What is the LA in a Day Tour?

The LA in a Day tour from Bikes and Hikes LA is the most immersive and exciting Los Angeles tour you can take. Instead of sitting on a bus, this LA tour lets you experience the city’s neighborhoods, beaches, and landmarks up close by throttle assisted e-bike. It’s perfect if you only have one day in Los Angeles and want a real city tour Los Angeles experience. Most guests say it’s one of the absolute top things to do in LA.

Is the LA in a Day tour good for first time visitors?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour is good for first time vistors! It’s perfect for first-time visitors who want a true city tour Los Angeles experience. Many people plan only one day in Los Angeles, and this Los Angeles bike tour lets you see the best sights without feeling rushed. It’s the ideal LA one day tour because you’ll cover more ground and enjoy more viewpoints than any traditional Los Angeles tour.

What makes Bikes and Hikes LA's Los Angeles tour different from a bus tour?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s Los Angeles tour is different because his iour tour isn’t a passive Los Angeles tour where you stare at the city through a window. Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA bike tour puts you on the streets, along the beaches, and right inside LA’s most iconic neighborhoods. If you want a city tour Los Angeles experience that feels real, energetic, and personal, the LA in a Day tour is for you. Guests repeatedly rank it among the top things to do in LA.

Is Bikes and Hikes LA's LA bike tour difficult?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s bike tour isn’t difficult at all! The great news is that this LA bike tour is beginner friendly. Riders of all levels join this Los Angeles bike tour because the route is designed to be scenic, manageable, and enjoyable. Whether you’re a casual rider or an experienced cyclist, this LA in a Day tour is one of the most rewarding top things to do in LA.

How long is the LA in a Day tour? How many miles/km do we cover?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour is about 5 hours total, covering roughly 35 miles (56 km) with multiple sightseeing stops.

What’s included on Bikes and Hikes LA's LA in a day tour?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour includes CPR/First Aid certified guides, e-bike or standard city bike, helmet and safety vest; post-tour beverage.

What should I bring to the LA in a Day bike tour?

You should bring closed-toed shoes, comfortable clothing, light jacket depending on weather, ~$18 for lunch, and gratuity for your guide to the LA in a Day bike tour.

Where do I park for Bikes and Hikes LA's LA in a Day Tour?

Bikes and Hikes LA has free street parking available near our shop location. There is also a paid lot at Spaulding and Santa Monica.

Is the LA in a Day tour really the best cure for jetlag?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day tour is the BEST cure for jetlag. The Wall Street Journal specifically named our LA in a Day tour the best cure for jetlag thanks to the fresh air, sunlight, and energizing movement. If you land in the city and only have one day in Los Angeles, this Los Angeles bike tour resets your body clock naturally. It’s one of the healthiest, most invigorating top things to do in LA.

Why is the LA in a day tour one of the top things to do in LA?

The LA in a day tour is one of the top things to do in LA because it combines everything travelers want: sightseeing, exercise, adventure, culture, and unforgettable views. Among all Los Angeles tours, nothing delivers a better mix of excitement and exploration. That’s why the LA in a Day tour and LA bike tour experience consistently rank as some of the top things to do in LA for visitors who want more than the typical city tour Los Angeles option.

What is Bikes and Hikes LA's cancellation policy?

Bikes and Hikes LA’s cancellation policy is as follows: You can cancel or make changes no later than 24 hours in advance of your booking, for a full refund or to reschedule. If you happen to miss the 24-hour mark, you’re guaranteed credit to use at a more convenient time. We also offer gift certificates, so you can give the gift of a Los Angeles bike tour to someone you love.

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Public Tour

Bikes and Hikes LA’s public LA in a day tour departs daily at 10 AM from Bikes and Hikes LA at 7740 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA. Advanced reservations required, limited spots available. Make your reservation today! You can cancel or reschedule with a full refund if done 24 hours or more in advance.

Guided in English

Contact us if you’re interested in a private Los Angeles city tour in another language. Bikes and Hikes LA’s Los Angeles tour is given in English by default.

Group Size

Bikes and Hikes LA’s Los Angeles tour groups typically include solo travelers, couples, families, and groups of friends, with most tours accommodating between 2 and 10 participants.

All Ages Welcome

Please note children must be 4’9 (145cm) to ride our E-bikes on our LA bike tour. We have tag along options for smaller children.

Private Tour Option

Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA city tour can be booked publicly or privately. Book Private and choose the timing most suitable for your group for a one time fee of $175 per group.

Electric Bikes or Standard Bikes

Bikes and Hikes LA’s Los Angeles city tour is available on either our premium e-bikes or standard pedal bikes. For the smoothest and most effortless experience, we highly recommend our new premium throttle-assisted e-bikes. More advanced riders are welcome to choose a standard bike, provided they are able to comfortably maintain the group’s pace.

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Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day Tour

Experience Los Angeles – don’t just drive past it!

If you only have one day in Los Angeles, make it count. Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day Tour is widely considered the best tour in Los Angeles, the ultimate way to experience the city up close, personal, and – as the Wall Street Journal declared – the best cure for jetlag!

Unlike a typical Los Angeles tour where you sit on a bus in LA’s infamous gridlock traffic and watch the city roll by (boring!), Bikes and Hikes LA’s immersive Los Angeles bike tour puts you in the legendary neighborhoods, iconic celebrity hangouts, and along the famous Santa Monica and Venice beach bike paths where real LA life happens. This is a city tour Los Angeles travelers rave about and has officially made us the #1 tour company in Los Angeles!

The Best LA One Day Tour – To experience all the best LA has to offer

Most visitors take a Los Angeles tour that barely scratches the surface. But LA isn’t meant for passive sightseeing – it’s a city you need to feel, breathe, and explore. This is why Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA bike tour stands out as the most authentic, energizing, story filled LA in a Day tour available.

In just one day in Los Angeles, you’ll experience iconic neighborhoods like Venice, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Brentwood, Bel Air, Beverly Hills, and the Sunset Strip. You’ll see world famous landmarks, film locations, coastal paths, palm lined boulevards, and local hangouts that bus tours can’t reach.

If you’re searching for the ultimate LA one day tour, this is the only one that delivers a complete, unforgettable view of the city.

Why Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day Tour Is the Best Tour in Los Angeles

Sunshine & exercise are the number one cure to your jetlag!
Skip Los Angeles traffic on our fun & exhilirating e-bikes with throttle assist.
A full immersion Los Angeles tour that covers more than any bus tour
A curated, expertly guided, storyteller led city tour Los Angeles visitors love
The perfect experience for travelers with just one day in Los Angeles
Named by the Wall Street Journal as the best way to experience Los Angeles!
Consistently ranked among the top things to do in LA!
The most exciting, scenic, energizing LA bike tour in the city
A true LA in a Day tour where you experience Los Angeles, not just drive past it!

From beachside boardwalks to legendary neighborhoods, this is the Los Angeles tour that makes you feel alive and deeply connected to the city.

The Most Epic LA One Day Tour – Guaranteed

If you want to discover LA on your terms – not behind glass, not stuck in traffic – Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA bike tour is your answer. You’ll absorb sunlight, ocean breezes, architecture, culture, and history in a way that no other city tour Los Angeles can deliver.

Guests constantly tell us this is the highlight of their trip, the best way to spend one day in Los Angeles, and by far one of the top things to do in LA for travelers of all ages.

Book the LA in a Day Tour

Join the most exciting and immersive Los Angeles tour available. Thinking about it? Just book it! You can cancel or make changes to your reservation for up to 24 hours before your tour for a full refund. If you’re looking for:

the best LA one day tour
the most authentic Los Angeles bike tour,
the best way to spend one day in Los Angeles
or simply one of the absolute top things to do in LA

This LA in a Day tour is the experience you’ve been searching for!

What you'll see

Beverly Hills

Sunset Strip

Santa Monica Pier

Venice Beach

Bel Air

Marina Del Rey

Culver City

Venice Canals

Meeting Point

The meeting point is located at 7740 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046, United States

Highlights

West Hollywood – Pedal down Santa Monica Blvd through West Hollywood, also known as historic Route 66! See iconic clubs, storefronts, and celebrity homes on the LA Bike Tour.
The Sunset Strip – Get a taste of the iconic sunset strip on Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour, a precursor to Las Vegas!
Greystone Mansion – Experience the grandeur of Greystone Mansion as you explore its stunning gardens and historic architecture on our city tour of Los Angeles.
Celebrity Homes – See the extravagant residences of celebrities of today and yesterday, and ride through the beautiful neighborhood of Beverly Hills.
Bel Air – Conquer the heights of Bel Air on this LA in a day tour, where breathtaking views and luxurious estates await at the summit on our city tour of Los Angeles.
Brentwood / Westwood – See the UCLA campus, and this famed neighborhood where OJ led the LAPD on that iconic chase.
Santa Monica Pier – Cycle to the iconic Santa Monica Pier, where you can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, ocean views, and classic amusement park rides.
Santa Monica & Venice Beach – Hit the beach bike path on Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour, experience the wind in your hair and the local vibes in these incredible beach cities.
Muscle Beach – You’ll check out where Arnold Schwarzenegger was discovered!
Venice Canals – peaceful waterways and quaint bridges just steps from the boardwalk.
Ballona Creek – Pedal along the scenic Ballona Bike Path while experiencing LA in a day, enjoying picturesque views of the wetlands and coastal beauty.
Culver City – Check out Sony Pictures Studios, the historic Culver studios, and learn about the immense film history in this area.

Benefits

See iconic LA highlights
On Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day tour you’ll see West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, UCLA/Westwood, Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, and Culver City. Join us for the BEST Los Angeles Tour.
Safer, more scenic routes
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA tour rides on the safest and most scenic routes in LA!
E-bikes or standard bikes
Bikes and Hikes LA recommends an E-bike for comfort; standard bikes available for an extra challenge.
Bikes and Hikes LA's Pro, certified guides
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA tour is led by CPR/First Aid certified guides with great stories and local insights.
Midday lunch stop
Bikes and Hikes LA’s tour will break for lunch in Venice (approx. $18)
Complimentary On-site Luggage Storage
Is Bikes and Hikes LA your first or last experience in LA? Coming straight from the airport to beat Jet Lag? No worries, we’ll hold your bags!

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

What is the LA in a Day Tour?
The LA in a Day tour from Bikes and Hikes LA is the most immersive and exciting Los Angeles tour you can take. Instead of sitting on a bus, this LA tour lets you experience the city’s neighborhoods, beaches, and landmarks up close by throttle assisted e-bike. It’s perfect if you only have one day in Los Angeles and want a real city tour Los Angeles experience. Most guests say it’s one of the absolute top things to do in LA.
Is the LA in a Day tour good for first time visitors?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour is good for first time vistors! It’s perfect for first-time visitors who want a true city tour Los Angeles experience. Many people plan only one day in Los Angeles, and this Los Angeles bike tour lets you see the best sights without feeling rushed. It’s the ideal LA one day tour because you’ll cover more ground and enjoy more viewpoints than any traditional Los Angeles tour.
What makes Bikes and Hikes LA's Los Angeles tour different from a bus tour?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s Los Angeles tour is different because his iour tour isn’t a passive Los Angeles tour where you stare at the city through a window. Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA bike tour puts you on the streets, along the beaches, and right inside LA’s most iconic neighborhoods. If you want a city tour Los Angeles experience that feels real, energetic, and personal, the LA in a Day tour is for you. Guests repeatedly rank it among the top things to do in LA.
Is Bikes and Hikes LA's LA bike tour difficult?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s bike tour isn’t difficult at all! The great news is that this LA bike tour is beginner friendly. Riders of all levels join this Los Angeles bike tour because the route is designed to be scenic, manageable, and enjoyable. Whether you’re a casual rider or an experienced cyclist, this LA in a Day tour is one of the most rewarding top things to do in LA.
How long is the LA in a Day tour? How many miles/km do we cover?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour is about 5 hours total, covering roughly 35 miles (56 km) with multiple sightseeing stops.
What’s included on Bikes and Hikes LA's LA in a day tour?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a day tour includes CPR/First Aid certified guides, e-bike or standard city bike, helmet and safety vest; post-tour beverage.
What should I bring to the LA in a Day bike tour?
You should bring closed-toed shoes, comfortable clothing, light jacket depending on weather, ~$18 for lunch, and gratuity for your guide to the LA in a Day bike tour.
Where do I park for Bikes and Hikes LA's LA in a Day Tour?
Bikes and Hikes LA has free street parking available near our shop location. There is also a paid lot at Spaulding and Santa Monica.
Is the LA in a Day tour really the best cure for jetlag?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day tour is the BEST cure for jetlag. The Wall Street Journal specifically named our LA in a Day tour the best cure for jetlag thanks to the fresh air, sunlight, and energizing movement. If you land in the city and only have one day in Los Angeles, this Los Angeles bike tour resets your body clock naturally. It’s one of the healthiest, most invigorating top things to do in LA.
Why is the LA in a day tour one of the top things to do in LA?
The LA in a day tour is one of the top things to do in LA because it combines everything travelers want: sightseeing, exercise, adventure, culture, and unforgettable views. Among all Los Angeles tours, nothing delivers a better mix of excitement and exploration. That’s why the LA in a Day tour and LA bike tour experience consistently rank as some of the top things to do in LA for visitors who want more than the typical city tour Los Angeles option.
What is Bikes and Hikes LA's cancellation policy?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s cancellation policy is as follows: You can cancel or make changes no later than 24 hours in advance of your booking, for a full refund or to reschedule. If you happen to miss the 24-hour mark, you’re guaranteed credit to use at a more convenient time. We also offer gift certificates, so you can give the gift of a Los Angeles bike tour to someone you love.

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