Los Angeles Downtown Tour

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Los Angeles, USA

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Join this small-group tour that takes you to downtown LA for a tour of this dynamic city. Hip new restaurants, stores, bars, and apartment blocks are constantly opening in the area and your guide will show you the best of DTLA. See well-preserved buildings in the historic downtown district and admire the architecture, and make a stop at Grand Central Market, where there are all sorts of lunch options to try, at your own expense.

Note that any entrance fees are optional
Explore the historic area of Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA)
A small group tour means a personalized experience
Gratuities are an additional fee

What's Included

Tour Guide
We donate $1 for every guest to a non-profit, Climate Cents.

Optional: Gratuities not included. Please allow 15-20%.
Lunch

Lunch/Snacks are not included.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
The guide will be checking in guests from 15 minutes before the tour begins at the entrance to Civic Center Metro Station in GRAND PARK (222 N Hill Street). We CANNOT wait for latecomers, there are other guests.

End point

7th Street / Metro Center
Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA
Tour ends at the 7th Street Metro Center station. There are tons of museums, shops, bars and restaurants in the area. It's a 20 minute walk back to the starting point.

Operating hours
.1:00 pm

Itinerary

Gloria Molina Grand Park

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Hall

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Music Center

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Walt Disney Concert Hall

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Broad (Pass By)

Angels Flight Railway

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Grand Central Market

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pershing Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cicada Restaurant and Lounge

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Fine Arts Building

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

Tour is free for children aged 0-11 y.o.
Aim to get to the meeting point 10-15 minutes early. If you’re late you may miss the tour.
By making a booking for this tour you agree to be bound by The Real Los Angeles Tours terms of service.
Please check dates/times carefully BEFORE making a booking.
This is a walking tour and we move at a reasonable pace. If you have mobility issues please book a private tour via our website.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 16 reviews

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LA has a fascinating...

Constance_C, Oct 2025

LA has a fascinating history and architectural legacy. Our tour guide was knowledgable and articulate about both.

Sonya knows it all!

JANETTE_W, Jan 2023

Sonya was super knowledgeable with tons of fun filled facts! She was very patient with our never ending questions, even questions out things not included in tour highlights. She took her time to let us take in each site and was very thoughtful in her presentation to find the best viewing locations along the way. She never rushed us and somehow kept us right on target ending exactly at the allotted spot and time! Highly recommend this interesting tour of downtown with Sonya!

A Must-See Adventure Into The Interesting History of LA

Patrick_S, Aug 2019

My wife and I took this walking tour and we couldn't have been happier. Our expert guide was Stuart Wood, and he was exceptional. He knew the fascinating history of LA inside and out, and he brought it to colorful life through captivating stories. He gave us the details about the architecture and growth of this vibrant city. Get out of your car and see the city on foot. We were so glad we did this tour, it really was special and brought it to life–– don't miss it.