Hollywood Hills Spiritual & Esoteric History Driving Tour

Explore a different side of Los Angeles on a shared, guided driving tour through the Hollywood Hills. Trace the Eastern philosophies and esoteric traditions that drew thinkers such as Alan Watts and Aldous Huxley to this corner of the city.

• Discover the three-domed Vedanta Temple, founded in 1938 by the Ramakrishna Order
• Explore Krotona's history as a Theosophist retreat tucked into Beachwood Canyon
• Visit the grounds of the Philosophical Research Society, founded by Manly P. Hall

Itinerary

1. Depart at 11:00 from 2130 Vista Del Mar Ave.
2. Explore Krotona temple in Beachwood Canyon on a 45-minute guided tour of this community founded for spiritual study and meditation.
3. Discover the Vedanta Society of Southern California on a 45-minute guided tour, exploring its connection between Eastern philosophy and Western thought.
4. Explore Lake Hollywood Park on a 30-minute guided tour, with views of the city and the Hollywood Sign.
5. Drive through Los Feliz on a 30-minute guided tour, passing the first Sikh temple in the USA and Yogananda's Self-Realization Fellowship.
6. Explore the grounds of the Philosophical Research Society on a 30-minute guided tour of this center for ancient wisdom, philosophy, and spiritual traditions.
7. Return to 2130 Vista Del Mar Ave. at 14:30.

What's Included

• Guide service in English, Russian, or Italian

Important details

• Ages 4+ only
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
• Arrive 15 minutes before departure