Downtown Los Angeles History and Architecture Walking Tour
See DTLA Through Fresh Eyes
Explore with a Belgian guide offering a European perspective, honed by a decade in China and years in DTLA.
Dive Into Film and Architecture
Marvel at LA’s blend of Art Deco, Beaux-Arts, and Modernist design.
Engage in Real Conversations
Discuss urban design, politics, and how cities shape our lives.
Capture Instagram Gold
From the Bradbury Building to the Last Bookstore.
Walk in Iconic Footsteps
Hear stories of Chaplin, JFK, Michael Jackson, Johnny Depp, Taylor Swift, and Jisoo.
Options
Join-in Los Angeles Walking Tour in English
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Exclusions
Hotel pick up and drop off
Transport
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Additional Info
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Children aged 0-16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Children aged 17+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Group size: 1-12 participant(s)
The activity is not recommended: other serious medical conditions / pregnant women
Pets are allowed
Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Water bottle
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
What's included in Downtown Los Angeles History and Architecture Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] meet up at Los Angeles Central Library. You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00, 14:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Meet inside the library in the main lobby. The lobby is on the 1st level and can be accessed from all three entrances. Just walk into the center and regroup in front of the gift shop.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, The Biltmore Los Angeles, Angels Flight Railway, Grand Central Market, The Last Bookstore, Historic Broadway Theater District, Old Bank District, Tower Theater, Bradbury Building, Million Dollar Theater, Los Angeles Theatre, Palace Theater, The Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites, Los Angeles, As we begin, I’ll share a brief history of California and Los Angeles, setting the stage for how this sprawling metropolis became the cultural, economic, and creative hub it is today..Some attractions might need to skipped because of capacity or weather conditions
- [Return] at Per La Hotel, You can choose to return at the following times: 12:30, 16:30. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
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Have you ever wondered what makes Downtown Los Angeles a captivating mix of culture, history, and architecture? On this walking tour, I’ll guide you through hidden gems and iconic landmarks, sharing stories of the past, insights about the present, and questions about the city’s future. As a Belgian who grew up in Europe, lived in China for a decade, and now calls DTLA home, I bring a global perspective to one of America’s most intriguing neighborhoods. This isn’t a scripted lecture—it’s a conversation. Together, we’ll explore DTLA’s architecture, film history, urban design, and even its politics and food scene. Trust me, DTLA will surprise you.
Meet
Venues
- Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles
