Below is a list of HI USA recommended tour providers for HI Los Angeles Santa Monica guests to enjoy while visiting the city!

Book your Surf City Tour tickets HERE and use promo code hilocal to save 10% 

Surf City Tours offers multiple guided sightseeing adventures departing daily from the beach in Santa Monica—think Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Venice, and more—aboard custom open‑air vans that bring the best of Los Angeles to life with beach vibes and local insight. Surf City tours offer transportation in their van. Options for tours:

The Perfect LA Tour: See Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and celebrity homes in style on our unique open-air buses- all in 5.5 Hours! Start and end at the beach, with time to explore, dine and enjoy Santa Monica’s stunning sands.  Short on time?  Try our 3.5 Hour option.

The Perfect Malibu Tour: Malibu is open and waiting for you!  Lose yourself in Malibu’s mystique on a 5.5 hour, fully narrated tour of celebrity homes, historic sites, filming locations, and more. Cruise the coast in an open-air van with an expert guide who will fill you in on all of Malibu’s secrets. Tour includes a 1-hour stop where you can choose between getting your feet sandy on Surfrider Beach, hanging at the Malibu Pier, or grabbing a bite & shopping at the lovely Malibu Country Mart & more. NOTE: You can request a pick up at the hostel) 

Hollywood Hopper Tour: From the Sea to the Stars on the Walk of Fame and back, we have you covered if you’re short on time. Our Hollywood Hopper tour covers celebrity homes, movie studios, filming locations, & more with a stop at the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This 3½-hour tour will have you rubbing elbows with the stars in no time. Tour includes a 30-minute stop on The Hollywood Walk of Fame.  If you’re staying by the beach but don’t have a lot of time, enjoying a long layover, or even a local Los Angeleno looking to reconnect with your city- this is the tour for you.

The Perfect Venice Tour: It’s one of the coolest beach towns in California, and we’re gonna give you the perfect tour! We’ll tell you the story of Venice in Los Angeles through historic sights, iconic views, and fun & interactive stops along the way on this fully narrated and guided beach tour.

Book your Aqua Surf tickets HERE and use promo code HISURF10 to save 10% 

Discover the thrill of surfing with Aqua Surf School, Santa Monica’s top-rated surf experience offering expert, safety-certified instructors and year-round private lessons for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're booking a summer camp, group event, or a one-on-one session, Aqua Surf guarantees unforgettable fun, personalized coaching, and real progress out on the waves. They are near the border of Santa Monica and Venice Beach.

Book your Public Bike Rental tickets HERE and use promo code HI HOSTEL to save 5% 

Experience Santa Monica your way with all-day bike rentals starting at just $20, offering cruisers, city bikes, kids’ bikes, and more, perfect for exploring the coast in comfort. Whether you're riding solo or with family, enjoy flexible rental options, top-quality gear, and the best prices in town. Address: 117 Broadway

Book your Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Tour tickets HERE and use promo code HIUSA10 to save 10%

Santa Monica & Venice Beach Bike Tour: Enjoy the best of Los Angeles with this three hour guided bike tour that begins in Santa Monica near the famous Santa Monica Pier! Take in the ocean breezes, visit the historic Venice Canals, ride through Marina del Rey, take pictures with the Art Walls, and explore Muscle Beach. The sunny California weather makes this tour a fun and beautiful experience for culture enthusiasts and history buffs. Our guides will provide you with fun facts, surprising secrets, and photo opportunities while you soak in the beauty of Santa Monica and Venice Beach. Upgrade your tour to an electric bike for an easier ride! This guided tour takes about 3 hours and is perfect for families, friend groups, couples, and solo riders! Get the local feel while you learn on this relaxed ride! Attachments like tag-a-longs and trailers are not permitted on this tour. Address: 1431 Ocean Avenue

Book your Big Bus LA tickets HERE and save 10%

Discover Los Angeles aboard Big Bus Tours’ iconic open-top, double-decker buses, with flexible 1- or 2-day hop-on, hop-off tickets that let you explore Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Santa Monica Pier, and other must-see sights at your own pace. Choose from multiple routes like the Hollywood Loop and Beach Loop, enjoy engaging audio commentary in several languages, and make sightseeing effortless with their real-time app and mobile pass options.

City Pass:

Book your Southern California City Pass HERE

Walk N Tour (self guided tour app) - DOWNLOAD THE APP USING QR CODE FOUND HERE

Walk N Tour is an app you can download and explore the city on a self-guided tours around Los Angeles!