What a celebrity homes tour is
A celebrity homes tour is a guided drive past houses in Beverly Hills and the Hollywood Hills. The usual route points are Beverly Hills, the Hollywood Hills, the Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive. You see the outside of homes from public streets. You do not go inside, and no tour can promise that you will meet a resident.
The houses on the route change from tour to tour for privacy reasons. For the same reason this page names no addresses and no private persons. Prices below are as of 2026 and can change.
Our picks: celebrity homes tours
Our take: the open-top hop-on bus lets you set your own pace; the half-day city tour gives you free time at the stops; the open-air bus is the classic celebrity homes ride.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Open-top hop-on hop-off bus
- Open-top double-decker
- Audio commentary
- 24 to 72 hours by option
A 24, 48 or 72-hour pass for the open-top double-decker, with audio commentary.
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Half-day LA city tour with stops
- Air-conditioned bus
- Driver-guide
- Stops with free time
Five and a half hours in an air-conditioned bus with a driver-guide and free time at the stops.
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Hollywood and Beverly Hills open-air bus tour
- Guide
- Open-air bus
Two to five and a half hours by open-air bus with a guide, past celebrity homes and through Beverly Hills.
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Bus and van tours through Beverly Hills and the Hollywood Hills, with live prices and availability.
What you see and what you do not
Set your expectations before you board.
Houses from the street
The tour passes homes on public streets. The guide chooses which houses to point out, and the selection varies.
Landmarks on the way
Route points include the Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Ask the booking page which of them the tour covers and whether it stops.
No interiors
No tour offers entry to private homes. Treat any promise of a visit or a meeting with a resident with suspicion.
Not a sign tour
This is not a walk to the Hollywood Sign. For that, see the Hollywood Sign tours and the hike guide.
Rules in Beverly Hills
Public streets are not an open invitation.
Beverly Hills sets rules for sightseeing vehicles. Passengers may not board or get off in residential areas, and stopping and loading are only allowed in approved zones. A tour therefore cannot pull over on every villa street. Engines may not run in the designated loading and staging zones, open loudspeakers are not allowed on the tour vehicles, and a headphone rule applies. Follow your guide's instructions, and keep your voice down when you are outside the vehicle near homes.
Be a good guest on residential streets
People live in these houses. If you are allowed out of the vehicle, keep to public sidewalks, do not block driveways and do not photograph people. Respect the privacy that is the reason the route changes.
Choosing a celebrity homes tour
Compare four things.
| Point | What to check | Example (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | Hours on the road, not the booking window | About 2 hours |
| Start | Meeting point and how to get there | A kiosk by the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard |
| Language | English, and other languages on selected dates | English; Spanish on selected dates |
| Price and cancellation | Final price and refund window | $39 to $50; free cancellation up to 48 hours before on some tours |
For most visitors who want houses, the Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive in one trip, a bus tour of about 2 hours that starts in Hollywood is the simplest choice. Inside the last 48 hours, and for no-shows, a tour like this usually gives no refund, so decide early. If you prefer the sign and the view of the city, compare the helicopter flights.
Plan the rest of the day
The tour starts at the boulevard, so combine it with what is nearby.
Some tours meet by the Dolby Theatre, so the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the theatre forecourts are a short walk away. Arrive early enough to see them before you board. If you travel by Metro, the B Line stops at Hollywood/Highland, and the getting there guide lists fares and routes. For more ideas, see things to do in Hollywood.
Celebrity homes tours: frequently asked questions
Can I go inside a celebrity home?
No. The tour passes homes on public streets. No tour offers entry to a private house.
Will I see a celebrity?
No tour can promise it. The houses vary from tour to tour for privacy reasons, and a meeting with a resident is never part of the offer.
Which houses are on the route?
The selection varies. This site names no addresses and no private persons. Your guide decides which houses to point out.
How long does the tour take and how much is it?
A Hollywood and Beverly Hills bus tour takes about 2 hours and costs about $39 to $50 in 2026. Check the final price at checkout.
Can I cancel a celebrity homes tour?
Some tours allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. After that and for no-shows there is no refund. Terms differ, so read them before you book.
Is hollywood-sign.org an official site?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not connected to any tour operator, the City of Beverly Hills or the City of Los Angeles.