Private Half Day Tour of Downtown Los Angeles - From Los Angeles.
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About this experience
Explore Downtown Los Angeles on a private half-day tour, where iconic landmarks like the Bradbury Building, historical City Hall, and the L.A. Live home to the Los Angeles Lakers await. Discover the vibrant blend of architecture, history, and celebrity stories from an expert guide. This personalized experience offers a glimpse into LA's unique culture, showcasing its historic buildings and captivating street art. The tour includes convenient pickup and drop-off at your hotel, vacation home, cruise port, or airport for hassle-free enjoyment.
- Private half-day tour focusing on Downtown LA's landmarks
- Visit the Bradbury Building, City Hall, and L.A Lakers arena*
- Gain local insight from expert guides on LA's history and culture
- Includes pickup and drop-off at your specified location
*Lakers arena: Outside only.
Available options
Morning tours (5-10 guests).
Private tour.: This tour includes a private tour guide/driver, and private transportation up to 10 guests.<br/>Duration: 5 hours: Tour duration includes door-to-door driving time, and visit to sites.<br/>Airport/Cruise Port.: You have the option to start and or end your tour at Los Angeles Int. Airport (LAX), or at San Pedro Cruise.<br/>Pickup included
Afternoon Tours (5-10 guests)
Private afternoon tour.: This tour includes a private tour guide/driver and a private transportation up to 10 guests.<br/>Duration: 5 hours: Duration time includes driving time and visits to sites.<br/>Airport/Cruise Port.: You have the option to start and or end your tour at Los Angeles Int. Airport (LAX), or at San Pedro Cruise Port.<br/>Pickup included
Afternoon Tours (1-4 Guests)
Afternnon starting times.: The guest can select starting times between 11:30 am and 02:00 pm.<br/>Private tour.: This tour offers private transportation and a private tour guide for up to 4 guests.<br/>Duration: 5 hours<br/>Airport/Cruise Port pickup.: You have the option to start and or end your tour at Los Angeles Int. Airport (LAX) or at the San Pedro Cruise Center.<br/>Pickup included
Morning Tours (1-4 guests).
Early starting times.: The guest can select a starting time between 08:00 am and 11:00 am.<br/>Private tour.: This tour offers private transportation and a private tour guide up to 4 guests.<br/>Duration: 5 hours<br/>Pickup included
What's included
Private transportation
Taxes
Bottled water
In-vehicle luggage storage.
Free waiting time from any other locations: up to 30 minutes.
Luggage: 1 checked bag (up to 50lbs) 1 carry-on per guest.
Free waiting time from airport/cruise port: up to 1 hour.
Detailed itinerary
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Stop 1
Get a great overview of downtown L.A. history and architecture, from the eighteenth century to the present on this self-guide walking tour. Visitors can view the building's impressive, light-filled atrium, ornate ironwork, marble stairs, and iconic open-cage elevators from the first floor and the landing of the first staircase.
The Bradbury Building in downtown Los Angeles is open to the public during its operating hours (typically weekdays 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m.–5 p.m.) to see its historic interior, but public access is generally restricted to the first floor and first landing of the staircase, as the upper floors house private businesses. Photography is permitted with smartphones.
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Los Angeles City Hall is great for its iconic Art Deco architecture, significant historical role as a city landmark and government center, and the public observation deck offering panoramic city views. Visitors can admire its grand rotunda, detailed interior, and the unique Lindbergh Beacon atop its pyramid-like tower. The building also serves as a symbol of the city and is a popular location for filming and appreciating California's art and history.
Public Access & Views (weekdays: 10:00 am - 03:00 pm)
Observation Deck -The 27th-floor observation deck provides visitors with a free, 360-degree panoramic view of the city. Access to the observation deck makes it a popular and accessible free activity for tourists. Visitors can explore the grand rotunda and other notable interior spaces, offering a deeper appreciation for the building's design and history.
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Stop 3
Outside view only:
Crypto.com Arena is a major sports and entertainment venue in downtown Los Angeles, home to professional teams like the Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) and Los Angeles Kings (NHL). It hosts numerous concerts and events annually, featuring top-tier performers and serving as a cultural landmark. Originally known as the Staples Center, the arena is located next to the L.A. Live complex and is known for its state-of-the-art amenities and commitment to fan experience.
The statues at Crypto.com Arena honor iconic Lakers players and other figures, with notable statues including those of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Jerry West, Shaquille O'Neal, and Elgin Baylor. A statue for former coach Pat Riley is also planned. These bronze sculptures are located in the Star Plaza area outside the arena, creating a popular attraction for fans to celebrate the legacy of these athletes.
What's not included
Your private tour guide tip (at your discretion)
Available languages
Guide guide
RU
EN
ES
Important information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The Tour Operator staff will do their best to track flights Arrivals for all Private Services. However, it's the Traveler responsibility to contact us and inform us of any delays, cancellations or flight changes. In addition, is the Traveler responsibility to let RapidShuttle's agents know if they are running late due, but not limited to Luggage, Costumes, and or Emigration Issues.
The Tour Operator is not responsible for any inaccurate and or missing information provided by the guest.
The guest is responsible to notify the Tour Operator for any delays. After the allocated waiting time, if no contact with the party, the Tour Operator reserves the right to record the trip as a No-Show by the Guest. No-Shows are Not Refundable.
Tour guides and or drivers are not allowed to collect payments onboard for the exception of tips. Any cash, or any other form payment made directly with the driver it will be considered tip/gratuities.
The Tour Operator is not responsible for any items left in the vehicles; please ensure you have all your belongs upon exiting the vehicles. Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable.
Collapsible wheelchairs/Scooter with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the Guest(s) is/are accompanied by someone who can assist them, board, disembark and disassemble/assemble the wheelchair/scooter. Please keep in mind that Wheelchairs/Scooters may not fit in a vehicle luggage compartment designated for 1-2 Passengers (Sedan), or 3-4 Passengers (Minivan). Due to the fact that Wheelchairs and or Scoters vary in Size, Shape, and Form. It is the Guest(s) responsibility to ensure that such items can fit on the selected vehicle and or passenger group. Due to liabilities, the driver is not allowed to assist in the disassembly/assembly of the wheelchair/scooter, nor assist the Guest(s) board or off-board the vehicle. The Tour Operator vehicles are Not equipped to provide Access/ADA services. In the event, that the wheelchair/scooter cannot fit in the baggage compartment, nor the Guest(s) have the ability to board the selected vehicle/service; The Tour Operator it will do their best to find an alternative service for the Guest(s) at their own costs. The Guest(s) understands that these costs will be in addition to their initial cost for the reservation. The Guest(s) as well understand that in the event that the Tour Operator's driver and tour guides cannot accommodate the Guest(s) due to their own ability to board, and/or off-board the vehicle, and or the scooter or wheelchair cannot fit in the baggage compartment, the Tour Operator reserves the right not to issue a refund for the services.
Due to unforeseen events such but not limited to Road Conditions, Mechanical Failures, Over Bookings, the Tour Operator reserves the right to hire an Affiliate and or Partner to provide transportation for a scheduled pickup. The service type and cost will be equal or greater from what the Client has paid. In such cases, the information provided to The Affiliate and or Partner it will be limited to the Client's name and contact phone number, arrival/departure flight information, and pickup/drop off information. In the event the Tour Operator sees the needs to use one of our Affiliate's and or Partners to provide a scheduled pick-up, the Tour Operator it will Not Charge the client any extra fees. These measures have to be in place to ensure that our clients do not get services interruptions or to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Guests are responsible to ensure they have the proper safety gear when traveling with children. However, the Tour Operator, upon request will provide child seats for an additional fee.
Luggage information: Carry-on bags: Have a maximum size of 22 in x 18 in x 10 in (56 cm x 45 cm x 25 cm), including handles, wheels, and side pockets. Also have a weight limit of 8kgs (or 17lbs.) Checked bags: Checked should have a maximum size of 62 linear in (length + width + depth) and a maximum weight of 23kgs. (or 50 lbs.) Bags that are overweight may incur additional charges or will not be allowed in the vehicle if it does not fit. Personal items: Personal items, such as purses, backpacks, and laptop bags, must fit under your seat or in your lap. They usually have a maximum size of 8 in x 18 in x 14 in. NOTICE: Inform the Tour Operator before you book your services, if you have extra luggage, and or oversized luggage, so the Tour Operator will suggest to you on the type of Product option you should select.
Luggage allowance, Extra/Oversize luggage or items: Your service includes only one (1) checked bag up to 50 lbs. and one (1) carry-on up to 20 lbs. It's the customer's responsibility to (1) ensure the Product option they have selected can accommodate their luggage plus the number of passengers, and (2) to inform the Tou/Service Operator if they have additional luggage, extra large/oversize luggage or items. If the customer fails to notify the Tour/Service Operator in regards these items; at the TourService Operator discretion, they can either request for a large or an additional vehicles (if one is available) at the Customers expenses in order to to accommodate the items listed outside the allowance given, and or charge an additional fee per the additional and or extra large/oversize luggage or items. Such fee should not be less than $15.00 per item nor over $25.00 per item.
In the event the Tour/Service Operator cannot accommodate the extra luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or extra passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the booking, the customer(s) have the option to either (1) request an addition vehicle from the Tour/Service Operator (if one is available) by making a new reservation and paid for the additional service/vehicle, (2) hire a third party to handle the additional luggage, oversize-luggage, and or extra customers. For safety, and or to prevent additional weight in the vehicle that will incur additional costs, the Tour/Service Operator reserves the right to refuse to carry the additional luggage, and or oversize-luggage, and or additional passengers that were not listed and or mentioned in the reservation. No refunds will be given for unused services.
Pickup from airport or cruise port: Once outside your arrival terminal (arrival level) go to the Passenger Pickup location and caqll tghe tour operator directly at their phone number. From any other location, please be ready at your designated pickup location within 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup. Notes: On the day of your tour, call the tour operator directly at their local phone number.
About Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a vibrant, multicultural city known for its Hollywood glamour, sunny beaches, and diverse cultural attractions. From iconic landmarks to world-class dining and entertainment, LA offers a unique blend of urban excitement and natural beauty.
Top Attractions
Hollywood Walk of Fame
A must-visit for film and entertainment enthusiasts, the Hollywood Walk of Fame features over 2,700 stars embedded in the sidewalk, honoring celebrities in the entertainment industry.
Historical
1-2 hours
Free
Santa Monica Pier
An iconic beachfront amusement park with a Ferris wheel, roller coaster, and numerous rides, the Santa Monica Pier offers fun for all ages.
Entertainment
Half day
Free entry, rides cost extra
Griffith Observatory
A public observatory offering stunning views of the Los Angeles skyline and the Hollywood Sign, as well as educational exhibits about space and astronomy.
Nature
2-3 hours
Free (some exhibits and shows have fees)
The Getty Center
A world-renowned art museum featuring European paintings, drawings, sculptures, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts, and photographs.
Museum
Half day
Free (parking fee applies)
Venice Beach
A vibrant beach community known for its boardwalk, street performers, and eclectic shops, as well as its beautiful sandy beaches.
Beach
Half day
Free
Must-Try Local Dishes
Fish Tacos
A popular street food item featuring grilled or fried fish in a tortilla, topped with salsa and crema.
Lunch/Dinner
Can be made with various types of fish, vegetarian options available.
Korean BBQ
A staple of LA's Korean food scene, featuring marinated meats grilled at the table and served with side dishes.
Dinner
Contains meat, vegetarian options available at some restaurants.
Avocado Toast
A trendy dish featuring toasted bread topped with mashed avocado, often garnished with eggs, tomatoes, or other toppings.
Breakfast/Brunch
Vegetarian, vegan options available.
Tacos al Pastor
A traditional Mexican taco featuring marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit and served on corn tortillas with pineapple.
Lunch/Dinner
Contains pork, vegetarian options available at some restaurants.
Popular Activities
Hiking in Griffith Park
Rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park
Surfing in Malibu
Beach day in Santa Monica
Spa day in Beverly Hills
Yoga in Venice Beach
Visiting museums in Downtown LA
Exploring historic sites in Olvera Street
Best Time to Visit
April to May, September to November
The peak seasons offer pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and ideal conditions for outdoor activities. This is the best time to visit for comfortable sightseeing and exploring the city's attractions.
15-25°C
59-77°F
Practical Information
Language
- Official: English
- Widely spoken: Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog
- English: Widely spoken
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Time Zone
Pacific Time Zone (PT), GMT-8 (Standard Time), GMT-7 (Daylight Saving Time)
Electricity
120VV, 60HzHz
Safety Information
Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe
LA is generally safe for tourists, but some areas can be risky, especially at night. Stay aware of your surroundings and take precautions to protect your belongings.
Important Precautions:
- • Keep valuables secure
- • Be cautious at night and in less touristy areas
- • Use reputable tour operators and transportation services
Getting there
By air
- Los Angeles International Airport • 20 km from city center
- Bob Hope Airport • 30 km from city center
By train
Union Station
By bus
Union Station, Greyhound Bus Station
Getting around
Public transport
The Metro Rail system includes several subway and light rail lines that cover most of the city. It's a convenient and affordable way to get around.
Taxis
Available • Apps: Uber, Lyft
Rentals
Car, Bike, Scooter
Neighborhoods
Hollywood
Santa Monica
Downtown LA
Venice
Beverly Hills
Day trips
Santa Barbara
150 km from LA • Full day
A charming coastal city known for its Spanish architecture, wineries, and beautiful beaches.
Disneyland Resort
50 km from LA • Full day
A world-famous theme park featuring Disney characters, rides, and attractions for all ages.
Joshua Tree National Park
200 km from LA • Full day or overnight
A unique desert landscape featuring iconic Joshua trees, rock formations, and hiking trails.
Festivals
Hollywood Bowl Summer Concert Series • June to September
LA Pride • June
LA County Fair • September to October
Pro tips
- Use public transportation or walk whenever possible to avoid traffic and parking issues
- Book tickets in advance for popular attractions and events
- Explore beyond the tourist hotspots for a more local experience
- Be prepared for traffic and congestion, especially during peak hours
- Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun, as LA can be hot and sunny year-round
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