Santa Monica Beach & Pier Tours and Tickets

Take in Los Angeles' scenic highlights from the air with a private, 45-minute helicopter tour from Long Beach. Soar over the L.A. harbor and the iconic Queen Mary, and look out towards Catalina Island from the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Fly up the coast past Manhattan Beach and Marina del Rey, bank over Santa Monica pier then head for downtown. See the city's sports centers and gleaming sky scrapers and take in views of the Hollywood Hills and the San Gabriel Mountains before touching back down in Long Beach.

See Los Angeles in style with a 5-hour private tour in a spacious vehicle. Watch for celebrities as you cruise the Walk of Fame past the iconic Chinese Theater, and navigate the roads of Beverly Hills as you spot the stars' sprawling mansions. Continue along Rodeo Drive and the vibrant Sunset Strip, then hit downtown to see the city's most famous sports centers, concert halls and museums. Finish your trip at the Pacific Ocean, where you'll take in Venice Beach, the Santa Monica Pier and miles of perfect, palm-lined beaches.

Want to cover a lot of ground in one day in Los Angeles? This comprehensive tour provides the perfect overview. Search for Hollywood stars on a guided walk, hop on a public bus to the Farmers Market and Beverly Hills, and bicycle to Venice Beach from Santa Monica. Your sightseeing itinerary includes admission to the Paley Center for Media plus insightful commentary on LA's major landmarks and lesser-known gems, from UCLA to Rodeo Drive. Get a feel for local life on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Experience Los Angeles in style and sophistication on a private 7-hour tour, ideal for travelers seeking a personalized experience. During this custom tour, you'll tick off iconic LA sights such as Venice Beach, the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Beach and Pier, Sunset Strip, and many more. Amend your itinerary according to your preferences and stop for as long or as little as you like at iconic Los Angeles landmarks. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

This Private group sightseeing tour shows you the best of Los Angeles. Your driver picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the City of Angels, Stopping at the walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes in Beverly Hills, Designer Shops on Rodeo Drive the iconic Sunset Strip the Hollywood Sign high above the city within Griffith Park  and the beach towns of Santa Monica and Venice beach. Your round trip hotel transport, snacks, water and $5.00 Subway Gift Card are covered.

Explore the star-studded highlights of Los Angeles like a true VIP during this private, 8-hour, vegan-friendly sightseeing excursion. Kick off the day with an energizing cold-pressed juice before traveling by luxury SUV to a range of the top sights in the City of Angels. Take a celebrity-themed trip through Hollywood, discover Rodeo Drive and Beverly Hills, check out the architecture of downtown Los Angeles and explore the sun-kissed beaches and crazy street performers in Venice, plus much more. A private guide and bottled water are also included.

Soar above Los Angeles and Hollywood on a 30-minute helicopter tour from Long Beach, and capture unforgettable photos of the cities' scenic, historic and cultural highlights. Glide up the coast above a series of harbors, ports and sandy beaches, get a glimpse of the Santa Monica Pier and watch for dolphins and whales along the Pacific shoreline. Cruise above Sunset Boulevard and spot rambling estates in Bel Air and Hollywood, then fly low above the iconic Hollywood sign before returning to the coast across the gleaming skyscrapers of downtown Los Angeles.

Take a pedal-powered tour through the beaches and streets of the famous Santa Monica and Venice Beach areas of Los Angeles during this 3-hour electric-powered bike riding trip. Get out of your car and skip the tour bus as you enjoy fresh ocean breezes and laid back riding with a guide aboard an electric bicycle. Cruise the famous canals of Venice and cycle the trails along Santa Monica Beach, choosing if you want to use your own leg power or get a boost from your electric-powered cycle. This L.A. electric bike trip also includes a helmet rental and bottled water.

See more of Los Angeles on a half-day tour with your own private guide. Take in top sights such as the Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier, the Chinese Theater, Hollywood Walk of Fame, LaBrea Tar Pits, and more (depending on traffic conditions). You can customize your itinerary to suit the interests of your group of up to four people on a tour that includes pickup and drop-off from Los Angeles hotels or the airport.

Experience the laid-back vibes of Southern California's most popular beach towns during this 12-hour day trip by air-conditioned coach. Travel everywhere from Venice Beach to Long Beach, stopping at such famous attractions as the Santa Monica Pier, the volleyball pavilion of Huntington Beach, the 'Queen Mary' ocean liner and much more. This day of fun in the sun also includes the commentary of a guide on your coach and admission to the Queen Mary.

Enjoy aerial views of Los Angeles' classic sights with a 60-minute air tour that includes Santa Monica, downtown and the Hollywood Hills. Take off in a 3-passenger airplane, and enjoy commentary from your pilot as you soar above Santa Monica to the Pacific Coast. Spot surfers and dolphins in the breaking surf and bank towards downtown's skyscrapers and stadiums; head for the hills to see the Hollywood Sign and tinseltown studios, catch a glimpse inside the city's exclusive studios, then touch back down at San Fernando's Van Nuys Airport.

Explore the best of L.A. with this 3-day tour. In downtown Los Angeles, visit the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Bradbury Building, the Central Library, and more. Lunch in the Farmer's Market and see the city skyline. On day 2, visit Rodeo Drive, The Grove, Sunset Strip, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Stroll along the Santa Monica Pier and admire coastal views on the final day of your tour.

Traverse Los Angeles and Hollywood in an open bus to explore the city on this full-day tour. See key landmarks such as the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Santa Monica Beach, Griffith Park Observatory, and much more. Learn about each location from your informative guide onboard the bus and stop at four convenient locations throughout the day to explore.

Discover Los Angeles on two wheels with a 1- or 2-day hybrid bike rental from a West Hollywood bicycle shop. Your rental comes with all the safety gear and equipment that you need. Pedal through the Hollywood Hills and Santa Monica, join the crowd at Venice Beach or just watch for your favorite stars as you cruise the Walk of Fame at your own pace.

Discover the best of Los Angeles during this 7-hour highlights trip covering Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Skip the hassles of driving in traffic as your expert guide helps you sample all that LA has to offer. First head to the beach to explore Santa Monica Pier and counterculture vibes of Venice. Then spend the afternoon discovering iconic Hollywood sights like the Walk of Fame and TCL Chinese Theatre. Finish the day amidst the designer boutiques and celebrities of Beverly Hills. A guide, snacks and air-conditioned minivan transport are included.

Bike around Los Angeles' top landmarks and attractions during this 5.5-hour cycling tour. Follow your local guide and listen to informative commentary on a moderately challenging bike route that includes stops like Venice Beach, the Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, Bel Air and Historic Route 66. Beat the city's legendarily terrible traffic by pedaling your own way around town, discovering off-the-beaten-path areas as well as the famous highlights of the City of Angels. Total distance covered is 32-mile (51km); use of all equipment and round-trip Anaheim hotel transportation are included.

Explore Los Angeles on a full-day tour that covers the best of the sprawling city. Hear commentary from your guide as you take in Muscle Beach, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier, then cruise through Hollywood to the Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theater, and Dolby Theater. Get a look at Beverly Hills' celebrity mansions, Rodeo Drive, and the Sunset Strip. Continue to downtown Los Angeles to view landmarks like Walt Disney Concert Hall, L.A. Live, Bradbury Building, and more. Ideal for travelers with limited time.

German-speaking travelers can explore the best of Los Angeles on this incredible tour that includes stops in Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Follow your fluent guide through some of the city's top attractions, like Rodeo Drive, the Walk of Fame and even the Sunset Strip. You'll learn about the history, culture and highlights of Tinsel Town on this memorable tour that provides a great overview for first-time travelers. With a small group limit of just seven travelers, you're guaranteed personalized attention, too!

Take your Los Angeles visit to new heights during this 45-minute air tour above the sublime sights of this Southern California city. Soar like a bird above L.A. landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Santa Monica Pier and the Pacific Coast, choosing between two different route options. Depending on your selection you'll cruise between Santa Monica and Downtown L.A. or Santa Monica and Malibu coastline. Included onboard bottled water and snacks ensure you stay focused on sightseeing and not your stomach.

Explore the best of Los Angeles on this private half-day tour to Hollywood and Santa Monica. Visit famous landmarks such as the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. Listen to stories and facts from your informative guide and pose for photos at famous locations throughout the city.