Old and New Downtown Los Angeles Walking Tour

Overview

Experience 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!

City: Los Angeles

Fri 27 Dec

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Starting at $35.00

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Fri 27 Dec

Starting at $35.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

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.

What To Expect

Angels Flight Railway

Shortest Railway in the World

Grand Central Market

Historic market since 1917

Historic Theater District

Largest collection of pre- WWII theaters in America

Bradbury Building

Step into the oldest standing office building of Los Angeles

Old Bank District

"Spring Street of the West"

The Last Bookstore

Artistic bookstore

Pershing Square

LA's central square

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (103)

shelly_n

Apr 2021

Very much enjoyed the tour. Phil was knowledgeable, fun, friendly and had great stories and photos to show the great. Highly recommend this tour for anyone interested on learning about LA downtown history and arhcitecture.

Britt_W

Feb 2020

We spent a really enjoyable Friday tour with Phil, covering the Downtown area. He was super friendly and genuinely happy to be showing us around. Would definitely recommend! Thank you!

John F

Nov 2019

Phil and I did this tour solo as I was his only customer that day. He's first rate - smart, personable, engaging. Was happy to answer all my questions, and his passion for the city and the subject matter came through. The tour itself showcases the architecture and history of an area of city easily overlooked by many tourists. Well spent 2 hours.