Los Angeles Discover Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, LA Bus & Sightseeing Tours

Discover Los Angeles with our 1-day Discover Ticket. Explore the city across 2 different routes, enjoying views of iconic landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame and Rodeo Drive.

Pick the route that suits your city break itinerary, or simply spend a day (or 2) hopping on and off them all. There are 2 main routes covering the most iconic Los Angeles landmarks and attractions, giving you the chance to see the city from a different perspective.

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 rejoin 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.

2 Routes to Explore

Covering all the best bits.

Hop on the Hollywood Loop and let us show you around the playground of the rich and famous. Hop off to selfie in front of the Hollywood Sign and shop on Rodeo Drive. Then take our Beach Loop for a more laidback tour of the city. Hop off to take a dip at Venice Beach or ride the historic carousel at Santa Monica Pier.

Free Mobile App

Now with live bus arrival times!

Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our new live bus arrival times feature shows you exactly where the bus is along the route, along with an ETA for your nearest stop! This gives you the freedom to make the most of your time exploring. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, stop images, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with the Big Bus Tours App!

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.

RED ROUTE 

Complete Tour Duration: 2 Hours 

Frequency: Every 30-45 Minutes

Schedule and Departure Times (First and last bus shown for each stop):

• 10:00 - 16:30 Big Bus Visitor Center Hollywood - 6763 Hollywood Boulevard (by the Big Bus Tours Visitors Center)

• 10:01 - 16:31 TCL Chinese Theatre - 6911 Hollywood Blvd (In front of Chinese Theatre)

• 10:07 - 16:37 Guitar Center “Rock Walk” - 7425 W Sunset Boulevard (in front of Guitar Center)

• 10:12 - 16:42 The Comedy Store - 8433 W Sunset Boulevard (in front of the Comedy Store)

• 10:17 - 16:47 West Hollywood - 1019 N San Vicente Blvd (opposite the London Hotel)

• 10:25 - 16:55 Beverly Gardens Park - 9385 Santa Monica Blvd (between Cannon & Crescent Drives, beside "Playground" public artwork)

• 10:49 - 17:19 Beverly Center - 8500 Beverly Blvd. (bus stop outside Macy's Men)

• 11:05 - 17:35 La Brea Tar Pits / LACMA / Petersen Museum / Academy Museum - 675 S Curson Ave (in front of Hancock Park La Brea)

• 11:15 - 17:45 Farmers Market / The Grove - 110 S. Fairfax Avenue (outside Farmer's Market parking lot)

• 11:20 - 17:50 Melrose Ave Shopping - 7280 W Melrose Ave (in front of the Groundlings Theater School)

• 11:27 - 17:57 Paramount Studios - N Gower & Camerford Ave (Next to Stage 23)
• 11:40 - 18:10 Hollywood and Vine - 6263 Hollywood Blvd (in front of Pantages Theatre)

BLUE ROUTE 

Complete Tour Duration: 90 Minutes

Frequency: 5 Departures Per Day

Schedule and Departure Times:

• 10:45, 11:45, 13:00, 14:00, 15:15 - Beverly Gardens Park - 9385 Santa Monica Blvd (between Cannon & Crescent Drives, beside "Playground" public artwork)
  

• 11:15, 12:15, 13:30, 14:30, 15:45 - Santa Monica Pier - 1540 Second Street (by McDonalds)

• 11:25, 12:25, 13:40, 14:40, 15:55 - Santa Monica Beach - 2600 Barnard Way (by Ocean Park)

• 11:30, 12:30, 13:45, 14:45, 16:00 - Venice Boardwalk - 3400 Barnard Way

• 11:35, 12:35, 13:50, 14:50, 16:05 Main Street - 2427 Main St (outside Santa Monica Visitor Center)