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Private Walking Tour of Downtown LA's History and Architecture in Los Angeles, CA

Travel CuriousIn front of the "Homebound Brew Haus", 800 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, United StatesLos Angeles, CA 90012
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$253.00
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Overview

Join and see magnificent buildings full of innovation and striking visual designs on this Downtown LA walking tour! Los Angeles is rich in architectural wonders that only make sense in the context of the history around the time they were built. Guests are encouraged to discover the beautiful sights and cultural history of these iconic buildings on this tour!

up to 3 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

  • Hear about what makes the buildings in downtown LA great on this guided walking tour!
  • This entire tour is approximately 3 hours long in duration.
  • Tour is suitable for artistic and intellectual guests of all ages
  • Food and gratuities are not included on this tour.
  • This is an exclusive guided walking tour.

Description

from Private Walking Tour of Downtown LA's History and Architecture
In a city blessed with blissful light, innovation, and bold visual design statements, Los Angeles is full of architectural gems that only make sense in the context of the history around which they were built. On your private downtown history and architecture walking tour, you will:

-Begin your tour at Union Station, called the last of America's great train stations.
-Discover grand historic structures, surreal monuments, and futuristic sci-fi-inspired architecture.
-Squint your eyes, and the stainless steel Walt Disney Concert Hall design looks like a gleaming clipper ship, its sails filled with wind.
-Visit Olvera Street, known as “the birthplace of Los Angeles.” The block-long tree-shaded Mexican marketplace is part of the El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument.
-Walk down Broadway, a vibrant symbol of LA’s spirit and soul. Its’ stunning signature Mission Modern style combines Spanish Colonial, Mission Revival, and Art Deco architecture.
-Visit The Bradbury Building - where the modest mildly Romanesque exterior hides a magical light-filled Victorian court, open cage elevators, marble stairs, and ornate iron railings, built-in 1893.
-Enjoy Grand Central Market, which boasts vintage neon signs, glorious 1960s tile work, and original Beaux-Arts detailing.
-See a railway on a steep hillside, opened in 1901 to ferry passengers up and down the steep slope to the top of Bunker Hill, and remains one of LA’s most endearing landmarks.

From bold esoteric newcomers like the monumental Broad Museum to landmark favorites such as Bradbury Building built in 1893, Los Angeles is a city rich in iconic architecture - it’s rare to see two buildings alike. You will discover sharp, crisp right angles of modernist architecture, the dazzling exoticism of soaring spires and fairytale towers, and grand palatial estates.

Backdropped by year-round blue skies and golden sunshine, LA’s structures are showcased to perfection in the city’s famous sublime light. The Private Downtown LA History and Architecture Walking Tour will dazzle with the porous alabaster-white shell facade of the Broad Museum, the glinting curves of the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the city’s downtown cultural centerpiece, and the old Mexican influences of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument and its tree-shaded plazas.

Pass lush sculptural landscapes on our way to be wowed by the geometric light-filled design of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, José Rafael Moneo’s Pritzker-prize-winning structure. This compelling tour - popular with visitors and Angelinos alike - provides the fascinating backstory to the growth of this great city, from its humble origins to the present day, as told through its striking, unique architecture. The fascinating Private Downtown LA History and Architecture Walking Tour delve into the city’s storied history to discover the dynamos that have powered design eras and the socio-political context of each visual feast.

Inclusions:
- Private guide
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favorite places

Exclusions:
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
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Frequently Asked Questions about Private Walking Tour of Downtown LA's History and Architecture

What should I bring?

It is recommended to bring a refillable water bottle.


What should I wear?

Great walking shoes, and comfortable clothes.


Where is it located?

Your guide will meet you in front of the Antonio Aguilar Monument, across from Union Station, 125 Paseo De La Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012. 


Can I bring my camera?

Yes! Lots of great photo opportunities.


How long is this private walking tour?

The private walking tour is 3 hours long. 


What’s included in my ticket/experience?

Begin your tour at Union Station, called the last of America's great train stations. Discover grand historic structures, surreal monuments and futuristic sci-fi-inspired architecture. Squint your eyes, and the stainless steel Walt Disney Concert Hall design looks like a gleaming clipper ship, its sails filled with wind. Visit Olvera Street, known as “the birthplace of Los Angeles.” The block-long tree-shaded Mexican marketplace is part of El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument. Walk down Union Street, a vibrant symbol of LA’s spirit and soul. Its’ stunning signature Mission Modern style combines Spanish Colonial, Mission Revival and Art Deco architecture. Visit The Bradbury Building - where modest mildly Romanesque exterior hides a magical light-filled Victorian court, open cage elevators, marble stairs, and ornate iron railings, built in 1893. Enjoy Grand Central Market, which boasts vintage neon signs, glorious 1960s tile-work and original Beaux-Arts detailing. See a railway on a steep hillside, opened in 1901 to ferry passengers up and down the steep slope to the top of Bunker Hill and remains one of LA’s most endearing landmarks.