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Los Angeles Downtown Culture History Design Tour

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Los Angeles, USA
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Los Angeles is always changing and you’ll witness it on our Central Downtown LA tour. Thought LA doesn’t have a downtown? It does and it’s the most dynamic, interesting part of the city.

Many tourists don't know of DTLA (as it’s known here), but Angelenos do and they’re voting with their feet, as every week new restaurants, bars, Apple stores and apartment blocks open here. Many people don’t realize it’s also the best-preserved historic downtown of any major city in America (with great architecture).

Join our Central Downtown LA tour and learn about the neighborhood where the city was born. We also stop for lunch at Grand Central Market (one of the best places in the U.S. for food according to Bon Appetit).

* Tour starts 1pm daily
* Children under 12 y.o. gain free entry
* There’s a big range of food options and all types of diet can be accommodated (vegan, gluten-free etc)

What's Included

  • Tour Guide
  • Lunch Lunch/Snacks are not included.
  • Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20% iid you enjoy tour.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

222 North Hill Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA

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End point

Los Angeles
CA 90017, USA

Tour ends at the 7th Street Metro Center station. There are tons of museums, shops, bars and restaurants in the area. It's a 20 minute walk back to the starting point.

What To Expect

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Gloria Molina Grand Park

Beautiful park in the middle of the Civic Center.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

City Hall

Learn about this modern American architectural masterpiece, made famous in so many movies and TV shows.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Music Center

The Walt Disney concert is world famous for its space age architecture, but the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion has held the Oscars more times than any other venue.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Visit this crown jewel in downtown Los Angeles.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Broad (pass by)

See this new and very popular museum in DTLA.
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Angels Flight Railway

Shortest railroad in the world, dating from 1901.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grand Central Market

100 years old in 2017 and better than ever - the perfect place for lunch.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pershing Square

Center of downtown and home of the Biltmore Hotel, which hosted the Oscars throughout the 1930's and 40's.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cicada Restaurant and Lounge

The first art deco building in Los Angeles.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fine Arts Building

A hidden gem in downtown, from 1926.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Los Angeles Downtown Culture History Design Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tour Guide
  • LunchLunch/Snacks are not included.
  • Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20% iid you enjoy tour.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace. If you have mobility issues please book a private tour via our website.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
  • Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
  • By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
  • Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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