Los Angeles
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Experience the Spotlight of the West Coast
From the glitter of Hollywood to the shores of Santa Monica, Los Angeles is a city where dreams meet discovery. Whether your group is here for culture, creativity, or coastline views, LA delivers unforgettable experiences at every turn. Explore world-renowned attractions like the California Science Center and the Getty, snap a photo beneath the iconic Hollywood Sign, or spend a day immersed in wonder at Disneyland.
With its mix of entertainment, innovation, and natural beauty, Los Angeles is the perfect backdrop for performance, education, and adventure. Go behind the scenes on a studio tour, walk the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, or take in a sunset over the Pacific from Santa Monica Pier.
Customize your trip to enhance the goals of your program:
Educational
Los Angeles offers an exciting blend of learning and fun for student groups. Dive into science and space exploration at the California Science Center—home to the Space Shuttle Endeavour—or explore world history and culture at the Getty Center and the Natural History Museum of LA County. Visit Griffith Observatory for hands-on astronomy and learn about urban ecology at the LA River or Venice Beach. It’s a dynamic, real-world classroom where students can connect academic subjects with the world around them.
TRiO Educational Programs
Inspire your TRIO students with a tour that blends college exploration, cultural enrichment, and personal growth. Visit the campuses of UCLA, USC, and Loyola Marymount to introduce students to West Coast academic opportunities. Engage in college readiness workshops or meet with current undergraduates. Complement the educational experience with visits to important cultural sites like Olvera Street or Leimert Park, and show students that the future they dream of is within reach, even under the Hollywood sign.
Performing Arts (Band, Choir, and Orchestra)
Bring your ensemble to the entertainment capital of the world. Explore LA’s artistic scene through immersive workshops, masterclasses, unique performance venues and behind-the-scenes tours of major studios like Warner Bros. or Paramount. Whether performing on the promenade in Santa Monica or attending a concert at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, students will be inspired by LA’s deep connection to music and performance.
Theatre & Dance
Step into the heart of the entertainment industry. Theatre and dance groups will love exploring LA’s artistic scene through immersive workshops, masterclasses, and behind-the-scenes tours of major studios like Warner Bros. or Paramount. Learn choreography from industry pros, explore voice acting and improv techniques, or dive into the world of stage and screen production. Catch a live taping of a TV show, visit the Hollywood Museum, and take center stage in a city built for performers.
Welcome to Our Family
Gerber Tours is a family-owned and operated company, founded by a New York City educator who believed travel should be an extension of the classroom.
Our team is a close-knit group of educators, performers, and travel enthusiasts who care deeply about the trips we create. When you travel with Gerber, you’re part of our family, and we’re with you every step of the way.
What’s Included
Pre-trip access to our team of travel experts for complete itinerary planning.
Customized materials to help communicate tour details to students, parents, and chaperones.
Highly experienced, student-friendly Tour Guides, and much more!
Unique Experiences
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
Go behind the scenes of blockbuster movies and hit TV shows on this immersive studio tour. Groups explore soundstages, iconic sets, and the magic of post-production in a real working studio. It’s an unforgettable way to see the art and industry of Hollywood up close.
Sunset at Griffith Observatory
With panoramic views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory offers more than just stunning scenery. Groups can explore space and science exhibits, attend a planetarium show, and look through telescopes—all while enjoying one of the most iconic views in California.
Explore The Getty Center
Perched in the hills above LA, The Getty Center blends stunning architecture, beautiful gardens, and world-class art collections. Inside the museum, groups can explore European paintings, decorative arts, photography, and ancient sculptures—making it a rich cultural stop that connects art history with modern design and panoramic city views.