Downtown Los Angeles: History and Architecture Walking Tour

Discuss urban design and the culture and history of the city

Join a walking tour to discover what makes downtown Los Angeles unique in its culture, history, and architecture. You’ll visit both smaller gems and well-known landmarks, learning about the city’s past, present, and future along the way. Whether you’re new to LA or have lived here for years, this experience offers a fresh perspective on DTLA. Explore the city with a guide who brings a European outlook shaped by years spent in China and Los Angeles. See LA’s range of architectural styles, including Art Deco, Beaux-Arts, and Modernist buildings. Talk about urban design, local politics, and everyday city life. Find the best photo spots, such as the Bradbury Building and the Last Bookstore, and hear stories about famous figures connected to LA, like Chaplin, JFK, Michael Jackson, Johnny Depp, Taylor Swift, and Jisoo.