TCL Chinese Theatre VIP Tour

Overview

The TCL Chinese Theatres VIP Tour is the only place in Hollywood, where you learn the star-studded history of the historic TCL Chinese Theatres. The Tour features stories and fun facts about the theatre’s Hollywood premieres, celebrities, and its Forecourt of the Stars. Since 1927, the TCL Chinese Theatre has been home of the star powered red carpet movie premieres, and special events, where Hollywood's biggest and brightest stars have come to watch their movies! The most famous movie theatre in the world is known for its unique Forecourt of the Stars, featuring cement hand and footprints, of major movie stars from past to present.

So step off the red carpet and walk through the golden doors of this Movie Palace of the Stars, on our exclusive 30 minute Walking Tour. A visit to Los Angeles is not complete without this stroll through Hollywood movie history.

City: Los Angeles

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $13.85

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $13.85

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Route and map

Meeting point

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Los Angeles
6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood

• Your tickets will be held at the theater box office for collection on the day of the tour. You will be required to present this voucher, along with photo ID in exchange for your tickets.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Please note due to the nature of the theatre being a working movie theatre and hosts special events please note, that the tour schedule can change.
• Note that the theatre is not able to host tours on days that special events occur
•Note most days tours start at 10am (unless a private event is taking place) and the final tour of the day typically starts at 4:30pm

Please note there are days this schedule varies due to private events, allways contact the theatre to ensure tour schedule or you can also see the tours times on chinesetheatres.com

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

TCL Chinese Theatres

Beginning in the historic Forecourt of the Stars, the guests are escorted inside the world-famous TCL Chinese Theatre. While in the lobby, the VIP Tour Guide takes guests back in time, through Hollywood’s glamorous history. Guests are shown various costumes, props, iconic artwork, and architecture associated with the history of the theatre. After walking through the displays in the lobby, patrons will be escorted to the main theatre, home to the largest IMAX in the world. While seated in the luxurious auditorium, guests are given the opportunity to relive the theatre’s star-studded past, by watching a short film, hosted by TCM’s Ben Mankiewicz. With over 80 years of history, the TCL Chinese Theatres remains one of Hollywood’s most beloved movie palaces.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (29)

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gon_alor301

Apr 2019

We were watching the famous handprints in front of the theatre when he heard the announcement that the tour would start in 10 minutes. We decided to go ask for details how long it takes, if we see the big screen and room etc. they have 2 tours: lobby 14$ don’t go!!)and VIP 18$, the only diference is that the VIP will bring you to the main room, which is what we wanted to see. When I asked for 2 tickets the guy gave me change for the 14$ tour which I was not interested at all since wouldn’t take me to the room. When I asked for my refund since VIP was only 2h time from that moment and we had other plans he said he would bring me inside to see the room anyway, we agreed. More than half of the tour is showing the costumes on display inside where they features and little history about them. Then he took is in the room and since there was a movie currently on it was obviously all dark and we could not even spot the chinese letters and architecture of it all.... then he takes you outside and basically shows you the handprints, which you can find yourself without having to pay. Complete rip-off. At the end when he saw a cue forming up at his counter he rushed and wrapped up... guess he is working for his commissions. Please do not feed this tour anymore. The interior of the theatre (lobby) is surely very nice to see but you can also see it if you purchase a movie ticket. And also if you go see a movie you ll see the interior of the room (which we didn’t - was dark). I would have asked to speak with his manager but the cue was forming up and I am on holidays so I let it go.

Alan V

Apr 2016

The TCL Chinese Theatre is a beautiful gem, showing off the best of aesthetic design, from an earlier Hollywood age, as well as, the best of modern, movie-going technology. This tour was an excellent, behind-the-scenes look at a true historic and cinematic, icon. Our tour guide was friendly, informative and knowledgeable. Well worth an hour of your time.