Santa Monica Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour

90 minutes – 120 minutes
Santa Monica, USA

About this activity

Enjoy a guided walking tour through downtown Santa Monica and scout out iconic donut shops. Taste the best donuts Santa Monica has to offer and learn about California's donut industry from your guide.

Highlights

  • Savor Santa Monica's best donuts on a dedicated donut tasting tour
  • Indulge in classic donut styles, including glazed, cream-filled, and more
  • Explore four of Santa Monica's top donut shops, such as Randy’s Donuts
  • Discover all things donut as your guide explains their cultural impact
  • Enjoy this unique way of celebrating Santa Monica's iconic food culture

Full description

Embark on a guided tour dedicated to Santa Monica's donuts. Learn about California donut culture and the innovators who shaped it, and savor the iconic flavors of Santa Monica donuts.   Begin your tour at Randy’s Donuts, famed for their iconic giant donut. Taste some classic donuts before continuing to Sidecar Doughnuts. Here, indulge in artisanal donuts and admire the variety of meticulously decorated donuts. 
 As you walk, your guide will provide insightful commentary about donuts and their cultural impact in California. Make a small detour to try the perfect Californian churro, before heading to your final stop. The last stop on the route is a surprise and may change based on the group or the weather.

Included / Excluded

  • Walking tour
  • Live guide
  • Donut tasting
  • Visits to 4 donut shops
  • Tips
  • Parking fees

Meeting point

Start Location

Randy's Donuts, 829 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States

Important information

Know before you book

  • Please let us know if you have any food allergies we should be aware of.
  • As much as we love pets, pets are not allowed on the tour.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing
  • This tour will take place rain or shine

Know before you go

  • Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing
  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • Please let us know if you have any food allergies we should be aware of.
  • As much as we love pets, pets are not allowed on the tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
5.0

Great tour and great tour guide!!

GetYourGuide
Julie
Jun 2026
5.0

We had a wonderful time on this tour! We were celebrating the end of a school year with our teenage daughters. Who doesn’t love to celebrate with donuts?! Nick, our tour guide, was amazing. He was so informative and funny! Would definitely recommend and do this again!

GetYourGuide
Kelli
Jun 2026
3.0

Would not recommend.