The Beverly Hills Segway Tour

Beverly Hills is best seen at street level, where polished gardens, grand homes, designer shops, and chauffeured cars create a very different side of Los Angeles. This two-hour Segway ride takes you past Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Beverly Hills sign, and busy Santa Monica Boulevard without asking you to spend the day on foot.

I like the quick learning curve and the generous route. You get a short practice session before setting off, then cover far more ground than on a walking tour. I also like the small practical touches: snacks and drinks are included, and guides such as Isaac have been praised for keeping nervous first-time riders calm.

The main drawback is the price: at $169 per person, this is not a cheap way to see Beverly Hills. You also need to be at least 12, wear closed-toe sports shoes, and feel comfortable balancing on a moving vehicle.

Key points to know before you book

• Rodeo Drive is only one part of the route: You’ll also see Wilshire Boulevard, the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Beverly Hills sign, and Santa Monica Boulevard.
• The training is short but useful: Most riders should get a feel for the Segway during the practice session, though the first few minutes can feel odd.
• A guide adds local context: Expect background on Beverly Hills, notable buildings, filming locations, and the area’s connection to Hollywood.
• The tour is good for covering ground: Two hours on a Segway lets you move between shopping streets, hotels, gardens, and major avenues.
• The meeting point is outside central Beverly Hills: The office is at 1080 South La Cienega Boulevard, with parking under the building and some street parking nearby.

What the Beverly Hills Segway Tour is really like

This is a sightseeing ride through one of Los Angeles’ most polished districts, not a thrill ride. You are there to look around, hear stories, take photographs, and enjoy the odd feeling of floating along Beverly Hills streets.

The tour begins at the Another Side Tours office at 1080 South La Cienega Boulevard. The office is on the first floor of a three-floor building. You can find parking under the building, and neighborhood street parking may be available, but read the signs carefully before leaving your car.

Once you meet your guide, you receive a helmet and a basic safety lesson. The Segway responds to your body position: lean forward to move, lean back to slow down, and use the handlebars to steer. You practice nearby before joining the streets.

That practice matters. One rider who had used a Segway before found the vehicle unusual at first, while a first-time rider in the same group needed reassurance. The useful news is that the learning period was short. A few quiet practice loops were enough for that rider to feel secure.

I would still arrive ready to concentrate. You will not need athletic skill, but you do need balance, attention, and a willingness to follow directions. Open-toed shoes are not allowed, so wear comfortable sports shoes with a closed toe.

Riding from La Cienega toward Beverly Hills

The starting point gives the tour a practical shape. You are not picked up from your hotel, so you need to make your own way to La Cienega Boulevard. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Once underway, your guide leads you through Beverly Hills streets and explains how the area became a favored address for Hollywood figures during the 1920s. That background helps explain the neighborhood’s carefully maintained appearance and its long link with film, television, and celebrity culture.

Do not expect every street to look like a movie set. That is part of the appeal. The route includes manicured gardens, varied architecture, restaurant areas, broad avenues, and residential streets. You see how the district works as a place to live, not just as a shopping backdrop.

A guide also gives you a better chance of noticing details you might otherwise miss. The tour includes information about historic buildings and filming locations, and one guide named Isaac was specifically praised for being funny, informed, and good at keeping the group smiling. Guides may vary, but the experience depends heavily on the person leading the ride.

Rodeo Drive: designer shops and window shopping

Rodeo Drive is the tour’s most obvious draw. The street is lined with elite boutiques and polished storefronts, and it provides the classic Beverly Hills photo setting.

You do not need to shop to enjoy this stop. The value is in seeing the concentration of luxury brands, the immaculate sidewalks, the architecture, and the stream of expensive cars. A Segway also gives you a moving view of the area rather than confining you to one short walking stretch.

Still, keep your expectations realistic. This is a sightseeing visit, not a shopping trip. The tour price does not include purchases, and two hours is not designed for browsing every store. If you want to enter boutiques, ask your guide how much time the route allows, but expect the focus to remain on riding and seeing several parts of Beverly Hills.

Rodeo Drive can also feel more polished than authentic. It shows the public face of Beverly Hills, with luxury goods and careful presentation everywhere you look. The residential roads, gardens, and older buildings later in the route provide a more rounded picture.

The Beverly Hills Hotel and the Pink Palace

The Beverly Hills Hotel is one of the tour’s most memorable stops. Its nickname, the Pink Palace, comes from its distinctive pink exterior, which gives the building a clear visual identity even if you know little about its history.

Your guide provides background as you cruise by and stop for a closer look. This is a useful pause in the route because it connects Beverly Hills architecture with the world of Hollywood hotels, movie stars, and entertainment industry lore.

The stop is also a good reminder that Beverly Hills has more than luxury stores. Hotels, restaurants, gardens, and residential streets all play a part in the district’s appeal. If you enjoy old Hollywood associations, this will likely be one of the stronger sections of the ride.

You should not book the tour expecting a hotel visit or an interior tour. The supplied details describe an exterior stop and sightseeing around the property. Treat it as a photo and history pause rather than a chance to explore the hotel itself.

The Beverly Hills sign and a chance for photographs

The Beverly Hills sign gives you one of the clearest photo opportunities on the route. Your guide takes you to the sign, where you can pause and capture a recognizable image of the city.

This kind of stop is simple but valuable. A moving tour can sometimes feel like a blur of streets and buildings, so a planned photograph gives the outing a clear memory. It also breaks up the riding and lets you take in the surroundings without steering at the same time.

The route also passes the Beverly Hilton, another place associated with major events and celebrity culture. The tour description encourages you to look for stars around the hotel, though no guide can promise a celebrity sighting. Think of that as part of the fun, not a guaranteed feature.

Wilshire Boulevard and Santa Monica Boulevard

Wilshire Boulevard adds a broader Los Angeles feel to the ride. It is a major avenue, and traveling along it helps you see how Beverly Hills connects with the wider city rather than existing as an isolated luxury district.

Santa Monica Boulevard brings a livelier finish. The route takes you along the boulevard for a taste of Los Angeles energy, with more traffic, movement, and city activity than the quieter residential streets.

This section may be the most enjoyable for you if you want a sense of place rather than a checklist of famous addresses. Rodeo Drive shows wealth. The Beverly Hills Hotel shows old Hollywood polish. Santa Monica Boulevard brings you back to the bigger, louder Los Angeles setting.

The route can change because of street conditions. On one occasion, filming blocked part of the planned road section, so the group missed some of the car-related portions. That is worth keeping in mind: film shoots, traffic, and temporary closures can affect exactly which streets you use.

How difficult is the Segway?

The Segway is easy to use once you understand the controls, but easy does not mean automatic. You stand for the full tour, steer among streets, and stay alert around other road users.

The first few minutes are the hardest for many beginners. The vehicle can feel sensitive, especially when you lean forward or try to stop. The training area gives you time to get used to that movement before the main ride begins.

A guide can make a large difference. Isaac was praised for helping a nervous beginner feel reassured, and that kind of calm instruction is especially useful if this is your first Segway experience. You should tell the guide if you are anxious or need another practice turn.

This tour is not suitable for children under 12 or pregnant women. The age rule is firm in the supplied information. Sports shoes are required, and open-toed shoes are not allowed.

What is included for $169?

The price is $169 per person. That puts this outing well above a standard walking tour, so the value depends on what you want from your time in Los Angeles.

You are paying for a two-hour guided route, Segway rental, helmet, safety instruction, and snacks and beverages. You also cover a wide area, including several famous Beverly Hills streets and landmarks. If you want to see Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Hills Hotel, the Beverly Hills sign, and Santa Monica Boulevard in one short outing, the vehicle saves time and effort.

The tour is less good value if you mainly want a quick photograph at Rodeo Drive or prefer exploring at your own pace. You could spend less by walking around one section of Beverly Hills, though you would not cover as much ground or receive the same guided introduction.

I see the strongest value for first-time visitors who want an easy overview. It combines transport and sightseeing, and the guide provides context while you ride. Snacks and drinks are a small extra, but they are useful on a warm Los Angeles day.

The duration is also a factor. Two hours is long enough to make the price feel more reasonable than a short introductory ride, but short enough to fit beside other Los Angeles plans. You will not spend the entire day on a Segway or lose time to a large meal stop.

Who will enjoy this ride most?

You are a good match if you want to:

• See several Beverly Hills areas without walking long distances
• Add a playful activity to a Los Angeles sightseeing day
• Learn to use a Segway with an instructor nearby
• Photograph recognizable places such as Rodeo Drive and the Beverly Hills sign
• Hear about architecture, filming locations, hotels, and Hollywood connections
• See both polished shopping streets and wider Los Angeles avenues

The tour also suits a couple, a small family with children aged 12 and older, or friends looking for something more active than a bus tour.

I would think twice if you dislike balancing vehicles, cannot stand comfortably for two hours, or want a slow architectural walk. The Segway gives you range, but it also asks you to focus on steering and movement. Pregnant women and children under 12 cannot participate.

The experience may also be less satisfying if you want a guaranteed celebrity sighting. Beverly Hills is full of celebrity associations, but seeing a star is a possibility, not part of the promised route.

Timing, language, and cancellation

Starting times vary, so check availability when booking. An early departure can have a different feel from a later one. One Sunday morning at 8 a.m., a rider found the streets quiet and ended up alone with the guide, but you should not assume every departure will be private or lightly attended.

Tours are offered in English and Spanish. The guide leads the ride and provides the background information, so choose the language that will let you follow safety instructions and local stories most comfortably.

You receive a booking confirmation from the activity provider within 48 hours of purchase. If your plans change, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Should you book the Beverly Hills Segway Tour?

Book it if you want a guided, active look at Beverly Hills and like the idea of covering Rodeo Drive, the Pink Palace, the Beverly Hills sign, and Santa Monica Boulevard in two hours.

The strongest reasons to go are the route, the quick training, and the chance to see more than the usual luxury-shop frontage. A patient guide can make the Segway approachable even for a beginner, and the included snacks and drinks add a practical touch.

Skip it if $169 feels too steep for a short sightseeing activity, if you prefer walking, or if you are hoping for a guaranteed celebrity encounter. For the right person, this is a lively way to sample Beverly Hills at street level. Just wear closed-toe sports shoes, arrive at the La Cienega meeting point, and give yourself a few minutes to get comfortable before the gliding begins.

FAQ

How long is the Beverly Hills Segway Tour?

The tour lasts two hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $169 per person.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at the Another Side Tours office at 1080 South La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90035. The office is on the first floor of a three-floor building.

Is parking available at the meeting point?

Parking is available under the building, and neighborhood street parking may also be available. Check street parking signs before leaving your car.

What should I wear?

Wear sports shoes with closed toes. Open-toed shoes are not allowed.

Who can take the tour?

Participants must be at least 12 years old. The tour is not suitable for children under 12 or pregnant women.