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Downtown Los Angeles Architecture Walking Tour

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Los Angeles, USA

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Overview

Explore the styles of Beaux Arts, Renaissance Revival, Art Deco, Modernism and more on this architectural history tour of Downtown Los Angeles by walking the Financial District, Historic Core and the Broadway Theater District!

What's Included

  • Local guide

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Central Library
    West 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    South Olive Street
    Los Angeles, CA 90017, USA

    The tour ends at the James Oviatt Building (617 S. Olive Street 90014), which is a 10 minute walk back to the starting point. The guide can point you in the direction.

    What To Expect

    Los Angeles Central Library

    Visit the LA Central Library and learn about its architectural symbolism
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Fine Arts Building

    The original artist colony of Los Angeles
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Jewelry District

    America's largest jewelry district
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Historic Theater District

    See the southern section of the Historic Broadway Theater District
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Eastern Columbia Lofts

    "The Jewel of Art Deco"
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The NoMad Hotel

    Former home of the Bank of Italy Los Angeles
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Oviatt Building

    LA's oldest standing art deco building
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • The tour ends at the James Oviatt Building (617 S. Olive Street 90014), which is a 10 minute walk back to the starting point. The guide can point you in the direction.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Downtown Los Angeles Architecture Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-7304P3

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

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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