Your LA, Your Way
Most LA tours follow the same crowded route. With me, it’s different:- You choose what you love — movies, beaches, art, food, views.
- I build a tour that fits your time, interests, and group.
- No strangers, no set stops — it’s your own LA adventure, private and personal.
Perfect for…City Hotel Guests
Staying in Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Culver City, West Hollywood, or DTLA?
Exclusive itineraries beyond the guidebook.Cruise Hotel Guests
Sailing from San Pedro or Long Beach?
Make the most of your shore time.Airport Hotel Guests
Have a night in LA before or after your flight?
Turn your stopover into an adventure.
Travel-Day LA Experiences
(Cruise Days & Arrival Days)The hardest part of a trip is often the hours in between.Early arrival. Late flight. Hotel check-in hours away.Instead of sitting around with luggage, this turns that in-between time into a relaxed LA experience — sightseeing, photo stops, and local neighborhoods, paced around your schedule.Designed for real travel days
- Cruise disembarkation days
- Morning arrivals at LAX with later hotel check-in
- Late flights out of LA
- Travelers who want something easy and privateWhat to expect
- A private experience for your group
- Flexible pacing based on timing and interests
- Iconic sights and local areas
- Your luggage stays with you
- The experience concludes at your next destinationReaching out doesn’t lock you in — details are finalized privately so everything fits smoothly around your travel plans.
What Do YOU Want to See?
- Hollywood Icons in a Day
- Santa Monica Pier & Venice
- Griffith Observatory Views
- Night Tour: LA LightsTour is customized for YOU!
Hollywood, For Real — Filming Locations & Behind-the-Scenes Stories
Real filming locations, plus behind-the-scenes stories you won’t get on a bus or studio tour.
LA looks different when you know where the stories are.
This experience can be added to any custom tour—or built into the day around what you love.
Meet your guide
I’m Sten — born and raised in Los Angeles. I started So-Cal Expert Experience because too many visitors only saw LA from a bus window. That’s not the LA I grew up in.My tours are never one-size-fits-all. Before we head out, I learn what you want from your day — whether that’s the iconic must-sees, neighborhoods locals actually hang out in, or even a real filming location from one of your favorite movies.The goal is simple: a private LA experience that feels personal, flexible, and memorable — built around what matters most to you.
Guest ReviewsAuthentic LA
“Real LA, no crowded buses. We saw Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Griffith and still kept our plans.”
– Mark & Dana, VancouverStress-Free & Flexible
“Super flexible — no stress, just our own group. Totally worth it.”
– Elena R., New York CityHidden Gems + Movie Magic
“We thought we’d just check off the big sights, but instead we discovered hidden neighbourhoods — and even visited a real film location from one of our favourite movies.”
– Sophie & James, London
LA isn’t just about the sights — it’s about the feeling. I’ll help you soak it in without the stress.
Reserve Today
Reserve with just a $50 deposit.- Guaranteed availability before dates fill up
- Flexible reschedule if your plans change
- Peace of mind — your LA adventure is set
Want to go deeper?
Real film locations and behind-the-scenes stories can be part of your day.Get in Touch — Let’s Build Your LA Adventure
Reaching out doesn’t lock you in — we’ll finalize everything together.
DetailsCity Hotel Guests
Perfect for couples, families, or small groups who want:
- Iconic LA sights without the crowds
- Hidden gems locals actually love
- Flexible pacing, dining stops, tailored experiencesCruise Hotel Guests
- Direct pickup from hotel lobby
- Day-before, evening, debarkation-day, or post-cruise tours
- Private SUV (not a bus) — ideal for 2–4 travelers
- Roll Call group perks when booking togetherAirport Hotel Guests
- Pickup/drop-off at LAX hotels
- Flexible tour times for your travel schedule
- See LA highlights in just a few hours
FAQsIs it private?
Yes — just your group in a comfortable SUV.Can you pick us up at our hotel?
Yes — San Pedro, Long Beach, LAX, and major LA hotels included.What if I only have a few hours?
I’ll customize your tour to fit your time.Do you offer night tours?
Yes — perfect for late arrivals or to see LA lights at night.Do you run tours the morning of embarkation?
No — tours are day before, evening, debarkation day, or after your cruise.Can strangers join our tour?
No — every tour is exclusively yours.Why does a working actor also offer private tours?Because this is something I love to do.
I love sharing real Hollywood stories and showing people the local LA I grew up in — the neighborhoods, viewpoints, and small details you won’t find on a bus or studio tour.Every experience is personal, and built around what matters most to you.