The Private Los Angeles Tour: The Half Experience from Palos Verdes

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This private half-day tour from Palos Verdes is your curated shortcut to LA’s most iconic neighborhoods—Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and more—without committing to a full-day itinerary. With a dedicated local guide, a comfortable private vehicle, and a route designed for maximum impact with minimal time, you’ll experience the essence of Los Angeles in just over six hours.

Your day begins with a scenic drive inland from the Palos Verdes coast to Downtown Los Angeles, where your guide provides narrated insight into historic and modern landmarks like The Broad Museum, Union Station, LA City Hall, and Olvera Street as you pass by. From there, head straight to the heart of Tinseltown with a stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame. You’ll have time to walk among the stars, visit the TCL Chinese Theatre, and capture iconic photos outside the Dolby Theatre and El Capitan.

Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive along Mulholland Drive, where you’ll catch glimpses of celebrity homes, sweeping views of the Hollywood Sign, and the studio lots of Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures below.

Your next stop is the beloved Original Farmers Market, where you’ll have an hour to enjoy lunch (not included) from 37+ food vendors and browse the connected shopping and dining promenade at The Grove.

The afternoon continues with a narrated drive through the legendary Sunset Strip, home to storied clubs like The Comedy Store, Chateau Marmont, Whisky a Go Go, and more. You’ll then arrive at Rodeo Drive, where you’ll have time to stroll among luxury boutiques, visit the Beverly Hills Sign and Gardens, and take photos in front of the Beverly Wilshire Hotel—the setting of Pretty Woman.

As the day winds down, you’ll enjoy a final narrated drive through Century City, passing the 20th Century Fox Studio Lot, Fox Plaza (a.k.a. the Die Hard building), and the CAA headquarters before the coastal return drive back to Palos Verdes

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This half-day experience is ideal for guests who want the biggest sights of LA in one stylish, efficient, and expertly guided package.

Have more time to explore?Upgrade to the Full-Day Private Los Angeles Tour from Palos Verdes for a complete day including Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and more.

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• Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel, vacation rental, or custom location in Palos Verdes or nearby areas
• Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle reserved exclusively for your group
• Entertaining live narration from a knowledgeable local guide
• Photo opportunities at top landmarks including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, and the Original Farmers Market
• Scenic drive-throughs of Downtown LA, Mulholland Drive, the Sunset Strip, and Century City
• Free time at three key stops:
• Complimentary bottled water and light snacks onboard the vehicle

• Lunch (available for purchase at The Grove & Farmers Market)
• Gratuities for guide and driver