Los Angeles

Hollywood Celebrity and Star Homes Self-Guided Driving Tour

Los Angeles, USA

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Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Self-guided driving tour of Los Angeles celebrity homes
Explore at your own pace, rather than waiting around for others
Easy to navigate map that works offline
Audio narration provides background information on the homes

What's Included

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone

Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

102 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

Start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

Opening hours

7/8/2020 - 5/19/2025
Monday - Sunday : 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM

End point

Hollywood Sign
Los Angeles, CA 90068, USA

What To Expect

Hollywood Boulevard

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

100 N Carolwood Dr

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hollywood Sign

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.

Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It's perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

3.0

27 reviews

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No Wi-Fi no access accessibility to tour

Terri_L, Apr 2024

We were unable to get Wi-Fi, so unable to access the guide at all only the first five minutes of the tour was accessible, very disappointed

Response from Host, Apr 2024

I'm sorry about the issues you faced, Terri! I recommend downloading the app and tour content beforehand to ensure a smoother experience for your next tour. This will allow you to access the tour offline at any time. Additionally, a tutorial video in the instruction email and a ticket voucher may be helpful. If you did not enjoy the tour, please get in touch with us as soon as possible, and we will issue a refund.

App is not mature, bad, very confusing, so I lost half my day of vacation

Siavasch_R, Mar 2024

App is not mature, bad, very confusing, so I lost half my day of vacation, because I always thought that I was doing something wrong or did not understand something! But the reality was that this app was probably the production of a hobby beginner …because I wish him/her many successes in future professional career regarding app development.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Siavasch, I'm sorry about your frustrating experience! This is certainly not a typical experience. I would highly encourage calling us if you face significant issues like this. It sounds like something was fundamentally set up incorrectly, making the app unusable. Of course, we are more than happy to refund you—please get in touch with us to do so!

Celebrity homes are...

Jacques_B, Feb 2024

Celebrity homes are mostly hidden from the public’s view for privacy. You may be in front of Beyoncé home but you can’t see much.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Jacques, it's interesting to hear your take on the Hollywood Celebrity & Star Homes tour. Indeed, the privacy of these homes can limit visibility, but I hope the stories and history provide a deeper connection to the area. If you want to explore more, don’t forget to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 more self-guided tours.

Fun looking at the...

Kara_M, Aug 2023

Fun looking at the Hollywood hills neighborhood. The app could be a little more user friendly. But over all a good excursion.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Kara, I'm happy you had a great experience exploring the Hollywood Hills neighborhood with my Hollywood Celebrity Homes Audio Tour. Your feedback on the app's user-friendliness is valuable, as I'm always striving to improve. If you plan on visiting other destinations, you might want to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle, which includes more than 100 self-guided tours to exciting places. Have fun exploring!

Some of the houses were...

William_S, Jul 2023

Some of the houses were not easy to find (Beyonce) and others seemed incorrect (i.e. "behind this brick wall" when there was no brick wall).

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for sharing your feedback, William. I apologize for the difficulties you experienced locating some houses during the tour. I have updated the tour information, specifically removing any mention of a brick wall that does not exist. Please accept my apologies for any frustration this may have caused.

Interesting

Margaret_C, Jul 2023

Once we understood how to use, the app, tour was good. We went at dusk and seeing the beautiful homes and stunning views of the city was great.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for your review, Margaret! It's great to hear that you had an exciting and enjoyable experience with the Hollywood Celebrity and Star Homes tour. I'm grateful for your patience in learning how to use the app, and I hope it made your overall experience better. If you're planning on traveling more, be sure to check out our Action+ Tour Bundle, which provides a range of self-guided tours for your upcoming adventures. Have a safe and happy trip!

Not recommend, not enough infos.

Eugen_W, Jul 2023

Not sure if it’s worth it… or just better hop into a real guided tour. The houses are hidden yes. But with this app you drive long ways along beautiful houses or corners which are also interesting but there is no explanation or even a hint of an info. So sometimes get bored because you just don’t know what you are looking at. For a quick tour it’s ok. We stopped halfway through.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

We appreciate your feedback on the tour Eugen! Our goal is to showcase notable celebrity homes and points of interest along the route. We understand that everyone has different preferences and we value your input. It's worth mentioning that the tour offers detailed audio commentary at various points, including the beginning, which provides insights into the locations you pass by. We're sorry to hear that you stopped halfway through and missed out on additional information and highlights. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Adventure on the Road

Lisa_S, Aug 2022

Tour was fun. Had some trouble navigating app. & some street signs were not visible due to long tree branches. We did enjoy the experience.

Response from Host, Sep 2022

Thanks Lisa for your feedback! I’m delighted that you found my tour informative and enjoyed it. We have no control over the long tree branches in that area. I'd like to know more about what went wrong and your issues while navigating the map. I’m not sure what happened, but I’d like to identify & fix it so that others don’t face that issue in the future. I also have 100 other self-guided tours for other parks, scenic drives, cities, and historic sites in the US — hopefully, you’ll get the chance to try them next time! Also, just to remind you, the tour you bought is yours for a lifetime. So, you can listen to it at home or on your next visit.

Not worth it

Jennifer_R, Jul 2022

It was extremely hard to navigate. We got so frustrated we gave up. It was confusing. I felt like I had to keep going between google maps and the app at places I could not pull over

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thanks for the feedback Jen! For those having trouble with the “Go To”, following the given route is a great alternative!

Good idea...bad functioning.

Maria_R, Jun 2022

You have to work offline with the app but it's difficult to follow. No voice prompts. You can't choose options before hand and just do the ones you choose.. No cell service in area.

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Thank you for your insight, Maria. It appears that you did not download the app or tour prior to your visit. Because there is almost no cell signal onsite, I recommend downloading both ahead of time. I added stop-to-stop direction pins to the tour. Anyway, I have 100 other self-guided tours for parks, scenic drives, cities, and historic sites across the United States that you should try the next time you visit! Remember that the tour you purchased is valid for life. You'll be able to listen to it at home or during your next visit as a result.

Don't waste your money

Harri_E, Dec 2021

I use my phone for photos and navigation, so I couldn't use the app to navigate and take photos at the same time as the audio would stop on the Bluetooth. Not use friendly and very heavy app, had to stop by a Starbucks and download 156mb of data on my iPad and still couldn't use it on two devices and we were four adults in the same car... All we could see were walls and bushes... Not recommending it a bit and I would have asked for my money back if it was worth my time...

Response from Host, Dec 2021

The audio and camera won’t interrupt each other — we have an extensive FAQ which covers audio/Bluetooth questions and 24/7 support who can help as well. And yes, it’s a large download (lots to see!) because we want it to work completely offline (no data/connectivity issues that way). We highly recommend downloading at home/hotel for that exact reason. And as we explain quite clearly in the description, the welcome, and the individual stories, not all homes are totally open to the street for the public to look through the windows. But quite a lot is visible of many homes, which is why so many folks enjoy this inexpensive and DIY tour option.

Would not recommend

Rachael_B, Aug 2021

It was not user friendly and too difficult to navigate without another passenger and clicking through the app as a driver is as too dangerous. Overall a disappointing experience. I went to the first two stops and then quit.

Response from Host, Aug 2021

We’re sorry to hear you weren’t satisfied with this tour! The app should be completely hands free once you get started. Can you contact us with details about what went wrong? We appreciate your feedback!

Great way to see Hollywood Homes

Elizabeth_P, Aug 2021

It was so easy to navigate and loved you could change your route. Cool explanations and history. Maps seemed accurate

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thanks so much for your review! Flexibility is super important to us, especially on a tour like this one, where everyone has different celebrity homes they’ll want to see first! We hope you’ll keep us in mind for future adventures. You can always find our full selection of tours at ActionTourGuide.com!

Malísima

Javier_G, Dec 2022

Malísimo. No le doy cero estrellas porque la página no lo permite. Muy mala experiencia, el 70 % de las indicaciones de la app son para indicarte si hay vuelta a la derecha o la izquierda y en las pocas en las que te avisa que hay una casa de un famoso, lo hace fuera de tiempo y confundiendo izquierda con derecha. Los 14 dólares pero gastados de mi vida.

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Hello, Javier. Because there is no shorter route to go there, we placed additional direction pins, and I don't want travelers to become confused at every intersection. I hope this makes sense. Anyway, I also have 100 more self-guided tours for various parks, scenic drives, cities, and historic sites in the United States - hopefully, you'll get to see them the next time you visit! Also, remember that the tour you purchased is valid for life. As a result, you'll be able to listen to it at home or during your next visit.