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15 Best Santa Monica & Venice Beach Tours

The beach-town tours: the pier, the canals and the boardwalk’s permanent carnival, connected by a path made for wandering. Venice’s actual canals surprise people who thought the name was branding.

1.Grand Beach Tour: LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica

Discover LA's top sights including Santa Monica, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Griffith Observatory on this well-reviewed full-day tour for $95.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Excellent for the money. Good overview of LA. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and somewhat entertaining. We got to see lots of diverse areas of LA. There were lots of opportunities to get yummy food. I think the shopping time at rodeo drive could…”

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2.Small-Group Electric Bike Tour of Santa Monica and Venice

Discover Santa Monica and Venice Beach on an electric bike tour. Enjoy coastal views, iconic landmarks, and expert guides on this 3-hour small-group adventure.

★ 5.0

“This was an incredible experience. Our tour guide Steph was great to be with- he has history and current info on the area. First time on electric bikes for our Family of six and all ages- we all felt comfortable. Will do it again in…”

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4.LA Venice Beach Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

Discover Venice Beach with a 3-hour walking food tour featuring local eats, hidden gems, history stories, and small group intimacy for authentic LA flavors.

★ 5.0

“Fabulous introduction to Venice Beach plus variety of delicious food tastings. Guide Steve was extremely personable. Highly recommend this experience. Come hungary.”

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5.All Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica

Explore Los Angeles in one day with this guided bus tour visiting Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica Pier, and Griffith Observatory for iconic sights and stories.

★ 4.5

“Small group tour that took us to the sights of LA. Steve, the driver, was very knowledgable and gave us so much info whether it be the history or gossip of the areas we visited. His recall of facts was amazing! This tour incorporated everything…”

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7.Santa Monica: Bike and eBike Rentals with Map

Discover Santa Monica and Venice Beach on a flexible, self-guided bike tour with eBikes, detailed maps, and family-friendly options for an authentic LA experience.

★ 4.8

“This tour was everything we expected & more. Thoroughly enjoyed it & would do again. Cycling the bridge is a must do when in San Francisco”

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9.Surf Class for Beginners in Venice

Learn to surf in Venice with a beginner-friendly 2-hour lesson, including equipment, small groups, and expert guidance—perfect for first-timers.

★ 5.0

“I was one of two surfers (both beginner) and got plenty of personal lessons from the instructor. The instructor was an experienced surfer from Russia and would get in the water to help us catch the right wave to surf. Highly recommend to anyone in…”

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13.Private Surf Lesson in Venice Beach

Learn to surf in Venice Beach with a private lesson. Perfect for beginners, includes surfboard and wetsuit, and offers quick skills for riding waves.

★ 5.0

“My two daughters had a great experience. Paul was super patient and a great instructor. Would absolutely recommend.”

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14.Half Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Santa Monica

Discover the highlights of Los Angeles in just 4.5 hours with this guided tour covering Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica, perfect for time-conscious travelers.

★ 5.0

“Great tour! We got to see LA’s best places in just half a day! I enjoyed the different stops that were just perfect for pictures or grab lunch and souvenirs… The driver was nice and knowledgeable. It felt very professional. I would recommend it to…”

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15.Half Day LA Tour: Hollywood, Celebrity Homes, Santa Monica

Explore Los Angeles' top sights on this 4.5-hour small-group tour featuring Hollywood, celebrity homes, and Santa Monica—with expert guides and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“Arrive early as recommended. Our tour was relaxing yet very informative. Tom, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and truly a likable guy. Good interaction with everyone on the bus.”

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More Santa Monica & Venice Beach Tours

4.4LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Guided Bike or eBike Tour3 hours$71 4.9LA: Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Adventure2.5 hours$79 4.4Los Angeles: Venice Beach Foodie Tour with 6 Tastings3.5 hours$94 4.3Los Angeles: 3-Hour Secret Food Tour of Venice Beach$95 5.0Venice Beach LA Food Tour3 hours (approx.)$99.00 4.0Anaheim: LA, Hollywood, and Santa Monica Day Group Tour1 day$149 5.0Los Angeles: Beach E-Bike Ride Redondo Beach to Santa Monica4 - 6 hours$75 3.7Los Angeles: Venice Beach Food Tour with Tastings2 hours$105 5.0Santa Monica Premium Electric Mountain Bike Tour2 hours (approx.)$169.00 4.0Private Full-Day Hollywood and Santa Monica Tour with Pickup4 hours (approx.)$749.95 4.5LA: Hollywood, DTLA & Santa Monica Full Day Walking & Metro Tour8 hours (approx.)$135.00 5.0Santa Monica and Venice Beach Tour from Los Angeles3 hours (approx.)$149.00 3.7Los Angeles: Heal The Bay Aquarium in Santa Monica1 day$10 4.6Santa Monica Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour$70 4.7Santa Monica: Delicious Donut & Sweet Treats Walking Tour2 hours$70 5.0Scenic Santa Monica Electric Mountain Biking Tour (Beginner)2 hours (approx.)$169.00 3.5Venice Beach: Past and Present Tour2 to 3 hours (approx.)$5.00 4.0Santa Monica Sinister Sins & Sorrow Ghost Tour1 hour$24 5.0Los Angeles: Santa Monica and Venice Beach Segway Tour2 hours$199 4.5Private Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Tour8 to 11 hours (approx.)$329.00 5.03.5 Hour Coastal Tour of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Malibu3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$293.26 5.0Private Surf Lesson in Venice Beach, CA1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$97.50 5.0Santa Monica Roller Coaster Electric Mountain Biking Tour (Intermediate)2 hours (approx.)$169.00 5.0The Ultimate Venice Beach Experience2 hours (approx.)$50.00