Hollywood: the Real Walking Tour

On our Hollywood tour we go back in time to when the name first appeared on maps in the 1880’s, then we’ll tell you how and why the start-up movie industry first moved to this small farming town in the early twentieth century. By walking the streets of Hollywood you’ll get the chance to discover the many hidden historic sites in the area (such as the oldest house in Hollywood, where Charlie Chaplin’s kids went to school), as well offering you the best up close and personal experiences of such icons as the Walk of Fame, the Capitol Records Building, the Egyptian Theater, the Dolby Theater (the home of the Oscars) and the TCL Chinese Theater where your Hollywood tour ends, in the perfect place to get lunch or get some great shots of the Hollywood Sign for Instagram. * Tour starts at 10am daily * Children under 12 y.o. gain free entry

1. 1

   Pantages Theatre

   10 min

   The tour starts here at 10am and you'll learn the fascinating (and scandalous) history of the famous theatre.

2. 2

   Capitol Records Building

   10 min

   Admire the famous mural Hollywood Jazz and learn about this groundbreaking building.

3. 3

   Hollywood

   20 min

   What was Hollywood like before it became HOLLYWOOD? Where did the name come from? We answer these - and many other - questions.

4. 4

   Hollywood Walk of Fame

   10 min

   Discover why and how the iconic Walk of Fame came to be.

5. 5

   Hollywood Sign

   10 min

   Learn the history of the iconic sign, it's unveiling a hundred years ago is one reason we call the entertainment industry here Hollywood.

6. 6

   Egyptian Theatre

   10 min

   Why is this famous theatre designed in the Egyptian style? And who is Sid Grauman? Find out the answers on this tour!

7. 7

   Hollywood & Highland

   10 min

   Los Angeles' Times Square can be daunting, but we'll whisk you through the crowds and show you the hidden history.

8. 8

   Dolby Theatre

   10 min

   Home of the annual Academy Awards. Need we say more?

9. 9

   TCL Chinese Theatres

   10 min

   Find out why, when and how stars began putting their feet and hands in concrete here. Also learn the secret history of the Oscars.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
• Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.