtown on a walking tour through the heart of the city. See the murals and vaulted ceiling at Union Station, browse souvenirs as you stroll historic Olvera Street, then visit the concert halls, cathedral, and park that have reenergized Downtown L.A. See the site of the Angels' Flight funicular, which once ferried Los Angeles’ elite into the city’s most sought after neighborhood.

Explore downtown Los Angeles on a 2-hour small-group bike tour through the city. Begin at the 100-year-old Grand Central Market and pedal past Chinatown, Union Station, City Hall, the Central Library, and many more landmarks. Take in the sights on this leisurely ride and stop for photos along the way before ending the tour back at Grand Central Market.

Exclusive E-Bike Tour that offers a truly remarkable experience, showcasing two of Los Angeles' most iconic landmarks: the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Park Observatory. Your Experienced Tour Guide Scott takes you on a captivating journey through the renowned Hollywood Hills, where you'll discover both famous and hidden locations, immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of this vibrant neighborhood. Fully narrated private tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore the Hollywood Hills at your own pace, following easy custom routes that lead to the awe-inspiring Griffith Park Observatory. Along the way, you'll pass by film locations, celebrity homes, and other notable sites, providing a comprehensive and immersive experience of LA's allure. You will learn fascinating stories and insights about the history and exciting future of Los Angeles, offering you a deeper appreciation for this remarkable city. Book Today!

Get an insider glimpse into the lifestyles of the rich and famous on this customizable, VIP tour. Skip the crowded coach and hop a sleek, luxury SUV, equipped with WIFI, free snacks, and bottled water. You’ll cruise filming locations and gated mansions in the Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, Holmby Hills, and Bel Air, getting a first-hand peek at the region’s most legendary real estate.

Los Angeles's Chinatown is a fascinating place, especially as the shadows of night descend upon the neighborhood. Neon-lit architecture throws strange light and eerie shadows on the streets, creating a spooky atmosphere—perfect for a paranormal adventure led by an expert ghost hunter. Equipped with paranormal tools, your guide will take you through the area to unveil supernatural elements, haunting stories, and the undeniable chill-factor that lurk among the streets. Conclude with mystical ceremony to honor the spirits, ensuring a safe departure.

Seeing celebrity homes is the highlight of many visitors' trips to Los Angeles, but you need to know where to find them. Rather than traveling around by crowded tour bus, take this self-guided driving tour and explore at your own pace, from Sunset Strip to Bel Air, Rodeo Drive and the Hollywood Hills.

Discover Hollywood’s historical movie theaters—and explore in the company of a Los Angeles filmmaker—on this one-of-a-kind walking tour. Meet your guide on Hollywood Boulevard, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll see the Dolby Theatre (home of the Oscars), the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the TCL Chinese Theatre, plus Disney’s flagship cinema and the world’s first movie premiere location—and will learn Hollywood history as you go.

Explore the Arts District of Los Angeles on a bike tour that provides a close look at this colorful neighborhood. Your guide leads you on a leisurely ride from the Grand Central Market to see street murals, art galleries, landmarks, museums, and other destinations that showcase the creative spirit of the district. You’ll also pass by breweries and distilleries, learn about Little Tokyo, and check out some spots on foot.

Los Angeles is a magical city, with world class sites and attractions. But with great achievements come great demises. Indeed, L.A.’s sinister side contributes to the city’s unique allure and shapes its essence. Grave Line Tours serves to present to you this other side of L.A., one no less real than the aspects the world has already come to know and love. Who was Charles Manson? What drove him to conspire to commit the heinous atrocities he is responsible for? And why, almost a century later, does the story continue to fascinate us? On this ride, the dark world of Charles Manson and “the family” will be revealed. You’ll learn about some of the beautiful and special souls whose flames were extinguished too soon by this cowardly rat.

Experience the bleeding edge of L.A. culture on this guided walking tour bohemian Arts District. Get out of your car and onto the pavement as you discover the area’s wealth of street art, historic concert venues and world-class art galleries. It’s a great way to explore a lesser-known side of L.A.’s rich cultural scene.

Discover one of Los Angeles’ most popular and distinctive attractions—without the crowds—on this private tour of the Griffith Observatory. Pick from multiple convenient start times, and meet your guide right out front. You’ll learn about the nearly century-old landmark, can attend a planetarium show, and can view the science-themed exhibitions on site. You can also admire hilltop views overlooking the city and the nearby Hollywood Sign.

With a bus tour of Los Angeles, you only get to see the sights from behind the glass. Experience the city in a more intimate way and see more than you would from a vehicle on this guided bike tour around Hollywood and Beverly Hills. View top sights, such as Bronson Caves, Sunset Strip, and the Hollywood Sign, as well as well-known music venues, and swanky Bel Air mansions.

Glide through Los Angeles’ most glamorous neighborhood on a Segway tour of Beverly Hills’ iconic landmarks and exclusive streets. Learn the history of this star-studded enclave as you follow your guide to the celebrity homes of Wilshire Boulevard and Benedict Canyon Drive, then take in views of the elegant Hilton and Beverly Hills Hotel. Snag a selfie by the town’s famous sign, browse the designer displays that line Rodeo Drive and finish your tour in the heart of the downtown ‘90210.’

This Los Angeles limo tour is a luxurious and personalized alternative to crowded sightseeing bus tours. Travel between dispersed sights in a vehicle that's equipped with an onboard bar, and best of all—wine, beer, liquor, and mixers are included. The itinerary is completely customizable and your driver is happy to make suggestions. Potential sights include the Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive, Venice Beach, and Malibu Beach.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles for something a bit more relaxing—a scenic ferry trip to Catalina Island. Once you arrive, enjoy a guided tour of the main city of Avalon to help you get your bearings, and learn about its top sights. No need to worry about rushing back—the tour factors in some free time to explore Avalon’s shops, restaurants, and famous landmarks independently.

Learn all about Hollywood's paranormal scene on this group ghost tour. Your guide will take you to the famous spots in LA, like the Chinese Theater, Rippley’s Believe it or Not, and more, filling you in on each place’s link to the city’s haunted persona. Keep costs down by booking this group tour, and maybe make a few new friends, too.

Join this small-group tour that takes you to downtown LA for a tour of this dynamic city. Hip new restaurants, stores, bars, and apartment blocks are constantly opening in the area and your guide will show you the best of DTLA. See well-preserved buildings in the historic downtown district and admire the architecture, and make a stop at Grand Central Market, where there are all sorts of lunch options to try, at your own expense.

We are the only local LA family-owned food tour business. We curated the original Downtown LA food tour back in 2009. A fun, passionate, and knowledgeable LA native will be your tour guide and fellow foodie friend for 3.5 hours as she/he takes you through LA's oldest public open-air market for delicious tastings at two of our favorite food stalls. Then, you will head out to historic Broadway for some incredible sightseeing of hidden landmarks such as the Bradbury Building before entering a gorgeous Italian osteria for a lovely sit-down feast of homemade pastas. Guests continue to eat their way through LA with a stop at the Last Bookstore before chowing down on some tacos and then finishing up with a decadent dessert. Guests will visit a total of 5 local eateries with tastings equivalent to a full meal, walk and sightsee around Downtown LA, receive a free tote bag for leftovers or shopping, and bond through this unique and authentic food tour experience.