Top California Walking Tours

Sample the best of wine country on this food and wine tour of Healdsburg. Led by a local guide, stroll the charming town and progressively dine your way through several local establishments, including a highly acclaimed tapas bar, a farm-to-fork jewel, and a wine boutique. Learn about the sustainable methods of the chefs and winemakers, and treat your taste buds along the way.

Follow your guide on the easiest route to reach the Hollywood Sign on this narrated walking tour. All ages are welcome, so bring the entire family. Make sure your cameras are charged for taking shots of views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Beach, the Hollywood Reservoir, the Hollywood Sign itself, and much more. Ask your guide for any other LA tips if you like, too. You can also choose a 3-hour Hollywood Sign Hike at checkout to see the sign from both the front and back, or upgrade to a private tour exclusively for your group.

Learn about the art of wine-and-food pairing as you embark on a walking tour through Healdsburg. Join a small group of food lovers and sample Sonoma’s best bottles and bites as you explore local venues. From local cheeses, jams, and unique dishes, each pairing makes you rethink the way you experience food and wine. Learn about the area's thriving culinary scene and hear the stories behind Sonoma’s family vineyards.

Let a guide show you around the streets of Sacramento, California at night, telling you all about the city’s darker side. From historic gunslingers to allegedly haunted trains to tragic epidemics and more, this is a side of Sacramento that most tourists miss. It’s a tour that’s ideal for history buffs that enjoy a good scare.

Find out why the Los Angeles Times, The Today Show, USA Today, New York Times have all hiked with us! You won't just see the sign, you'll experience the fun of walking there as you take in the stunning views of Los Angeles. As you get closer to the iconic Hollywood Sign than any other tour can take you, your guide will tell you all about Hollywood's fascinating history and keep you safe while you walk. Enjoy the outdoors as you take in the stunning views of Los Angels and beyond. Take the most epic photos and videos for Instagram and TikTok. Avoid the risk of getting lost as you'll be hiking with a knowledgeable and entertaining Los Angeles local guide. This tour is a bucket list item and a great way to start your Los Angeles vacation. You can also upgrade to a private tour exclusively for your group.

Join your guide for a walking tour that combines sightseeing in the hills of Los Angeles with a vigorous walk up to the Hollywood sign. Learn about the history of Los Angeles on an entertaining hike that takes in Griffith Park, the Hollywood Hills neighborhood, and the Hollywood Sign, and offers views of Burbank, the San Fernando Valley, and all of Los Angeles. Note: parking is not available Friday-Sunday and on holidays; guests must arrive and depart by taxi or rideshare.

Hop on a '70s-era VW bus and get to know the hippie past and hipster vibe that make up San Francisco today. Starting and ending at Fisherman's Wharf, this sightseeing tour takes you around the city, including Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to '60s classics. So settle into a neon-blue seat and dig your shoes into groovy shag carpet. Each bus accommodates up to just six people.

Discover two of San Francisco’s most iconic neighborhoods without the guesswork of deciding where to eat or what to see. This small-group food tour combines cultural insights with generous tastings, helping you experience the traditions, flavors, and stories behind Chinatown and North Beach.

Discover the natural wonders around the San Diego coastline with a marine biologist as your guide on this small-group tour. The guide, with over 20 years of combined science and education experience, tells you all about the sea creatures and critters you’ll spot in their natural habitat—from what they eat to how you can better protect them.

Experience Yosemite beyond a typical day trip on this camping adventure that combines guided exploration with time to discover the park on your own. Skip the logistics of planning a multi-day visit and focus on Yosemite’s iconic landscapes, from Yosemite Falls and Half Dome to groves of giant sequoias. Spending two nights in the park gives you more time to hike, explore, and connect with one of America’s most celebrated natural destinations.

Combine three of the Bay Area's top attractions—Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito—in a single tour from San Francisco. Enjoy comfortable transportation in a luxury small-group tour van, including a trip across the Golden Gate Bridge, so you can focus on the scenery instead of driving. Your Alcatraz admission includes the ferry ride and audio tour, with free time to explore Muir Woods and Sausalito at your own pace.

Enjoy a journey through space and time at the Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles's gateway to the stars, an experience most tourists overlook. This small-group tour, designed by former observatory employees, shows you the best of the 67,000-square-foot exhibition space and covers the science, history, architecture, and movie trivia of the iconic site. Plus, watch an immersive show with live narration at the planetarium theater, included.

Explore some of the best eats in the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego—and learn insider facts and stories about its sordid past—on this two-in-one, small-group walking tour. Join an expert guide who has the inside scoop on the district's hopping restaurant and bar scene. Sample delicious dishes at several eateries, sip drinks, and learn about the neighborhood's past as a notorious red-light district.

Savor the distinctive flavors of Carlsbad Village with a food and walking tour of the scenic seaside gem. Get an insider’s look at the culinary scene, local history, and landmarks as you explore with knowledgeable guides and enjoy five gourmet tastings. Sample luscious desserts, including gelato, and unique specialty foods, and season your experience with behind-the-scenes stories about Carlsbad Village’s vibrant gourmet culture, hippest restaurants, and cutting-edge artisanal products.

Dive deep into one of San Francisco’s most historic neighborhoods on this Chinatown walking tour. From paper lanterns to medicinal herbs to a fortune cookie factory, explore both popular and lesser-known gems in this bustling district with an in-the-know guide. Learn about Chinatown's fascinating history and culture, as well as private clubs, from your expert insider guide.

San Francisco's rollicking, rags-to-riches history has left plenty of haunted happenings in its wake, so explore the city's more sinister side on a walking ghost tour. Visit some of San Francisco's most historic and allegedly haunted locations on and around Nob Hill, once the epicenter of San Francisco high society. Learn trivia and hidden history that you won't find in any guidebook on this ghoulishly fun, after-dark adventure.

Explore the culinary delights of Carmel, just down the coast from Monterey, on this food and drink walking tour. With a knowledgeable foodie guide, you’ll learn about the history and gourmet culture of Carmel, an upscale enclave known for its charming architecture and cozy, small-town vibe, as you visit local eateries to sample locavore and ethnic dishes, chocolate, and cocktails or spirits. Limited to 16 people, this tour provides a small-group experience with personalized attention.

Explore the LGBTQ history of San Francisco, and see the best of the vibrant Castro neighborhood, on this small-group walking tour. Learn insider facts and stories about local landmarks and historical sites, hear about Harvey Milk and the creation of the rainbow Pride flag, and more. Be inspired by the rich, diverse history of this iconic district and its continuing role as an epicenter of LGBTQ activism and events.

Savor the best of Sonoma’s cuisine on a food tour in the heart of California wine country. Sample locally-made wines and artisanal cheeses as you stroll Sonoma’s historic downtown with a foodie guide, then try fine chocolates and olive oil at chic, cutting-edge boutiques. Soak up the latest flavors at six curated tasting stops along a relaxed, route and get an insider’s perspective on Sonoma’s gourmet culture. Learn the stories behind the region’s culinary legends, thriving vineyards, and remarkable artisanal renaissance.

Experience panoramic views of the Los Angeles skyline as you embark on a 3.5 mile (5.6 km) hike to one of the highest peaks in Griffith Park. Follow your expert guide as they share captivating tales of Hollywood history. Snap some shots of the iconic Hollywood Sign before finishing your tour at the world-famous, iconic Griffith Observatory. You can also choose to upgrade to a private tour exclusively for your group.

Discover a side of Solvang that few other visitors get to experience—and tap into the region’s supernatural lore—on this evening ghost tour. Meet your guide in the center of town and set off with EMF meters, dowsing rods, and other ghost-hunting tools to aid you. You’ll see historic highlights of the town, and can attempt to spot local spirits, all while your guide shares Solvang’s spookiest ghost stories.

Follow a delicious trail of local treats through historic Monterey on a small-group food tour that includes plenty of tastings for a full lunch. Committing to lunch at a single restaurant means missing out on the diverse cuisines that make Monterey food so interesting; try a little bit of everything as you go from neighborhood restaurants to frozen treats and California wine, learning about Monterey history along the way.

San Diego is renowned for its tombstones and tacos, and this unique tour combines food and history for a well-rounded sightseeing experience. Get your fiesta started in San Diego on a food and walking tour through historic Old Town. Visit some of the district's finest Mexican restaurants to sample tasty dishes, tequila cocktails, and hear mariachi music. Get insider tips from your guide about authentic Mexican cuisine and other great places to visit on this fun tour.