Los Angeles Ghost Bus Tour
A luxury coach bus tour into LA's most beautiful, glamorous, and haunted locations — from the Roosevelt and the Biltmore to Hollywood Forever, the Cecil, and the haunted plaza of Olvera Street.
Saturday nights at 7pm, spin through the City of Angels in comfort and hear chilling tales from the city's dark history on our haunted Los Angeles bus tour. Your guide — an expert in the paranormal — will narrate the route as you climb aboard a luxury coach to visit the haunted icons of Hollywood and downtown LA.
Our Los Angeles bus route was originated by long-time LA ghost hunter Scott Markus, who personally collected haunted stories through downtown and Hollywood. Our guides continue to learn new tales every week. With American Ghost Walks, you'll hear much more than the typical ghost stories found on TV shows or in books — discovering unique tales you won't hear anywhere else.
Over three hours you'll roll past the Formosa Café, Hollywood Forever Cemetery, the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the Cecil Hotel, and the Biltmore Hotel — and step out for a short walk through historic Olvera Street, one of LA's most historic and haunted areas.
What To Expect
It's the only bus tour in Los Angeles that specializes in haunted history and paranormal tales, featuring exclusive stories not found on TV or in guidebooks. Each tour is led by a professional storyteller and paranormal expert trained by American Ghost Walks — perfect for true crime fans, history lovers, and thrill-seekers alike.
Tour Highlights
- ▸Explore Los Angeles in comfort by coach over three hours, hearing secrets from the city's distant past to the present day.
- ▸Discover top attractions and historic sites including the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, the Pueblo de Los Angeles, Pico House, and the troubled Cecil Hotel.
- ▸Your guide, an expert in the paranormal, shares insight into LA's colorful history — from the days of the Spanish invasion to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's 1930s heyday.
- ▸Hear stories of famous stars of stage and screen such as Elvis Presley, Laurel and Hardy, Marilyn Monroe, and Charlie Chaplin.
- ▸Step out on foot along the way to soak up the atmosphere in some of LA's most intriguing sites of interest.
Itinerary
Meet your guide at Formosa Café (courtyard exterior) — 7156 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046.
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Formosa Café
Enveloped in the shadows of Hollywood's Golden Age, the Formosa Café has been a silent witness to countless untold secrets — as well as gangsters. Frequented by icons such as James Dean, Elvis Presley, and Bugsy Siegel, its walls brim with whispers of the past.
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Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Unravel the secrets of a century-old cemetery, a silent sanctuary spread across 100 acres. The final curtain call for stars like Mickey Rooney, Dee Dee Ramone, and Cecil B. DeMille was here, their stories forever etched in this sacred space.
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The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
Steeped in the glitz and glamour of Old Hollywood, the Roosevelt hosted the inaugural Academy Awards ceremony. A few of the hauntings here include guests splashing around in the swimming pool, the swing and crack of Babe Ruth at bat, and the ghostly reflection of Marilyn Monroe.
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The Cecil Hotel
Nestled in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, the Cecil Hotel holds a chilling reputation as one of the world's most haunted destinations. Its history is marred by an unsettling array of tragedies, including unexplained accidents, sudden deaths, brutal murders, and heartbreaking suicides.
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The Biltmore Hotel
Once the pride of Los Angeles, the Biltmore Hotel has a markedly troubled past — and unexplained hauntings. Few stories have captured the public's imagination more than that of Elizabeth Short, better known as 'the Black Dahlia.' Learn more of her mystery at the place she was last seen.
Important Info
- ▸Duration: Approximately 3 hours, including a short walking segment through historic Olvera Street.
- ▸Weather: The tour runs in cold or light rain. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket and water.
- ▸Parking: Metered street parking and nearby paid lots are available. SpotHero is recommended for advance booking near the Formosa Café.
- ▸Reservations: A popular weekend experience — early booking is strongly recommended.
- ▸Tickets: Because this is a limited-capacity tour, all sales are final — but we'll reschedule you in case of an emergency.
- ▸Pets: Service animals welcome. For liability reasons, please leave other pets at home.
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Do You Have The Courage To Join?
Explore haunted locations and hear chilling tales. Face your fears and uncover dark secrets — if you dare.
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