Dearly Departed Tours

We just moved to the LA area and wanted to do some touristy fun things to learn about our new home. We definitely picked the right tour. It was hilarious, exciting, and informative.

My friends and I did this tour last Friday, Friday the 13th. I've been meaning to do it for a few years. I'm so glad I finally cashed in on that idea! I was nervous at first but the tour was not creepy or dark as I suspected. In fact, you learn a lot about Hollywood history, movie star homes/history of homes, architecture, and crimes. The tour guide, Brian, was AWESOME! He is very enthusiastic about his job. Go very sober and attentive..he is a ball of energy and talks very fast. I enjoyed his sense of humor and zeal in this most interesting tour. He makes the tour interactive so you aren't just sitting and listening. Brian earned extra points with me by offering the front seat to anyone who gets carsick. I appreciate this because those who are not prone to being carsick often overlook this and leave the carsick person awkwardly asking to be in the front. I was his co-pilot. The van hold 13 or 14 and was probably comfortable but who knows, I had the front! I would recommend this tour for any visitor OR native. No, just because you are from LA does not mean you are too cool or above taking a tour of your own town. Plus, you don't get out of the van (except for a restroom stop mid way through at the bathroom George Michael made famous) so noone will see you. Your secret is safe with Brian.

Fantastic! I appreciate the attention to details. Really a great time.

This tour has it all. You get to see all the 'regular' Hollywood sights, but you also get the seamy underside stories and locations. It really is s fun time. I've gone on this tour five times now, and it's always great fun.

Absolutely enjoyed this tour. I am planning to take it again.

The tour was alot of fun, the only thing that could be changed was when I called I was told to meet at Larry's book store than the email I received had a different address, I tried calling but you just get a voice message and I sent an email trying to find out the correct address but no on responded to my email and we ended up at the wrong address, we were lucky the other bus hadn't left yet there was another couple at the wrong address to. The tour guide was excellent he knew so much, we are taking the Helter Skelter tour next.

Brian was a phenomenal tour guide. His energy, genuine enthusiasm, humor and abundant knowledge made every minute of this tour thoroughly entertaining and enlightening. Worth every penny.

What a blast. It's the perfect mix of Hollywood history, film locations, and gore. We saw so many places that couldn't even name them all. The 9-1-1 tapes really added a great touch. Richard was an excellent tour guide. Four of us went; four of us loved it.

We saw a little bit of everything. Our tour guide was Brian. He had a great personality that added to the whole experience. It a great way to see Beverly Hills and Hollywood.

The tour was fabulous, we are locals and always wanted to do it. The tour guide Brian was wonderful and very knowledgeable! Totally recommend it to everyone!

Loved it! best tour ever.. and Brian Donnelly was a great guide!

You'll really enjoy his VERY animated banter and the information he shares - it's clear he wants to share accurate information about these celebrities, their deaths, and any mystery surrounding them - and there is often a lot unknown even about decades-old passings. The tour covers a lot of ground, and I appreciated how he mixed it up with non-death-related information, as that did get difficult to handle, especially the very gruesome deaths.

Brian Donnelly was the best tour guide ever. Was very educated, but was a true comic. Kept us entertained entire trip...never a dull moment. Have already recommended as a must do to my family & co-workers. Money well spent!

We had a blast, my mom really loved it.

I've done a few tours in the past....and finally had a tour will highly recommend. (And most likely do again. ) Will definitley be doing the Helter Skelter tour soon as well. Scott was our guide, and lived up to his reputation for sure!