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Santa Monica Ocean Side Donut Tour
Your journey begins at the iconic Randy’s Donuts, a beloved Southern California institution now nestled in the heart of Santa Monica. Famous for its larger-than-life donut signage and equally oversized flavors, this spot has been delighting donut lovers since the 1950s. While you savor a classic glazed or a unique specialty donut, we’ll share the story of how this landmark became a symbol of California culture. Next, we’ll head to a chic bakery that has redefined what it means to make a donut. Here, you’ll experience treats crafted with gourmet ingredients and bold, innovative flavors. As you indulge, we’ll delve into the story of Santa Monica’s transformation into a culinary hotspot, exploring how its food scene blends creativity with coastal charm. From there, we’ll make a stop at a vibrant eatery known for its fusion of Mexican-inspired treats. You’ll taste fresh churros that rival any donut, paired with rich, decadent dipping sauces. Along the way, we’ll discuss Santa Monica’s cultural diversity and how its history has been shaped by the many communities that call this city home. Our final stop takes us to the renowned McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams, where you’ll enjoy one last sweet bite of Santa Monica magic. Known for its creamy, handcrafted flavors, this spot offers the perfect way to cool down and cap off your tour. As you savor your ice cream, we’ll share tales of Santa Monica Pier’s iconic history, from its early days as a recreational retreat to its role as a world-famous landmark. This tour is the perfect mix of sweet indulgence, local flavor, and coastal history, offering a unique and delicious way to experience the charm of Santa Monica.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How long is the tour?Our tours are typically around 1.5 to 2 hours long. Please let your guide know if you have something immediately after the tour and they will make sure to complete the tour in that time.
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How much walking is there?For most of our cities, it's around 1 to 1.5 miles. In a few of our cities, we may walk up to 2 miles. We recommend that you bring comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing (i.e. jackets, hats, umbrellas, water bottle, etc.). If you have any concerns regarding the length or your own mobility, please contact us and we can answer any questions.
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How many stops are on the tour?For most of our cities, we have 4 stops. These may include donut shops, bakeries, and/or coffee or tea shops. In a few of our cities, we may have 3 stops on the tour just to keep the amount of walking to under 2 miles. If you want to know the exact number of stops for each tour, you can email us at info@undergrounddonuttour.com.
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What's the best location to park?In most of our cities, we recommend using public transit or a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to get to the tour. If you are driving to the tour, we recommend using an app like SpotHero (in the US & Canada), Your Parking Space (in the UK) or Parkopedia (in Ireland) if you are looking for guaranteed parking.
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Are donuts included in the cost of the tour?Yes. By purchasing a ticket for the tour, we include all the donuts as part of the ticket price. Depending on the city and time of year, we typically will also include a choice of a bottle of water, coffee, tea, or juice. Ask your guide what is offered on the tour that day.
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What if it rains, snows, etc.?Our tours run rain or shine. The only time our tours will not run is when it becomes dangerous for our guides and guests. This could include excessive heat, excessive cold, dangerous storms, flooding, etc. In the event of inclement weather, we will do our best to alert you of a tour cancellation 2 hours before the start of the tour. In the event we cancel a tour due to weather, we will always give you the option of a full refund or to reschedule your tour to another date or another city. If you have any questions, please contact us and we're happy to answer them.
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Do you sell gift cards?Yes. You can always purchase gift cards for any of our tours here.
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Can you accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten free, vegan, dairy free, etc.?In some cities, yes. Please make sure to include your dietary restrictions in your reservation and we can do our best to accommodate it. We would like to say that we can always ensure every dietary restriction, but unfortunately, our partner menus change quite often and it can vary by time of day, day of week, and seasonality. If you have any concerns, you can always contact us to confirm.
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What if we're celebrating a special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.)?We love it! Just let us know when you book your reservation and we can make sure to do something special for you and your group on your tour!
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