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ICONS of LA, Small Group, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Beach & more

Enjoy LA's most colorful and iconic sights with this one-day tour, including entry to Madame Tussauds Hollywood (a $29 value). Leave the stress of research, …More

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ICONS of LA, Small Group, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Beach & more

Enjoy LA's most colorful and iconic sights with this one-day tour, including entry to Madame Tussauds Hollywood (a $29 value). Leave the stress of research,...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (49)

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$69

Los Angeles Luxury Private Tour For Up To 7 Passengers

This 7 and a half hour private tour is a fantastic way to spend the day exploring Los Angeles, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and …More

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Los Angeles Luxury Private Tour For Up To 7 Passengers

This 7 and a half hour private tour is a fantastic way to spend the day exploring Los Angeles, Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills and...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (45)

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$999

Get a sense for all that L.A. has to offer during this 4 hours tour by Open top bus (few have a canopy for some shade) …More

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Hollywood Stars and Beach

Get a sense for all that L.A. has to offer during this 4 hours tour by Open top bus (few have a canopy for some shade)...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (44)

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$99

Joshua Tree National Park Small Group Day Tour from Los Angeles

Escape the city and discover the dramatic desert landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group day trip from Los Angeles. Travel east across …More

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Joshua Tree National Park Small Group Day Tour from Los Angeles

Escape the city and discover the dramatic desert landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group day trip from Los Angeles. Travel east across...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (43)

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$219

Los Angeles Layover City Tour with Luggage Storage

Make the most of your layover with our City Tour from LAX! We offer convenient pickup and drop-off, plus secure luggage storage. Explore Hollywood, Beverly …More

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Los Angeles Layover City Tour with Luggage Storage

Make the most of your layover with our City Tour from LAX! We offer convenient pickup and drop-off, plus secure luggage storage. Explore Hollywood, Beverly...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$129

Half Day Small Group Los Angeles Tour and Scavenger Hunt

Take part in an amazing race – part sightseeing tour, part scavenger hunt! This fun-filled 5-hour small-group tour offers a unique and interactive way to explore …More

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Half Day Small Group Los Angeles Tour and Scavenger Hunt

Take part in an amazing race – part sightseeing tour, part scavenger hunt! This fun-filled 5-hour small-group tour offers a unique and interactive way to explore...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$81

Private City Tour of the Los Angeles Area

Private tour with up to 5 passengers in your own private mini van. Our recommended route is : Downtown LA, The Music Center of Los …More

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Private City Tour of the Los Angeles Area

Private tour with up to 5 passengers in your own private mini van. Our recommended route is : Downtown LA, The Music Center of Los...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$695

5-Hour Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour with 4 Stops

This Amazing 5 Hour Tour was created for visitors who want a combination of Tour and a place to have lunch. This tour offers many …More

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5-Hour Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour with 4 Stops

This Amazing 5 Hour Tour was created for visitors who want a combination of Tour and a place to have lunch. This tour offers many...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$99

Los Angeles Sites and Celebrity Homes Private Flexible Day Tour

LA's iconic sites PLUS celebrity homes in one tour! Wouldn’t it be nice to not be tied down to a rigid schedule and cramped in …More

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Los Angeles Sites and Celebrity Homes Private Flexible Day Tour

LA's iconic sites PLUS celebrity homes in one tour! Wouldn’t it be nice to not be tied down to a rigid schedule and cramped in...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,095

This private, customizable tour combines sightseeing with your own personal photographer, so you can enjoy the city without worrying about selfies, tripods, or asking strangers …More

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Private Los Angeles Photography Tour

This private, customizable tour combines sightseeing with your own personal photographer, so you can enjoy the city without worrying about selfies, tripods, or asking strangers...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

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$399

Los Angeles Downtown Culture History Design Tour

Los Angeles is always changing and you’ll witness it on our Central Downtown LA tour. Thought LA doesn’t have a downtown? It does and it’s …More

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Los Angeles Downtown Culture History Design Tour

Los Angeles is always changing and you’ll witness it on our Central Downtown LA tour. Thought LA doesn’t have a downtown? It does and it’s...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$60

LA, Hollywood and Beach Small-Group Tour

This tour is a special experience featuring the best tour guides and long photo stops. It's the most informative, entertaining, and fun tour in Los …More

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LA, Hollywood and Beach Small-Group Tour

This tour is a special experience featuring the best tour guides and long photo stops. It's the most informative, entertaining, and fun tour in Los...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$200

APP Self-guided routes West Coast with audio guide

It is a navigation APP with self-guided routes with audio guide along the West Coast Everything you need to know about the West Coast Points …More

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APP Self-guided routes West Coast with audio guide

It is a navigation APP with self-guided routes with audio guide along the West Coast Everything you need to know about the West Coast Points...

8 to 10 hours

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$34

From LA: Catalina Island with Zipline Tour and Hotel Pickup

Spend a day in paradise on this Adventure to Catalina Island. A day you will remember for the rest of your life! With its year …More

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From LA: Catalina Island with Zipline Tour and Hotel Pickup

Spend a day in paradise on this Adventure to Catalina Island. A day you will remember for the rest of your life! With its year...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$422

Los Angeles Coast and Beaches Private Tour

This tour is perfect to discover the coast of Los Angeles within 5 hours. You'll be able to see the famous beaches and have a …More

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Los Angeles Coast and Beaches Private Tour

This tour is perfect to discover the coast of Los Angeles within 5 hours. You'll be able to see the famous beaches and have a...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$599

Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour

L.A. is so big – how are you going to see the city in one day? Easy! Join our LA in a Day tour and …More

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Hollywood, DTLA and Santa Monica Full-Day Walking and Metro Tour

L.A. is so big – how are you going to see the city in one day? Easy! Join our LA in a Day tour and...

8 hours Free Cancellation

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$135

Los Angeles Latin Food and Culture Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore the neighborhoods of East LA and Boyle Heights, home to the most sought-after tortillerias, birrierias and tamale kitchens in the city. On this Latin …More

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Los Angeles Latin Food and Culture Small-Group Walking Tour

Explore the neighborhoods of East LA and Boyle Heights, home to the most sought-after tortillerias, birrierias and tamale kitchens in the city. On this Latin...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (9)

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$165

Warner Brothers Studio Tour and Hollywood Highlights

Explore the magic of Hollywood with the Warner Brothers Studio Tour, where you’ll get an insider’s view of the film industry. Start at the Tour …More

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Warner Brothers Studio Tour and Hollywood Highlights

Explore the magic of Hollywood with the Warner Brothers Studio Tour, where you’ll get an insider’s view of the film industry. Start at the Tour...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$1,199

Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles

Ultimate LA Sightseeing: Experience the best of the Entertainment Capital of the World! Our 5-hour professional guided tour take you through Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly …More

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Private, Guided Sightseeing Tour of Los Angeles

Ultimate LA Sightseeing: Experience the best of the Entertainment Capital of the World! Our 5-hour professional guided tour take you through Los Angeles, Hollywood, Beverly...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$990

Perfect to explore the southern city of California in a day and have a feel of the Mexican influence. …More

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San Diego Private Tour

Perfect to explore the southern city of California in a day and have a feel of the Mexican influence....

9 hours Free Cancellation

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$899

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions are:

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Which Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Los Angeles Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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