Top Santa Monica Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Visit many of Los Angeles’s highlights and landmarks on one fun and convenient outing. Learn about LA history and culture—its historic filming locations and crime scenes, celebrity homes and trendy restaurants—from a narrator as you traverse the city in a convertible bus. Stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, a farmer's market for lunch, and the Hollywood Sign on this easy and affordable tour.

Explore Hollywood, Los Angeles, and beyond on this all-day guided excursion from Anaheim, downtown L.A., or North Hollywood. After a convenient hotel pickup, head out with a knowledgeable guide and experience classic sites and neighborhoods like the Hollywood Sign and the Walk of Fame, Memorial Coliseum, Griffith Observatory, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier.

Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious attended brunch buffet with sparkling wine as you sail the waters near Los Angeles during this 2-hour cruise. Set sail from shore as you dig into a mouth-watering selection of breakfast favorites like fresh-baked pastries, French toast and eggs, and gourmet lunch specials like vegetables, pasta salads and chef-carved meat accompanied by a complimentary glass of bubbly. Then kick back, take in the gorgeous views of the nearby coastline and lay out in the sun with some background jazz music during your ride. Your brunch cruise includes meal service, and free-flowing sparkling wine.

See the star-studded side of Malibu on this half-day tour that covers celebrity homes, historic sites, filming locations, and more. Cruise along the coast in an open-air van, stopping at the Adamson House, Surfrider Beach, Malibu Pier, and the Malibu Country Mart. Get a peek at the homes of celebs like Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., Mel Brooks, Simon Cowell, Dr. Dre, Cher, Adam Sandler, Jennifer Lopez, and more.

For visitors staying in Torrance, El Segundo, or Hawthorn, this full–day tour of Los Angeles with round–trip hotel transport is a hassle–free way to sightsee. Going with a guide eliminates the hassle of navigating the sprawling city on your own, as well as ensures you learn more than you could from a guidebook. Highlights on the itinerary include Downtown, the Hollywood sign, Rodeo Drive, and Venice Beach.

Leave the bustle of Los Angeles behind—and explore peaceful Catalina Island at your own pace—with this convenient package deal. In the morning, meet your driver directly at your LA accommodation, hop aboard your vehicle, and then transfer to the ferry to Catalina Island, where you can admire the seaside views. Once on the island, head to the Undersea Expedition (tickets included), and explore the sights independently.

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.

See Los Angeles in style with a 5-hour private tour in a spacious vehicle. Watch for celebrities as you cruise the Walk of Fame past the iconic Chinese Theater, and navigate the roads of Beverly Hills as you spot the stars’ sprawling mansions. Continue along Rodeo Drive and the vibrant Sunset Strip, then hit downtown to see the city’s most famous sports centers, concert halls and museums. Finish your trip at the Pacific Ocean, where you’ll take in Venice Beach, the Santa Monica Pier and miles of perfect, palm-lined beaches.

Explore Santa Monica on a private tour by electric bike and see the highlights of the vibrant coastal city. Follow your guide along Santa Monica’s palm-lined streets. Stroll the boardwalk at the Santa Monica Pier, dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean and experience the laid-back culture and classic scenery of this iconic beach town. Cruise to vibrant Venice to see the skate park, street art and the bustle of the crowd on the oceanfront walk and onward to the "gem of the tour" or the Venice canals. Then a final stop at Muscle Beach before zipping back to the shop.

If you love chasing down haunted hotspots, the Santa Monica Haunted Ghost Tour on the Pier will be right up your alley. This is where Route 66, America's Mother Road, comes to an end, carrying with it plenty of ghost stories along the way. All around the city, there are dark histories to unravel, from haunted carousels to mysterious souls wandering the beaches. Hear them and be spooked!

See the best of Hollywood on this 3 1/2 hour tour that includes all the necessary sights between the beach and Tinseltown. Our Hollywood Hopper will give you a glimpse of classic Los Angeles icons including celebrity homes, movie studios, filming locations, with stops at the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Sign. This is perfect for someone short on time, staying at the beach, on a long layover or wanting to see the top sights in the city.

Tour Santa Barbara & Santa Barbara Wine Country from Los Angeles. Experience why Santa Barbara County was named 2021 Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine! Highlights: 2 equally fabulous itineraries to choose from. Both itineraries include: - 3+ wine tasting opportunities in vineyard & village locations. Wine is optional & sold separately - Cruising the legendary Pacific Coast Highway - Transportation in an upscale Mercedes Sprinter with climate control, leather seats, tall ceilings & picture windows for viewing the stunning scenery - A local guide to share historical & fun facts Saturday Itinerary: Santa Barbara Wine Country 130 Miles North of Los Angeles - Solvang, Danish capitol of America - Los Olivos, historic "wine focused" village - Vineyard Winery Sunday Itinerary: Santa Barbara, "America's Riviera" 90 Miles North of Los Angeles - Santa Barbara - State Street Promenade & Presidio Historic Neighborhood - Santa Barbara Funk Zone & Waterfront - Vineyard Winery

Santa Monica is one of the best neighborhoods to explore by bike with its colorful characters, sights and sounds. Since it's also an artistic and creative area of LA, this tour seizes the opportunity to introduce you to legal graffiti street galleries and the best of the local sculpture and architecture. Clocking in at nearly three hours long, this two-wheeled adventure will leave your legs a bit more toned and your stomach ready for lunch.

Explore Santa Monica and Venice like a local on this guided bike tour. Ride through these coastal towns on a classic beach cruiser. Experience the famous boardwalk and canals, go to hidden spots, and learn about the history of these Los Angeles neighborhoods. The tour passes by the Santa Monica Pier and stops at Muscle Beach. You’ll be able to visit Abbot Kinney Boulevard for juice or coffee before heading up Main Street.

Whether a tourist ready to see the sights or a local hoping to make new memories, Pedego bikes are a fun and easy way to take in the city. You can cover plenty of ground on these colorful bikes, while maintaining the perspective and intimacy of a traditional bicycle ride. What's even better, Pedego bikes rank as the number one electric bike brand in America (according to Navigant Research), so jump on and enjoy the fun!

The Santa Monica donut tour is our first foray into sunny Southern California. This tour celebrates all things donuts, sunshine, and beachfront fun. Our tour begins at a California institution, Randy’s Donuts. You may know Randy’s from their many appearances across TV, movies, and music videos, specifically for their iconic giant donut. After we’ve tried some of their amazing classics, we’ll move on to our next location, Sidecar Doughnuts. If you are looking for amazing, artisanal donuts - you’ve come to the right place. Our third location is a slightly unexpected stop, but still quintessentially California for churros. And our last stop may change based on the group or the weather, so we won’t ruin the surprise, but the two options we’ve picked out are both equally fantastic.

Explore LA on this private, customizable tour that can take you to Hollywood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and more. Your guide can help you put together an itinerary to fill up the 3.5 hours of your tour. You’ll have private transportation the entire way, and you can sip on included bottled water. Bring the whole family, a group of friends, or whoever you think would like to explore Los Angeles.

Take an electric Duffy boat to explore Marina Del Rey, a laid-back coastal community with boats, beaches and cycle paths. Explore its water ways and look out for sea lions, coastal birds, boat houses and enormous luxury yachts. It’s a relaxing way to enjoy the water, get a sense of the community and connect with nature. This shared experience comes with a fine selection of meat, cheese, fruit and wine.

Discover Los Angeles without the hassle of driving during this full-day private tour. Get picked up at your hotel and spend the day exploring Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach. Go window shopping on Rodeo Drive, stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and see the Hollywood sign from Griffith Park Observatory.

Cruise the scenic waters near Los Angeles in style during this two-and-a half hour, high-end dinner cruise. Climb aboard and enjoy a sumptuous duet entrée freshly prepared on-board. Then grab your drink and make your way to the outdoor decks to soak up the amazing views of the marina.

Relax as you take a ride on a private rickshaw along the streets and beaches of Santa Monica. Enjoy the fresh ocean breezes while touring the area to locations such as the Santa Monica Pier, Muscle Beach, Venice Boardwalk and the Venice Skatepark. Sit back and let your guide do all the work! Two people per rickshaw, please.

Eat and drink like a Hollywood VIP during this 5-hour restaurant and bar tour in Santa Monica aboard an electric-powered Cadillac Escalade limo. Join a small group of no more than 14 guests as you’re whisked to the restaurant of your choosing for lunch or dinner. After your meal, continue the fun with a stop at your choice of bar or lounge in this fun-filled neighborhood. A local guide, live on-board commentary during your drive and round-trip hotel transport are covered.

Live the Mediterranean dream in Southern California on a sailing adventure in the Santa Monica Bay. We are a boutique luxury sailing charter with gourmet cuisine and a love of the sea. We take our guests on a safe, fun and memorable sailing past the mountains of Malibu, the famous Santa Monica pier and Venice Beach boardwalk. Let us share the joy of sailing with you!

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