Docent-Led Walking Tours

About This Event

Experience the wonders of the Arboretum walking with one of our knowledgeable volunteer docents as your guide. These walks are an ideal way to learn more about the Arboretum. These special themed, guided walking tours are being offered in June:

Tropical Greenhouse Tour Thursday, June 6 or June 27 at 10:30am.  45 minutes

Tickets for Thursday, June 6 here.  Tickets for June 27.

Hollywood at the Arboretum Friday, June 7 at 2pm. 90 minutes.

The Arboretum’s popularity as a Hollywood back lot is legendary. With 127 acres of scenic wonder as a popular location site for Africa, South Seas, Asia, and the Wild West, the Arboretum has added a touch of realism to 400 or more motion pictures, television specials, series episodes and even commercials and music videos. Join us as we visit some of the film sites and share photos and stories that span our 85 plus years of Hollywood history. Reserve tickets here.

History of the Arboretum Friday, June 14 at 2pm. 90 minutes.

The Historic Core, centered on Baldwin Lake, was the dominant landscape feature utilized by occupants of the Rancho Santa Anita. Four historic structures remain: two are listed in the National Register of Historic Places; one is a State Landmark; the fourth, a relocated train station, is a State Point of Historical Interest. Their stories are varied and rich in the detail that history buffs value. Reserve tickets here.

Tour reservations are required for members and non-members because space is limited. Book now! Meet up with the docent at the Visitor Plaza. Bring a hat and wear comfortable walking shoes. Walk-ups will be accommodated if a tour is not fully booked.