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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12.2-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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13.Evening 2-Hour Hollywood Horseback Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $175

Meet your guide at Sunset Ranch Hollywood, just minutes from Hollywood Boulevard, then ride at an easy pace through Griffith Park. You will see the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and downtown Los Angeles from the hills. No riding experience is needed, but the 240-pound limit is strict.

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14.Long Beach: 2-Hour Guided Jet Ski Coastal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $335

You’ll meet your English-speaking guide at Jetski2Catalina, complete a 10-minute safety briefing, then ride a Sea-Doo for two hours along the California coast. Choose a route toward Palos Verdes or Huntington Beach based on ocean conditions, with stops for views, photos, and dolphin watching.

“I booked 2 jet skis and they only gave us one jet ski.”

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15.Guided Two hours Jetski Coastal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $335

Spend about two hours on a guided jetski ride from Long Beach, cruising near shore toward Palos Verdes and Huntington Pier. Guides such as George and Michael help you stay on course while you enjoy views of the Queen Mary, Cabrillo Beach, harbor wildlife, and possible dolphin sightings. Riders must be at least 12.

“George and Michael were awesome guides. They guided us to where we needed to go, but the rest was up to us. So Awesome to be able to have that experience. Nothing like going 50 mph on a jet ski, flying on the open water”

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