Hop-on Hop-off & Warner Bros Tour

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Discover LA’s magic with a Hop-on Hop-off tour and Warner Bros. Studio experience. Explore Hollywood, Downtown, and coastal routes, plus behind-the-scenes movie magic.

Duration: 2 days

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Hollywood - Hollywood, CA is iconic, bustling with entertainment. The Dolby Theatre, home to the Oscars, and the historic TCL Chinese Theatre draw crowds. El Capitan Theatre offers movie magic, while the Egyptian Theatre hosts film events. Funko Pops Hollywood is a haven for pop culture enthusiasts, and Netflix has a strong presence. Amidst glitz…

Hollywood - Hollywood, CA is iconic, bustling with entertainment. The Dolby Theatre, home to the Oscars, and the historic TCL Chinese Theatre draw crowds. El Capitan Theatre offers movie magic, while the Egyptian Theatre hosts film events. Funko Pops Hollywood is a haven for pop culture enthusiasts, and Netflix has a strong presence. Amidst glitz and glamour, this zip code pulses with the heartbeat of the entertainment industry, attracting visitors worldwide.
Beverly Hills - Beverly Hills, a symbol of luxury and prestige, is synonymous with opulence. With Rodeo Drive as its crown jewel, it’s a shopping paradise for high-end fashionistas. The iconic Beverly Hills Hotel exudes old Hollywood charm, while the palm-lined streets showcase lavish mansions. Fine dining establishments cater to discerning palates, and the lush parks offer serene escapes. Beverly Hills epitomizes glamour, drawing visitors seeking a taste of the high life.
Santa Monica - Santa Monica is a coastal gem in California, known for its vibrant atmosphere and stunning beaches. Palisades Park offers breathtaking ocean views, while the Santa Monica Pier beckons with its iconic Ferris wheel and lively entertainment. Third Street Promenade boasts shopping and dining galore, and the beachfront is perfect for leisurely strolls or catching waves. With its blend of natural beauty and urban charm, Santa Monica is a quintessential destination for visitors and locals alike.
Venice Beach - Venice Beach, CA, embodies eclectic charm. Its iconic boardwalk buzzes with activity, from street performers to vendors. Skateboarders weave through crowds, while artists showcase their work. Muscle Beach attracts fitness enthusiasts, and the vibrant graffiti walls are a canvas for urban art. Trendy cafes and shops line the streets, reflecting Venice’s bohemian vibe. With its lively atmosphere and stunning sunsets, Venice Beach is a must-visit destination along the California coast.
Downtown - Downtown Los Angeles is a vibrant hub of culture and commerce. Skyscrapers define the skyline, housing corporate headquarters and trendy lofts. Historic landmarks like the Bradbury Building and Union Station stand alongside modern structures like the Walt Disney Concert Hall. The bustling streets host a diverse mix of eateries, from food trucks to upscale restaurants. Art galleries, museums, and theaters offer endless entertainment options. With its blend of history, innovation, and creativity, Downtown LA is a dynamic epicenter of urban life.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood - Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood brings you closer to the entertainment you love. Explore our iconic 110-acre backlot that brought to life Batman, Argo, The Big Bang Theory, Casablanca, Pretty Little Liars, La La Land, Friends, Gilmore Girls and more. Our knowledgeable Tour Guides will take you behind-the-lens and show you how and where TV and movie magic is made. Our 3-hour Studio Tour includes both guided (2 hours) and self-guided (1 hour) visits to various areas throughout the backlot.

What's Included

Audio commentary in 9 languages
Souvenir earbuds
Access to all 3 routes on the Hop-on Hop-off
Entry tickets to Warner Bros. Studios

What's Not Included

No food or drinks provided
No transportation

Additional Information

Embark on the ultimate Los Angeles adventure with CitySightseeing’s Hop-on Hop-off Tour, combined with the Warner Bros Studios Tour! Explore the magic of LA hassle-free, with three diverse routes:

Dive into Hollywood and Beverly Hills’ glamour with the Red Route.
Immerse in Downtown LA’s culture on the Purple Route.
Enjoy coastal bliss in Santa…

Location

1736 N Orange Dr

North Orange Drive

Our office is located inside the Ovation Hollywood Shopping Mall on the 2nd floor, suit #203. Public parking is available in the underground garage accessible from Highland Ave. in front of Loews Hollywood. Enjoy up to 2 hours for $3 with validation by StarLine Tours.

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Mar 23, 2024

Class - informative - Warner Brothers Studios Tour. In the main building where you arrive there is/are a drinks counter/Starbucks, toilets and a merchandise shop. We got there early, but were still able to get started straight away. So it wasn't as limited in time as stated on the map. We were also able to change the type of tour at the checkout. I guess they don't differ much either. There are 23 different topics. The driver will probably just tell you something different and from the outside studio buildings you will simply see another house from the inside. You are carted around the outdoor studio area in an open car that can hold around 12 people, stopping at a few houses where you can take a quick look and also passing through an indoor studio (stage) where no filming is currently taking place. Depending on the tour, the driver then tells relevant stories, incidents and background knowledge. Ours was very relaxed, but still experienced and it was really interesting to see everything. Unfortunately you are only allowed to create very short video sequences, otherwise I would have liked to have simply filmed the entire tour. And taking photos from the car or in a group is always difficult because there is always something/someone in the way. There are various exterior structures from the 1950s, modern office building mock-ups, schools, parking lots, a park, a Mexican market square, smaller town centers with a church,... and the driver then explains everything that has already been filmed here: The Big Bang Theory, Gilmore Girls, Gremlins, Casablanca, Friends, Harry Potter, Star Wars, Batman, Spiderman, Matrix, The Girl with a Pearl Earring, La La Land, Bugs Bunny, Lethal Weapon,… Then there is a small jungle area with a bamboo forest and an (empty) pond that has been used for tons of films: Lord of the Rings, Jurassic Park and J.A.G. On behalf of honor. Depending on which background is desired, the entire outdoor area is simply hidden using a green or blue screen and something else is displayed. So it can be a lake, a raging sea or just a pond. A house that we were allowed into looked pretty shabby from the outside and inside. Worn floor, peeling paint. There is no ceiling, because the camera team sits upstairs with all the technology, huge lights, microphones, exhaust pipes,... The whole thing is then painted out for recordings, set up accordingly and retouched later anyway. Taken from a distance, everything looks much neater or even real, e.g. depth posters that suggest that there is a hallway or a pool that is actually just 30 cm deep... On the site with the indoor studios (stages) there are huge, soundproofed halls (all painted light brown). There are numbers on the outside and what is being filmed there. If a red lamp lights up at the entrance, it means that something is being turned there and entry is then prohibited. He then let us into one of these studios, but there was a complete ban on photography and filming. It was a huge hall covered with thick, black soundproofing mats. Different rooms are recreated inside, a kitchen, a living room, a garden with a swimming pool. After about an hour you are then dropped off at a building that houses a café (with toilets) and two museums (as a tour). They are sorted according to different subject areas: Friends, Big Bang, Batman, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, Matrix,... Here you are shown the corresponding costumes and props, sets are recreated and it is partly explained how some of these shots and tricks work. Or what the process of a film is like, from casting to reading the script, turning the script into a sequence comic and then the actual shooting. How the film material then has to be changed and pimped up in color so that it looks like the real thing (everyone knows from photos, where the lawn just doesn't look as nice and green as it does in real life) or is colored to have a retro effect or more sunshine or cold winter. And you also learn how old films are restored, how sound recordings are dubbed and synchronized. So the look behind the scenes at how a film is made was amazing. It changed the understanding of films even more, what a Sisyphean task there is. And you could try out a lot of the work yourself, for example dubbing a scene. Or take pictures in front of a green screen. Sit on a Batmobile (motorcycle), pretend to ride it or play Quidditch while riding a broom (Harry Potter) and the background image is shown in the end sequence. You can easily spend another hour there. Once you've seen everything (at your own pace), there are buses waiting outside that will take you back to the main building at the back. For the Friends fans, the driver stopped at the park with the typical orange sofa and you could take photos there. In the main building there is also a museum for a tour, with famous film themes, costumes and setups. And behind that is the entrance hall with Starbucks, shop and restrooms.