Big Bus Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
Hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour covering Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica and Venice Beach with flexible 24-72 hour tickets.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre with celebrity handprints and footprints
- Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards
- Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive luxury shopping district
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Los Angeles Discover (24 Hours)
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September 2026
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What's included
- 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus access
- Access to Hollywood and Beach routes
- Live audio commentary on board
About this ticket
Your ticket gives you 24 hours of unlimited travel on both the Hollywood and Beach hop-on hop-off routes. You can board at any designated stop, explore an area, and then catch a later bus to continue your tour.
Practical info
This ticket is booked for a specific date and is valid for 24 hours from the moment you first activate it. You can board at any official Big Bus stop; a recommended starting point is the Big Bus Visitor Center Hollywood at 6763 Hollywood Boulevard.
How to redeem
Download the Big Bus Tours app and add your booking using the reference number. On your day of travel, open the ticket in the app, press 'Activate', and show the activated ticket to the driver to board.
Important notes
- Your ticket is non-refundable once it has been activated.
- Cancellations are fully refunded if made at least 24 hours before your chosen travel date.
A 24-hour pass for the Hollywood and Beach hop-on hop-off routes, suited for a single day of sightseeing.
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September 2026
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Los Angeles Explore (72 Hours)
A 72-hour pass for the hop-on hop-off bus routes, offering three full days to explore Los Angeles.
72-hour hop-on hop-off bus access · Access to Hollywood and Beach routes · Live audio commentary on board
Cancellation up to 1h before
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£58.60
per person
What's included
- 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus access
- Access to Hollywood and Beach routes
- Live audio commentary on board
About this ticket
Your ticket provides 72 hours of unlimited travel across both the Hollywood and Beach hop-on hop-off routes. This extended validity allows you to explore both areas thoroughly over several days, hopping on and off at any stop.
What's not included
- Celebrity Homes & Lifestyle Tour
Practical info
This ticket is booked for a specific date and is valid for 72 hours from the moment you first activate it. You can board at any official Big Bus stop; a recommended starting point is the Big Bus Visitor Center Hollywood at 6763 Hollywood Boulevard.
How to redeem
Download the Big Bus Tours app and add your booking using the reference number. On your day of travel, open the ticket in the app, press 'Activate', and show the activated ticket to the driver to board.
Important notes
- Your ticket is non-refundable once it has been activated.
- Cancellations are fully refunded if made at least 24 hours before your chosen travel date.
A 72-hour pass for the hop-on hop-off bus routes, offering three full days to explore Los Angeles.
About this experience
Explore Los Angeles at your own pace aboard an open-top double-decker bus, with two routes covering the city's most iconic districts. The Hollywood Loop takes in the Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, Dolby Theatre and Beverly Hills, while the Beach Loop heads to Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach and Marina Del Rey. Live audio commentary runs throughout, giving context to the landmarks as you pass.
The hop-on hop-off format is the main appeal: buses run roughly every 30-45 minutes on the Hollywood Loop, so you can get off at any of the 15+ stops, spend as long as you like, and catch a later bus to continue. Tickets range from a 24-hour Discover pass covering both loops to 48-hour Essential and Explore tickets, which add a guided walking tour of the TCL Chinese Theatre and a complimentary bike rental for the coastal stretch.
This is a practical option for first-time visitors trying to cover LA's spread-out attractions without renting a car, and flexible enough for repeat visitors who want to focus on specific neighbourhoods. Note that routes can change due to local conditions, so it's worth checking the Big Bus app for live tracking and updates.
What to expect
You'll start by boarding at any designated stop along either the Hollywood Loop or Beach Loop, choosing to stay on for the full narrated circuit or hop off wherever something catches your eye. On the Hollywood Loop, expect stops near the Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre, Beverly Hills and Melrose Avenue, with commentary pointing out celebrity homes and film history along the way. The Beach Loop shifts pace entirely, heading out to Santa Monica Pier, Venice Beach and Marina Del Rey for a slower, coastal feel.
With hop-on hop-off access, there's no fixed running time — you can spend ten minutes at a stop or a few hours, using the frequent buses to pick up where you left off. Ticket duration determines how much of the city you can realistically cover: a 24-hour pass suits a single focused day, while the 48-hour options allow you to split Hollywood sightseeing and beach time across two separate days if needed.
Things to note
- Buses on the Hollywood Loop run every 30-45 minutes; the Beach Loop operates on a more limited schedule of 5-6 shuttles daily
- Download the Big Bus app before your trip for live bus tracking and route updates
- It's an open-top bus, so bring sunscreen, a hat and a light jacket for cooler mornings
- Routes may change due to local traffic conditions or regulatory requirements
- Higher-tier tickets include a guided walking tour of the TCL Chinese Theatre and a complimentary bike rental offer
- Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to hop off and explore stops like Venice Beach or Melrose Avenue on foot
