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.
453 S Spring St, Ground Floor, Los Angeles, United States
Go inside for cool photo
304 S Broadway, Downtown, Los Angeles, United States
Go inside and marvel at this architectural landmark
221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, United States
Art Museum
227 N Spring St, Los Angeles, United States
Civic Meeting Area
200 N. Spring St. between First and Temple, Los Angeles, United States
Iconic Building
135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, United States
One of the largest performing arts centers in the U.S. including the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Mark Taper Forum, and Ahmanson Theatre
111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, United States
See building from outside
351 S. Hill St, Los Angeles, United States
A short ride up this famous funicular
317 South Broadway, Los Angeles, United States
Amazing food options for sampling
Meet your guide outside the Spring Arcade Building at 541 S. Spring St. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat that says ExperienceFirst.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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