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Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Hollywood Forever Cemetery in the heart of Los Angeles is much more than the final resting place to the biggest names in Hollywood History. Built in 1899, and adjacent to Paramount Studios, it also serves as a beautiful and serene favorite for the living as well. Check the Hollywood Forever Cemetery calendar for upcoming events…
Museum Row and The Farmers Market in Hollywood
At Tour du Jour we all love showcasing our incredible city to visitors. We are also very happy to share things to do that can be self-guided and done at a leisurely pace without paying for a guide. This includes Museum Row on the Miracle Mile at Wilshire and La Brea. Here you’ll find The…
Filming Locations in Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Look familiar? Think of one of the most popular shows from the 70’s and a cool dude with a leather jacket and a motorcycle. This is the “Happy Days” house located in the heart of Hollywood…not Milwaukie, Wisconsin. All exteriors were shot here. It was easy for set designers to dress up the property with…
Explore Atwater Village in Los Angeles
Just east of Hollywood and nestled between Silver Lake and The City of Glendale, a visitor can enjoy the quaint neighborhood of Atwater Village. Back in the early 90’s The Beastie Boys set up shop with their recording studio in the alley at Glendale Blvd and Larga Ave. Their space even had a skate ramp…
Complimentary Half-Hour Extension to Any Private Tour
In 2025, we proudly mark our 25th Anniversary as Los Angeles and Beverly Hills’ premier private tour company. To honor this milestone, we invite you to experience our award-winning 5-star tours like never before! Book and take any tour between January 1st and February 28th and enjoy a complimentary half-hour extension to your exclusive excursion.…
History Tour of the Legendary Hollywood Studios
Sunset Las Palmas Studios boasts a rich and storied history in the entertainment industry. Established in 1919, this iconic studio has served as a creative haven for legendary figures such as Harold Lloyd, famed for his silent film comedies, who played a pivotal role in cementing the studios’ status in Hollywood. The studio was also…
We Are Grateful For The Many First Responders In Los Angeles
We send our thanks to the many first responders that have been battling the handful of blazes throughout Los Angeles County. These include the Sunset, Hurst, Eaton and Palisades Fires. These incredibly brave individuals and their equipment are not only local to L.A. and California, but also from other states and countries, including our neighbors…
Where Are The Fires in Los Angeles
Where are the fires in Los Angeles, California? There’s no simple answer since it’s changing by the minute with our record-breaking Santa Ana winds. Currently, the worst hit area is Pacific Palisades (red oval on map) which stretches from the hills down to the coast. It is part of The Santa Monica Mountain Range (blue…
German-Speaking Guide for Los Angeles Tours
Tour du Jour can provide private tours of Los Angeles with a professional German-speaking guide. Tours can include Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Downtown L.A., Malibu, Venice and Santa Monica. See our full list of excursions, or customize your own tour of L.A.! VIP Touren durch Los Angeles, Hollywood und Beverly Hills mit Deutschsprachigem Guide
Celebrity Homes Tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills
Enjoy a quick trip with Tour du Jour! Our Celebrity Homes tour is certainly one of our most popular excursions. It is 2-hours in duration and covers the vastly different neighborhoods of The Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills, Holmby Hills and Bel Air. Most of these communities fall within the Platinum Triangle. It’s been called this…