What's included
2 Day Hop-on, Hop-off
Hollywood Loop
Beach Shuttle
See all the L.A. landmarks
Bike Rental Offer
TCL Chinese Theatre VIP Tour
Big Bus Celebrity Home & Lifestyle Tour
Unlimited Biking Free One Hour Rental
Hop-on, Hop-off
Discover Los Angeles at your own pace. Our hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour gives you the freedom to explore your way. You can hop on and off the bus at any of our designated Big Bus stops, as many times as you wish on all of the offered routes. All located near Los Angeles' best attractions, you're free to delve deeper into the city at your own pace. Simply re-join the tour when you're ready. Or, alternatively, you are very welcome to stay on board for the entire tour and let us take you for a scenic spin of the city.
See all the top Landmarks
Take in the top-deck views with Big Bus. With 12+ stops, our Big Bus Los Angeles tour has been mapped out to show you all of the city's famous sights. Landmarks include the Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive and Capital Records to name just a few.
Pre-recorded commentary
Available in 9 languages on our bus tours. Enjoy fun facts about Los Angeles with pre-recorded commentary available on all our buses. Languages include: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese and Hindi. Complimentary earphones are available from your driver. Please note that partner attractions may not offer commentary in other languages.
Free Mobile App
Now with live bus arrival times! Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our live bus arrival times feature lets you spend a little longer sipping that latte, browsing at the museum or taking that all-important selfie, so you can simply arrive 5 minutes early at the bus stop. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, live bus tracking, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with Big Bus Tours.
The Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour
See how Hollywood A-Listers live. Our Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle tour takes you on a bespoke journey into the exclusive world of Hollywood royalty. Enjoy a brush with fame as you pass the luxurious homes and hangouts of stars from film, TV and music. Explore elegant neighborhoods like Hollywood Hills, Mulholland Drive, Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, and stay sharp-eyed to spot famous faces in West Hollywood, the Sunset Strip and the Design District. Along the way, you'll see dozens of recognizable film and television filming locations, and landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and more.
TCL Chinese Theatre Walkling Tour
Discover the history of Hollywood's most famous movie palace. This ticket includes admission to a 30-minute walking tour of the TCL Chinese Theatre! Discover the history of the cinema palace with stories and fun facts from the theatre's beginnings through to today, ranging from Hollywood premieres to celebrity hand-print ceremonies in the Forecourt of the Stars. Simply present your ticket voucher at the tour kiosk (located at the entrance of the theatre at 6925 Hollywood Blvd) in exchange for a ticket for the next available tour. Tours begin at 9:30 daily.
Unlimited Biking Offer
Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free with Unlimited Biking. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock, roadside assistance and an illustrated map featuring key routes and attractions. Bike rental is $10 an hour per person. Alternatively, enjoy $5 OFF per person for any bike tour. Bikes are to be collected and dropped off at Unlimited Biking Santa Monica (1431 Ocean Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90401). On arrival please present your ticket (issued by BBT staff member), your passport or ID card, and a credit card.
Full description
Enjoy the ultimate LA sightseeing experience with our Explore Ticket, which includes our exclusive Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle convertible minibus tour, a 2-day ticket for our open-top, double-decker Los Angeles sightseeing bus tour, and a guided walking tour through the famous TCL Chinese Theatres!
Please note: As part of the booking process, you must select a tour date and time for the Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour. This tour only operates at set times, has limited seats, and sells out quickly, so please ensure your availability on your chosen tour date and time.
Do I need to specify a date of travel?
Yes –we’ll ask you to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to guarantee your seat. If your ticket includes extras, you may also need to book additional dates & times for all elements of your ticket after your purchase is complete. See your booking confirmation email for instructions.
What is the child ticketing policy?
A child ticket is available for children aged between 3 and 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 2 years and under may travel free of charge. Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
On which days does the tour operate?
The Big Bus tour of Los Angeles operates daily, excluding Thanksgiving Day (24 November), Christmas Day (25 December) & Oscar's Day (12 March '23). On rare occasions, our service may be affected by events outside of our control. Do check our service alerts for any unexpected disruptions.
Accessibility
Yes, we operate wheelchair accessible vehicles with lifts that can accommodate a weight up to 650 pounds. Please be advised that our entire fleet in Los Angeles is not wheelchair accessible. If you or your travelling partner(s) requires an ADA accessible vehicle, please contact us 48 hours prior to your planned tour commencement. We can then arrange for a suitable vehicle to be available at the time and location required. If you require a different accommodation, please also contact us 48 hours prior to your planned tour commencement so we can make arrangements for an accommodation. Please note that messages left on the office general voicemail do not constitute confirmed arrangements. Please also note that passengers with mobility impairments may not be able to access the upper deck on our buses. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of the various attractions along the tour.
Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour Schedule
Scheduling, tour duration and more Our Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle tour operates daily, with departures at 11:00am, 1:30pm and 4:00pm. Hop on at Stop #1, the Big Bus Visitor Center at 6763 Hollywood Boulevard. As part of the online booking process, you will need to select your tour date and time. On the day, please arrive 15 minutes in advance of your tour start time. Guests without reservations will be seated on the next departing tour on a 'first-come, first-served' basis. The tour takes about 2 hours, with a stop for photos at the Universal City Overlook.
Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour Driver Guides
Get the inside scoop from our on-board experts Our Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour driver-guides know all the haunts of L.A.'s rich and famous, from A to Z-list. As you journey around exclusive neighborhoods they'll point out celebrity homes, hangouts and hotspots, while sharing scandalous stories and facts about celebrities and the places where they work, live and play.
Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour Open-top minibuses
See the sights in VIP style and comfort Spot stars and discover Hollywood hotspots with ease on our brand-new Mercedes Benz open-top sprinter minibuses. These custom-designed vehicles seat 18, so you'll enjoy an exclusive and personal Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour from your expert driver guides while you soak up the California sunshine. All buses feature air-conditioning, keeping you cooler than an Oscars after-party. Don't forget your sunglasses!
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