On our Hollywood tour we go back in time to when the name first appeared on maps in the 1880’s, then we’ll tell you how and why the start-up movie industry first moved to this small farming town in the early twentieth century.
By walking the streets of Hollywood you’ll get the chance to discover the many hidden historic sites in the area (such as the oldest house in Hollywood, where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), as well offering you the best up close and personal experiences of such icons as the Walk of Fame, the Capitol Records Building, the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater (the home of the Oscars) and the TCL Chinese Theater where your Hollywood tour ends, in the perfect place to get lunch or get some great shots of the Hollywood Sign for Instagram.
* Tour starts at 10am daily
* Children under 12 y.o. gain free entry
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Tour guide
✔ We donate $1 for every guest to a non-profit, Climate Cents.
✖ Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20%.
Departure & Return
Departure:
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The guide will be will be checking-in guests from 15 minutes before the tour begins at the meeting point. The Pantages Theatre is right opposite Hollywood and Vine Metro Station. We CANNOT wait for latecomers, there are other guests.
Itinerary
1
On this tour you'll see and learn the fascinating history of the dream factory: how it started, personal stories of the early pioneers and how the myth continues to exert a huge power over us.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Pantages Theatre
The tour starts here at 10am and you'll learn the fascinating (and scandalous) history of the famous theatre.
Duration: 10 minutes
3
Hollywood
What was Hollywood like before it became HOLLYWOOD? Where did the name come from? We answer these - and many other - questions.
Duration: 2 hours
4
Capitol Records Building
Admire the famous mural Hollywood Jazz and learn about this groundbreaking building.
Duration: 10 minutes
5
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Discover why and how the iconic Walk of Fame came to be.
Duration: 10 minutes
6
Egyptian Theatre
Why is this famous theatre designed in the Egyptian style? And who is Sid Grauman? Find out the answers on this tour!
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Hollywood & Highland
Los Angeles' Times Square can be daunting, but we'll whisk you through the crowds and show you the hidden history.
Duration: 10 minutes
8
Dolby Theatre
Home of the annual Academy Awards. Need we say more?
Duration: 10 minutes
9
TCL Chinese Theatres
Find out why, when and how stars began putting their feet and hands in concrete here. Also learn the secret history of the Oscars.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
• Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
• By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
• This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace. If you have mobility issues please book a private tour via our website.
