Explore Los Angeles’ History and Ecology
Immersive Walking Tours
and Workshops
Why Choose Earth City Wonder?
Eco-Friendly Los Angeles Walking Tours
Earth City Wonder’s Los Angeles walking tours offer the perfect blend of history, nature, and pop culture, providing a unique perspective on how ecology and geology have shaped California's past and present.
The Bronson Caves Tour
A Naturalist’s “Batcaves” Guided Tour
The “Batcaves” quarry, Griffith Park
Join us for a short, exciting hike to Griffith Park’s famous “Batcaves”! Unearth the fascinating secrets of California’s rich geology and ecology that have shaped its history, culture, and pop-culture legacy from the Tongva to Hollywood.
$35 | 1 hour | 0.5 miles
The LA Hidden History Tour
A Naturalist’s Hollywood Sign Guided Tour
Looking east on Verdugos and San Gabriel Mountains, Griffith Park
Uncover the hidden stories of Los Angeles on a thrilling hike to the Hollywood Sign, where the past and present collide in an unforgettable adventure. Discover how local ecology shaped the history and pop-culture of 20th century Los Angeles and California.
$45 | 2 hours | 4.6 miles
The Indigenous California Tour
A Naturalist’s Hollywood Sign Guided Tour
Looking west on Santa Monica Mountains, Griffith Park
Embark on an inspiring journey through Griffith Park’s Brush Canyon, where the stories of California’s Indigenous peoples come to life in the mountains the Tongva call home and plant communities they call kin. Uncover the secrets of reciprocity.
$55 | 3.5 hours | 7 miles
Birchleaf mountain mahogany, Griffith Park
What do I bring on an
Earth City Wonder
Los Angeles Walking tour?
Bring good shoes, a hat, sunscreen, water, and your curiosity! Come explore the urban wild, uncover hidden stories of California’s past, and see megalopolis Los Angeles from a whole new perspective.
Don’t miss this
one-of-a-kind
adventure!
Brush Canyon Naturalist Workshop
Large flower phacelia in Brush Canyon, Griffith Park
Join the Brush Canyon Naturalist Workshop and immerse yourself in nature’s wonders while gaining deeper insights into the flora and fauna of Griffith Park through naturalist observation techniques.
Come for the ecological knowledge, stay for a more personal sense of place, resiliency, and regeneration.
Prices start at $45
What People Are Saying
FAQs
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Whether you’re visiting Los Angeles from far away or live here, there are a lot of ways to enjoy Griffith Park. You can explore the park on your own, take a horseback riding tour, sign up for another walking tour, hire a private guide. We encourage you to do them all! Taking advantage of all these options will allow you to enjoy the park from a variety of perspectives. What makes Earth City Wonder unique is that we tell the stories that make Los Angeles what it is today in the context of the natural environment that shaped those stories encouraging our guests to experience the park with all their senses.
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Jeremiah is founder and primary tour guide. You can learn more about him and Earth City Wonder here. All the tour guides are Certified California Naturalists. You too can become a Certified California Naturalist and a Climate Steward. Learn more about the University of California Naturalist and Climate Steward Programs here.
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For all our tours, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven terrain or natural trails. It’s important to dress according to the weather, so be sure to bring a hat, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle. Bring your signed waiver and have the email with the QR for check-in ready.
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Yes! We offer private walking tours and group bookings for those looking to organize an exclusive experience for friends, family, or colleagues-just get in touch! . Whether you're planning a corporate event, a school outing, or a special gathering, we can tailor the tour or workshop to fit your group's interests. Please reach out to us directly for more information and pricing for private bookings.
