Immerse yourself into the golden age architecture of Los Angeles on this walking tour through Downtown. Take a chance to see the iconic landmarks of the early 20th century in the LA’s Historic Core including Bradbury Building, Grand Central Market, and historical districts. Follow your enthusiastic local guide as he leads you through the most interesting locations and sights.
• Experience the historic travel as you stroll through the early 20th century blocks in the Historic Core
• Explore the scenic streets and get a perfect overview of the city
• Benefit from a small group for better experience
• The tour is perfect for families and first-time time visitors
Get to see an interesting historical funicular that dates back to the early 20th century amidst the busy Downtown. The symbolic railway in the heart of LA Downtown shows the perfect mixture of the old and the new.
Visit the iconic historic Grand Central Market founded in 1917. Apart from celebrating the cuisines and cultures of Los Angeles it also preserves the historic downtown legacy. The Market offers unique food and entertainment experience, which demonstrates the best local and world dishes. Eat your way through the diversity that the Market provides and find one-of-a-kind vendors in this dynamic hub for public events
Explore the Historic Theatre District as you walk along South Broadway in Downtown. Discover 12 movie theatres build in a period from 1910 to 1931. The District is a real treasure among modern bustling downtown streets with the highest concentration of movie palaces in the United States. Admire the splendid architecture and learn the most interesting facts about the theatres
Marvel at the oldest office building in LA. The historical monument was built in 1893 by the order of Lewis Bradbury. At present, the building houses Los Angeles Police Department’s Internal Affairs division and several other establishments. The famous structure was shot in many movies and TV-shows. Step inside to discover distinctive open elevators and a huge glass atrium.
Stroll down the Old Bank District and be fascinated by the architecture of early 20th century commercial buildings. Following the project proposed in 1998, the commercial buildings have been being converted into residential use.
Regardless the name, the bookstore is not really the last one. But it’s certainly the largest bookstore in California with its 22,000 square feet. It offers new and used books and is located in a hundred-year-old bank building. It is reported to try to convert Instagram users into book purchasers with its creative displays and attractive merchandising.
Continue exploring the old Downtown with its early twentieth-century buildings in the Historic Core of the city. The name of the district is influenced by the great number of jewelry stores in the area. Get a chance to see the oldest stores there.
Follow the perfect lines and explore every detail of Spanish Baroque Broadway Arcade. In case you are an architecture geek you will certainly see some Beaux Arts there as well as you admire the great monument opened in 1924. As many old buildings it has survived periods of prosperity and decline, so get to know some captivating facts about this one.
Keep wondering along the South Broadway and Historic Core to get to the one of the most iconic eatery places of all time. Clifton’s Republic has served over 170 million guests since 1931 and although it has undergone a huge number of changes in the past, it still fulfills its original functions of a cafeteria and restaurant. Marvel at the exotic décor and facades of the building and put it on your must-get-inside-later list.
Get to the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, a luxury hotel and resort in the very heart of the City of Angels built in 1923. Enjoy the incredible Beaux Arts building with Renaissance Revival details and admire the peculiar combination of styles.
Finish your trip at Pershing Square to explore the beautiful renovated park and rest after a rich tour. Stroll through the park taking pictures with 10-story purple bell tower and fountains. The place also offers a lot public events and concerts, so feel free to ask your guide about planned shows.
Meet your guide at the bottom of Angels Flight, near the stairs
349 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
We meet at the bottom of Angels Flight Railway (349 S. Hill Street 90013) located between 3rd and 4th on Hill Street across the Grand Central Market. Nearest Metro Rail station - Pershing Square Nearest Parking - Private lots at the corners of 3rd & Hill Street and 4th & Hill Street.
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Union Station, Greyhound Bus Station
The Metro Rail system includes several subway and light rail lines that cover most of the city. It's a convenient and affordable way to get around.
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