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Malibu is home to some of the world’s most beautiful and extravagant celebrity mansions, and we’re going to show them to you on this Malibu Bus Tour! Take a drive along the iconic Malibu Coastline and lose yourself in Malibu’s mystique as we show you celebrity homes, historic sites, filming locations & more on this fully narrated tour of the exclusive Malibu beach area. See the best beaches, celebrity hangouts, hotspots and learn the rich history of Malibu. You’ll visit current homes of celebrities such as Cher, Leonardo DiCaprio, Adam Sandler, Lady Gaga and many, many more beautiful beachside mansions owned by your favorite celebrities.

Tour includes a 1-hour stop where you can choose between getting your feet sandy on Surfrider Beach, hanging at the Malibu Pier, or grabbing a bite & shopping at the lovely Malibu Country Mart & more.

Book Today! Let’s go to “the ‘Bu”!

Tour Departure Time:

9:30AM every day

Tour Duration:

 We recommend Parking at 1541 Ocean Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90401

Adults: $89 Children (13 & under): $75 Seniors(65+)/Veterans: $75

Discounts available if interested in multiple tours. Call for more info

 Use code "GROUNDHOG" at checkout for 10% off your tour!

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Malibu Stars' Homes Tour

• Narration by a professional driver/guide
• hotel pickup at Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Marina del Rey as an option.
• food and drinks.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair access bus must be requested to Starline 48 hours prior to the service date.
• Most travelers can participate

This trip was the third we booked via Viator, the other two were good but this was a real waste of money. For a start the tour lasted 1hour and 20 minutes, somewhat short of the 2 hours promised. We did not stop at Malibu Pier , we just slowed down as we went past, the same happened at the Getty Museum and the stop at Malibu Beach was technically correct, except its at the far end of the beach, on a 50 yard strip of beach, you could not walk further as it was signposted as Private. All in all a real let down.

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5.5-Hour Exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour

Set out on a fascinating journey through the lavish domain of Malibu’s celebrity residences and stunning beaches with the 5.5-hour exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour.

This meticulously curated experience unveils the opulence of Hollywood’s elite, complete with visits to renowned spots like Adamson House, Surfrider Beach , and Malibu Pier . Led by the seasoned guide, David , you will explore the history and intrigue surrounding famed filming locations and historic sites , including the homes of stars like Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert Downey Jr.

Discover Malibu’s coastal allure and celebrity culture firsthand, creating lasting memories that capture the essence of this glamorous enclave.

Just The Basics

• Explore celebrity homes like Leonardo DiCaprio’s and Robert Downey Jr.’s
• Enjoy informative commentary on Malibu’s history from guide David
• Visit beautiful beaches like Surfrider Beach and Malibu Pier
• Highly recommended tour for families and solo travelers, with positive reviews from satisfied customers

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Tour Itinerary & Celebrity Homes

Embark on an exciting 5.5-hour exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour to explore celebrity homes and iconic filming locations with stops at Adamson House, Surfrider Beach, Malibu Pier, and Malibu Country Mart. Visitors may catch glimpses of celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., and Mel Brooks .

The tour not only offers celebrity sightings but also delves into Malibu’s rich local history . From learning about the area’s past to spotting famous faces, guests are in for a treat. As the knowledgeable guide shares insights, participants can enjoy the glamour and allure of Malibu.

With Lady Gaga’s residence among the highlights, the tour promises both star-studded encounters and a deeper understanding of the region’s heritage.

Meeting Point & Starting Details

For participants of the exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour, the adventure commences at Poseidon Surf Shop, where a 5.5-hour exploration awaits starting at 09:30 AM. When planning your visit, it’s essential to consider parking availability and accessibility. Poseidon Surf Shop offers convenient parking options nearby for tour attendees. Plus, participants can explore nearby dining options during the lunch break . Malibu boasts a variety of restaurants and cafes where visitors can enjoy a delicious meal before continuing the tour. This ensures that participants have the opportunity to refuel and relax before embarking on the second half of the exciting journey.

Customer Reviews & Recommendations

Customer feedback illuminates the exceptional experience provided by guide David during the exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour. Visitors praise David’s knowledge and friendly demeanor, describing him as phenomenal, patient , and informative. Many reviewers highlight David’s assistance with wheelchair users and his clear instructions throughout the tour.

Families and solo travelers recommend the experience, emphasizing the thrill of spotting celebrity homes like Lady Gaga’s residence. David’s commentary on Malibu’s history adds depth to the tour, enriching the overall experience. Celebrity sightings , including homes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., and Mel Brooks , are among the tour highlights that captivate visitors.

Traveler Photos & Additional Content

Visitors can explore a stack of captivating traveler photos and additional content showcasing the exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour experience.

• Witness stunning views of celebrity homes like Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert Downey Jr.
• Get a glimpse of the luxurious lifestyle with photos from the tour’s stops at Malibu Pier and Malibu Country Mart.
• Discover hidden gems through traveler photos, offering a unique perspective on the tour’s highlights.
• Experience the thrill of possible celebrity sightings captured by fellow travelers.
• Enjoy the beauty of Malibu’s beaches and historic sites through the lens of those who’ve embarked on this unforgettable journey.

Viator Information & Pricing

Explore the details of the exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour, including Viator’s information and pricing.

This 5.5-hour tour, operated by Viator under product code 63465P3, offers a special pricing starting from €74.86. Visitors can take advantage of this special offer to explore the world of celebrity homes, historic sites, and beautiful beaches in Malibu.

The tour includes stops at renowned locations like Adamson House, Surfrider Beach, Malibu Pier, and Malibu Country Mart, with the chance to spot residences belonging to stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Downey Jr., and Mel Brooks.

For those seeking a knowledgeable guide and an exclusive experience, this tour, with Viator pricing and a special offer , promises an unforgettable journey through the glamorous side of Malibu.

Common questions

Are There Any Restroom Facilities Available During the Tour Stops?

Restroom facilities are available at various tour stops. The tour caters to all ages and offers food and drinks. Comfortable attire is recommended. Souvenir shops may be present during the stops for those interested.

Is There a Minimum Age Requirement for Participants on This Tour?

There is no minimum age requirement for participants on this tour. Children must be accompanied by adults. Enjoy exploring celebrity homes and beautiful beaches with a knowledgeable guide. It’s a family-friendly experience for all.

Are Food and Drinks Included in the Tour Package or Should Participants Bring Their Own?

Food and drinks are not included in the tour package. Participants should bring their own snacks and beverages. It’s advisable to consider dietary restrictions and meal options when planning. There is no specified beverage selection available.

Is There a Dress Code or Recommended Attire for the Tour, Especially for Beach Visits?

When visiting for celeb spotting at private homes or hitting the beach, guests are advised to wear comfortable beach attire , suitable for walking and outdoor activities. Dress code leans towards casual, ensuring a relaxed experience.

Are There Any Souvenir or Gift Shops at the Tour Stops for Visitors to Purchase Memorabilia?

Visitors can find a variety of gift options and beach essentials at the tour stops. From souvenirs to local crafts, guests have the opportunity to purchase memorabilia and items to remember their Malibu experience.

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The Wrap Up

Experience the glamour and beauty of Malibu like never before on the 5.5-hour exclusive Malibu Stars Homes & Beautiful Beach Tour.

With expert guide David leading the way, guests will uncover the secrets of celebrity residences and iconic landmarks while soaking in the stunning coastal scenery.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable journey through the luxurious realm of Malibu’s elite and create lasting memories that will stay with you long after the tour ends.

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Key Details

• Mobile Voucher Accepted
• Hotel pickup Available
• Free Cancellation
• Duration: 2 Hrs
• Language: English
• Departure Time : Summer: 9:30am, 12:30pm & 3:30pm Winter: 10:30am & 2:30pm
• Departure Details : Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA Traveler pickup is offered This tour has the hotel pickup at the areas of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Marina del Rey. If there is no hotel picku.. read more Traveler pickup is offered This tour has the hotel pickup at the areas of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Marina del Rey. If there is no hotel pickup needed, the check in at our Kiosk should be 30 minutes prior." />
• Return Details : Returns to original departure point
• Cancellation Policy : For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Know More about this tour

Discover the beauty of Malibu and see the stunning homes of some of your favorite stars with our Los Angeles celebrity tours. Malibu is one of the most exclusive communities in the greater Los Angeles area. Famed for its historic coastline that spans 27 breathtaking miles from Tuna Canyon to Point Mugu in Ventura County, Malibu is among the wealthiest parts of the city. Its relative isolation and stunning ocean views have made it a longtime favorite of movie stars, celebrities, and powerful entertainment industry icons. Visitors to Los Angeles often find Malibu one of the most fascinating destinations in the area, and this Malibu Stars Homes tour is put together to give you an up-close-and-personal glimpse into the extravagant lifestyle of world-famous celebrities. During your outing, you will visit the current and former homes of more than 40 stars, including some of the biggest names in movie history. Further highlights of the Malibu Stars Homes tour include a stop at Malibu pier , access to Malibu Beach, and a blissful cruise along the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway. Youll also have incredible ocean views, photo opportunities, and much more. Some of the Malibu homes youll see are currently or formerly owned by celebrities including Leonardo DiCaprio, Bruce Willis, Cher, Burt Reynolds, Courteney Cox, Adam Sandler, and Bill Murray, among many others. Available year-round, the Malibu Stars Homes tour also includes a stop at The Getty Villa , a Malibu institution where some of the worlds rarest and most prized artistic and historic treasures are on display.

Narration by a professional driver/guide

hotel pickup at Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Marina del Rey as an option.

food and drinks.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Wheelchair accessible

Stroller accessible

Service animals allowed

Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate

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Traveler Reviews

The day we went January 2020 the weather was not particularly cold, however the vehicle is an open air vehicle and we were all freezing. The driver gave us blankets about half way through.It was so cold it wasn't enjoyable. A lot of the houses pointed out were also places where someone "used" to live.

Wanted to see the homes of celebrities and Starline delivered on Viator’s behalf. Tour guide was knowledgeable and we got our full 2 hours plus!

After ringing twice and waiting 15 mins both times, (as they strongly suggested stating we could loose our tour if not confirmed 24 hrs before hand, even though we had a confirmation no We decided to go to the address 9 on our conformation letter

It was there that we were told that the no we were calling belonged to Viator and they had not yet put our request through to their tour After speaking to the girl about our situation who was extremely helpful managed to get us on the 3:30 pm tour

I think it would be better to email or text Viator to reconfirm as the wait time chews into your holiday and Mobil credit We were not happy about being left on hold for long periods of time just to reconfirm

The tour guide would have to be 1 of the best, he gave us enough time to get our photos while driving bye the Malibu homes Thank you Skyline Tours

This trip was the third we booked via Viator, the other two were good but this was a real waste of money. For a start the tour lasted 1hour and 20 minutes, somewhat short of the 2 hours promised. We did not stop at Malibu Pier , we just slowed down as we went past, the same happened at the Getty Museum and the stop at Malibu Beach was technically correct, except its at the far end of the beach, on a 50 yard strip of beach, you could not walk further as it was signposted as Private. All in all a real let down.

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Let’s be honest, everyone who visits Los Angeles secretly hopes to spot a celebrity. After all, most of the Hollywood movie stars have a house in one of the fancy neighborhoods like Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Malibu or Santa Monica. And they DO go out for dinners, drinks or shopping, right? Well, I have visited Los Angeles three times and I haven’t seen shit. The truth is that most of tourists visit Walk of Fame and other “must see” attractions and those are definitely NOT the spots to meet celebrities. There are some bars and restaurants where the stars usually hang out, but those places are not cheap and you need reservations to get there. The easiest option to get close to Hollywood celebrities is to visit their homes. Not literally, of course, but with the help of tours and guides who know exactly where most of them live. Last year I took Hollywood with movie star’s homes tour and if was pretty fun. We didn’t see celebrities washing their cars or taking out trash, however we did get a pretty good feeling about the neighborhoods, heard some “local stories” and saw a few movie locations. So, this year I decided to book another tour with Starline Tours and do the Malibu part. The tour is officially called Malibu Stars Homes tour and I liked it even better than the Hollywood one.

Basic details about Malibu Stars homes tour

• The tickets cost 55 USD per adult and 45 USD per child.
• The tours start at 9:30 am, 12:30 am, 3:30 pm (Summer) and 10.30 am, 2.30 pm (Winter)
• Each tour takes around 2 hours – from Santa Monica to Malibu and back (the same way)
• The tour departs from the Starline kiosk in Santa Monica Pier (opposite of Bubba Gump Shrimp); you need to check in there at least 5 minutes before departure and the tour guide will escort you to the bus
• Vehicle: in case of rain, cold or heavy wind you will sit in a normal (closed) mini bus, otherwise they use open top vans.

Malibu Stars Homes tour itinerary – what to expect

You will start from Santa Monica pier where your guide (who is also your driver) will tell you a few jokes and tips about what to expect and how to get the most out of your tour. While driving the scenic Pacific Coast highway (also known as Highway 1) you will see the iconic Los Angeles coastline featured in Iron Man, Forrest Gump, Planet of the Apes and Baywatch. I do have to warn you that you will not stop at those locations, and you actually won’t be able to take decent photos from the bus. The celebrities homes start in Malibu area , and these are the ones which I remembered either because they are my favorites, or because the houses looked cool: Bruce Willis, Courtney Cox, Adam Sandler, Paris Hilton, Eva Longoria, Cher, Cindy Crawford, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mathew Perry, Jim Carrey, Jennifer Lopez and many, many more (some of them are “local” stars, not so familiar to us non-USA citizens).

Here is another warning : the bus will stop on the road for a minute or two in front of the popular ones, so you can get good photos, but don’t expect to see big dream houses or mansions like the ones you see in the magazines. Those are usually photographed with drones or from the front – what you will see is actually just garages and entrance doors; and they are NOT so impressive. However, you WILL see much more than in the Hollywood tour because here the houses are basically aligned by the road and most of them are not hidden behind the bushes. The biggest surprise for me was the stop we made at the entrance of Malibu Bluffs beach park, which overlooks the luxurious Malibu estates and the Pacific Ocean. The stop was short (the guide said we could have 5 minutes but we took 10 😉 ), but we got to walk on the beach and take some nice shots of the celebrities’ homes from the oceanside. There was a couple walking their dogs and I pretended that they were very important so I took a few shots 😊 You can see my Malibu Stars Homes gallery in my Facebook album .

Will I actually see celebrities in the Malibu Stars Homes tour?

The celebrities  don’t just hang out in front of their garages , so don’t expect to see anyone. However, it is quite possible that you will see someone’s car parked in front, or if you are lucky, he or she will have his or her garage open (like Courtney Cox had in our case), so it does feel kind of exciting if you imagine they are “home”. Even though they are probably not, because let’s not forget that they have staff working for them, and most of these celebrities own a couple of houses in LA or around the world. What makes the tour special are the Starline guides who spice up the tour by saying stuff like “Paris Hilton is really friendly, she even talked to us last time when we saw her getting out of her car” or “Adam Sandler is the friendliest guy, he is always smiling and waving at us”… I am not sure how much of this is true, however if you imagine that they make several tours daily, there is probably a chance they actually meet someone from time to time .

Some other useful tips to make Malibu Stars tour hassle free

• Book online: I advise you to book your tour online because the number of seats is limited and it is a high chance you will be left with nothing if you just show up at the booth. You will need to pick a specific date and hour, however if something comes up and you can’t go, you just email them and they will try to reschedule you. I was late for my 10.30 tour and the staff was very kind to let me on the next one at 2.30.
• Take the window seat, if possible: depending on the seats taken, it is fair to sit together with your mom/partner/friend, as much as I know that you would all love to sit by the window. You can actually switch places when you are diving back because it is going to be the same route, just the guide will show you different houses (for example if there are 40 celebrities’ homes in Malibu, the guide will point you to 25 on the way to Malibu and the rest 15 on the way back). So, it doesn’t matter where you sit, you will see it all.
• Should you take the morning or afternoon tour: well, this depends on the season – I was there in March and I took the 2.30 pm tour, which was not the best choice for taking photos because the sun was shining at us and you could see the reflections in the bus windows. However, we could take some really nice shots at the beach – these ones are better in the afternoon.
• Tip the tour guides: Let’s give them a credit here – without the tour guides your celebrity tour would be empty, because you would only be looking at a bunch of houses… so it is appropriate to give them tips at the end. People usually pay what they want, and if they see a celebrity they are prepared to dig deeper into their pockets, but I’d say a 5 to 10 USD per person is a fair tip.

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Malibu Celebrity Homes Map: Our Secret to a Great Tour!

Malibu is more than just gorgeous beaches and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. A 30-minute drive from Los Angeles on the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, it has been the setting of many films and T.V. shows, like Malibu’s Most Wanted , The Big Lebowski , Two and a Half Men , and Hannah Montana . It’s even the backdrop of Taylor Swift’s  22 music video. But what’s even better, it’s crawling with celebrities! So, where are the stars hiding? This Malibu celebrity homes map will change your life!

Celebrities That Live In Malibu

What stars live in Malibu? If you happen to be vacationing in the L.A. area, Malibu is a great place for celebrity sightings. Velvet Ropes is your go-to source for the best spots to find them. Check out this Celebrity Addresses article – it has everything you need to know to find your favorite celebrity’s home.

You can even check out the amazing Velvet Ropes app , which gives you up-to-date, well-researched information to start your celebrity tour adventure on-the-go.

Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour: Our Hand-Picked Must Sees!

You won’t regret our expertly curated tour! Starting with Fran Drescher and ending with Robbie Williams!

Please note, we can’t control how celebrities hide their homes and do not guarantee you’ll have an unobstructed view of celebrity homes, but you’ll see more than most ever will!

What stars live in Malibu?

Here is a peek at who currently lives in Malibu. Spoiler alert: there are some A-listers!

• Julia Roberts
• Leonardo DiCaprio
• Halle Berry
• John Cusack
• Edward Norton
• Craig Ferguson
• Martin Sheen
• Miley Cyrus
• Patrick Dempsey
• Cindy Crawford
• Caitlyn Jenner
• Jillian Michaels

This is just a list of a few of the celebrities in Malibu right now. For the full list and a fully curated tour, you need this: Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour . It’s a complete list of addresses and hot spots, plus all our VIP secrets, making up our fan fav celebrity homes in Malibu map.

Tons of celebrities used to call the sunny sea townhome over the years, too.

John Travolta lived in Malibu during his Saturday Night Fever days. Eddie Murphy lived in Malibu, and then Charlize Theron bought his house. She has since sold it.

Jennifer Aniston lived in Malibu while her then-husband, Brad Pitt, filmed Fight Club. Later, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie shared a Malibu home while they were married. Ellen DeGeneres has since bought the home.

Bruce Willis used to share a home in Malibu with his then-wife, Demi Moore. And Jim Carrey recently sold his home in Malibu.

Malibu Colony is a gated community and one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Malibu, with many home addresses belonging to celebrities.

Who can be spotted at the Malibu Country Mart?

The Malibu Country Mart touts itself as California’s premier shopping, dining, and relaxing location. It’s a large outdoor “boutique mall” located right in the heart of Malibu. You will find upscale shops, a public playground, art galleries, a picnic area, restaurants, free Wi-Fi, and possibly some celebrities.

Fans have spotted Jillian Michaels, LeAnn Rimes, and Gwen Stefani browsing the shops at Malibu Country Mart. Others have spotted Simon Cowell and a Kardashian or two. Just keep your eyes peeled. If you spend some time here and down see a celebrity, you were definitely not paying enough attention!

Who can be spotted at Vintage Grocers?

Vintage Grocers is a high-end grocery store that only stocks “the freshest produce and seafood, the finest wines and gourmet items, and the very best meat, poultry and pork selections.” Basically, they sell the best of the best for the best of the best. That means you’re bound to spot some celebrities while you do your grocery shopping.

Fans have spotted Lady Gaga, Caitlyn Jenner, Denise Richards, Emma Stone, Andrew Garfield, and Shannen Doherty.

In fact, Lady Gaga was seen on a white horse leaving the Starbucks next door. She lives close by.

Where is Malibu on the California map?

Malibu is a beach town located in Southern California. It is about 30 miles west of Los Angeles, about 18.5 miles north of Santa Monica, a three-and-a-half-hour drive from San Diego, and a seven-hour drive from San Francisco.

Since Malibu is right along the famous Pacific Coast Highway (aka PCH), many of the 12,645 residents opt to live close by for easy access. The city itself is 21 miles long. In fact, many of the signs around the city declare that Malibu is “21 miles of scenic beauty.” Locals and mostly surfers refer to the city as simply “the Bu.”

Residents and visitors alike can visit a number of beaches, including Surfrider Beach, Zuma Beach, Malibu Beach, Topanga Beach, Point Dume Beach, County Line, and Dan Blocker Beach.

Malibu has also become a residence of the rich and famous. Famous residents include Julia Roberts, Leonardo DiCaprio, Lady Gaga, and Edward Norton, just to name a few.

What can you do in Malibu?

There is a lot of things residents and visitors can do in Malibu, besides celebrity house hunting of course!

Malibu sits right on the cost, so you can visit any one of the gorgeous beaches, like Malibu Beach, Point Dume Beach, and Topanga Beach. Malibu also has a number of state parks, like Malibu Creek State Park and Point Mugu State Park.

We highly recommend Zuma Beach. It’s on the way to Vintage Grocers and is where the original Baywatch was filmed!

Malibu has museums – the Getty Villa is an educational center and museum that houses art from Greece, Rome, and Eturia. The Adamson House is a historic house and is known as the “Taj Mahal of Tile.”

If you’re looking for some great food, there is plenty of restaurants to choose from – especially places that have outdoor seating. Nobu is ones of those restaurants that have both. The sushi eatery is also great for celebrity sightings! The locals and star residents love eating at Taverna Tony, a Greek restaurant in the Malibu Country Mart. Mr. Chow, a Beijing-inspired eatery, is also a celebrity favorite.

For more great restaurants, check out Zagat’s list of 15 restaurants worth the drive to Malibu .

And, if you’re looking for a peaceful place to watch the sunset, Malibu Pier in California State Park is the perfect spot! You can also watch surfers, fish, and maybe even spot a dolphin. There are also places to grab a bite to eat and shop.

Lastly, Point Dume is gorgeous! Aside from tons of celebrity homes, park at Point Dume park and hike the easy trail to the top of the point. The view is incredible!

Where did Johnny Carson live in Malibu?

Johnny Carson was once Malibu’s most famous residents. The Tonight Show host, who passed away in 2005, moved into the lavish four-acre estate in the mid-1980s. The home was built in 1978 and designed by Ed Niles. The 7,083-square-foot estate features glassy, modern fixtures with sky-high ceilings.

Sidney, a film producer, and Caroline Kimmel purchased the home in 2007 from Carson’s widow for $46 million. However, many of the original home’s designs and Carson’s special touches remain. The Kimmels have placed the estate on the market for a whopping $81.5 million.

Back when Carson owned the home, he only had one bedroom. If he had any out-of-town guests, they would stay in the guest house across the street. But the home now has two bedrooms and four bathrooms. The guest house also has one bedroom, and the tennis pavilion has two bedrooms.

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Are you looking for an exclusive, thorough Beverly Hills Celebrity Homes Self Tour that eliminates the silly tourist traps and takes you deep inside the celebrity experience?

You’re in the right place and won’t regret our expertly curated tour! From Hollywood icons who lived in the foothills of Beverly Hills to today’s biggest stars whose mansions are nestled in the Hollywood Hills – all the details and our exclusive photos are all included.

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Starline Tour: Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour

I love doing research for this blog. Writing This Ugly Beautiful City has given me an excuse to explore Los Angeles and do some things I didn’t do as a tourist. Activities like buying a star map or taking a hop-on, hop-off tour of the city. Today I talk about the time I took the Starline Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour in the name of research.

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Did I miss my chance in being a tourist in L.A.?

As a long-time resident of Los Angeles, I felt like I might have missed my window to be a tourist. If I hadn’t done touristy things by a decade in, did that mean I couldn’t? I wondered if I would find those most popular L.A. activities as exciting now that I lived here. Now that I was a local, was I supposed to be annoyed by them like my fellow Angelenos? Would I find celebrity tours exciting if I could care less about celebrity culture? I needed to enlist a research assistant who loved the tourism and celebrity part of being in Los Angeles to help me find out.

I come from a long line of women who love gossip shows and celebrity news. From my great-grandmother, who watched Old Hollywood movies to learn English, to my mom, who has People Magazine on a lifetime renewal. I needed to wait until one of those women came to town. My willing research assistant was my mother.

We had done all of the Hollywood 101 activities before, and I wanted to level up. I needed to find a way to both explore a new area of L.A. and incorporate the rich and famous. Me being an architecture lover, we settled on Starline’s Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour as it checked a lot of boxes. Plus, it included some time on the beach as part of its itinerary.

Starline Tours

If you aren’t familiar, Starline is a tour company offering driving tours of popular locations, celebrity homes, and hop-on-hop-off tours of Los Angeles. On any given day, you can see its double-decker buses roaming the city, taking tourists to Hollywood and Beverly Hills, stopping for photos at Urban Light .

To give you some added history, It is the oldest celebrity tour company in Los Angeles. It started in 1935 after Sid Grauman , of Grauman’s Chinese Theater gave the idea of driving star-obsessed tourists around Hollywood to his chauffeur. That chauffeur ended up quitting his day job and started Starline. It has grown from those early days of a single limo to a fleet of vehicles zig-zagging the city, studios, and celebrity homes in between.

Departing the pier

The Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour departs from Santa Monica Pier due to its proximity to Malibu. You can find the office across from Bubba Gump Shrimp Company.

Our fellow passengers included a family from Wales and three sassy retirees from Texas, all wearing matching leopard print tops and visors. As we loaded into the ten-passenger van, the guide warned us that only one side of the headsets would be working. Not the best way to start off a tour where one listens to fun facts about the area for two-plus hours.

If you would like to play along, I have added links in the song titles for the California-themed music we heard during the tour.

Queued up for our departure was “ Fun, Fun, Fun ” by The Beach Boys. I had to hold my hand to my right ear to hear the song better over the wind and traffic noise.

Santa Monica

In Santa Monica, we learned about all of the real estate that former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger owns in the area. Our guide told us that Arnold is usually out and about, but oddly not today. If only we had taken the tour the day before, we would have seen Arnold walking down Ocean Avenue with his son. 

We headed south to the Hotel California, queued up on the tape deck was, of course, “ Hotel California ” by the Eagles. We then learned that this hotel was actually not the hotel in the song. (Music fact: There is no Hotel California–the song isn’t about staying in a hotel.)

We changed direction and headed north up the Pacific Coast Highway. As soon as you leave the pier area, there are beautiful views of the ocean dotted with multi-million dollar homes. Our guide pointed out our first set of celebrity homes. Late entertainer Bob Hope has houses dotted throughout Southern California, including a beach house he purchased early in his career. This home is close to where Leo Dicaprio and Charlize Theron have homes now. We lingered outside Charlize’s house as our guide talked about the area. He went on and on about how friendly Theron is, especially with the tour companies. He let us know that she would usually come out and say hello but for some reason, not today. If only we were there the day before, she would have been out talking to us. 

Celebrity Stalking

Since we missed our chance to see Charlize, we headed onwards getting more fun facts about the houses on the route. We passed around a binder filled with the houses we were talking about. These included drawings and photos showing their full footprint on the beach.

The above photo is an example. What you see from the Pacific Coast Highway is often garages. The rest of the home stretches hundreds of feet toward the ocean, which you can’t see from the street.

Once we were in a more residential stretch of the PCH, we pulled over to the side of the road. We caught sight of a young man in a wetsuit trying to cross the highway with a surfboard.

The guide whispers into the microphone for our one ear to hear….

“That looks like a Bridges… ummm…maybe Jeff ‘s son, or grandson …I haven’t seen him before, but it does look like a Bridges brow line, hmmm… I am not sure.”

It was at that point that I felt more like I was on a safari, especially since I was surrounded by so much leopard print.

As we were unable to discern whether or not he was a Bridges, we started our tour again. My bet was a random guy, but the tour needed some drama.

This part of the drive is actually quite beautiful; to your left is the glistening pacific ocean and twenty-seven miles of beaches. If it were a hop-on, hop-off tour, I would have gotten off and walked The Strand for a while. 

The birthplace of surf

We spotted Duke’s Malibu , a restaurant popular with tourists for its Hawaiian fare and front-row seat to the ocean. It is named after Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, who is said to have brought surfing to Los Angeles from Hawaii. 

As soon as our tour guide finished giving us that fun fact, I knew what was coming. I elbowed my mother and said, “I bet you $50, the next song is “ Wipeout ,” and it came blasting loudly in the one ear of our headsets.

Malibu is the land surf beaches and celebrity beachfront property. Just past Malibu Surf Beach is where Matthew “I don’t like shirts” McConaughey, Pamela Anderson, and Sting have homes. These houses are next to Malibu Lagoon, so we couldn’t pull up and get close. You know, in case they happened to be out that day.

Queue the “ Baywatch ” theme song on the tape deck.

Further north, past the gorgeously tiled Adamson House and Malibu Lagoon Museum , is another stretch of celebrity homes. Many of the properties come as close to the ocean as legally allowed.

We were able to get a closer view of these homes when we got our ten minutes of beach time. It felt short, but we still had the rest of the tour to do before heading back to the Santa Monica Pier.

We hit the last of the homes just south of Paradise Cove. Taking a beach frontage road, we hovered outside Adam Sandler’s house, who is very nice and will come out to sign autographs, but of course, you guessed it, not today .

At a certain point, every time a celebrity was mentioned, my mom and I burst into giggles because we knew what was coming.  “If only you were here yesterday….” I think we had fun with it, but I think the family from Wales was bummed.

We headed back, remembering where California Surf was born, Matthew McConaughy lived, and with the hope that Charlize had returned for the day so she could come out and shake our hands.

Hours, cost, and other information

• Website: https://www.starlinetours.com/en
• Tour: https://www.starlinetours.com/en/malibu-stars-homes
• Cost: $65 for adults, $55 for kids
• Other: This tour is only offered on the weekends

My verdict is that it is never too late to be a tourist in your own city.

I hope that these 70+ posts, including the Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour, give you some ideas for what to do in Los Angeles. That might mean a future trip once we can move about the world again or ideas for Angelenos to get to know Los Angeles better. I love being a tourist in my own city and I hope that what I have written has inspired you to do the same.

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Malibu Celebrity Homes Tour

• A professional driver/guide gives live commentary
• Optional transfers from hotels in Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Marina del Rey are available
• See the homes of over 40 famous entertainers
• Stop by the Getty Villa and Malibu Beach
• See itinerary
• Narration by a professional driver/guide
• hotel pickup at Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Marina del Rey as an option.
• food and drinks.
• Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA Starline kiosk on the Santa Monica Pier dock #322.
• This tour has the hotel pickup at the areas of Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Marina del Rey. If there is no hotel pickup needed, the check in at our Kiosk should be 30 minutes prior.
• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Most travelers can participate
• Wheelchair access bus must be requested to Starline 48 hours prior to the service date.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• You'll start at Santa Monica Pier Or, you can also get picked up See departure details
• Pass by Santa Monica Pier Malibu Pier Tuna Canyon Park Pacific Coast Highway
• You'll return to the starting point

• lisabD5300CI 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Hollywood Celebrity homes tour was great! The star line Hollywood tour was alot of fun and our driver was very informative. You could tell he has been doing this job for a while and really knows the sights to show us! Thanks! Read more Written April 22, 2024
• cindysX9445FY 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fantastic Trip. What a fantastic tour. My sister in laws parents were visiting from Indiana and her uncle from Serbia. I did a lot of checking and emailed Starline. Gwen got back with me and helped do an Intenary for 5. We took the Amtrak from San Juan Capistrano to Union station. Starline even picked us up at Union Station. We spent 6 hrs with Ross. He was a great guide. Through Hollywood, Rodeo Drive. All the tourist things my family wanted to do. Lunch at Farmers Market. Etc. We went to the walk of fame by the Chinese theater. Starlines office is right there. We met Alex who is a boss for Starline. Nicest guy. They even took us back to Union station to catch the train home. If you don’t have to drive to LA/Hollywood, don’t do it. Haha. What we really appreciated was the customer service. Gwen followed up us until the day we arrived. Confirming if changes had to be made etc. My family wants to come back and do the beach tour with Starline. Again taking the train. I highly recommend this company. Especially if going with family, do the private tour. You conform your trip to exactly what you want to see. Thank you Gwen, Ross and Alex. The entire Starline group. You made the day and their trip the highlight. Until next time Lori Read more Written April 18, 2024
• julianlP7964QQ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Super fun w the fam!! Your was amazing, the guide was funny and witty and very knowledgeable. Tour was not too long not to short. Overall a very good and fun experience Read more Written April 13, 2024
• PinewoodParkGlamping 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Good way to get an overview of LA. We always use Hop On Hop Off buses, as we find they are a good way to get an overview of an area. This particular one had 3 routes. We got a 48 hour ticket & did them all over 2 days. If you don’t want to get off at any stops, you could do them all in 1 day. A few negatives, compared with other hop on hop off tours: 1. These don’t run until 10.20am ish, & don’t run much after 5pm, whereas we prefer to get on one by 9am & have an option to use them until at least 8pm, to make the most of the day 2. They only run every hour, compared to some which run every 15mins. This limited us to how we spent the days & we had to study the timetables intensely to plan our day. One day the bus was over 40 minutes late, so this messed up our next part of our day.! We appreciate that traffic is really bad in LA though! 3. Some of the headset ports don’t work at all & most were crackling , so these do need an update. All in all, a good way to see LA though & we recommend using 6 buses. Read more Written April 3, 2024
• AnumitK 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Rudest customer service from the driver One of the worst tours I have ever been on. The driver was so rude and patronising, he needs some major training in customer service. I am not sure why his attitude was the way it was but he just seemed miserable and thought it was ok to be sarcastic to almost every customer that came onto the bus. He started off trying to tell my 3 year old that he would get wet in the bus as there would be floods of water coming inside which partly scared him as he kept asking “mummy is lots of water going to come inside the bus?” The driver wasn’t clear with instructions and when he indicated Rodeo Drive was on the right myself, my husband and 3 year old got up to get off and he proceeded to shout with “where are you going man!! If you had listened to the commentary you would hear that this is not the stop for Rodeo drive!!” He then kept going on about it further, talking loudly trying to embarrass us in front of the other customers on the bus. I put it down to him simply having a bad day but seeing his attitude throughout the day just told me his personality is just miserable, not sure why he has such a big chip on his shoulder. I would try TMZ/Big bus tours over this company as the people there seem more approachable and happy!! The service was not what we expected and 3 days later I still feel frustrated at the way he spoke to me and my family, never experienced something like this before, especially as we’re always so polite to people, it’s a shame it wasn’t reciprocated! Read more Written March 25, 2024
• RMandJS 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles City Sightseeing HOHO LA It’s definitely no Big Bus. Bit run down, less reliable, maps and starting points are not clear. It does take you through good routes though. However I would only recommend if you’re not on time constraints and you probably need two days to do all routes. Drivers were all great for us. Read more Written February 28, 2024
• selenged2024 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Downtown city tour was interesting We went to Downtown city tour. Even it was short trip, it was interesting and memorable. Enjoyed. Guide explained everything for 2 hours non-stop. He is so good. Thank you very much our guide Bruce. from Mongolian family Read more Written February 9, 2024
• Coastal16275694467 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fun! Enjoyed the sightseeing tour while staying at Banana Bungalows! Really convenient and fun way to see the city! We really enjoyed cruising around Hollywood Read more Written January 30, 2024
• LizCapuano07 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Wors tour on LA tourist trap Worst service on LA this is a tourist trap. The brochure is designed so you think the bus will pick you at certain time but it’s not. My family were left behind at Sta Monica and the bus drivers were not helpful Read more Written January 7, 2024
• efgcorcoran 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Not worth the money I’ll start with the positives - it was a great way to see around LA when I only had 30 hours here, and the bus driver/tour guide was lovely, funny and enthusiastic. Now the negatives…. Your experience was heavily determined by where you sat on the bus, there’s a lot of things on both sides of the bus, but if it’s not your side, you can’t see it. In the description it said you’d stop for a great photo op at a Hollywood sign view point, when really he just pulled over on the side of a busy road, and as it wasn’t my side of the bus, I didn’t get to see or take pictures of it. It would be great if it was built in for stops to get out and take some pictures. Also, which I expected, you could only see maybe a fraction of a celebrity house or a part of the rooftop, or the gates. It was also more ‘Justin bieber once rented that place for a couple months’ or ‘that was J Los house 30 years ago’. Read more Written December 19, 2023
• 362margaretl 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Information needs to be updated I have used this company in other cities around the world and have thoroughly enjoyed the tour and the information provided. Unfortunately, the Hollywood version lets the company down. Firstly though, it is a great way to cover a lot of distance in a city where you don’t have a car. That was the best thing about it. The pre-recorded information is not up to date. Eg. Showing us Lisa Vanderpump’s restaurant that was actually closed down 2 years ago. Telling us about Shirley Temple and other very old stars that I have barely heard of, let alone my teenage son. How about talking about the latest reality stars and latest hot spots on Tik Tok. I would mean researching constantly and recording every 6 months, but it would make it so much more interesting! Also, when we transferred from one bus to the other, our driver told us the second bus would be there in 10 minutes. He didn’t turn up for 45 minutes. No place to shelter in the hot Sun. Overall, although we covered a lot of mileage, I thought the commentary could have been so much more interesting and up to date. Sadly I would not recommend this tour company to anyone. Read more Written December 15, 2023
• G8787KFjasonb 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Terrible Experience We had a terrible experience trying to catch the bus from downtown LA. The first bus passed by without stopping at the designated stop. The second bus went on a different route so did not go past the stop as the first bus should have picked us up. We then had to pay for a Uber as we didn’t have the time to wait the 50 minutes for the next bus having already lost an hour. We rang and requested a refund which we were told would have to be reviewed by management once we made a submission Sven though they acknowledged the buses failed to pick us up. I would not use the company. Would give a zero rating if I could. Read more Written December 14, 2023
• RhiaC804 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great Way to Explore Hollywood We booked the Red line for 1 day hop on-hop off bus and it is very convenient going Hollywood specially that is our first time. We booked the bus on Nov. 24 and there is no much people. We enjoyed the ride on top of the bus and the recorded information about every stop is very informative (although I'm not sure if it is updated). We spent just alight and go around Beverly Hills to Rodeo Rd. and come back on the said pick up to return to Dolby Theater. Read more Written November 27, 2023
• 926simonc 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The Original Celebrity Home Tour When in LA, it simply has to be done… good tour on time and very informative. A great way to see areas that are not on normal public transport networks. Read more Written November 27, 2023
• joyceaP6979HQ 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent It really a good experience especially when you have visitors and it’s their first time to visit Los Angeles🤩 Read more Written November 8, 2023

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