Top 15 2-Hour Experiences in Los Angeles

1.2-Hour Hollywood Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 461 reviews · from $45Our pick

Ride a small sightseeing bus through Hollywood, the Hollywood Hills, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, and Rodeo Drive. A certified guide handles the traffic and commentary, with guides such as Sal, Steve, and Freddy praised for humor and local tips. The open bus can be chilly, and the Hollywood sign may appear distant.

“We read all the good reviews and decided to go on this tour instead of driving around on our own, mainly to get the live guide who knew the traffic, iconic spots and background information of people and places. BUT, this was a terrible experiRead more”

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2.2-Hour Hollywood, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills Open Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 290 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Ride through Hollywood, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Laurel Canyon, and the Hollywood Hills with a guide such as Disco, George, Sammy, or Steven. Expect music, local stories, celebrity homes, Rodeo Drive, and quick photo views, but few stops and no guaranteed close-up house pictures.

“Tour guide Sammy is lovely and really knowledgable. I have no negatives about the tour itself or the company/guide, but what I will say is central Hollywood e.g. the walk of the fame isn’t what we thought it would be! It’s not so glam, more Blackpool (Brits will understand what I mean there!) or could compare it a bit to Freemont street in Vegas, once glam but not so much now, quite tacky and very overcrowded. But apart from that it was super interesting to see the homes of the rich and famous (those that still live here, not many!) and Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, plus Sunset plaza, lots…”

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3.2-Hour Hollywood Trail Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 256 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Ride a calm horse through Griffith Park with an English-speaking guide such as Dixie, Tim, or Carla. Expect a slow, single-file pace, Hollywood sign and Griffith Observatory views, city panoramas, and help with photos. No riding experience is needed, but the trail runs near steep edges.

“The most amazing experience. Tim was great and the views were amazing! A once in a lifetime opportunity worth doing!”

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4.Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Meet Fun Surf LA near Santa Monica Beach for a two-hour lesson with 20 to 30 minutes of beach instruction, 50 to 60 minutes in the water, and extra practice time. Foam boards and wetsuits are included. The lesson suits beginners and intermediate surfers age 12 and up.

“Fun instructors, very chill, best jokes, best rock-skipping technique (& low-key competition), showed us multiple ways and options to get on the surfboard and stay on for waves, kept us safe in the water, and all around made sure it was a great time on the beach surfing! The cool instructors also wear really cool surfing hats -- now I want one! And mineral reef-safe sunscreens for the win!! 10/10 A++ would book and do again!”

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5.2 1/2 Hour Private Tour of Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Bel Air

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews

Spend about 2.5 hours with David Rogers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, visiting Hollywood Boulevard, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, and celebrity neighborhoods. Pickup is offered, and the route can shift toward the sights and photo stops you care about most.

“A nostalgic tour of all the LA highlights, hot spots, stars homes along with lots of stories of Hollywood from back in the day! A great overview for our first day of arrival!”

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6.LA Half Day City Tour and 2-Hour Celebrity Homes Tour Combo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Start at the Hollywood Walk of Fame for a small-group tour through Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Griffith Observatory, and LA’s film districts, then tour celebrity homes in the Hollywood Hills. Guides such as Jeff, Chad, Joe, and Kelly bring local stories, but timing between the two tour portions can vary.

“We had a wonderful experience. Jeff, our tour guide was exceptional. He was able to give us so much information and history of Los Angeles. Thank you, Jeff for making this a memorable experience. We learned so much and enjoyed every aspect of this tour. We would highly recommend.”

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7.2-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $145

Meet Kapowui Surf Lessons at the Venice-Santa Monica border for a two-hour beginner lesson. Your instructor supplies the board and wetsuit, teaches safety and technique on the sand, then works with you in the water. Dale is praised for patient, supportive coaching.

“Dale was excellent - he was very patient and supportive while trying to learn the ins and outs of surfing!”

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8.Long Beach: 2-Hour Private Group Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours

Captain Ryan takes your private group of up to six from Rainbow Harbor aboard a 42-foot motor yacht. Expect Queen Mary views, harbor scenery, possible dolphins or sea lions, professional photos, Bluetooth music, and an optional swim near Island White.

“We had such a nice time with Captain Ryan and it was very kid-friendly! I would highly recommend to anyone!!”

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9.2-Hour Kayak or Paddleboard with Sea Lions in Marina del Rey

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Meet your guide at Mother's Beach for a two-hour kayak or SUP outing through Marina del Rey. You’ll learn basic technique and safety, paddle past yachts, and search for sea lions, birds, and dolphins. Guides such as Walker, Tyler, Josh, and Tanya have led this relaxed, beginner-friendly trip.

“My husband and I had such an amazing time on this excursion! It ended up being just us two on the tour and we were so thankful that Walker still look us out! It was such an amazing experience and Walker was so knowledgeable about the Marina and the wildlife that we were seeing! We got to see a lot of seals up close and personal and had a great day out on the water! After the tour was over Walker gave us some suggestions on places to visit while in California and some tips on places to travel the next time we’re in town! I highly recommend this tour…”

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10.2 Hour Private Tour – Hollywood and Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $167

Spend two hours with a private guide such as Ben, Craig, Jim, or Mark, touring Beverly Hills, Hollywood Hills, Bel Air, Holmby Hills, and the Sunset Strip. Expect celebrity-home stories, movie sites, photo stops, bottled water, and a scavenger hunt for children.

“Booking and making adjustments was a breeze. Our tour guide Mark was amazing!! Spend the extra couple of $ and do a private tour- it is soooo worth it!!”

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11.2-Hour Shared Celebrities Home Tours in Hollywood

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 34 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Best value

Ride through Hollywood and Beverly Hills in a shared vehicle with a driver-guide, stopping for the Beverly Hills sign and a possible Hollywood sign photo. The route passes celebrity homes, Sunset Strip venues, Rodeo Drive, palm-lined streets, and famous billboards. Groups can reach 28 people.

“The van we were picked up in was old and very dirty. The driver didn’t talk very much but when he did it was interesting. Driving past the homes I wanted to see was driving to fast passing them”

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12.Demystifying Art at The Getty —Two Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend two hours at Los Angeles’ Getty Center with a private English-speaking guide such as Ellen, Sasha, Alexandra, or Neema. Use timed entry, focus on favorite art or a special exhibition, and learn why paintings feature nudes, skulls, flowers, and vivid religious colors.

“We have been on a LOT of museum / art tours around the world. This one was hands down our favorite across the family. We had 3 kids age 8- 13 and 3 adults. Ellen is simply fabulous and incredibly knowledgable. She is amazing. We all had fun and learned a ton too!”

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13.2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $285

Meet Jake, Jeff, or another Badass Surf School instructor at the blue VW bus on Santa Monica Beach. Your two-hour private lesson covers ocean safety, paddling, wave timing, pop-ups, and surf etiquette before you practice in the water with your own group.

“Jake and his staff were amazing! We couldn't think of any better way to be Californian than to have the kids surf. We are from Florida - and it was the kids first visit to the west coast. While I had researched different surf schools prior to our trip, we opted for flexibility in our schedule and didn't book anything prior to our arrival. We saw BASS set up on the beach for their summer camp. And even though we met Jake at about 3pm, after having taught a whole day of camp, he put in full effort to teach my kiddos how to surf for over 2 hours...at the…”

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14.2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99

Meet Fun Surf LA in Santa Monica for a private two-hour lesson at Venice Beach. Jonathan may coach you through land drills and water practice, with a board and wetsuit included. The lesson suits beginners through advanced surfers, with a minimum age of seven.

“Jonathan was an incredible teacher, and finally helped me drop in and catch waves the real way! I have been trying to teach myself on a 6 foot short board for the last two years with minimal results and enjoyment. This one session straightened a lot of things out for me. Gotta do it!”

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15.2-Hour Group Surf Lesson in Venice Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69

Meet at 20 Bicknell Ave for a two-hour beginner-friendly surf lesson near Santa Monica and Venice Beach. You’ll learn beach technique, spend up to an hour with an instructor in the water, then practice on an 8 or 9-foot foam board. Lessons are limited to 12 people and welcome ages 12 and up.

“Keanu was an excellent guide!!!! We’ve NEVER surfed at all before (we are 48 & 50) and he helped us both catch the waves in the right time!! Thanks, Keanu, for giving us such a fun memory! Tip: bring a towel, wear your swimsuit under your clothes, you put wetsuit on in the parking lot.”

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