Travel guide
Itineraries and things to do in Los Angeles, California
Planning a trip to California? Los Angeles packs the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica Pier, and historic Downtown into a few square miles — and you don't need to rent a car to see them. Here are the itineraries our team runs, from 6 to 10 hours, with a private driver included.
Itinerary 1 · 6h
Hollywood · Griffith · City · Beach
Explore LA's highlights on a guided tour!
- Griffith Observatory
- Hollywood Sign viewpoint
- Chinese Theatre
- Dolby Theatre
- Walk of Fame
- Beverly Hills Sign
Itinerary 2 · 8h
DTLA · Griffith · City · Museum
L.A. like you've never seen before!
- Griffith Observatory
- Hollywood Sign viewpoint
- Chinese Theatre & Walk of Fame
- Beverly Hills Sign · Rodeo Drive
- Bel Air · Sunset Blvd · Melrose Pl.
- Chinatown

Itinerary 3 · 10h
Custom Tour
Create your own LA experience, your way.
- Everything from tours 1 & 2, plus:
- The Broad Museum (1:30 hrs)
- LACMA's Urban Light (night)
- Santa Monica Pier at night
- Melrose Place · Sunset Blvd
- Bel Air · Beverly Hilton Hotel
Practical tips for planning your LA trip
You don't need to rent a car
A private driver takes you stop to stop — no worrying about parking, traffic, or gas.
How much time you'll need
A 6-hour tour covers the essentials (Hollywood, Griffith, the beach). Add Downtown with the 8-hour tour, or build your own up to 10 hours.
Small groups
Each tour fits up to 4 people in the same vehicle — great for families or groups of friends traveling together.
Book ahead
Weekends fill up first, especially the 8-hour tour. Request your quote a few days ahead.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to rent a car to see Los Angeles?
No. With U-GO, a private driver picks you up and takes you to every stop on the itinerary, parking included.
How much does a private tour in LA cost?
It depends on the itinerary and date. Request a free, no-obligation quote from the tours page.
Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes. The Custom Tour combines any stop from the other itineraries into a route of up to 10 hours.
How many people fit per tour?
Up to 4 people per vehicle.
What's included in the tour?
Driver, vehicle, parking at every stop, and a food stop on most itineraries.
Can I just request a ride, without a full tour?
Yes. We also offer private point-to-point rides, on demand or scheduled in advance.
Ready to plan your LA trip?
Request a no-obligation quote and we'll confirm availability.
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