Most visitors to Los Angeles have at least a glimmer of hope that they’ll have a celebrity sighting. In the entertainment capital of the world, it’s likely you can catch a glimpse of someone in the “business.” Whether or not you run into someone with star quality, you can still immerse yourself in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood and experience the city like a true celebrity chaser. Below are some iconic landmarks that are must-see when you visit L.A. that also offer opportunities for spotting stars. Hollywood Walk of Fame Stretching for 1.3 miles along Hollywood Boulevard, the Hollywood Walk of Fame is an iconic sidewalk. It’s embedded with more than 2,700 brass stars honoring celebrities from film, television,
Beach Hopping: Best Beaches in LA
June 12, 2023
As summer starts to heat up, Los Angeles becomes the ultimate destination for beachgoers. With its vast coastline and diverse beaches, LA offers many options for tourists seeking the ultimate beach experience. June is an ideal time to visit, as the weather is warm and sunny, and the crowds are not yet at their peak. So grab your sunscreen, towel, and shades, and get ready for some beach-hopping to some of the best beaches in LA! Santa Monica Beach The iconic Santa Monica Beach is one of the best beaches in LA. It’s just west of downtown LA and is known for its bustling pier, lively atmosphere, and picturesque 3.5-mile coastline. Relax on the soft, sandy shores, shop, or go
What Are The Most Popular Tours in Hollywood?
August 7, 2021
What are the most popular tours in Hollywood? It really depends on what you’re looking to get out of the city. Remember, L.A. is a gigantic spread out city and popular destinations can be separated by quite a distance. Just in the radius around Hollywood, you’ve got Downtown L.A. to the east about ½ hour away, and Santa Monica to the west about 40 minutes away. In between, you’ve got popular communities or cities like West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood. Once down at the beach in Santa Monica, you can travel south to Venice Beach, or north up the coast to Malibu. Before deciding on where you want to stay, truly pull up a map and look
Visit the Friendly Cities of L.A. and Beverly Hills
August 19, 2019
Visit the friendly cities of L.A. and Beverly Hills! Certainly, this has been one of the oddest summer holiday travel seasons on record for Los Angeles. We’ve been in the business as Glitterati Tours for just over a decade, and in the industry for closer to 20 years. Not since the early 90’s with the riots in L.A., the much-televised O.J. Simpson trial, and the Northridge earthquake, have we seen such an impact on tourism in the city. Normally, we’d be sold out every single day during July and August, however, this 2019 is very hit and miss. Some days tours trickle in, and other days we turn down about a dozen tours. We’ve heard from hotels, car rental companies, and
Kid Friendly Los Angeles Things to Do
July 26, 2019
It’s summer and that means more family vacations, and a need to keep the kids happy and engaged. Kid friendly Los Angeles things to do are too numerous to mention here. But we’ll do our best to throw out a handful of great ideas: Kids typically don’t like shopping, but with a spot like The Grove and The Original Farmers Market, you can disguise your shopping with great visuals and entertainment. Just walking through the Farmers Market alone will have your child’s full attention, for there are candy shops, fudge makers, ice cream shops, and donuts. Of course, you’ll have to eat first, so there’s over 100 different kiosks offering up everything you can imagine. At The Grove, look for
Things to Do in Los Angeles During Summer
June 17, 2019
Looking for things to do in Los Angeles during summer? The list is endless, but we also have a few pointers to make sure you get the most out of our city during your stay. Of course, it’s the busiest time of year and you could be competing with countless other visitors looking for the same activities during July and August. If you’re planning a weekend beach day at any of the local L.A. county beaches such as Malibu, Santa Monica or Venice, it’s best to pick a spot or two and just make it your base. Traffic going up the coast along Pacific Coast Highway, and certainly anything near the pier, could be incredibly busy. If possible, make your
The Best Private Tours for Los Angeles and Beverly Hills
April 3, 2019
What is the best private tour company for Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Los Angeles? We may be a bit partial, but we’re gonna say it’s the team here at Glitterati Tours. We’ve been in business now for just over a decade. In that time, the dedicated and passionate guides have put us on the radar of international and domestic travel agents, as well as making us the go-to top choice for many of the 5-star hotel concierge desks here locally. Don’t just take our word for it. Look us up online, and check out a handful of the top review sites. We are proud of our status as being the #1 Tour Company on TripAdvisor for Beverly Hills. In fact,
Marina Del Rey Christmas Lights
December 14, 2018
Just because it’s warm in California doesn’t mean we can’t have Christmas magic of our own. We may not have the typical white Christmas, but there is plenty to do to keep the spirits bright. Just steps away from the beaches, Marina Del Rey has created a beautiful park for you all to waltz about feeling the warmth with their spectacular Christmas lights. You can see the festive holiday lights dazzle and sparkle all throughout Burton Chace Park every evening during the holiday season, but the real magic happens Saturday evenings. Marina Del Rey puts on a beautiful evening full of festive cheer. From 4pm to 6pm The Wonderettes perform holiday classics in the vein of 1950’s and 1960’s tunes.
Who Are The Best Tour Guides for Hollywood Experiences
December 5, 2018
Nowadays, with gizmos, gadgets, and apps, everyone is a local “professional” tour guide. Not only in Los Angeles, but the world-over. Tours, or experiences, from 3rd, 4th or 5th party bookers looking to cash in, can be broken down into small excursions promising the unknowing visitor the best of the city. Want to do a small selfie tour? Want to do a cupcake tour? Want to do a beer crawl? Want to be introduced to unique boutique stores? Want an architectural tour on a skateboard? Want to see where the celebrities dine with a paparazzi? ….the list is endless. Yes, our price point may be a little more expensive. Consider this though. You may combine a hodgepodge of different experiences and
Visit Los Angeles and Enjoy Diversity
October 28, 2018
If you’re an international guest planning a trip to America, keep your plans. Yes, social media and news networks are painting our entire country as chaos in the streets. Like anywhere else in the world, you’ll find a handful of really bad eggs whose goal is to cause disruption and spread hatred. As most returning visitors from the states will tell you, America is a very friendly country with lots of really kind folks. Los Angeles is a perfect example. We are a true melting pot of diverse communities within a few dozen square miles. Little Armenia, Chinatown, Korea Town, the heavy populated Jewish communities of Pico and Hancock Park, Little Tokyo, the Persian community of Beverly Hills, Little Ethiopia, gay-friendly and
