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- English
You won’t notice it if you’re wandering DTLA solo, but beneath the surface, downtown LA is a patchwork of eras: Art Deco landmarks, contemporary skyscrapers, even a Victorian treasure hidden behind a Romanesque facade. This is the historic core most visitors miss — the best-preserved of any major American city — and your private guide brings to life in vivid detail.
On this two-hour walking tour, you’ll follow your guide through downtown’s coolest sights, from the Walt Disney Concert Hall to Museum Row, as you hear stories of not just the places but the people who shaped this city. Enjoy local recommendations and insider tips that can only come from someone who's spent years exploring these streets.
This tour is built for anyone interested in history, culture, architecture, or what makes Los Angeles tick, offering a side of the city far removed from the beaches and movie studios people expect. Come curious and leave inspired.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide outside the Spring Arcade Building at 541 S. Spring St. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat that says ExperienceFirst.
Itinerary
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1Spring Arcade Building
A food hall in a historic 1920s building
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Last Bookstore
Go inside for cool photo
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Bradbury Building
Go inside and marvel at this architectural landmark
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Broad
Art Museum
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Gloria Molina Grand Park (Pass by)
Civic Meeting Area
Admission ticket free -
City Hall (Pass by)
Iconic Building
Admission ticket free -
5The Music Center
One of the largest performing arts centers in the U.S. including the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Mark Taper Forum, and Ahmanson Theatre
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
Walt Disney Concert Hall (Pass by)
See building from outside
Admission ticket free -
6Angels Flight Railway
A short ride up this famous funicular
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Grand Central Market
Amazing food options for sampling
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Unfortunately, this tour isn’t accessible for wheelchairs due to the Angels Flight historic railway
- Food isn't included, but your guide will have recommendations on where and what to eat at the end of the tour. Grand Central Market has a wide variety of options, so just let your guide know if you have any dietary restrictions, and they can help find something to suit
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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