Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive: Private 2-hour Walking Tour in Beverly Hills, CA

Beverly Hills carries a reputation built on its plush hotels, unforgettable 90210 postcode, and world-famous luxury shopping along Rodeo Drive. Yet behind the glamour sits a compact 5.7-square-mile city filled with tree-lined streets, manicured plazas, botanical gardens, and a history far richer than its red-carpet reputation suggests. This private walking tour reveals both sides of the neighborhood: the dazzling storefronts and celebrity-studded landmarks, as well as the quieter stories beneath the surface.

The walk begins at The Beverly Wilshire, one of the city’s most extravagant hotels, where every detail speaks to decadence and old-Hollywood elegance. From there, follow your private guide at a relaxed strolling pace toward Rodeo Drive, passing upscale designer boutiques, sparkling window displays, and the famed 90210 district. This stretch isn’t just about fashion—it’s also home to the Walk of Style, where fashion legends earn their place with bronze plaques along the pavement.

Along the way, step inside Sprinkles Cupcakes—the birthplace of the world’s first 24-hour Cupcake ATM. The bright-pink machine dispenses fresh treats around the clock, including dog-friendly cupcakes, and adds a playful twist to the glamorous setting. A short walk away, Santa Monica Boulevard marks the historic western end of Route 66, offering a surprising note of Americana within the heart of Beverly Hills.

Your guide shares stories of Hollywood stars who call the area home, the neighborhood’s origins as a lima-bean ranch named after Beverly, Massachusetts, and the unexpected fact that an active oil field still sits beneath the city. Insights into local culture, including Lululemon’s free yoga classes and weekly run club open to the public, show a more down-to-earth side of the community.

This walking tour brings together luxury, history, and local life, making Beverly Hills feel more approachable than television ever suggests.