The History and Architecture of Downtown Los Angeles
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3 hours
- Every guest will get a Japanese treat in Little Tokyo.
- We will ride on Angels Flight as a part of our tour! (Sometimes Angels Flight has mechanical errors and may be closed.)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
My name is Chris, and I'll be your guide to Downtown. I've led tours for KTLA, Spectrum News1, and NHK Japan. There's a chance you've come across my other 5 star experiences, like the Sunset Strip True Crime tour. When you book with me, you're guaranteed to get the tour...
- Duration 3 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 15 people in the group
- 1
Angels Flight Railway
Start the tour by learning about the shortest train ride in the world! We will discuss Angels Flight and its connection to the Victorian community of Bunker Hill. The tour will start with a ride on Angels Flight! (Cost of Angels Flight is included with the tour.)
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 2
California Plaza
Learn what happened to the Victorian homes of old Los Angeles and how the modern financial district was established. See famous LA skyscrapers from movies like Independence Day!
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
The Museum of Contemporary Art
Bunker Hill is home to two amazing free art museums. The first of the museums we will see is the Museum of Contemporary Art. We will discuss the Pritzker prize winning architect behind this building and his early architectural struggles.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
The Broad
The second free museum is the Broad (take the tour to learn the correct pronunciation!) The stunning architecture of the museum is only surpassed by the quality of the Pop Art collection in the gallery. There are big plans for the Broad, you'll hear all about them and the ambitious...
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 5
Walt Disney Concert Hall
The Walt Disney Concert Hall is an architectural wonder from a master starchitect at the top of his game. Frank Gehry has been called the "most important architect of our age" and buildings like the WDCH are proof of his abilities. The story behind the making of the Concert Hall...
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 6
City Hall
More architecture and civic history! The tour is now getting into the political heart of LA. You'll walk right through Grand Park and discover how LA morphed from a town of just 44 into a city of millions.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 7
Little Tokyo
The Japanese communities have shaped California in an incredible way, and LA is no exception. I will point out the legacy businesses, best restaurants, historic markers, and make sure that you leave Little Tokyo impressed by this vibrant section of downtown.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 8
Fugetsu-Do
Running a small business can be hard. Running a small business through 2 world wars, the Great Depression, and 120+ years of life's ups and downs is nearly impossible. Yet, that is exactly what the Kito family in LA have been doing since opening their family business in 1903. Our...
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 9
Main Street
The oldest building along our tour route is St. Vibiana's Cathedral from 1876. This cathedral was built at a time when nearly 1/5th on LA's entire population could fit in the building!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 10
Million Dollar Theater
Broadway in Downtown LA is home to the largest collection of historic "Movie Palaces" left in the United States. The grand theatres of Broadway hosted the premieres of Hollywood legends, like Charlie Chaplin. The Million Dollar Theatre is one of the most grandiose of the still standing theatres.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 11
Bradbury Building
The Bradbury is one of the most magnificent buildings in the world. Discover the incredible story behind this 1893 masterpiece!
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 12
Main Street
The architecture of LA's old bank district reflects the vast wealth and ambition of LA at the start of the 20th century. As we progress down Spring St., our buildings progress in styles and materials. Iron, steel, Beaux Arts to Art Deco, walking along Spring St. is an architectural timeline...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 13
The Last Bookstore
Go inside one of LA's coolest hangouts! The Last Bookstore is a readers paradise, but it is also full of great spots to take an amazing photo. You will learn about the original bank building and learn the secrets of the original vault.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 14
Grand Central Market
This foodie destination is a treat for locals and visitors alike. This historic food hall has been operating for over 100 years now and shows no signs of slowing down!
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
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