About this experience
Get an introduction to the famed beaches of Los Angeles, from Santa Monica to Venice Beach, on this 3-hour tour. Travel by comfortable Mercedes van, hopping out to explore each destination on foot with a guide. Sights include Santa Monica Pier; Venice Beach Boardwalk and its Muscle Beach; and the affluent seaside communities of Marina del Rey.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
How to Plan Los Angeles by Region, Light, and Distance
Build a Los Angeles day around one region, honest travel time, changing light, and enough room to understand the place between stops.
Los Angeles Without One Center
A practical way to use regions and neighborhood names without flattening Los Angeles into one downtown or one story.
Reading the Los Angeles River
Choose a named river reach, check current conditions, and understand the corridor as infrastructure, habitat, and community space.
What is included
- Narration by a professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned luxury vehicle
- Bottled Water and Small Snacks
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary and highlights
Let us transport you from your point of origin to the glorious beaches of West Los Angeles: Venice Beach, Santa Monica, and Malibu. On this extensive tour you will stroll the famous Third Street Promenade, the instantly recognizable Santa Monica Pier with its attendant amusement park, the offbeat weirdness of the Boardwalk at Venice Beach, the weight pens of Muscle Beach and some delightful beach homes, all under the purple hazy backdrop of the hills of Malibu.
Marina del Rey is an unincorporated seaside community in Los Angeles County, California, with an eponymous harbor that is a major boating and water recreation destination of the greater Los Angeles area. The port is North America's largest man-made small-craft harbor and is home to approximately 5,000 boats.
The Venice Canal Historic District is embedded in the residential Venice suburb of Los Angeles, California. The historic district is noteworthy for possessing man-made wetland canals, built in 1905 by developer Abbot Kinney as part of his Venice of America.
Muscle Beach started in 1934, primarily with gymnastics, and has evolved in to the current outdoor weightlifting gym. It is considered one of the key contributors in attracting professional bodybuilders and strength lifters.
Venice Beach and Boardwalk is a popular locale for tourists and locals alike. It contains the famous outdoor Muscle Beach gym, public modern art, street performers, and arts. It is a center for shopping and play for everyone.
The iconic Santa Monica Pier is a 100 year old entertainment center on the water. It contains a family amusement park, several restaurants, fair-themed food booths, an arcade, and is always busy with public concert, movies, and events.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our office is located on the 1st floor of the Marsel Plaza behind the glass elevator. Parking is available, the entry to the garage is on Whitworth Dr. There is also parking available on Whitworth Dr, Alfred St, Orlando Ave, or La Jolla Ave. - Please call us if you have any trouble.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Another Side Of Los Angeles Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- Tours operate rain or shine
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What ticket age bands are listed?
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
Traveller reviews and photos
Traveller experiences load when you reach this section.
