Pretty Gritty Arts District Bike Tour

Overview

An Arts District BIKE tour allows you to see so much more of this under the radar, trendy neighborhood. Just past Little Tokyo, L.A.’s hottest neighborhood, The Arts District, is full of galleries, tech-industry, nightlife, murals, history, architecture, shopping, breweries, and restaurants. We visit Hauser and Wirth Gallery, Sci-Arc, Bloom’s Square, Warner Brother’s Music, Art Share, La Kretz Innovation Campus, The American Hotel, some of L.A.’s best restaurants and many more surprising locations. You’ll hear about the origins, history, new development and current status of The Art’s District. This tour breaks at galleries and shopping, allowing participants to explore a bit on their own. This ride is perfect for visitors looking for off the beaten path, up and coming neighborhoods in DTLA.

City: Los Angeles

Mon 24 Feb

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Starting at $60.00

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Mon 24 Feb

Starting at $60.00

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What's Included

Includes 8-speed bike, helmet and guided tour.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 12 years
Should know how to ride a bike
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Handlebar Bike Tours take place outside, with contactless reservations/digital waivers and sanitized bikes and helmets. Much safer than a tour bus, your own bike comes with alcohol wipes only you have access to throughout the tour. Guides are amplified, so no need to shout and spread droplets.

What To Expect

Handlebar Bike Tours

We are located at LA's 100 year old food hall, a destination in itself. Our home base has over 45 food vendors to choose from pre or post ride.

Angel City Brewery

The unofficial gateway to the Arts District adorned with local artist's work.

Hauser & Wirth

Our tour breaks here and guests have a chance to explore this expansive gallery complex on their own.

Art District

The largest concentration of murals and street art in L.A. You'll learn about the artists, process and production of these gram-worthy walls.

Wisdome LA

There are several revolving experiences in the Arts District such as Wisdome, Madcap Motel and I Like Scary Movies etc. We will ride by and you can see which ones you might like to come back to.

Japanese American National Museum

Located in Little Tokyo we stop by to see Museum of Contemporary Art and the Go For Broke Monument and explain how the history of Little Tokyo is entwined with the history of the Arts District and Los Angeles.

Little Tokyo

We ride through Little Tokyo to access the Arts District. Full of sushi, Anime and Ramen, when the gallery is closed we take our break stop here.

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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 (32)

evolvdesign

Sep 2020

I felt very safe with a sanitized bike and contact-less waiver, as well as hand sanitizer available at all times. She had also provided me with water when I ran out of my own. So thoughtful to bring everything. Jen is very considerate of safety while riding, briefing me where we are going before we leave and makes sure that we are on the safe side of the road and out of traffic. I took the Arts District Tour (just me and my tour guide Jen) and it was fantastic. I learned so much and Jen is very knowledgeable! The Tour was chock full of great info! I left so inspired to do more art now because of it! I even got a little bonus off the beaten path tour of the arts district that many people may miss.

Response from Host

Nov 2020

Arts District is a favorite of locals, many L.A. natives aren't aware of the amazing, and drastic changes happening in this once forgotten neighborhood. Kudos you for getting inspired by the creativity, and seeking adventure exploring by bike! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate it.

KarynCan

Apr 2020

This was a great tour, even for a Los Angeles native! It was nice to learn about all the newness that is going on in downtown. There were areas I remembered and some that have changed a lot. It’s a great way to learn about LA and a really fun time, too! Plus, you get to be outside and get some exercise in this lovely city! Give it a whirl!!!

vcandland

Jan 2020

We loved this bike tour! Our tour guide Jenny let us take our time and explore all the different parts of the Arts District. She was very knowledgeable of all the different artists, murals, buildings and overall history of LA and we feel we got to see some unique parts of LA that we would never venture to otherwise, since we live in West LA. She is also very good at directing us to make sure we were clear of traffic. Highly recommend!

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. I enjoyed spending the afternoon with you two, and think its so cool the tour was a gift. The best gifts are experiences together.