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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

“The guide was excellent, and the tour was exactly as advertised. It's perfect for those who don't have much time and want to see all the sights at once.”

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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

“Awesome experience, it was fun, learned a lot and took some beautiful pictures along the way. Also great workout if you choose to pedal, if not just turtle away. Barb was great, would definitely recommend.”

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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

“The history of the area our guide provided was excellent as was the food. The pace was relaxed and unhurried. Our guide was very knowledgeable.”

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8.Santa Monica Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour

Discover Santa Monica's best doughnut spots on this 2-hour walking tour, featuring local stories, delicious treats, and vibrant city sights.

★ 5.0

“This was such a fun and delicious tour! I took my daughter as part of her Christmas gift and our guide Chad did not disappoint! He shared so much knowledge: the history of the restaurants, how they craft their donuts, which donuts to try. He…”

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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

“We were nervous for our first surfing experience but really loved it!! Alex was our instructor and he did a great job of making us feel safe and have fun!!”

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10.Private EBike Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beaches

Discover Santa Monica and Venice Beaches on a private electric bike tour guided by knowledgeable locals. Enjoy scenic views, iconic sights, and authentic coastal culture.

★ 5.0

“We had a great experience all around with Barb. She was very personable, knowledgeable, and fun-loving. We made many stops where she educated the family about the history of Santa Monica and Venice Beach. I highly recommend Barb at Pedal or Not Electric Bike Tours.…”

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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

“Amazing two hour private lesson for my 14 year old daughter. Alex was a phenomenal instructor. Had my daughter surfing in no time.”

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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

“I took the half-day open-air bus tour from Hollywood to Santa Monica on the 4th of July, and it was an amazing experience! The tour was the perfect mix of sightseeing and relaxing stops for photos. I especially loved the break at the Santa Monica…”

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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