Guided walking tours of old, new, & secret Los Angeles.

Get out of your car (or tour bus) and explore the forgotten corners of Los Angeles on foot. You’ll appreciate this amazing, beautiful, and complicated city more than ever!

Available Tours

WINDSOR SQUARE

The Neighborhood that Built LA

An overlooked and forgotten neighborhood with a surprisingly pivotal place in the development of Los Angeles, Windsor Square features history, architecture, real estate insanity, Hollywood's Golden Age, as well as scandals old and new, including
  • Who is “the witch on the corner?”
  • Where could you find Norma Desmond’s house?  (Hint: it was NOT on Sunset Blvd.)
  • The Richest Man in the World versus The HOA… who wins that legal battle?!
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CULVER CITY

The Little Industry Town

For a small suburb surrounded by a huge metropolis, Culver City had enormous influence and output, giving the world much of LA’s best and worst.
  • What REALLY happened with the Munchkins in the Culver Hotel?
  • Who burnt a movie studio to the ground… and won an Oscar for it?
  • Whose company helped win WWII, even though it only built 3 airplanes during that time and was investigated by the Senate for its failure?
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who will enjoy these tours?

Our tours are great for visitors to LA, local residents, community or professional organizations, and any group who wants to experience and know more of Los Angeles.

How long are the tours?

Our tours are roughly 2 hours long, taken at a gentle strolling pace with plenty of stops.

Are these tours physically difficult?

No.  All of the tours currently offered take place in very flat neighborhoods.  Anyone who can be on their feet for a couple hours will find them easy.  The only challenge may be navigating LA’s notoriously broken and uneven sidewalks.

How should I prepare for the tour?

Dress for the weather.  Wear comfortable shoes.  Apply sunblock as needed.  And please note that public restrooms may not be available along the route.

When can I schedule a private tour for my group?

Our walking tours can be scheduled any day you like, depending on availability, with the exception of Sunday mornings.  Tours can be scheduled to begin any time from 9:00 AM until 2.5 hours before sunset.

How much does a private tour cost?

  • $30 per person for groups up to 5 people
  • $25 per person for groups of 6 to 10
  • $20 per person for groups of 11 to 20

You will be asked to make a deposit of $50 to reserve the tour.  The remaining balance (total amount depending on the number of guests) will be due upon arrival at the meeting point.  Should you need to cancel for any reason the deposit will be fully refunded up until 2 hours before the scheduled start.

How can I pay?

Payment is accepted via Venmo, Zelle, Paypal, CashApp or in cash (though the reservation deposit must be paid electronically)

How do I reserve a private tour? Fill out the form below and your tour guide will be in touch soon.