TCM Classic Films Tour

From$99
3h 30m
Commentary: Guide · en
Los Angeles, USA

About this activity

Experience Hollywood's golden age on the TCM Classic Films Tour, featuring guided studio exploration, iconic props, and more.

Highlights

  • Explore Warner Bros. Studio backlot
  • Visit the Property Department with iconic props
  • Stroll through the historic Rose Garden
  • Enjoy complimentary beverages and pastries
  • Learn about classic films from TCM hosts

Full description

Experience the Golden Age of Hollywood with Turner Classic Movies! Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood and Turner Classic Movies have partnered up to introduce the TCM Classic Films Tour. This new tour features bespoke clips from TCM hosts, visits to areas of the lot that are not part of the regular tour (including the Property Department and Rose Garden), and TCM-branded tour carts. This classics-themed tour focuses on Warner Bros. Golden Age of Film and TV, featuring award-winning titles that shot on the iconic backlot from the early days of the Studio through the 1970s. A specially trained Tour Guide, with the help of the hosts from Turner Classic Movies, will guide guests through the Studio Tour themed to iconic classic movies and TV shows from the early days of the Studio through the 1970’s. While on tour, guests will visit the familiar places and spaces where movie magic has been happening for more than 100 years.

Included / Excluded

  • Start your tour in a state-of-the-art Deluxe Screening Room
  • 90 minutes with an expert guide (30 more minutes compared to the Standard Tour)
  • Welcome reception with light bites and archival photographs from a century of Warner Bros. history
  • Behind the scenes access to the Property Department and historic Rose Garden
  • Enter the studio in a speciality TCM Classic Films Tour Cart
  • We are unable to accommodate children under 5 years of age
  • Parking Fees

Itinerary

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Your tour begins at the Storytelling Showcase at our welcome center where you will learn about the nearly 100-year history of the studio. After you watch a brief introductory film, you will meet one of our expert tour guides who will take you on to the back lot in one of our custom tour carts. You will explore back-lot sets and other production areas and learn how we bring stories to life on the big and small screen. The midway point of the tour is Stage 48: Script to Screen, here you will start the self-guided portion of the tour and explore the actual Central Perk set from Friends, the Big Bang Theory sets, Classic Costumes and explore the Art of Sound in our Postproduction Area. Dining is available at Central Perk Café. Once you finish Stage 48 you will make your way to our grand finale Action and Magic Made Here, where you can explore recreated sets, props and costumes from the DC Universe and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour duration is approximately 3.5 hours, including guided and self-guided portions
  • Tickets are priced at $99 for adults and $85 for children aged 5-10
  • The tour is suitable for all ages; children under 5 are not permitted

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the studio tour
  • Bring a camera to capture iconic film locations
  • Parking is available on-site; arrive early to secure a spot

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Traveler reviews

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A must!!

Excellent tour. Guide was very informative, providing a great deal of insight on the studio and stars. Back lot is great. The interactive aspects dealing with film making was super and the added 3D Superman experience was unexpected, but a fantastic addition.

920ianMay 31, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Deep dives, fun guide, smaller group, and snacks! What more can you ask for!

The TCM Tour feels way more special than the standard tour experience. Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide showed us a lot of really great things, told us a lot of history, and tailored what he expanded on based on what our small group was most interested in. Definitely recommend, especially for fans of the classics.

Thea RMay 26, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Absorbing look into a film studio

We rid the classic movies tour. Very well presented and informative. The groups was small, 8 people, so could ask lots of questions. Although there were a lot of people around it didn't seem busy and you were able to view exhibits without any problems. Staff were all friendly and helpful. No queues yo sit on the Friends set. The staff even took photos of you with your own phone for free. We gad the bonus of bumping into Rami Malik on the back lot! Would thoroughly recommend.

MoultonMarkMay 26, 2026TRIPADVISOR

I recommend

Super interesting, we loved it and recommend it

A4197SGemiliesMay 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great Fun for the money

Tour was better than expected. Very relaxed and not crowded or long lines. Amazing day

samhZ6705DAMay 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR