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Unique things to do in Los Angeles
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Travel like a local
Los Angeles is often synonymous with California, home to surfers, movie stars, and reality TV personalities. Yes, those people live here, but so does one of the most diverse populations of people in all of the United States. With Airbnb Experiences, meet the chefs, designers, and nature lovers who are the real insiders on the things to do in Los Angeles. Get to know the locals-approved tacos, hiking trails, and more on tours and activities that reveal the city’s true star power.
Top-rated activities
The Hollywood Sign Hike & COMEDY Tour
My friends JB, Elko, Jon and I are comedians and actors who have done some work on NBC, ABC, and even Jimmy Kimmel Live! We're just 3 dudes trying to make it in LA.
We're gonna tell you approx 3000 jokes (some dad-related) about Los Angeles, ourselves, our experiences in LA, maybe a Justin Bieber story? Also, no one has better dad jokes than us. Not even my own dad. (Sup Dad)!
This experience is great for groups, teams, and individual solo travelers. We're about becoming best FRIENDS.
At the start, I’m gonna hand you the best tasting WATER in the history of water. All that and we haven even walked yet? INCREDIBLE.
From there, we'll have y'all laughing so hard at our jokes and stories that you'll forget that we are hiking up a hill to the Hollywood Sign. Did we just become best friends??
WHAT ABOUT THE PICTURES?
We stop at the BEST PHOTO STOPS for your own Cover Shoot. I've designed this hike for Instagram and can GUARANTEE You'll get 10+likes/photo. You’ll receive PROFESSIONAL photos of the sign, the skyline, and scenic panoramas that may break the internet with likes.
Other tours take 1-2 pictures. I'll give you 75+ (Best Friend Move).
We've been doing this for 5 years and love being the LA ambassadors to the world. Let us be your friend in LA and show you how LA is done by an actual local and not a "tour company."
Hike Runyon Canyon with a rescue dog
A morning hike to stunning city views, in a dog friendly park with our rescue dogs!
We will enjoy a nice walk up hiking trails to the top of Runyon Canyon. Fantastic city views, and the perfect view of the Hollywood Sign!
As you climb your way up the hill with your new pals in tow, you’ll be exercising and socializing the dogs, and letting locals know they’re up for adoption. You’ll also become a puppy paparazzi and take their photos in front of panoramic backdrops—you can even pose with them with the famous Hollywood sign behind you. Your pictures will then be used to generate interest in the rescue organization, attract potential adopters, and bring in donations that will help further care for and foster the dogs until they find their forever homes.
This experience is great for groups and great for teams! We love to host private and corporate groups, and socializing with the dogs is great for team-building!
Other things to note:
We will be in direct sun, so bring sunscreen and other protective wear. There are no bathrooms in Runyon Canyon. Your friendly dog is welcome to join us! Street parking is very difficult.
LA's Top Surfing Experience
Before you come: We will try and contact you to size you for a wetsuit/board to help speed up the pre-lesson portion, and also give you an update on the conditions for your lesson.
20 minutes before the lesson: We will have you sign a waiver and get into your wetsuit.
First 45min- hour of lesson: We will be on land and cover all of the basics, technique, and safety.
The following 30-40 minutes: we'll be in the water together. I'll help you get into waves and give you instruction in the water to help you surf your first wave(s)
The remaining time: you'll show what you've learned, We'll be a little more hands-off and either join you in the water or watch from the beach.
At the end of the lesson: we'll head back dry off and change out of the wetsuits.
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A couple of other notes :
- If you'd like a private lesson feel free to message me
- We will treat you like a person, not a number: We keep smaller classes (7 people or less unless specially requested otherwise) for a more individualized experience. We won't 'stack' our classes back to back and leave time between classes. This means you have time to change before and after class without cutting into your lesson time, you actually get a full class.
- We include free photos and mean it, no deceptive pricing tiers. Free is free.
Food, Arts, Culture Tour Downtown LA
See some of the city’s most treasured museums and architectural jewels in DTLA while you learn about its rich history and culture.
Our first few stops will take us through The Spring Arcade Building, The Last Bookstore, The Bradbury Building and Grand Central Market. We have two stops where you can buy food. We recommend bringing $20-25 per person to get some tasty treats along the way!
Hear about the struggle between mass transit and car culture and learn about the demise of the original Red line. Experience it firsthand when we ride the famous Angels Flight.
Come see where locals experience world renowned symphonies and art in the institutions that line Grand Street: Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Music Pavilion, The Museum of Contemporary Art, The Broad Museum and many more!
Then we finish near the Civic Center where you will learn about the administrative functions that help bring order to this large and sprawling city for a well rounded understanding of what DTLA has to offer and how it's evolved over the years!
Other things to note:
** 2 PERSON MINIMUM TO OPERATE TOUR. IF YOU SEE THAT OTHERS ARE BOOKED YOU CAN ADD AS A SOLO GUEST.
The tour takes place rain or shine. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early.
If you arrive at the meeting point after the tour has started, call us and we will do our best to get you caught with the group.
Exclusive Sailing and Professional Photo
This EXCLUSIVE SAILING EXPERIENCE is perfect for lovers, friends or family who want to enjoy an intimate cruise on the truly classic sailboat ENVOLÉE (minimum of 2 and maximum of 4 guests).
Choose the option " Book for a Private Group" if you prefer your own privacy without outsider guest.
THIS COMMERCIAL VESSEL MEETS ALL USCG REQUIREMENTS FOR CARRYING PASSENGER AND SAFETY.
Departing from Marina Del Rey, you will discover the beautiful Santa Monica coastline. We will sail to Santa Monica Pier and then continue onto Malibu Bay. It's a pleasant sailing area where you can admire the towns and the coastline from the ocean. Sea lions and dolphins are numerous, and often come to play in the wake of the boat.
Upon request, I will photograph your treasured moments and memories of you and your friends on board the sailboat ENVOLÉE.
Enjoy 2 complimentary Hi-Resolution images.
Other things to note
Guests must understand there are inherent safety risks in sailing, and upon boarding the boat release all liability for the day sail and guests agree to sign a liability waiver.
What Los Angeles has to offer
The Venice Electric Light Bike Parade
Start: the Guest will arrive at Bicycle storage facility in Venice Beach California where they will be greeted by myself or one of my other hosts. (Google our Theme Song "Sundays@Sunset" by MEI on Amazon) this will get you hyped and Pre set the Tone the Lyrics tell you everything you will experience. There you will get fitted to one of 15 LED Lit Bicycles and gifted a Venice Electric Light Parade Long Sleeve T as a Keepsake. Then we bike over to Venice Beach along abbot kinney blvd to our Sunset Bike Parade location where 100+ of my regular riders will be waiting for us. At that point when the Sun is setting they will be introduced and pictures taken with the local paraders in all of their magical outfits and Rad Personalized LED Bicycles. The Blue hour is when i start the LED Bicycle Parade as Tourist and locals alike take pictures i start the MUSIC and Blow the Whistle and we Start moving all Guest will ride behind myself and one of the regulars will ride behind them. We ride the Venice/Santa Monica bike path taking in the magical sights of both Beaches and the Santa Monica Pier all while listening to 80s and 90s Kid friendly music. The Parade takes us through Santa Monica back down to Venice down Abbot Kinney then the end of Venice Pier ending the parade at Hinanos Home of the Best Burger on the Westside. We then bike back to storage location. Allow 3 hrs for Ride
The Official Hollywood Sign Hike
Welcome to the Official Hollywood Sign Hike, the #1 Hollywood Sign Hike in Los Angeles! This Hollywood Sign Hike takes you closer to the world famous Hollywood Sign than any other LA sightseeing tour can!
This Hollywood Sign hiking tour is perfect for guests looking for sunshine, exercise, celebrity sightings, LA history, and incredible memories to last a lifetime. On your Hollywood sightseeing tour, we’ll take you directly below and behind the world’s most famous sign for the ultimate photoshoot, where your LA tour guide will help you stage the perfect Hollywood Sign photos. You’ll immerse yourself in the best views of Los Angeles on this unforgettable Los Angeles sightseeing tour.
Guests will experience a spectacular guided Hollywood Sign Hike Tour, get insider Hollywood History, and have ample opportunities to snag the BEST views in LA, including a view of the top film studios in Hollywood: Universal Studios, Warner Brothers, and Disney.
Your docent will regale you with Tinseltown trivia and Hollywood history, while ensuring a safe and exciting climb. Keep your eyes peeled for top LA filming locations in Griffith Park. To cap it all off, your Hollywood Tour will take you behind the Hollywood Sign, arriving at a scenic overlook with the best views in all of Los Angeles. Finally, we’ll hike down to continue your Los Angeles sightseeing - this LA tour is not to be missed!
#1 Hollywood Sign Tour - 1.5 hr Express
Awesome Photos, Hilarious Jokes, Interesting History... all while walking to the top of the Hollywood Sign and back.
We meet at the closest possible point for the shortest Hollywood Sign Tour (NO PARKING) where we'll take photos in front of the Sign (10 minutes). Then we'll walk 1.3 miles (2km) on a paved road, up a steep hill, to the very top of the Sign (45 minutes) and take your picture with the sign in the background and all of Los Angeles at your feet (10 minutes). Then it's a casual walk back down to where we started (25 minutes) and the tour is over.
Throughout the entire tour we'll entertain you with a spoken performance covering the history of the Sign, celebrities, Los Angeles, the surrounding nature, and various other interesting tales you won't find anywhere else. Think of this as a walking "show" set on a spectacular stage.
We show you how to take once in a lifetime photos in the absolute best locations throughout Griffith Park including a stunning panorama from above with the sign in the background and Los Angeles below. Remember to check us out on Instagram or Facebook @hollywoodsigntour and @officialwalkingtours
Have fun along the way while learning about the unique wildlife, sordid history, eccentric celebrities, and much more... better than a guide, let us be your new local friends in LA and help you discover the very best this city has to offer.
Historic Mansions of Hancock Park
We'll drive/walk through the historic Hancock Park neighborhood, once home to silent film stars like Buster Keaton, music legends like Nat King Cole, and moguls like Howard Hughes. The uniquely preserved mansions in the area were home to the city's wealthy elite at a time when Beverly Hills was just a lima bean farm.
You'll see the theater where 13-year-old Judy Garland was discovered, the house from "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?", and the apartment building made famous by Mae West.
You'll hear stories about racist neighbors, deadly drunk driving accidents, the Mexican-American war, JFK's shenanigans during the 1960 Democratic National Convention, the origin of Ralphs Grocery Stores, '80s movie villains, Freemasons, and Prince William and Princess Kate's honeymoon.
The streets of Hancock Park are a nexus point for Los Angeles architecture, politics, entertainment industry milestones, and scandal...and yet even most locals are unaware of how deep its roots go. This is a unique chance to access it all!
Other things to note
There are no bathrooms along the route, so please be sure to go before you arrive! There will be some walking involved during the tour--nothing too strenuous, but be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Write & Record a song in Los Angeles
The experience starts off with us discussing what you'd like your song to sound like. You may bring ideas or we can use one of the numerous starting points in my writing library. From there, I will assist in writing and recording your song; acting as a producer/engineer along the way and guiding you as you tap into your own creative flow! Don't know how to play an instrument? No problem! I am more than happy to play and record any instrument you'd like as I've got an enormous library of samples and many real instruments in my studio. We will write and record the full song and and at the end of our 4 hour session you will receive all the files.
Other things to note
It's okay if you don't play an instrument and it's DEFINITELY okay if you've never written a song before. This experience is for ALL skill levels and ALL ages!
Most popular in Los Angeles
The Boat People Cruise- Private Harbor Cruises
COME ENJOY A RELAXING PRIVATE CRUISE ON THE BOW OF OUR SAILBOAT!
1. We are a young couple who have received our US Coast Guard Six Pack Captains License and have a huge passion for sailing and the ocean. We started our small boat chartering business giving harbor cruises around Newport Beach Harbor on our Cal 25 sailboat for people to enjoy life on the water with a very unique view and two captains.
2. Join us for a COVID friendly hour and a half cruise with a coastal ambiance on the bow of our sailboat. We strive to create an unforgettable evening with contagious laughter and panoramic views of the Newport Bay. Perfect for a date night or intimate group gathering of four as it is close proximity. You don’t want to miss out on this sea-worthy experience. Please BYOB (BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS AND FOOD as we will have an area to facilitate provisions). Also we DO NOT allow any marijuana on the boat as it is not legal under the maritime law.
3. We want our guests to leave with some great memories and good laughs onboard. We strive for passengers to leave with more knowledge of Newport Beach Harbor as well as grow a deeper connection to one another as they share a fun and unique experience onboard.
*Each cruise is a PRIVATE cruise of just your party.
*We offer a sunrise cruise, 3 before sunset to catch the sun rays, a sunset cruise, and a romantic twilight cruises!
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⭐️Learn to Surf and Get Free Photos
OUR GOAL IS FOR YOU TO HAVE AN EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE SURFING - whether its your first time or you're trying to advance your skills. We'll get suited up in the wetsuits I provide, grab the surfboards (we don't use 'one size fits all' Wavestorm boards - we offer custom boards in a variety of sizes to fit your needs) and head down to the sand. For the first 20-30 minutes we’ll be training on the beach, then it’s 60-80 minutes with an instructor in the ocean. The remaining time is yours to practice your skills and have fun in the water.
The classes are taught by myself or one of our great instructors. We usually have the 2nd instructor helping in the water when the group exceeds 6-7 people. We will take photos of you in and out of the water in the last 10-15 minutes of the experience. These are not professional pics but a great memory for you, your friends and family. If you would like pro photos please inquire, we do offer them at an additional fee.
If you want to book for kids under 12 yo - please contact me directly for private lessons
Your safety is our main priority that is why myself and all of our lead instructors are ISA (International Surfing Association), CPR & First Aid certified, we obtain Water Safety Specialists certificates (surfing instructor safety training) and I also completed 2 Level surf instructors program with ISA.
Other things to note
We do teach anyone 12 years old and up
The LA Safari City/ Mountains/ Coast
WELCOME TO LA'S COOLEST ADVENTURE TOUR!
We will begin our 3 hour guided tour of both LA's most iconic areas... (MALIBU, SANTA MONICA, VENICE) and its hidden treasures only a lifelong local would know.
We will uncover natural wonders that most tourist never get a chance to see... (HIDDEN BEACHES, LUSH MOUNTAIN PEAKS, LEGENDARY CANYON ROADS, AND SECRET VIEWPOINTS)
I will provide my extensive insight while uncovering these locations.
We will stop wherever you feel that you'd like to take a picture, and I will act as your groups personal photographer!
WE WILL SPEND THIS UNFORGETTABLE DAY SEEING AMAZING NATURAL SIGHTS, VISITING ICONIC LANDMARKS AND AREAS, AND TAKING THE ULTIMATE PICTURES OF LA TO BE REMEMBERED FOR A LIFETIME.
Other things to note
*** As of Summer 2022 we will be touring in a classic 1980s convertible Chevy surfer van(pictures coming soon)***
I am a very skilled driver.
I will provide blankets in case you get cold.
Your enjoyment and safety is my number one priority.
Glow Ride Hydrobiking on Alamitos Bay
You'll board LED lit glowing Hydrobikes at night and cruise along the beautiful beach line in scenic Alamitos Bay in Long Beach. Moonlight and street lamps will light your way as you cruise along million dollar, waterfront California homes. Complimentary bluetooth speaker rentals provided. You'll stay dry so dress for the season’s weather but wear shoes you won't mind getting a couple drops of salt water on.
Other things to note
Hydrobikes are VERY stable. Dress weather appropriate. Feel free to bundle up or wear a bathing suit. You don't get wet if you don't want to.
Photoshoot at Popular Locations in LA
THIS IS A PRIVATE SHOOT - 5 locations
(I USE A DSLR)
Have your very own Los Angeles fashion & lifestyle photoshoot at the luxury Beverly Hills and the famous Urban Lights. This shoot is great for social media, family photos, travel collages, headshots, brands promotion, or just for travel memories.
LOCATIONS:
1. Famous Palm Tree Street
2. Rodeo Drive Street
3. 208 Rodeo
4. Rodeo Drive Stairs
5. Beverly Canon Gardens
(Optional) Urban Lights
BOOKING OPTIONS
1. Book for either:
- $115 private shoot for one person. 15
high-resolution pictures. No choice of location & stay only in Beverly Hills.
- $220 private group shoot, 30 high-resolution pictures. Choose ~3 of any LA locations you'd like. (When checking out, choose the 'private group' option' to book.
- Price changes due to special holiday prices
2. Don't see a time listed that works for you? Message me to schedule.
3. Weekdays are the best times to shoot with fewer people.
Things to do near Downtown Los Angeles
Food, Arts, Culture Tour Downtown LA
See some of the city’s most treasured museums and architectural jewels in DTLA while you learn about its rich history and culture.
Our first few stops will take us through The Spring Arcade Building, The Last Bookstore, The Bradbury Building and Grand Central Market. We have two stops where you can buy food. We recommend bringing $20-25 per person to get some tasty treats along the way!
Hear about the struggle between mass transit and car culture and learn about the demise of the original Red line. Experience it firsthand when we ride the famous Angels Flight.
Come see where locals experience world renowned symphonies and art in the institutions that line Grand Street: Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Music Pavilion, The Museum of Contemporary Art, The Broad Museum and many more!
Then we finish near the Civic Center where you will learn about the administrative functions that help bring order to this large and sprawling city for a well rounded understanding of what DTLA has to offer and how it's evolved over the years!
Other things to note:
** 2 PERSON MINIMUM TO OPERATE TOUR. IF YOU SEE THAT OTHERS ARE BOOKED YOU CAN ADD AS A SOLO GUEST.
The tour takes place rain or shine. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early.
If you arrive at the meeting point after the tour has started, call us and we will do our best to get you caught with the group.
Urban Adventure; Arts District Bike Tour
Part caterpillar, part butterfly, the Arts District is an up and coming neighborhood, full of galleries, murals, street art, history, tech-industry, film shoots, nightlife, shopping, and LA’s best restaurants. We visit Hauser and Wirth Gallery, Sci-Arc, Bloom’s Square, Warner Brother’s Music, Art Share, The American Hotel, The Container Yard, and many more surprise locations. We narrate origin stories, mural backgrounds, new development and current status of the Arts District. This tour breaks at Hauser & Wirth Gallery, and is perfect for those looking to go off the beaten path and snap some unique photos in this post-industrial neighborhood.This tour goes deeper into the AD than most people venture, and reveals street art in hidden alleys not many know about. Throughout the tour you'll learn about artists behind the murals, history, culinary scene, new development and keeping artists in the Arts District. The AD by bike is truly an urban adventure.
Other things to note
Please arrive 10 min. prior. Guest must sign a waiver & wear helmet. Bikes have a small bag, drink holder and rack. We will not hold the group more than 5 min after tour time.
My other DTLA bike tour that hits Lonely Planet's top 10: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/243994
L.A. Highlights in One Day!
If you don't see a date you want, please send us a message with the date you're interested and how many people..
This is a great experience if you're short on time and not sure how to squeeze in everything during your stay, and/or if you want to see the city with a local and decide what places you would like to go back to visit! We are Los Angeles locals and love to share our city and also happy to give you recommendations for the rest of your visit.
We will drive around and visit Los Angeles highlights starting in Downtown Los Angeles and make our way to Santa Monica Beach. We will have time to explore each location and get some pictures. This experience starts in Downtown LA and finishes in Santa Monica, giving you the opportunity to make it a beach day or to explore the area on your own. There is a metro that can take you back to Downtown LA if needed.
Places we'll visit:
Grand Central Market
Griffith Observatory
Hollywood Sign
Hollywood Walk of Fame
Chinese Theatre
Dolby Theatre
The Grove
The Farmers Market (lunch break!)
Beverly Hills
Venice Beach
Santa Monica Beach
We provide free transportation in our vehicle.
Other things to note
- We begin at the Grand Central Market in Downtown LA and end in Santa Monica. There's a metro station in Santa Monica that can take you back to Downtown LA.
- End time varies depending on traffic.
- No animals allowed
- No luggage storage
- Tips are never required, but always appreciated :)
Downtown Los Angeles Historic Core Bike Tour
Your tour begins at the iconic Grand Central Market and features the historic and cultural highlights of Downtown Los Angeles. Grand Park, LA Live, Broadway’s classic theaters, The Broad Museum, Bradbury Building, Music Center, Disney Concert Hall, Union Station, and City Hall are just a few of the narrated stops. We break at Olvera Street, where you’ll get some time to wander L.A.’s oldest neighborhood and marketplace. This ride is a primarily flat, easy ride in bike lanes, plazas, parks and city streets. This tour is perfect for riders looking to learn about the history of L.A. and visit culturally diverse neighborhoods. Throughout the tour you will hear history, politics, individual narratives, film locations, restaurant recommendations mixed in with the founding, 1700's to 1800's, turn of the century, roaring 20's, pre and post WWII, and current status of DTLA. This tour has all of Lonely Planet's top 10 sites for downtown
Other things to note
Guests should be comfortable riding on streets with/without bike lanes. Guide's voice will be amplified, and there are 10 narrated stops, with a break half way through. Flat route, 8 miles. Please arrive 10 minutes prior.
Best of L.A. Day Tour
Experience the culture & sights of LA in one day!
On this full day tour we'll see & photograph all the LA & Hollywood highlights! From Downtown LA to Griffith Observatory & the Hollywood Sign, from Hollywood Walk of Fame to Beverly Hills, through incredible public art & foodie destinations, & on to Pacific Ocean beaches, I'll help you get amazing, personalized, & shareable photos of a lifetime!
We start at Union Station in downtown LA. See where Los Angeles began, along with incredible architecture old & new. We'll visit Griffith Observatory & then the BEST PLACE FOR PHOTOS of the iconic HOLLYWOOD SIGN. The heart of Hollywood (Dolby & Chinese Theaters, & Walk of Fame) is always a hit. Strike a pose at incredible public art, including "Angel Wings". Enjoy an historical foodie gem - the LA Farmers Market. You'll get to be a star in Beverly Hills at its sign & world-famous palm-lined streets. We'll stop by world-famous Venice Beach & end at scenic & entertaining Santa Monica Pier. This will be a day you'll never forget!
Transportation will be provided from start to finish.
NOTE: This tours ends at Santa Monica Pier (different from start point). There's a train that goes back to downtown LA, and Uber/Lyft/taxi also. I'll help you make plans to get to your next point.
Please CONTACT ME if you want to arrange a different date/time, or have a larger group, & I'll make it happen!
Other things to note
Wear comfortable shoes - we'll walk at some sites.
Arrive at meeting point 15 minutes early & use restroom before.
Remember sun protection & sunglasses.
Bring money for food, drink, & other purchases, and also for transportation at the end of the tour.
Things to do near North Inglewood
Set Sail on an Amazing Adventure in Los Angeles
Join me to Set Sail off the coast of some of the most beautiful coastlines of California creating along the way memories you cannot forget. We will depart Marina Del Rey , travel along the main harbor then out to sea. We will pass the World famous Venice Beach pier where you can take a photo off the bow with the backdrop of the main beach you can't get anywhere else! Then, we will pass Manhattan Beach where the beach seems to rise up from the sea out of nowhere providing for some of the most spectacular photos of shimmering sea and sands and a playground for dolphins off the boat!.
You can relax and unwind from your daily grind and enjoy an amazing perspective with nature aboard a luxury Sailing Yacht with like minded people. No experience required but you can learn how to set sails and steer with the wind! Typically we see Dolphins and occasionally whales along our journey. We then return back through the harbor and to the dock with your memories of an amazing adventure.
Exclusive Sailing and Professional Photo
This EXCLUSIVE SAILING EXPERIENCE is perfect for lovers, friends or family who want to enjoy an intimate cruise on the truly classic sailboat ENVOLÉE (minimum of 2 and maximum of 4 guests).
Choose the option " Book for a Private Group" if you prefer your own privacy without outsider guest.
THIS COMMERCIAL VESSEL MEETS ALL USCG REQUIREMENTS FOR CARRYING PASSENGER AND SAFETY.
Departing from Marina Del Rey, you will discover the beautiful Santa Monica coastline. We will sail to Santa Monica Pier and then continue onto Malibu Bay. It's a pleasant sailing area where you can admire the towns and the coastline from the ocean. Sea lions and dolphins are numerous, and often come to play in the wake of the boat.
Upon request, I will photograph your treasured moments and memories of you and your friends on board the sailboat ENVOLÉE.
Enjoy 2 complimentary Hi-Resolution images.
Other things to note
Guests must understand there are inherent safety risks in sailing, and upon boarding the boat release all liability for the day sail and guests agree to sign a liability waiver.
LA's Top Surfing Experience
Before you come: We will try and contact you to size you for a wetsuit/board to help speed up the pre-lesson portion, and also give you an update on the conditions for your lesson.
20 minutes before the lesson: We will have you sign a waiver and get into your wetsuit.
First 45min- hour of lesson: We will be on land and cover all of the basics, technique, and safety.
The following 30-40 minutes: we'll be in the water together. I'll help you get into waves and give you instruction in the water to help you surf your first wave(s)
The remaining time: you'll show what you've learned, We'll be a little more hands-off and either join you in the water or watch from the beach.
At the end of the lesson: we'll head back dry off and change out of the wetsuits.
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A couple of other notes :
- If you'd like a private lesson feel free to message me
- We will treat you like a person, not a number: We keep smaller classes (7 people or less unless specially requested otherwise) for a more individualized experience. We won't 'stack' our classes back to back and leave time between classes. This means you have time to change before and after class without cutting into your lesson time, you actually get a full class.
- We include free photos and mean it, no deceptive pricing tiers. Free is free.
The LA Safari City/ Mountains/ Coast
WELCOME TO LA'S COOLEST ADVENTURE TOUR!
We will begin our 3 hour guided tour of both LA's most iconic areas... (MALIBU, SANTA MONICA, VENICE) and its hidden treasures only a lifelong local would know.
We will uncover natural wonders that most tourist never get a chance to see... (HIDDEN BEACHES, LUSH MOUNTAIN PEAKS, LEGENDARY CANYON ROADS, AND SECRET VIEWPOINTS)
I will provide my extensive insight while uncovering these locations.
We will stop wherever you feel that you'd like to take a picture, and I will act as your groups personal photographer!
WE WILL SPEND THIS UNFORGETTABLE DAY SEEING AMAZING NATURAL SIGHTS, VISITING ICONIC LANDMARKS AND AREAS, AND TAKING THE ULTIMATE PICTURES OF LA TO BE REMEMBERED FOR A LIFETIME.
Other things to note
*** As of Summer 2022 we will be touring in a classic 1980s convertible Chevy surfer van(pictures coming soon)***
I am a very skilled driver.
I will provide blankets in case you get cold.
Your enjoyment and safety is my number one priority.
The Venice Electric Light Bike Parade
Start: the Guest will arrive at Bicycle storage facility in Venice Beach California where they will be greeted by myself or one of my other hosts. (Google our Theme Song "Sundays@Sunset" by MEI on Amazon) this will get you hyped and Pre set the Tone the Lyrics tell you everything you will experience. There you will get fitted to one of 15 LED Lit Bicycles and gifted a Venice Electric Light Parade Long Sleeve T as a Keepsake. Then we bike over to Venice Beach along abbot kinney blvd to our Sunset Bike Parade location where 100+ of my regular riders will be waiting for us. At that point when the Sun is setting they will be introduced and pictures taken with the local paraders in all of their magical outfits and Rad Personalized LED Bicycles. The Blue hour is when i start the LED Bicycle Parade as Tourist and locals alike take pictures i start the MUSIC and Blow the Whistle and we Start moving all Guest will ride behind myself and one of the regulars will ride behind them. We ride the Venice/Santa Monica bike path taking in the magical sights of both Beaches and the Santa Monica Pier all while listening to 80s and 90s Kid friendly music. The Parade takes us through Santa Monica back down to Venice down Abbot Kinney then the end of Venice Pier ending the parade at Hinanos Home of the Best Burger on the Westside. We then bike back to storage location. Allow 3 hrs for Ride
Things to do near Hollywood
Quiet · Vibrant · Hip
The Hollywood Sign Hike & COMEDY Tour
My friends JB, Elko, Jon and I are comedians and actors who have done some work on NBC, ABC, and even Jimmy Kimmel Live! We're just 3 dudes trying to make it in LA.
We're gonna tell you approx 3000 jokes (some dad-related) about Los Angeles, ourselves, our experiences in LA, maybe a Justin Bieber story? Also, no one has better dad jokes than us. Not even my own dad. (Sup Dad)!
This experience is great for groups, teams, and individual solo travelers. We're about becoming best FRIENDS.
At the start, I’m gonna hand you the best tasting WATER in the history of water. All that and we haven even walked yet? INCREDIBLE.
From there, we'll have y'all laughing so hard at our jokes and stories that you'll forget that we are hiking up a hill to the Hollywood Sign. Did we just become best friends??
WHAT ABOUT THE PICTURES?
We stop at the BEST PHOTO STOPS for your own Cover Shoot. I've designed this hike for Instagram and can GUARANTEE You'll get 10+likes/photo. You’ll receive PROFESSIONAL photos of the sign, the skyline, and scenic panoramas that may break the internet with likes.
Other tours take 1-2 pictures. I'll give you 75+ (Best Friend Move).
We've been doing this for 5 years and love being the LA ambassadors to the world. Let us be your friend in LA and show you how LA is done by an actual local and not a "tour company."
Hike Runyon Canyon with a rescue dog
A morning hike to stunning city views, in a dog friendly park with our rescue dogs!
We will enjoy a nice walk up hiking trails to the top of Runyon Canyon. Fantastic city views, and the perfect view of the Hollywood Sign!
As you climb your way up the hill with your new pals in tow, you’ll be exercising and socializing the dogs, and letting locals know they’re up for adoption. You’ll also become a puppy paparazzi and take their photos in front of panoramic backdrops—you can even pose with them with the famous Hollywood sign behind you. Your pictures will then be used to generate interest in the rescue organization, attract potential adopters, and bring in donations that will help further care for and foster the dogs until they find their forever homes.
This experience is great for groups and great for teams! We love to host private and corporate groups, and socializing with the dogs is great for team-building!
Other things to note:
We will be in direct sun, so bring sunscreen and other protective wear. There are no bathrooms in Runyon Canyon. Your friendly dog is welcome to join us! Street parking is very difficult.
The Ultimate LA & Hollywood Photo Tour
We'll be seeing & photographing the highlights of LA & Hollywood, old and new, with some unique twists not offered on any other tour! From the Hollywood Walk of Fame to Beverly Hills, through incredible public art and foodie destinations, and on to historic Hollywood & the best view of its iconic sign, I'll help you get amazing, personalized, & shareable photos of a lifetime!
We'll start and end the tour at the Dolby Theater, Chinese Theater, & Hollywood Walk of Fame - the heart of Hollywood. From there you'll get to explore & strike your own pose at the incredible public art that LA has to offer, including the "Angel Wings" and "Urban Light". You'll get to be a star in Beverly Hills at its sign & world-famous palm-lined streets. We'll visit the historical foodie gem that is the LA Farmers Market. Traveling past famous movie studios, we'll make our way to the BEST PLACE FOR PHOTOS of the iconic HOLLYWOOD SIGN. Bring out your creative side & make this a day you'll never forget!
Transportation will be provided from start to finish.
Please CONTACT ME if you want to arrange a different date or time than posted or have a larger group, & I'll make it happen!
Other things to note
Wear comfortable shoes - we'll walk at some sites.
Arrive at meeting point 15 minutes early & use restroom before.
Remember sun protection & sunglasses.
Bring money for food, drink, & other purchases.
See Celebrity Homes With Pro Guide
We'll start out at the base of the Hollywood Hills & work our way up to the top of the scenic Santa Monica Mountains as we check out celebrity homes including current residences of Leonardo DiCaprio, D'Amelio Household, Keanu Reeves, Chris Evans, Tara Reid, Bruno Mars, Gal Gadot, Charlize Theron, Will Ferrell, Justin Timberlake, Niall Horan, Winona Ryder & more. We'll see former residences of Ariana Grande, Gwen Stefani, J-LO, Lady Gaga, Tom Cruise, Ellen, Meryl Streep, Katherine Hepburn, Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe & others. This is not your average celebrity tour because with the tour's light-weight van we can get to celebrity homes that 99% of other tour companies can't get to due to vehicle weight restrictions.
We'll then transition to Beverly Hills 90210 and Holmby Hills where we'll see the current homes of Jack Nicholson, Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban, Jason Statham and Kylie Jenner; We'll also see former homes of Elizabeth Taylor, Charlie Chaplin, Michael Jackson, Mr & Mrs Kutcher, Mark Wahlberg & Justin Bieber. In Bel-Air we'll peep Kathy Hilton's crib, The Beatles 1964 spot and glimpse Jay-Z & Beyonce's 90 million dollar drunk-in-love nest!
You'll be wowed by the work of architectural legends including Lloyd Wright, Paul McClean, John Lautner and others ! As we travel between the celebrity homes we'll also see awesome views of downtown LA & Warner Bros. studios.
#1 HOLLYWOOD SIGN TOUR - WORLD'S BEST!
We'll walk to the TOP of the HOLLYWOOD SIGN while being entertained with fun stories about the most famous sign in the world, the City of Angels, and its celebrity residents throughout history!
We take once in a lifetime photos in the absolute best locations throughout Griffith Park including a stunning panorama from above with the sign in the background and Los Angeles below. Remember to check us out on Instagram or facebook @hollywoodsignwalk or @officialwalkingtours
Have fun along the way while learning about the unique wildlife, sordid history, eccentric celebrities, and much more... better than a guide, let us be your new local friends in LA and help you discover the very best this city has to offer!
We walk morning and sunset every day so you'll never miss out on the top-rated Airbnb experience in the world! If your preferred time or date isn't available just send us a message, we're always here to help!
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Your guide to Los Angeles
What do locals do in Los Angeles?
Like in any big city, where you go and what you do can really depend on who you ask. However, Los Angeles isn’t just an urban playground, it’s a city that stretches out to the beach, up the hills, and even into a canyon. One thing is certain: Don’t expect to find people hopping from West Hollywood to Manhattan Beach in one day unless it’s a special occasion — LA traffic is very real, and most people plan day trips when leaving their respective neighborhood.
Dine in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA)
Over the last 20 years, the DTLA scene has changed dramatically from a place where nobody walks in LA to an area buzzing with award-winning restaurants, museums, shopping, and entertainment. Old Hollywood charm exudes from early 1900s buildings, where at the press of an elevator button, you’re zipped up to rooftop bars for happy hour; meanwhile inside the historic Grand Central Market, food tours led by locals lead you to some of the best bites in LA. For those short on time or want to skip the ride shares: Hop on the Metro to quickly get from place to place. Little Tokyo and the Arts District are some of the favorite go-to areas.
Spend a day in Silver Lake
Silver Lake is still the place to go see emerging indie acts and undiscovered musicians in dive bars and small clubs, but it is also an extremely walkable Eastside neighborhood. Rent paddle boats on the Silver Lake Reservoir, or walk it alongside families, pets, and couples. For shopping and people watching, take the stroll to Sunset Junction, a stretch of boutiques, cafes, and restaurants on Sunset Boulevard.
Shop at the Rose Bowl Flea
While this shopping destination is in Pasadena, not Los Angeles, locals love making the trek to California’s largest flea market. Typically held the second Sunday of a month, this event draws hundreds of vendors who stake out spots to sell antiques, collectibles, clothing, you name it, in front of the Rose Bowl stadium. Pro shoppers and interior designers know to go for the early bird special (when doors open at 6:30am), long before the brunch crowds emerge for the early afternoon. Always check ahead of time for the most up-to-date information on entry.
What is local beachlife like in Los Angeles?
You can take to the sands on some 15 beaches in LA County, notably Malibu, Santa Monica, Hermosa, and Manhattan Beach. One of the best ways to get from beach to beach is on bikes or rollerblades along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail, also partly known as The Strand. Each beach offers its own personality and perks, but no matter where you end up, there are plenty of beach activities for everyone from volleyball and surfing to brunch cruises and beach picnics. For those looking for something quintessentially LA: go roller skating at Venice Beach, or get in on a training session from celebrity trainers through Airbnb Experiences.
Can I hike from the Griffith Observatory to the Hollywood Sign?
Griffith Observatory is perhaps one of the most beloved hikes in LA, a place where you might even cross paths with a celebrity who is getting their steps in for the day. One of the more typical hikes starts on the 2-mile trailhead of the Greek Theatre. Expect the best views of the city, and if you go further, you can even stand above (and behind) the iconic Hollywood sign. The best way to ensure you stay on the right path is to go on guided hikes with in-the-know locals.