LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, from the Hills to the coast.
The 15 best evening experiences in Los Angeles right now. What each trip includes, what it costs, how long it runs, and the operator behind the wheel.
Hollywood night lights in 90 minutes for $49, guided by Starline Tours, plus a 30-minute Griffith Observatory stop with skyline views.
Most Popular“The weather was a bit chilly. It would be a good idea to have some blankets. Other than that everything was perfect.”
Hollywood Stars Tour packs Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign views, Beverly Hills mansions, Rodeo Drive and Sunset Strip into a 2-hour van ride.
“Our driver/tour was excellent (Aaron)!! He gave us a lot of information in a very entertaining manner. He was polite and answered questions. He was helpful in getting us in and out of the van.”
Hollywood sunset walk and hike through Ovation Hollywood, TCL Chinese Theatre, and Runyon Canyon skyline views with guide Scott and Blue.
“Such a great tour and experience! Scott was so knowledgeable, relatable, engaging and warm. He shared a ton of info and showed us around Hollywood like a true insider. The hike was fun and the views were spectacular. Worth every penny!”
Pedal a LED-lit swan boat around Echo Park Lake at night for about an hour or two. Life vest, training, and city views included.
“Be prepared to wait in line even with a reservation. The boat ride was fun and good exercise. My child was kind of bored as she wanted to pedal but was too small.”
Drive a Ferrari California T for 20 minutes from Hollywood Blvd to Sunset Blvd, passing iconic theaters, hotels, and movie landmarks.
“The manager was in a hurry so we did not had the photos we would,too much money not having some minutes for photos”
Sunset Boulevard true-crime and ghost walk at night: $35.10, about 2 hours, iconic stops, small group, views included.
“Planned this months in advance and was told it would probably be canceled at ten that morning, and it was confirmed to be canceled at 5pm, two hours before the tour. The reason was that it wasn’t worth their time if the tour was under two people. It’s just wrong in my opinion to waste…”
A 30-minute Los Angeles night helicopter tour over Hollywood Hills, Downtown lights, Dodger Stadium, and LA Live from Bob Hope Airport.
“It was great”
See Hollywood’s nighttime icons by bus and get free time at Griffith Observatory for close-up Hollywood Sign views and skyline photos.
“Michael really was so fun to listen to and we learned a lot about Hollywood past and present .. loved seeing the old mansions( beautiful) Lucky too , did not have to drive and deal with everything at Griffith Park. Got to see the sunset and view the Hollywood sign .. amazing .. Michael made…”
A private 1-hour Long Beach night yacht cruise from Rainbow Harbor with city light reflections, Bluetooth music, and great photo stops.
“This cruise was great! Ryan was an excellent guide and made it a fun experience. Will be coming back!”
A 1-hour night swan-boat ride on Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach with LED lights, picnic-friendly vibes, and sunset views.
“It was a great experience. The check in was fast and easy . The price is worth the experience for a hour. I definitely enjoyed and recommend the night time version. I loved the LED lights on the swan boats as well as the space available on board. I appreciated being able to bring food…”
20-minute Lamborghini drive from Hollywood to Sunset Blvd with a pro guide, Walk of Fame stops, and top LA landmarks in a private ride.
“Excellent life time experience. I will definitely do it again when I am back. Maddy keep doing this excellent job.”
A private 35-minute sunset-to-night helicopter hop over LA, with headsets and live narration, covering downtown lights, stadiums, and Beverly Hills.
“Really smooth entry and was a wonderful ride. We had clear skies and a red moon so it was magical. Would recommend”
True-crime and haunted stories on LA’s Sunset Strip, stopping at Chateau Marmont and the Viper Room. 2-hour guided walk, $33.
“The guide was brilliant, very enthusiastic and engaging and easily displayed his knowledge on the subject if the tour. Thanks from Stephen and Annette from Dublin,Ireland”
A 90-minute, all-ages Ghosts of Hollywood night walk from TCL Chinese Theatre with eerie tales, iconic stops, and a small-group feel.
“The tour guide was kind but I don’t feel like we learned a whole lot on this tour. It also ended 30 minutes early. It could be a fluke as we encountered another guide doing the same tour and it sounded like some longer stories and explanations. Overall, a bit disappointed and wouldn’t recommend.”
Drive a Ferrari California T from Hollywood to the Sunset Strip in about 20 minutes, with a guide, photos, and optional GoPro.
“Paul was the absolute best!! He made my 11 year -old son and I feel like we were special! He told us information about Hollywood and the ride was so much fun!! My son had a blast! Paul even took pictures for us. I highly recommend this experience!!”
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