The History and Architecture of Downtown Los Angeles
Overview
If you want to truly understand LA, you need to visit downtown. This is where it all began! Over 3 hours, you'll learn so much about LA and the downtown area. We'll discuss history, architecture, food, city planning, shopping, art, and more! Guests frequently walk away from the tour amazed by how much they underestimated downtown LA.
This tour focuses on a few major parts of DTLA. We will cover the Historic Core, Little Tokyo, the Civic Center, and Bunker Hill. These areas will give you a deeper understanding of how much variety there is in downtown. Every block in downtown has its own unique feel.
In Little Tokyo, you'll get to try traditional Japanese sweets from a family owned confectioner that has been around since 1903! This is the only tour in LA that visits this legendary institution.
See LA in a Day offers the best walking tours in LA, heavily researched and delivered by guides with a passion for sharing the city they call home. See you on the tour!
What's Included
- Snacks Every guest will get a Japanese treat in Little Tokyo.
Meeting Location
South Hill Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Angels Flight Railway
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Pershing Square (Pass By)
The Last Bookstore
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bradbury Building
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Little Tokyo
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
City Hall (Pass By)
Walt Disney Concert Hall (Pass By)
Grand Central Market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-295253P6
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