5 Bar Tours in Los Angeles to Build a Day Around

1.LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Spend two hours walking Hollywood Boulevard, hearing ghost stories, and stopping for drinks at three historic venues. Guides such as Cassie, Bennie, Bob, Brian, and Nick add trivia, film lore, and true crime tales. Drinks cost extra, and the tour is for ages 21 and over.

“The history of the bars. Appreciated the knowledge of Bob. The bars were accommodating. I would definitely do a different tour with the company.”

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2.LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 23 reviews · 2 hours · from $30Best value

Meet your lantern-carrying US Ghost Adventures guide at Hollywood and Highland for a two-hour, 21-plus walk through haunted bars and Old Hollywood lore. You’ll visit four bars, hear about Boardner’s, Musso and Frank’s, Marilyn Monroe, Chaplin, and paranormal hotspots. Drinks cost extra, and dress codes apply.

“Bob was an excellent guide who gave really good drink recommendations for all persons who attended. Also the bars get increasingly classier which was a great addition”

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3.Hollywood Speakeasy Bar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $100Top rated

Join a small group at 6 p.m. for a 3-hour walk through Hollywood’s bars, rooftops, and old movie haunts. Guides such as Paul, Sam, and Matt share local stories while you visit places including Frolic Room, Musso & Frank, No Vacancy, and the Hollywood Roosevelt. Dinner tapas are included, but drinks cost extra.

“Great, small tour. A great way to get out on the town as a solo traveler. The guide was very entertaining and knew so much Hollywood history!”

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4.2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $54

Join Ebird Express in Glendale for a roughly two-hour pedal party bike ride with karaoke, LED lights, Bluetooth music, water, and two bar stops. Bring your own alcohol, sing along, and return to the starting point. Hosts Chris and Chris have helped make birthday and team events feel personal.

“My husband and I had the time of our lives celebrating his birthday on the Ebird Express Bike Tour! We were treated like royalty and didn't actually have to pedal, so don't worry about working up a sweat, unless you want to! Bring your own beer, and the bartender will serve up drinks while playing karaoke tunes for you to sing your heart out to. I can't wait to do this again - with a group of friends next time!”

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5.Speakeasy Bar Hopping Tour with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $159

Spend 2.5 hours with an English-speaking guide visiting three Hollywood speakeasies, including a 1920s-style bar, a circus-themed cocktail den, and a Latin music venue. Your starter cocktail, reservations, and admission are included, while extra drinks and transportation are not.

“From the moment we met Harrison, we knew we were in for a great night. His warm welcome set the tone for what turned out to be an exceptional tour of LA’s local bar scene. Harrison's insider knowledge led us to hidden gems that only the locals are privy to, each with its own unique atmosphere and delightful drinks. Not only did Harrison show us the vibrant nightlife of Hollywood, but he also made sure we enjoyed every moment with his impeccable hosting skills. He was attentive, engaging, and full of fascinating stories that brought the city to life. It's rare to find a guide who combines such personal touch…”

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