Coming to Los Angeles and interested in taking a celebrity homes tour of Beverly Hills and Hollywood? With the city spanning over 500 square miles—and LA County stretching to a massive 4,000 square miles—getting around can be a challenge. In fact, the county covers more area than the states of Delaware and Rhode Island combined! Because of this, we at Glitterati Tours focus our pick-up and drop-off locations within a specific area, ensuring you get the most out of your experience without spending unnecessary time in traffic. Los Angeles is known for its legendary traffic congestion. Since the city was built with the automobile in mind, and because we charge by the hour, it’s in your best interest to start
LA Tour Celebrates Marilyn Monroe and Her 100th Birthday
February 17, 2026
From Los Angeles to Palm Springs, Special Events and Iconic Locations Honor the Hollywood Legend Marilyn Monroe Turns 100: Commemorating an Icon Born Norma Jean Mortenson on June 1, 1926, Marilyn Monroe’s centennial is a momentous occasion for fans and admirers around the globe. Although she passed away on August 4, 1962, her legacy continues to shine bright. This year, Los Angeles is rolling out a series of events to honor Monroe’s incredible life and timeless influence. Be sure to visit The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and The Hollywood Museum, both hosting special exhibitions that highlight Marilyn’s impact on cinema and popular culture. Palm Springs Has Their Own Celebration Not far from Hollywood—about two hours east—Palm Springs is also
Hollywood Crime Scenes and Scandals Tour
September 22, 2025
An Insider’s Look at Los Angeles’ Most Scandalous and Haunting Tour The Spooky Side of Tinseltown Awaits This Halloween. Every street in Los Angeles hums with secrets, and not all of them are stories of fame or fortune. Beneath the glitz and glamour lies a shadowy side—a world of notorious arrests, chilling overdoses, and infamous murders. If you’re fascinated by Hollywood’s darker history, there’s one tour you simply can’t miss this Halloween: Glitterati Tours “Hollywood Chills.” Step Into Hollywood’s Haunted History Imagine wandering through the storied streets of Hollywood and Beverly Hills, guided by experts who know every scandalous detail. Glitterati Tours Hollywood Chills brings these tales to life, focusing on the events that have shocked and captivated the world.
Private Los Angeles Tour Versus Group Tour
July 14, 2025
Private Los Angeles Tour Versus Group Tour: Which is Right for You? Discover the Best Way to Explore LA Most visitors are left in awe when they first fly into Los Angeles. From the air, the city seems endless—a sprawling metropolis that stretches on for miles. Los Angeles itself spans over 500 square miles, while Los Angeles County covers an impressive 4,700 square miles. Within this vast area reside 88 individual cities, each with its own unique charm. For first-time visitors and even long-time locals, navigating this immense urban landscape can be overwhelming. What should you see, and how do you go about seeing it? That’s where Glitterati Tours comes in. With over 25 years of experience, we’ve been helping
The Golden Age of Hollywood Tour
April 13, 2025
The Golden Age of Hollywood tour is more than just a sightseeing excursion; it’s a deep dive into the rich history and culture that shaped modern cinema. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and facts about the stars and studios that made Hollywood the entertainment capital of the world. Names like Chaplin, Pickford, Fairbanks, Crawford and Davis will take center stage. Many of the legendary studios are still around, but have changed names over the years. See the location of Harry Cohn’s Columbia Pictures. With the help of Frank Capra, Rita Hayworth and The Three Stooges, Columbia became a major player. Columbia was neighbors with Warner Bros. that produced the first talking feature film in 1927 with The Jazz
Hollywood Walk of Fame
March 28, 2025
On this day 65 years ago, a star for director Stanley Kramer was the first laid into the sidewalk for the Walk of Fame. Some contribute this honor to Joanne Woodward, but she was the first celebrity actually photographed with the terrazzo and brass monument. Since then, thousands have followed. The Hollywood Walk of Fame stretches 15 blocks along Hollywood Boulevard, and 3 blocks along Vine Street. Walk of Fame Categories Categories along the walk include individual and group contributions to radio, motion pictures, TV, music, and theater. A sports entertainment category was added in 2023. Gene Autry is the only individual to achieve all 5 stars from the original categories. Some have been honored in both individual and group
97th Academy Awards in Hollywood
February 26, 2025
The 97th Academy Awards will take place at The Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This venue, located at the corner of Hollywood and Highland, was previously known as the Kodak Theatre. When viewing the Oscars and watching the glamorous red carpet arrivals, many people are unaware that this is actually an outdoor shopping and entertainment complex. It’s now known as Ovation Hollywood. Attendees walk in front of admiring fans, paparazzi, and media on Hollywood Blvd. Storefronts are covered with black draperies, and signage is concealed with the Oscar insignia or other messages from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Even the Walk of Fame is carpeted over as guests walk through the corridor to enter The
Custom Marilyn Monroe Tour of Hollywood
February 23, 2025
No image embodies Hollywood more than that of Marilyn Monroe. Her legacy endures as an icon nearly 75 years after she first gained fame in the 1950s. Our signature “LA Story” tour covers the must-see sightseeing landmarks throughout Hollywood, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Adding 1-hour to this popular excursion can put a very special emphasis on Marilyn Monroe. Explore key places she called home, including: The 1925 Hollywood Studio Club where she lived with other starlets Her Beverly Hills home shared with Joe DiMaggio The Roosevelt Hotel where her modeling career began The Beverly Hills Hotel bungalows where she stayed Her final neighborhood in Brentwood on 5th Helena Drive Visit Marilyn’s handprints and footprints next to Jane Russell’s at
Restaurants in Hollywood for National Margarita Day
February 19, 2025
National Margarita Day is Saturday, February 22nd, 2025. It’s the perfect occasion to celebrate one of the most beloved cocktails in America. Whether you prefer it on the rocks, frozen, or with a unique twist, there’s a margarita out there for everyone. Here’s a Few of Our Local Favorite Mexican Restaurants in Hollywood In Los Angeles, some of our favorites include the flaming margarita at El Compadre on Sunset Blvd, known for its fiery presentation and bold flavors. Suggestion: Blow out that flame when it hits the table—it’s burning precious alcohol! Enjoy their incredible salsa with chips and guacamole, and pour it over your 2 or 3 item combination plate. Another standout is the house or scratch margarita at
The Hollywood Museum in Los Angeles
February 17, 2025
A One-Of-A-Kind Collection The historic art deco building at the corner of Hollywood and Highland, known for decades as The Max Factor Building, holds significant cultural value as The Hollywood Museum in Los Angeles. Leading Golden Age Hollywood starlets such as Colbert, Turner, Harlow, Hepburn, Hayworth, Crawford, and Davis were regular clients. They frequented the first-floor salon for hair and makeup services. According to legend, Lucille Ball became a redhead, and Marilyn Monroe a blonde, in these stylized rooms. Fortunately, these remarkable rooms remain intact and have some of the original Max Factor tools of the trade. The upper floors, where Max Factor once manufactured his pioneering makeup products, now form an integral part of he museum. The museum features
