Pair sweet tastings with Santa Monica’s palm-lined holiday scenery
2 hrs
Up to 20 people
Donuts, churros, guided walk
Explore Santa Monica on a guided outdoor walk through its local sweets scene. Sample classic recipes and handcrafted treats with coastal charm along the way.
Celebrate the season on a festive Santa Monica sweet tour filled with holiday flavors and coastal charm.
Your journey begins at Randy’s Donuts, a Southern California icon glowing with holiday spirit. As you enjoy a classic glazed or a seasonal specialty donut, you will hear how this larger than life landmark became a symbol of California culture.
Next, visit a chic local bakery redefining donuts with gourmet ingredients and creative holiday twists. While you indulge in bold seasonal flavors, your guide will share how Santa Monica evolved into a vibrant culinary destination that blends innovation with beachside style.
From there, stop at a lively eatery known for Mexican inspired treats. Fresh churros with festive dipping sauces add warmth and sweetness to your holiday stroll, highlighting the cultural diversity that shapes Santa Monica’s food scene.
The tour concludes at McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams, near the iconic Santa Monica Pier. Enjoy creamy handcrafted ice cream as ocean breezes and holiday lights create a magical coastal finale. It is the perfect blend of sunshine, history, and seasonal indulgence. 🎄🍩
Full refund within 24 hours of the tour.
Product ID: EUV5D9
Yes, the tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Expect roughly 1.5–2 miles of walking. The tour ends at a different location, so plan your return to the starting point if you park there.
No, gratuities are not included in the listed price.
Randy's Donuts, 829 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401
The guides really make this experience special. Reviewers consistently praise their tour leaders by name—Wade, Beau, Eric, Jackson, Nick, Michael, Emily, and others—describing them as knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely engaging. What stands out is how these guides weave local history and city stories into the walking tour, making it much more than just a food crawl. Multiple guests mention learning fascinating historical facts about their city while sampling donuts, and several reviewers who've taken tours in different cities (Chicago, Portland, DC, Boston, NYC) report consistently excellent experiences across locations. The donut quality gets thumbs up, with most stops offering delicious variety in styles and flavors. Expect comfortable seating at each location, which people appreciate. Tours typically run about two hours and cover a good walking distance, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Several locals have used these tours to entertain out-of-town visitors with great success, and at least one repeat customer has done six tours and counting. It's clearly a hit for dates, birthdays, and family outings alike.
Great tour! They had gluten free options at 3 out of 4 stops.
Hailey
August 31, 2026
Great tour! They had gluten free options at 3 out of 4 stops.
Hailey
August 31, 2026
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