rewarded afterward by a rare public kiss and a silver tiffany trophy presented by his wife. their admirers were smitten. >> i get goose bumps for him to be on our turf is breathtaking. i'm thrilled. i'm so thrilled they're here. >> my breath was taken away for sure. >> reporter: but for all the glitsz and flaum more surrounding their u.s. visit, william and kate wanted to see more than hollywood. this morning they'll drive through los angeles's skid row, the nation's homeless capital to visit this inner city arts program where the children have been practicing for weeks to perform for the royal couple. >> it's definitely an honor and a privilege and a huge pleasure. >> reporter: a meaningful end to a memorable first visit. peter alexander, nbc news, los angeles. >> we hope to have them back. we love having them here. shifting our focus to our four-legged friends.