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LA in a Day Tour
LA in a Day Tour - Bikes and Hikes LA
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Key information
Public Tour
Bikes and Hikes LA’s public LA 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.
Height & Age Rules
Please note children must be 4’9 (145cm) to ride our E-bikes on our LA 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 LA tour group’s pace.
Description
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA in a Day Tour
See Los Angeles by electric bike—not from a bus window
If you only have one day in Los Angeles, this guided electric-bike tour is built to cover a lot of ground without sitting in traffic. You ride neighborhood streets and coastal paths with a local guide, stopping for stories and views along the way.
The route typically includes West Hollywood, the Sunset Strip area, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, UCLA/Westwood, Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, and Culver City. Expect about 35 miles (56.3 km) over roughly 5 hours at Level 3 difficulty. Most guests choose throttle-assisted e-bikes; standard bikes are available if you can keep group pace.
The Wall Street Journal has written about outdoor activity as a practical way to feel more awake after travel. Many guests book this tour after a long flight for the fresh air and steady movement—not as a medical claim, just a more active first day in the city.
What you will see
On the LA in a Day electric bike tour you will visit:
- Santa Monica
- Venice Beach
- West Hollywood
- Beverly Hills
- Brentwood
- Bel Air
- And more along the planned westside route
Along the way you pass film-adjacent landmarks, residential streets in Beverly Hills, and coastal paths most sit-down sightseeing itineraries skip.
Who this tour is for
This tour fits travelers who want an active full-day overview of Los Angeles and are comfortable with a longer ride. Children need to meet the posted height requirement to ride e-bikes; tag-along options may be available for smaller children. Public departures and private bookings are both offered—private timing uses the private booking option.
Public tours leave from Bikes and Hikes LA at 7740 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood. Book ahead; cancellations or changes made at least 24 hours in advance receive a full refund per our published policy.
Book the LA in a Day Tour
Choose the public tour or private option on this page. Your booking includes a guide, bike (e-bike or standard), helmet, safety vest, and a post-tour beverage. Lunch in Venice is extra (about $18).
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, on our LA tour!
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 on this LA tour.
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 on Bikes and Hikes LA tour.
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 on this LA tour!
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
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See iconic LA highlights
On this LA in a Day e-bike tour you’ll see West Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Bel Air, UCLA/Westwood, Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, and Culver City.
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Safer, more scenic routes
Guides lead the group on planned neighborhood and coastal bike routes chosen for scenery and rideability.
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E-bikes or standard bikes
Bikes and Hikes LA recommends an E-bike for comfort on our LA tour; standard bikes available for an extra challenge.
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Professional local guides
Your LA in a Day tour is led by a local guide with neighborhood stories and practical tips along the route.
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Midday lunch stop
This LA tour will break for lunch in Venice (approx. $18)
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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 during your LA tour!
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
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What is the LA in a Day Tour?
The LA in a Day tour is a guided electric-bike ride across Los Angeles neighborhoods, beaches, and landmarks. Instead of watching the city from a bus window, you ride through it on a throttle-assisted e-bike—ideal when you only have one day in LA.
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Is the LA in a Day tour good for first time visitors?
Yes. This guided e-bike tour is designed for first-time visitors who want to cover a lot of Los Angeles in one day. You see major westside neighborhoods and coastal areas without the stop-and-go of a typical bus itinerary.
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What makes Bikes and Hikes LA's Los Angeles tour different from a bus tour?
Unlike a bus tour, you are not watching Los Angeles through a window. This electric-bike tour puts you on neighborhood streets and coastal bike paths, with a guide sharing local stories along the way.
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Is Bikes and Hikes LA's LA bike tour difficult?
This is a Level 3 tour covering about 35 miles in roughly 5 hours, so some fitness helps. Most guests choose our throttle-assisted e-bikes, which make hills and distance more manageable. Standard bikes are available if you can comfortably keep group pace.
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How long is the LA in a Day tour? How many miles/km do we cover?
Bikes and Hikes LA’s LA tour is about 5 hours total, covering roughly 35 miles (56 km) with multiple sightseeing stops.
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What’s included on Bikes and Hikes LA's LA in a day tour?
Your booking includes a guide, e-bike or standard city bike, helmet and safety vest, and a post-tour beverage. Lunch in Venice is separate (about $18).
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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.
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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 for all of our LA tour guests.
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Is the LA in a Day tour really the best cure for jetlag?
Outdoor activity after a long flight can help many travelers feel more alert. The Wall Street Journal has discussed that idea in travel coverage. Guests often book our LA in a Day e-bike tour for fresh air, sunlight, and steady movement on their first day in Los Angeles.
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Why is the LA in a day tour one of the top things to do in LA?
In one outing you combine guided sightseeing, light exercise, and coastal and neighborhood views. Guests who want more than a sit-down bus itinerary often choose this full-day electric-bike route for that mix of movement and local context.
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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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