Top Frequently Asked Questions
Tours & Tickets
Q: Why should I buy my tickets online?
A: Buying online is the most convenient way to get your tickets. You can save time and money by purchasing tickets in advance online instead of at the tour terminal. It’s Fast, Easy & Secure! Your personal information will be safe.
Q: If we are not picked up from our hotel, where do tours start?
A: Tours begin from our main departure point outside the world-famous Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028.
Q: What is the cutoff time for making an online reservation?
Online reservations for Starline’s City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tours of Los Angeles can be completed at any time. For other tours, please check the individual products and availability calender.
Q: How do I confirm a pick-up when I make an online reservation for private tours?
A: Please call us at (+1) 323-463-3333 to confirm your private tour.
Q: Where do we pay and what methods of payment do you accept?
A: Online bookings can be completed only with credit cards. If you make purchases at any of our ticket offices, we accept credit cards and cash. Hop On Hop Off tours can be bought from our drivers at any of our buses.
Q: How far in advance must we call and confirm our reservation?
A: We recommend reserving as far in advance as possible, but the following policies apply: We recommend making a reservation in advance and confirming it at least 24 hours in advance, especially during the summer, when we are very busy and wait times can be very long
Q: Will I receive a confirmation message after completing an online booking?
A: All online bookings will automatically generate two email confirmations: one from Starline Tours, confirming your booking and the details of your tour(s), and one from our secure payment provider. This serves as proof of payment. Both emails should arrive within a few minutes of completing your reservation.
Q: Is your online payment processing secure?
A: We strive to provide our customers with the most secure online payment processing technology on the market. We are always upgrading our security as new technologies become available.
Q: Do you use my personal information for any reason?
A: We only use your personal information to process your reservation and to contact you, if necessary. We do not sell or use your email address or personal details for any other reason. If you have any other questions or need any other LA tour information, please call us toll-free at 1-800-959-3131 or (+1) 323-463-3333.
Q: Are your theme park and museum tours guided and is the cost of admission included in the quoted price?
A: We are hoping to be able to offer theme park tours soon. Please
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Q: What is your Operating Schedule?
A: Starline Tours operates 7 days a week. Tour hours vary throughout the year. Operating schedule is subject to change. For the most up-to-date tour hours, call +1-800-959-3131
Q: Where do your tours depart from?
Hollywood Tours begin from our main departure point outside the world-famous Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028.
Q: Do you offer drop-off service to the hotel after the tour?
A: Currently we offer drop off service only for our private tours.
Q: Are tours narrated, and in which languages? Our Hop-On Hop-off is available in nine languages.
On our private tours, you may bring your own translator. All other tours are in English.
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English
French
German
Portuguese
Italian
Spanish
Chinese
Korean
Japanese
Q: Do you offer parking?
A: The Hollywood & Highland Center, where we are located, has an underground parking structure with entrances at 1755 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028 and 1754 N. Orange Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90028. There will be a sign that reads “5 Star Public Parking Hollywood & Highland.” With validation, the first two hours are $3. After that, each additional 20 minutes is an additional $6 per hour and the maximum for the day is $20. All of our tours qualify for parking validation, so bring your stub for us to scan it. Please click here if you require directions.
Q: Is there Public Transportation?
A: Use the Metro Trip Planner for your most convenient route There are many ways to get to Starline Tours of Hollywood on public transportation, including frequently arriving Metro trains and buses. Get started with the Metro Trip Planner or contact Metro at (323) GO METRO to find your most convenient form of transportation.
Q: What should I wear?
Rule of thumb: comfortable and versatile In Southern California, you never know what the weather will be like. For example, you might pack; 1 baseball cap or sun hat Sunglasses. Pack a pair or buy one as a souvenir when you arrive. 1 versatile purse and/or one sturdy beach bag DON'T FORGET TO BRING: A camera. A water bottle. Sunscreen
.Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: For all-day tours from Southern California, we require that customers contact us at least 24 hours in advance in order to process a cancellation and refund. However, you are allowed to change the date of your reservation. You can choose an alternate date, as long as you contact us at least 6 hours before the tour depending on availability. There is no penalty for this service. Again, we offer you the option to reschedule your trip, as long as you contact us at least 6 hours before the tour. Please ask about trip-specific cancellation policies when making your booking. There may be a rebooking fee.
Q: Are your tours accessible to people in wheelchairs?
A: We are committed to providing full accessibility to customers in wheelchairs and we do not discriminate on the basis of physical disability or for any other reason. We are ADA-compliant and all our tours are fully accessible. However, we do advise you to notify us of any special requirements at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled departure time, so we can make a note of it on your reservation and make adequate arrangements.
