Los Angeles Sightseeing Bus
Description
The sightseeing bus in Los Angeles offers a flexible way to explore the city, allowing you to get on and off at your convenience at any of the 16 designated stops.
Activity Overview
This sightseeing service features 16 stops spanning 2 distinct routes, with a total tour time of approximately 2 hours:
- Red Line - Hollywood Circuit: Visit notable locations such as the iconic Dolby Theatre, Beverly Hills, and Rodeo Drive.
- Blue Line - Beach Circuit: Discover attractions like Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and Marina del Rey.
To view the routes and stops in detail, refer to this comprehensive map of the Los Angeles sightseeing bus lines:
Ticket Options
Several ticket choices are available to suit your needs:
1-Day Ticket
This option includes:
- 24-hour access to the Los Angeles sightseeing bus, valid for both routes
- An English-language audio guide available on the bus
2-Day Ticket + Walking Tour of TCL Chinese Theatre
- 48-hour access to the Los Angeles sightseeing bus, valid for either route
- Audio guide in English during the journey
- An additional 30-minute guided walking tour of the TCL Chinese Theatre.
Operational Details
The ticket allows travel for either 1 or 2 days, starting from its initial use. Throughout this period, you may hop on and off multiple times along the two available routes.
While a specific date must be selected at the time of booking, the ticket remains valid for 14 days from that chosen date.
Schedules and Frequency
Hollywood Circuit (red line):
- The first bus departs from Stop 1 (Big Bus Tours Hollywood Visitor Centre, 6763 Hollywood Boulevard) at 10 am.
- The last service leaves Stop 1 at 4:30 pm.
- Buses operate at intervals of approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
Beach Circuit (blue line):
- Departures from Stop 7 (Beverly Gardens Park, 9385 Santa Monica Blvd) are scheduled for 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3:15 pm.
- Buses depart from Stop 16 (Santa Monica Pier, 1540 2nd Street, Santa Monica) at 11 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm, and 3:45 pm.
What's included
- 1 or 2–day Los Angeles Tourist Bus ticket
- Audio guide in English
- Recorded commentary in other languages
- Free WiFi on board
- TCL Chinese Theatre walking tour (depending on selection)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Varies according to the attraction included.
Important information
You can use your voucher either printed or from your mobile phone at any Big Bus Tours stop.
You can check the timetables, routes and all the stops on the following map:
- Hollywood Circuit (red line)
- Beach Circuit (blue line)
Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. It is advisable to be at the stop at least 20 minutes before the time you choose to take your tour.
Although a start date is requested at the time of booking, you can use the service for 14 days from the date indicated.
Local emergency telephone number: + 877-323-4285
Important
Please keep in mind that timetables are subject to change. We recommend downloading the Big Bus Tours app for up-to-date information and bus tracking.
2-day ticket + TCL Chinese Theatre Walking Tour
If you've selected the TCL Chinese Theatre tour option, simply present your ticket at the tour kiosk (located at the theatre entrance at 6925 Hollywood Blvd). Tours run daily, starting at 9:30am and last half an hour.
A sustainable tip
During the tour, you'll be provided with single use headphones. To be environmentally friendly and avoid this waste, we suggest you bring your own headphones.
INFORMATION FOR BBT CSR This product has been booked by Civitatis, please scan the QR code. If necessary, seek authorisation from your supervisor quoting the short code on this voucher.
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