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Private Hollywood Walking Tour: True Crime and Dark History

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As the sun sets over Hollywood, you will be led on a fright-filled walk down the Boulevard of Broken Dreams to visit haunted hotels, theaters, and landmarks.

If you love Hollywood, the paranormal, or true crime, this is the tour for you! This two-hour crime and dark history walking tour is led by expert guides with a passion for LA history.

Some of our favorite stories? The truth about the Hollywood Ripper, where to go to see the ghost of Marilyn Monroe, and what really happens when the lights go out at the Pantages Theatre.

Whether you're visiting LA for the first time or have lived here your whole life, this tour is sure to make you see Hollywood in a whole new light — after dark. From ghosts to arson to the occasional serial killer, Hollywood has more than its share of secrets. Come uncover them with us!

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Duration 2 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Key facts

Duration 2 hours
Languages English
Group size Up to 15
Ages Adult 0–99
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Tour type Private

What's included

Included

  • Local guide

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Hear the history and fit your hands and feet inside the impressions of legendary celebrity hand and footprints cemented in this famous courtyard!

    15 minutes
  2. Stop 2

    Hear about the ghost sightings at nearby hotels to this infamous intersection

    10 minutes
  3. Stop 3

    Learn about the Hollywood Signs grisly past

    10 minutes
  4. Stop 4

    Take in the iconic structure and its musical history, past and present!

    10 minutes
  5. Stop 5

    Visit the Pantages theatre and try to catch a glimpse of Howard Hughes' spirit.

    10 minutes
  6. Stop 6

    Learn about the nearby infamous Manson murders and serial killers that have shaped LA.

    10 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Meet your guide in front of the Hollywood Pantages Theater

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Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before

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