Los Angeles Downtown Historic Landmarks Guided Tour
Discover the History of Los Angeles on a Guided Walking Tour.

CA
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore the Historic Transformation of Los Angeles
- • 2 Hour Guided City Tour
- • Discover America's Largest Jewelry District
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Points Of Interest and Landmarks
- Old Bank District
- Angels Flight Railway
- Bradbury Building
- The Last Bookstore
- Pershing Square
- Historic Theater District
- Grand Central Market
- 349 S Hill St
- 648 S Broadway
- 412 W 6th St
- 506 S Grand Ave
- 541 S Spring St
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What People Are Saying
Customers rave about Phil, the tour guide, consistently highlighting his extensive knowledge, engaging storytelling, and friendly demeanor. Reviewers appreciate his ability to adapt the tour to the needs of the group, ensuring a comfortable experience, even in the heat. Many learned fascinating insights about Downtown LA's history, architecture, and hidden gems, making the tour feel both informative and fun. With its well-paced format and personal touch, this tour comes highly recommended for anyone looking to explore and appreciate the rich heritage of Los Angeles. If you're seeking an enlightening and enjoyable experience, this tour is a must!
Experience Highlights
Engaging and Knowledgeable... Exceptional Tour Guide... Fun and Informative... Great Hidden Gems... Perfect for Locals... Accommodating to All... Insightful Historical Context... Well-paced Experience... Recommended for All Ages... Memorable City Overview...
Experience Overview:
Old And New Downtown Los Angeles Walking TourExperience the history of Los Angeles from its urban development in the early 20th Century to now a home of historic landmarks. See the transformation of a commercially developed neighborhood into a residential community. You will see how our early 1900s buildings are part of the renovation of a new downtown!
Meeting Point
349 S Hill St
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.
What's included:
- Local guide
What to expect:
Duration: 2 hours
Angels Flight Railway
351 S. Hill St, , Los Angeles, 90013-1003, California
Shortest Railway in the World
Pass by without stopping
Grand Central Market
317 South Broadway, , Los Angeles, 90013-1222, California
Historic market since 1917
10 minutes
Historic Theater District
Broadway, 3rd and 9th Streets, Los Angeles, 90014, California
Largest collection of pre- WWII theaters in America
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Bradbury Building
304 S Broadway, Downtown, Los Angeles, 90013-1224, California
Step into the oldest standing office building of Los Angeles
10 minutes
Old Bank District
400 S Main St, Los Angeles, 90013-1314, California
"Spring Street of the West"
25 minutes
The Last Bookstore
453 S Spring St, Ground Floor, Los Angeles, 90013, California
Artistic bookstore
Pass by without stopping
The Jewelry District
412 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
America's largest jewelry district
10 minutes
Spring Arcade Building
541 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
Collection of boutique restaurants
10 minutes
Clifton's Republic
648 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Iconic cafeteria since 1932
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Biltmore Los Angeles
506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
Grandest hotel of Los Angeles
10 minutes
Pershing Square
Boundaries are South Hill St, South Olive St, West Sixth St, and West Fifth St, , Los Angeles, 90015, California
LA's central square
10 minutes
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour ends at Pershing Square (532 S. Olive Street 90013), which is a 5 minute walk back to the starting point. The guide can point you in the direction.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
Organized by
LA Walking Tours
Product SKU: US-3757-0006
Google Business Profile: LA Walking Tours
Los Angeles Historic Downtown Walking Tour
CA
people
1 participant
hours
- • Explore the Historic Transformation of Los Angeles
- • 2 Hour Guided City Tour
- • Discover America's Largest Jewelry District
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