The tour itself with Big Mike was worth it. He's a gifted story teller and shares his own personal…read moreexperiences & insights that adds an authentic value to the tour. The two stars go to Big Mike holding down this bizness. The cons: The night before Purchased dual package tour: La Hood Life and Hollywood tour for $125 a person. A Text message sent at 2am said to meet up at 930am, which we didn't see until parking in the garage at 930am. We get there at 937am to check in, our tour gets verified with the owner (bald slick brother in a all white T parked a glossy badass Benz). At 10am the rest of our tour group arrives. They wait on the opposite end of us because our tours are separate. At 1010am we get verified the 3rd time that we have both tours booked, then offered a seat in the open air tour truck. At 1035 we get verified again & told to get off the open air tour truck and get a seat on the white van with everyone else, that our Hollywood tour would be after we get back from the Hood tour, Mind you the tour I booked was described as 3.5 hrs, quick & to the point. Instead We end up on a nearly 4 hours long tour of the hood. We got back to the pickup location at 230pm. 5 hrs in total wasted mostly by waiting around, watching a verbal argument btwn Mooney, the owner & Big Mike but he seemed to stay out of it. The complaining and arguing and cussing was authentic, cuz Mooney's frustration was real & felt. Yet I think his hissy fit led to all the chaos & waiting around we had to do. We're out $80 because that how much more we paid than everyone else on our tour. I left feeling "Debow-ed" with my tourist chain getting yanked off! Not to mention, the Van sound system went out by blasting uncontrollable screeching noise every time the Van was started back up. This screeching assault to our hearing happened about 9 times. Painful!!! Plus we were stuck in the heat with no AC. Haha it was so ridiculously awful, that looking back I can only laugh. Luckily we broke down close to a small store & bought cold drinks & snacks while the wiring was figured out to the sound system. The rest of the tour the microphone didn't work so the people in the back couldn't hear Big Mike's awesome story telling, and their nonstop complaining behind me was distracting AF. Lastly what we were overcharged $80, should be given to Big Mike and lil sum for Mooney cuz Mooney was mad as hell and I could tell by his high level cussing he can tell a story too.

My boyfriend booked this tour for my birthday! If you are a hip hop fan! This tour is a MUST! Big…read moreMike is the BEST tour guide and I highly recommend him. He is so passionate about his community and I learned a lot about LA and got to take some amazing pictures for great memories.

My 2 teenage daughters, my mother, and myself took the Sights LA/Crenshaw Experience with Mark…read more I've been struggling to write this review for a couple of weeks because I wanted to give a well thought-out, accurate, and influential critique of our experience. The reason why this task is SO important to me is because of multiple reasons. The tour is beyond fabulous. It's informative on several levels; historical stories and significance, present community and cultural awareness, and the future, gentrification, and preservation of community and culture. This is WAY more than a tour. It's an opportunity and an experience that welcomes you with open arms as a VIP guest to their beautiful community. It's truly a wholistic encounter because every element of entertainment is affected. Physically with the walking tour, mentally with the educational nuggets, and spiritually with the infectious love, inspiration, hustle, and camaraderie observed amongst the people in the community. It's a dope experience that is customly curated to each individual tour group. Don't miss out, BOOK THIS TOUR!! You will regret it, if you don't.

From the owner: Sights L.A. is the official Leimert Park Crenshaw District walking tour. We offer three exclusive…read moreLos Angeles Walking tours. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure through the city of Los Angeles. During this tour you will see some scenes from common movies, including where historical events took place, and simply just the best of the Leimert Park Crenshaw District. The places you will go and the people you meet makes the experience priceless. Spaces are limited, so contact us today to make sure you don’t miss out on the experience of a lifetime.

This tour made for a totally magical Los Angeles afternoon! Part architecture tour, part vibrant…read morehistorical tour and all hilarious, joyful celebration of black life in LA. It's very clear that Jordan loves this part of town and was meant to share her knowledge with others. Like, did you know Marvin Gaye performed right off Crenshaw in what used to be the Apollo of the West? Me neither! Her vibe is like the coolest teacher you ever had and her enthusiasm is contagious. Our walk ended at the Leimert Park Village Festival which has everything from Louisiana fried catfish (SO good) to fresh fruit to custom-made jewelry, all scored by an incredible drum circle and 90s Rn'B. As a 90s kid my favorite was the hip-hop themed ice cream shop All Chill, replete with Public Enemy action figures and custom purple Raekwon Diadoras. But there's everything from an incredibly tasteful book store to a boutique skate shop (shout to Neighbors for the hat). All independently owned and all run by and helping the community. Anyway, I could go on and on, but just go experience it for yourself. I'm super grateful to Jordan for hosting this and if there's any justice it will completely blow up.

From the owner: Comedy Walking Tours Los Angeles offers one-of-a-kind, laugh-out-loud walking tours through some of…read moreLA’s most iconic neighborhoods, blending stand-up comedy, cultural storytelling, and hidden history along the way. Led by local comic and tour guide Jordan Lloyd, each tour is part live show, part history lesson, and all heart. Join us in places like Leimert Park or the legendary Sunset Strip, where you'll hear the untold stories of Black LA, iconic stand-up venues, music legends, and the people who shaped the city, all while laughing your way through the streets. Perfect for locals, tourists, birthday groups, or anyone who wants to experience LA in a way you can’t get from a tour bus. Expect jokes, deep roots, good vibes, and maybe a free comedy show ticket or two. Support a Black-owned, woman-led business and come see LA like you’ve never seen it before on foot, with funny people.

This is probably the most unique place I've ever visited in Southern California. Three of our…read moredocents were actual workers on the castle, so we got an inside view of its origins. I'll never forget the experience and highly recommend that you make it a priority to visit. When a person has a vision and spends 25 years fulfilling it with hundreds of friends and neighbors, you have a masterpiece! Go as soon as you can!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience here at Rubel Castle. Our host, guide,…read moreand local "Rubelligent" volunteer, Ms. Kathleen had all the intel about this historical property. She was so knowledgeable and helped set the stage for us to slip into a forgotten era and get a glimpse of how imagination met inventiveness with a DIY charm. ~ A LITTLE BACKSTORY FOR YOU ~ It's not pronounced Rubel as Barney from Flintstones. Rather, it's like Target is to Targét when we are trying to be fancy. So that's Rubel as in "Roo-bell." Unlike modern-day construction, Rubel Castle wasn't built overnight. It was made of collected recyclables and construction rubble that spanned many decades and took several friends and volunteers to build it. For Michael, however, the lifetime inspiration was first sparked at the age of 9. His love for canons was where it started and the rest is history you can hear about on the tour. But don't just show up like we did randomly one day. To book, visit RubelTours.org and make a reservation. ~ OUR TOUR EXPERIENCE ~ It's as if Michael Rubel, the creator and mastermind of this enchanted dominion had intended it to be--magical. Built in the castle period of wood and tin, every corner captured our interests, from antique cars to the 1890's Seth Thomas Tower Clock with a unique backstory (and only six in existence today). There were old vending machines, tools, trinkets, and machinery that time had long forgotten. Did I mention there was a drawbridge? Yes, and a dungeon too. I was just waiting for a dragon to come swoop down on us next. Walk in the footsteps of famous visitors like Alfred Hitchcock, Dwight Eisenhower, Jack Benny, and Bob Hope. It's a feast for the eyes no matter where you glance. I particularly enjoyed the bottle house that Michael built in 1968 as his "home" as a kid. That independent spirit was quite charming to see. ~ WATERCOLOR NATURESCAPE ~ We were fortunate to have our gracious host lead us on a tour and organize a special art crafting experience outdoors. It was absolutely lovely beneath the trees and between rusted vintage cars from the turn of the century. We each got a small canvas to paint our flowers in watercolor. (This particular experience takes place in the Spring and Fall, weather permitting.) We heard the squirrels rattling in the leaves and birds chirped and sang in the trees above. We discovered that peacocks apparently originated from this property, compliments of Michael Rubel. And did I mention that on the far side of the property, a custom garden was in full bloom? BOOK A TOUR Help support the Glendora Historical Society and keep this magnificently unique city-castle maintained. It's worth it.

We had a great time with David. He was an excellent tour guide, very friendly and knowledgeable…read more Thank you for making our trip memorable.

We have never done a similar tour but as our friends from AZ were looking for a true Hollywood…read moreexperience, we chose this company for the good ratings and also a great Groupon deal.... we met at the location a bit early and were able to use the restroom before leaving for our tour. Our tour guide Dave was awesome - engaging, informative and also inquisitive as we were all an active part of the tour. What more to add? Yes, book the last tour of the day as the tour guide may not feel as stressed to get back to the Hollywood Blvd location on time and you may see some of the local celebrities, either driving their vehicles or briefly walking outside. Great company and ditto experience.

We held my daughter's Sweet 16 party aboard "January" and it did not disappoint! Captain Jeremy and…read morehost/deckhand Maria were an amazing, helpful crew. Everything was perfect. The boat is clean, has a great dance floor, and eating area. The girls enjoyed taking pictures at sunset on the front deck where I later took a nice, cozy nap with my mom while the girls did their teen thing with karaoke in the party area. Maria was incredibly helpful, attentive, and very kind catering to our group every step of the way. This is our second time renting this boat but I can almost guarantee it won't be our last!! Thank you for an incredible space where we get to make beautiful, lifelong memories with family and friends!

Had a wonderful time with our Captain and Maria. They both had good energy and were very helpful…read more We ate good, Maria kept the drinks flowing, & i enjoyed having my people with me. Would definitely do it again, 10/10

My family booked this tour because it was my parents first time in LA and it was one of the best…read moreand informative tours we have ever been on! It starts with the owner, Kenneth. I had some questions about booking time and our service dog and he personally called me, recommended the perfect start time and said he would love our dog to join us, he gets hospitality and customer service. We arrived at the starting point and were greeted by our host, Jeffrey. He is one of the nicest guys you can ever meet. He loaded us all in the luxury Mercedes van, stocked with waters/treats, and off we went. The tour is 5 hours, with a lunch stop at the famous Farmers Market. Time flies though! You'll go through the Hills for breathtaking views, visit Hollywood sign, get the tourist Hollywood experience (Chinese Theatre/Dolby Theatre/Walk of Fame), see movie studios, celebrity past/present homes, Rodeo Drive, and much more. The entire tour our guide, Jeff told us facts and stories about the different areas we visited. His knowledge and stories were worth the price of admission. This was the ultimate LA in a day tour. Highly recommend. Private tours are the way to go and this is the one you want.

Absolutely incredible humans that run this tour. Jose made our day, he was so accommodating and…read moreknowledgeable. I go on a lot of trips and take a lot of tours and this one was above and beyond! We did the ultimate LA tour and boy did it deliver

My wife and I wanted to do something different this time in LA. This was it !…read more1. You will see many different tours out there . Most of them are open air . You may think that's what I want . ACTUALLY , the closed windows were great because of the air conditioning! The windows were plenty big enough to see everything and you didn't smell marijuana all day. . 2. We saw everything ! We leaned a lot from our driver and.he knew pretty much everything. 3. The bus was clean and comfortable especially for an all day tour . 4. I thought we had plenty of time at each stop and the stops were perfect IMO. -Santa Monica -Venice Beach -Beverly Hills -Farmers Market -Griffith Park -Hollywood 5. Our driver cared about everyone . One of our stops , a couple ( from another country) was lost . He made contact with them , made sure they were ok BUT did not leave !! We started with everyone and returned with everyone ! 6. It didn't affect us BUT he was bilingual and very good at spanish with his other guests 7. Very important - Our driver/ tour guide was amazing ! His name was John G. Very knowledgeable about everything LA even the history . He knew something about everything . Plants , trees , buildings , where stars lived , gee wiz things, even things about the other guests states they were from . Everything !! Too much too list . He enjoyed his job . We did not have a vibrant bus but that didn't stop his overall enthusiasm and motivation . I hope everyone have him a tip. He earned every bit of it . Always felt safe , he had road detours , that didn't matter , he found a way around !! Our one time in LA after several trips so why not !! This company is top notch. Why this company with so many out there . It was recommended by Universal Studios . Then we researched . Over 7,000 reviews with 4.8 stars out of 5. Thank you John G!!! And thank you A Day in La!! PS. The buses are painted some unique colors for a reason . Huge help with so many different companies !! Tour duration 4+ hr

Truly enjoyed the experience. A great way to spend a day exploring the city. We saw so much and did…read moreso much and now we have a very good idea where we would like to return to explore more. The tour guide was funny and very attentive. Thank you for a wonderful tour!

This place was so amazing great place to get close to ostrich. The own himself gave my family a…read moreprivate tour it was so informative and all the details he gave us have me so amazed. The location it self it's beautiful near mountains. They also have restrooms and playground for kids. They also have little shop they sell ostrich eggs which are huge and they even have home made honey. Amazing place would definitely be going back!!

Quail Run Ranch is a unique and one-of-a-kind ostrich farm that is basically out in the middle of…read morenowhere. You might not realize how huge and dangerous some of these birds really are, but they average about 9 feet to 12 feet tall and from 250 to 350 pounds. And, they can be quite deadly. During the mating season, the males will instantly try to attack you if you get close. They've got about 6 to 10 different ostriches in separate fenced off areas. If you pay a few dollars for a tour, they will walk you down and show you the different ostriches they have, as well as provide some pretty interesting ostrich facts. Their feet are crazy as they are the only two toed bird on earth. Looking at them it is easy to see how they are related to dinosaurs because it looks just like a dinosaur foot. You can also buy ostrich eggs if they have them available, which are equal to about 24 to 36 eggs. The flavor and consistency is actually pretty good as well and very similar to chicken eggs. They also sell honey and a bunch of other things. Also, in certain times of year, you can go and see the baby ostrich chicks that they raise. If you're feeling adventurous, this is definitely worth a trip, especially if you have kids. This has become a fun stop we started making on our annual visit to the California Poppy Preserve in Antelope Valley. I would call ahead and see what's going on with tours and everything else. Five stars.

Our tour guide, Capone was excellent! The tour bus was very hot and they didn't take us to any…read morecelebrity homes as advertised on their site. Very basic tour if someone has never been to Hollywood. But the guide was energetic and friendly.

tmz had the best tour ever! paula and kiki were thw greatest. the information shared was…read moreawesome. they kept it fun and interesting. the finger or the wave was dun and the special treats were also great! thanks a bunch