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Craft natural remedies at a hidden urban farm in LA

Step into the world of herbal alchemy at Little City Farm, an urban oasis in the heart of LA. This immersive workshop invites you to engage with the land—touch, smell, and work with fresh herbs and citrus—learning the art of balm-making from farm to jar. We begin with a guided farm tour, sharing the story of this special space and its connection to regenerative farming and sustainable practices. A grounding ritual follows, using fragrant herbs to awaken the senses. Then, the magic begins: Harvest & Prep – I’ll show you how to pick fresh rosemary, lemon verbena, and kumquats, clean them, and prepare them for dehydration. Processing & Infusion – Crush dried herbs, measure ingredients, and infuse oils, learning how plants transform into potent healing remedies. This hands-on experience is deeply engaging, yet meditative—an opportunity to slow down, connect with nature, and carry new knowledge forward. You’ll leave with an understanding of the process and a newfound appreciation for the power of plants. You’ll also receive a discount for our farm’s natural products.

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Guided History/Filming Location Hike at Scenic Runyon Canyon

Come with me, a tour guide and storyteller, on a two-hour guided hike through Runyon Canyon Park in the Hollywood Hills, for an engaging blend of history, filming locations, celebrity facts, and stunning views & photo opps. • We’ll meet at the lower gate, where I’ll introduce you to the area’s rich past as a lavish private estate, including tales of the ruins of an old mansion and greenhouse, the abandoned tennis court Errol Flynn played on, and the site of a Frank Lloyd Wright Jr. infinity pool few people know about. • On the way up, we’ll pass a forgotten neon sign that once rivaled the Hollywood sign, with some of the letters still hiding in the weeds from 100 years ago. We'll pass the historic Headley/Handley House, another Lloyd Wright-designed building and one of only two homes within Runyon Canyon, and take in breathtaking views of the LA skyline, Hollywood Hills, Griffith Observatory, and even the ocean on clear days. • Throughout our walk, I’ll share personal anecdotes about the frequent celebrity sightings within the park, local wildlife, the recent wildfire, and the canyon’s role as a location for movies including "The Screaming Skull" and "Scream 3." We’ll have ample time for photo opportunities at iconic landmarks, including the Hollywood sign. We’ll conclude with a group photo to commemorate the experience!

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Golden Hour Hike in Griffith Park with Top LA Trainer

Discover the backstory of a famous Los Angeles landmark while getting a great workout and moving at a strong pace up the mountain. Join me for a hike from the base of Griffith Park to its iconic Observatory, all set to a custom playlist of your favorite songs. • We’ll meet at the bear statue at the Fern Dell entrance to Griffith Park and begin our 50-minute, moderate hike up to the Observatory. • Along the way, I’ll share Griffith Park’s history and keep you motivated as we gain elevation. • We’ll end at the Griffith Park Observatory, where we’ll take in views of the Los Angeles skyline. From there, we can either continue back down together or I can offer you tips for alternate scenic routes with grander views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign. • Get ready to work up a sweat while taking in the best views Los Angeles has to offer!

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Skate in Venice Beach with Renowned Roller Dancer

Learn classic skate dance moves with me, a roller skate coach and tv/film skate talent! This class is dedicated exclusively to roller dance. For the best experience, all participants must already know how to skate confidently. While we’d love to welcome everyone, we won’t be covering basic skating skills in this session—thank you for understanding! Get an upfront view of some of the most iconic Venice Beach spots before the afternoon rush! Feel the pulse of Venice Beach’s unique blend of artistry and athleticism in a guided 120-minute session. Skates from Jay’s Rentals are included. • Meet at Jay's Rentals located at 1501 Ocean Front Walk to pick up your skates before heading to the Venice Beach Skate Dance Plaza, where I’ll share the history of the legendary skate plaza and surrounding area. Bring water to stay hydrated and sunscreen for protection while rolling in sunny SoCal. • Stretch and warm up on the grass before I guide you through essential roller-dance moves recognizable worldwide: the Downtown, the Crazy Legs, and the Grapevine. • Keep rolling! I’ll give you tips for the best places to keep skating until your skates are due back at Jay's Rentals. *For skate rentals beyond 2-hour allotted time, additional fees will apply, and must be returned by 7pm. You’ll leave with an invitation to join local meetups and stay connected with the Venice skate community.

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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 494 reviews

Cat Cafe: Drink Coffee & Lounge with Cats & Kittens

Visit CatCafe Lounge to snuggle and play with 35+ free-roaming adorable (and adoptable) cats and Kittens! You'll love our large indoor cat lounge and outdoor Catio (cat patio). Plus, we have an onsite cafe so you can enjoy freshly brewed latte, cold brew, tea, or kombucha! Did we mention, we are LA's only nonprofit Cat Cafe? Major do good feel good vibes! Once you arrive, you can purchase a beverage from our onsite cafe, then head to the Lounge for ALL the cat snuggles. You will love discovering our adoptable residents silly personalities, like Oscar, our playful snuggler, who loves a good game of catch via his favorite wand toy. Guests will experience first hand what it's like to socialize with a room full of adorable cats. Your visit has a direct impact on our life saving efforts; To date we have adopted over 1,200 cats! Other things to note: **Age minimum: 7 years old + **Please sign our Adult or Minor waiver before admission to help provide swift access to the cats. ** Guests will be required to remove their shoes prior to entering the cat lounges. We have socks available onsite for purchase if needed. **We are located on the second floor and the building is not equipped with an elevator. Our suite is fully ADA compliant, so if you require special accommodation, please contact us.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 2703 reviews

Fabulous views, Hike Runyon Canyon with rescue dogs

A morning hike to stunning city views, in a dog friendly park with our rescue dogs! Non-profit, all proceeds go to the very dogs you are walking, who are also up for adoption. We'll meet friendly people on the way and let them know about the dogs. A nice walk up hiking trails to the top of Runyon Canyon. Fantastic city views, and the perfect view of the Hollywood Sign! As you climb your way up the hill with your new pals in tow, you’ll be exercising and socializing the dogs, and letting locals know they’re up for adoption. You’ll also become a puppy paparazzi and take their photos in front of panoramic backdrops—you can even pose with them with the famous Hollywood sign behind you. Your pictures will then be used to generate interest in the rescue organization, attract potential adopters, and bring in donations that will help further care for and foster the dogs until they find their forever homes. NEW! We have added afternoon hikes Thursday through Saturday. Watch the sun set from 1000 feet above LA, amazing view as we walk down Runyon Canyon... and then you can go explore Hollywood and West Hollywood, a short walk away for an evening coffee or dinner! This experience is great for groups and great for teams! We love to host private and corporate groups, and socializing with the dogs is great for team-building!

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 358 reviews

Kayak or Paddle board with Sea Lions

Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of beautiful Marina del Rey while kayaking or standup paddle boarding. Find hidden spots in the marina and discover local wildlife, including sea lions, a wide variety of birds and sometimes even dolphins. We will meet on the parking lot right next to mellow sandy Mother's beach, talk about the local environment and marine life, kayaking/paddle-boarding techniques and safety. After that we will board on our kayaks and SUPs and paddle towards the main channel of the Marina. On the way we can observe all the beautiful and unique boats and search for sea lions, birds, dolphins and other marine life (these are the wild animals and I can't guarantee that we'll see them, but in majority of the time we do).

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Museum Row Tour: The Fast & The Fossilized on Wilshire Blvd

NEW TOUR ALERT! We are offering a special DISCOUNTED price for a limited time to get people booking our updated experience with an amazing new route. Come hear the stories behind Wilshire Blvd's Miracle Mile & Museum Row on this fascinating new walking tour covering 4 museums in just over 2 hours. Your expert guide will walk you through all the museum highlights and give you a better understanding of the area, art, film, cars, natural history and so much more. We'll start with a visit to the La Brea Tar Pits and step back in time 50,000 years while we explore the park. Sure, everyone knows LA has famous beaches and celebrities, but did you know it once had giant ground sloths and woolly mammoths? Come see the active dig sites and fossils here! Next up are the outdoor exhibits at LACMA, including a photo op with the most insta'd spot in LA, “Urban Light,” the famous street lamp installation featured in countless movies. Then we shift into the Petersen Automotive Museum, home to one of the world’s largest car collections, admiring cars from vintage prototypes to Batmobiles—a true auto enthusiast’s dream. We might even spot Jay Leno here. We will end with a guided tour of the Academy Museum and delve into film history and finish with stunning views of the LA skyline before the guide leaves you to explore more on your own. Come Join Us @ 10 AM or @ 2 PM

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Set Sail on an Amazing Adventure in Los Angeles

Join me to Set Sail off the coast of some of the most beautiful coastlines of California creating along the way memories you cannot forget. We will depart Marina Del Rey , travel along the main harbor then out to sea. We will pass the World famous Venice Beach pier where you can take a photo off the bow with the backdrop of the main beach you can't get anywhere else! Then, we will pass Manhattan Beach where the beach seems to rise up from the sea out of nowhere providing for some of the most spectacular photos of shimmering sea and sands and a playground for dolphins off the boat!. You can relax and unwind from your daily grind and enjoy an amazing perspective with nature aboard a luxury Sailing Yacht with like minded people. No experience required but you can learn how to set sails and steer with the wind! Typically we see Dolphins and occasionally whales along our journey. We then return back through the harbor and to the dock with your memories of an amazing adventure.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 470 reviews

Griffith Observatory Hike

L.A. is ready to welcome visitors! This LA tour features the best views of the Los Angeles sprawl (including the Hollywood Sign!) and an exclusive, skip-the-line, insider’s Griffith Observatory museum tour! Your expert Los Angeles tour guide will lead you on a 3.5 mile (5.6 km) easy Griffith Park hike to the highest peak in the park. This LA sightseeing tour features the best views of LA you will ever get. As you take in those jaw-dropping views of Los Angeles, your Hollywood tour will feature fascinating tales of Hollywood History, up-close and personal sightseeing visits to famous filming locations, multiple stops for photos and bathroom breaks. Along the way, we’ll visit famous locations from films such as La La Land, Terminator, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Back to the Future II, and Rebel Without a Cause. Once you’ve snagged some beautiful panoramic views from the summit, you’ll walk over to an overlook where you’ll get the picture-perfect shot of a Hollywood Sign viewpoint. Finally, you’ll head over to the Griffith Observatory and wrap up your Los Angeles tour with a grand finale of (literal) stars, unforgettable views, and memories to last a lifetime. Feel free to stay at the Griffith Observatory as long as you’d like! This experience is available daily. Guests wishing for the best possible Hollywood Sign photo should book our Hollywood Sign Hike.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

LA’s Top Scenic Oceanside Roller Skating Tour

If it’s been a hot minute since you’ve laced up your skates but you’ve always wanted to cruise along the ocean like a California local, LA’s Scenic Oceanside Roller Skating Tour is your chance! This experience will give you the confidence to skate along the iconic Socal coastline while learning awesome facts about one of the most famous beaches in the world! And as a certified skate instructor, Mae's brief skate lesson prior to the tour will ensure you feel completely comfortable on eight wheels! Upon meeting, Mae will guide folks to get fit and sized with their skates (their choice of blades or quads) from Perry’s skate shop. There will be safety gear available. As people are getting laced up, Mae will give a lesson on starting, stopping, and boardwalk safety. After that 15-20 minute lesson, we’ll skate South along the ocean toward Venice, seeing sites like the skate plaza and world-famous skate park, muscle beach, and the Venice Boardwalk. After a quick break we'll head back north skating toward the Santa Monica Mountains and the renowned Santa Monica Pier. The tour will include plenty of opportunities for photos in iconic locations. We will skate approximately 3-4 miles at a comfortable pace for the group. PRICE INCLUDES SKATE RENTAL *If you don’t need rentals please message me for price reduction -$20 *Message for any date/time not listed, I'm flexible

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

Urban Fishing Experience

This is an urban fishing experience right in the middle of Los Angeles. Offering a unique perspective of LA most locals haven’t even experienced. Be prepared to have fun, be outdoors, and hopefully catch a fish! This experience is advertised for Echo Park but we can accommodate anywhere in or around LA i.e., Santa Monica, Lake Balboa, MacArthur Park. etc. You will need to purchase a fishing license if you are 16yrs or older! I will provide all necessary materials. Fishing rods, bait, and any necessary tackle. This is a 2 hour trip. it’s all up to the fish, there is no guarantee what fish, or how many we will catch! I can promise one thing. You will have a great time! You will learn a lot about yourself and your party. Your kids can learn to fish! Fishing offers a great opportunity for conversation, relaxation, and reflection. Also, how crazy will it be to go home and tell your friends about the fish you caught in the middle of LA!

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews

Griffith Park-Hollywood Sign Highlights Sunset Hike

Come explore some of the highlights of this 5,000 acre park just above Hollywood! We’ll hike about 2.5-3 miles (depending on the exact route) up to the Griffith Observatory & on to a unique view of the Hollywood sign. I’ll show you an historic nature garden, we’ll get views of Hollywood and downtown LA from the iconic Griffith Observatory (which is also a museum), we'll see some of the highlights of the observatory, & then we'll go to see unique views of the Hollywood Sign. The lighting changes throughout the day (evening hikes will see sunset, while hikes earlier in the day are brighter), but the views are always beautiful! I’ll share history and geography of the Park and LA as we go along. And, of course, there will be ample stops for unforgettable photos from the best vantage points, and I will be happy to take memorable photos of you and your friends/family. This is a moderate hike ideal for families & those with the desire for a short, easy way to see the highlights. This experience is great for groups to book. And for organizations it is great for teams & team-building. Please CONTACT ME if you want a time or date that's not listed. Other things to note: This hike is moderate. Be in condition to walk 2-3 miles going up & down hill. Arrive at meeting point 15 minutes early. A small backpack/rucksack is useful for the hike. Remember sun protection.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Sea Safari aboard The Dolphin Boat

Join us for an unforgettable boat tour that whisks you away from the crowded tourist attractions of Los Angeles to the fresh ocean breeze of the Santa Monica Bay! Your journey will begin with a relaxing cruise through the marina in our open-air boat where you’ll see small sailboats, monstrous yachts & catch the colorful sites of Fisherman’s Village. Keep your eyes peeled & your cameras out for a popup visit from the curious sea lions. As we exit the harbor hang on tight as we go fast out to sea, cutting through the waves in search of dolphins. Once spotted, the playful creatures typically swim along our bow and splash in our wake giving you a front row seat to one of nature’s greatest performances. If luck be on our side, there’s a chance of a visit from the majestic whales! The ocean is always full of surprises! As we’re rocking in the waves, take a glance back at shore to capture the iconic sites of Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier and the breath-taking Malibu coastline as you watch planes departing over the ocean from LAX. If you book a Sunset Cruise, you’ll float in the bay as the sky paints itself hot pink, orange and purple and the sun melts into the Pacific. Rest assured your excursion is in good hands under the watchful eye of USCG licensed Captain Joey and his enthusiastic and hospitable First Mate, Taylor who aim to make boating more accessible to everyone!

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