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Los Angeles Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and USS Iowa Museum

TourTruth score 5.7 out of 10

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36 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Los Angeles
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Explore Los Angeles by open-top bus, then board the USS Iowa for a self-guided journey through five decks of naval history.

About this tour

See Los Angeles from two distinct vantage points: an open-top double-decker bus and the decks of a historic battleship. This Los Angeles hop-on hop-off bus and USS Iowa Museum experience pairs flexible city sightseeing with a self-guided visit to the waterfront museum.

Use your 24-hour ticket to explore the Hollywood and Beach routes, with access to more than 12 designated stops. Take in landmarks including the Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Sign viewpoints, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach. Hop off to explore, then use the free app to track buses and plan your next ride. Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, and Mandarin adds context along the way.

At the Port of Los Angeles, board the USS Iowa Museum and explore five decks of naval history at your own pace. Interactive exhibits and a family-friendly scavenger hunt bring the ship’s story to life. The two attractions can be visited in either order, though you’ll need to make your own way between them. Choose the stops that suit your day and experience Los Angeles by city streets and sea-facing decks.

Highlights

  • Admire the Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach
  • Explore Los Angeles at your own pace with unlimited 24-hour bus travel
  • Step aboard the USS Iowa and explore five decks of naval history
  • Discover interactive exhibits and a family-friendly scavenger hunt

What's included

Included

  • 24-hour Big Bus Los Angeles Discover ticket with unlimited hop-on hop-off travel
  • Access to 12+ designated stops across the Hollywood and Beach routes
  • Self-guided general admission to the Battleship USS Iowa Museum
  • Pre-recorded Big Bus commentary in English, Spanish, and Mandarin
  • Free Big Bus mobile app with real-time bus tracking and stop planning
  • Complimentary earphones on board

Not included

  • Live guide
  • Meals and drinks
  • Parking fees

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Important information

  • Visit the bus tour and museum in either order; make your own way between attractions
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Beach Shuttle departures begin at 10:45 AM from Stop 6 and 11:15 AM from Stop 16; final departures are at 4:15 PM and 3:45 PM, respectively
  • The USS Iowa Museum is open in rain or shine and closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
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  • Pets are not allowed; assistance dogs are permitted
  • Bring a passport or ID card, headphones, and a charged smartphone
  • Open-toed shoes are listed among items to bring

Frequently asked questions

How long is the bus ticket valid?

The Big Bus Discover ticket provides 24-hour hop-on hop-off travel.

Can I visit the attractions in any order?

Yes. Visit the bus tour and USS Iowa Museum in either order, and make your own way between them.

What languages are available on the bus?

Pre-recorded commentary is available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.

Is the USS Iowa Museum open in bad weather?

Yes. The museum is open in rain or shine, but closes on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Are pets allowed?

Pets are not allowed, but assistance dogs are permitted.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.17 from 36 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in Los Angeles
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.7.

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