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Christmas Market in Americana or Charming Old Pasadena - Private Photo Tour

2 Hours Round trip from Glendale Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private holiday-themed photo tour in Glendale and Old Pasadena
  • 02 Festive stops at Glendale Galleria, Downtown Glendale, and Barnes and Nobles
  • 03 Private car ride between Glendale and Pasadena
  • 04 See Pasadena City Hall and the Mack & Jackie Robinson Memorial
  • 05 Explore One Colorado and Old Pasadena’s decorated streets
  • 06 Coffee, tea, snacks, and professionally edited photos included

Celebrate the season on a private holiday photo tour through some of the most festive corners of the Los Angeles area. Explore decorated streets, charming shopping districts, and picture-perfect Christmas displays in Glendale and Old Pasadena, with time to soak up the atmosphere over coffee and pastries.

This experience blends holiday sightseeing, relaxed walking, and memorable photo stops, from Glendale Galleria and Downtown Glendale to Pasadena City Hall, One Colorado, and Old Pasadena. With a private guide and a customizable itinerary, it’s a fun and stylish way to enjoy seasonal lights, architecture, and festive city charm.

Celebrate the season on a private holiday photo tour through some of the most festive corners of the Los Angeles area.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Los Angeles, Glendale (California), Pasadena (California)
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Stop At: Galleria Way

3 PM Meet your private expert guide at Laduree, the most celebrated and chic macaron bakery in the world. Take in Parisian paradise and nibble on famed macaron or freshly made pastries accompanied with a cup of aromatic coffee. Get into the festive spirit and have a lot of fun posing for amazing photos with Santa. Ramble along the Downtown Glendale. Snap astonishing photos in Galleria Glendale and Barnes and Nobles. Continue to Barnes and Nobles, America’s biggest bookstore chain beautifully embellished for Christmas and browse rare books or stock up on interesting gifts or cute Christmas cards (own expense). Take a leisurely stroll around the Downtown Glendale while your knowledgeable guide will entertain you with fun facts about the landmarks you pass by.

Stop At: Pasadena

4 PM A ride to Pasadena by private car. Your next stop takes you to Old Pasadena, charming and eclectic district dotted with museums, galleries, cinemas, as well as bustling shopping centers, inviting restaurants, and outdoor cafes. Ramble along the Downtown Pasadena:

Stop At: City of Pasadena City Hall

Feast your eyes on impressive Pasadena City Hall, a prime example of California Mediterranean-style architecture and see the Mack & Jackie Robinson Memorial while your guide will shed the light on life of groundbreaking athletes who spent their formative years in Pasadena.

Stop At: One Colorado

5-6 PM Mosey over to One Colorado, immerse yourself in Los Angeles’ holiday cheer, snap astonishing photos or refuel with a cup of freshly brewed coffee before we move on.

Stop At: Old Pasadena

Wander the promenade along the E Colorado Boulevard – the heart and the main artery of Pasadena. 6 PM Cap off your fascinating journey in stylish tea room or a cozy coffee shop in Old Pasadena.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All taxes
  • Customizable itinerary
  • Friendly local guide
  • Best Places For Holiday Lights and Decorations In Los Angeles
  • Private walking tour
  • Multiple start times available
  • Must see and off the beaten path
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
  • Iconic places for photoshoot
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • 50 professionally edited photos at the most places in LA
  • + all the originals (100-200)

What's Not Included

  • Extra food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • The tour can be modified to meet your preferences
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Private walking tour with a private car ride in between 2 neighborhoods
  • Please indicate prefer start time in comments when booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Glendale, US
Tour start
Glendale, US
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Glendale.

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