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Finest Architectural Monuments of Los Angeles

By Friendly Local Guides
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$135 per adult
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Overview

Take a stroll through the most remarkable architectural landmarks of Los Angeles on this walking tour. Get to see the city’s tallest buildings and grandiose masterpieces of the early 20th century. The 1920s saw the creation of major museums, theatres and other civic buildings.

Even the Great Depression was not as painful as it was elsewhere in the US – many of the city’s monuments were built during these years. Explore the city from another perspective getting close and personal with all the architectural details, lines, and decorations. A rich ethnic mix adds character to the distinct areas. Visit the top attractions that no architectural geek should miss.

Explore the most peculiar architectural sights on our walking tour. Reveal all the details of facades and architectural styles that you wouldn’t get to know on an ordinary tour or walking alone. The tour is perfect both for those who came to LA for the first time and for experienced visitors.

Activity location

  • Los Angeles Central Library
    • 630 W 5th St, Free Tours Daily
    • 90071-2002, Los Angeles, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Central Library
    • 630 West 5th Street
    • 90071, Los Angeles, California, United States

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Finest Architectural Monuments of Los Angeles
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30 am
Price details
AU$135.09 x 1 AdultAU$135.09
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Price is AU$135.09

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedIconic places for photoshoot
  • What's includedWhat's includedFascinating examples of Beaux Arts, Renaissance Revival, Art Deco, and Modernism in Los Angeles
  • What's includedWhat's includedMust see and off the beaten track in City centre Los Angeles
  • What's includedWhat's includedLearn about history and architecture of LA with your expert guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's includedFriendly local guide

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Los Angeles Central Library
  • 20m
Admire the building of Los Angeles Central Library, constructed in 1872. Get to see this amazing City centre LA landmark and capture a great example of Art Deco and Mexican Late Baroque style. Half of the population of Los Angeles is either foreign-born or first-generation American. Spanish and Mexican pioneers who arrived in the 18th and early 19th centuries established the foundations of today’s city, and the Gold Rush attracted fortune-seekers from all over the globe. Trace the influence of different cultures while walking through the prominent constructions.
Fine Arts Building
  • 20m
Marvel at Fine Art Building that has been the heart of arts and culture in America since the 19th century. Built in 1884 for Studebaker company, this Romanesque masterpiece has been decorating the face of the city since its inception. Two granite columns at the entrance, large arcs, and big windows make this landmark stand out from others. Get to know about its renovations stages and interior changes from your guide.
The Jewelry District
  • 20m
Wander down the US largest Jewellery District and be amazed by the abundance of jewellery stores all over. Admire the beautiful scenery and dive into the history of the majestic buildings in the historical centre of LA. Discover great facades and portals and take a closer look stopping it by.
Historic Theater District
  • 20m
Continue your architecture journey and reach the Broadway Theatre District in the Historic Core of City centre Los Angeles to see gorgeous world-known film palaces. This unique place has 12 film theatres located along seven blocks of Broadway, which makes it the only place with this large concentration of film palaces in the United States. Broadway was the hub of LA’s entertainment scene. Get to see vivid posters and announcements of Orpheum Theatre, Palace Theatre, Los Angeles Theatre, Globe Theatre, and others.
Eastern Columbia Lofts
  • 10m
Approaching the spectacular clock tower with Eastern written above you can recognise the Eastern Columbia Lofts, one of the most remarkable architectural landmarks of the city. Built in 1930, it was one of the largest buildings at that time. Get closer and explore geometric shapes, sunburst patterns, zigzags and plant forms on the façade. Originally built for the headquarters of the Eastern Outfitting Company, now it houses 140 luxury condominiums after the 2006
The NoMad Hotel
  • 10m
Continue to the NoMad Hotel, situated in the former Bank of Italy building. This authentic 12-story building was completed by Morgan, Walls & Clements in 1922. The structure can boast its neoclassical style with Corinthian columns as well as a status of a historic landmark. The former bank and vault inside have been transformed into a splendid, chic lobby and restaurants. With no exterior changes, the NoMad Hotel transformed the building into a 241-bedroom place to stay with a restaurant, bar, and a rooftop pool.
Oviatt Building
  • 20m
Stumble onto another gem, a building from the past with a lot of stories to tell. Oviatt Building is a perfect example of a French Art Deco highrise in the heart of Los Angeles. In 1983 Oviatt Building was included in the National Registered of Historic Places.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESLos Angeles Central Library
    • 630 W 5th St, Free Tours Daily
    • 90071-2002, Los Angeles, California, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECentral Library
    • 630 West 5th Street
    • 90071, Los Angeles, California, United States

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