LA Walking Tour: Olvera Street, Union Station, and Grand Market

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Start your tour at the historic transportation hub built in 1939. Guests walk through the Garden Patio, see the famous Mission Revival architecture, and learn how Union Station became the gateway to Los Angeles.

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2. Walk through the historic district where Los Angeles was founded in 1781. This area preserves the Spanish and Mexican roots of the city.

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3. The first fire station built in Los Angeles.

   5 min

4. Learn about the Chinese American community that played an important role in the early development of Los Angeles.

   10 min

5. Located in the historic Sepulveda House, this museum shares the story of Italian immigrants who helped shape Los Angeles.

   5 min

6. Stroll through the vibrant Mexican marketplace filled with food vendors, traditional crafts, music, and colorful culture. One of the most photographed streets in Los Angeles.

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7. Built in 1818, this is the oldest standing home in Los Angeles and offers a glimpse into life during the early days of the city.

   10 min

8. A museum dedicated to Mexican-American history and culture in Los Angeles, located in a beautifully restored historic building.

   10 min

9. Walk past the iconic Art Deco building, completed in 1928, that served as the tallest structure in Los Angeles for decades. City Hall has appeared in many Hollywood films and represents the center of government in Los Angeles.

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10. This beautiful civic park stretches between City Hall and the Music Center and offers great skyline views. The park has become a gathering place for festivals, celebrations, and community events.

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11. The world’s shortest railway has carried passengers up Bunker Hill since 1901. This historic landmark represents the early days of transportation in Los Angeles.

    5 minAdmission included

12. Finish the tour at one of the most famous food markets in Los Angeles. Grand Central Market has been serving locals since 1917 and features dozens of food vendors offering cuisines from around the world.

    10 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Los Angeles

• Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 1148 experiences we list in Los Angeles.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 533 of 1148.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Los Angeles

Sunshine, beaches, film studios and canyons fill sprawling Los Angeles, where Hollywood glamour meets diverse neighbourhoods and great food.

Hollywood is the starting point for many visitors, with the Walk of Fame, the historic Chinese Theatre and its handprints in cement, and views of the Hollywood Sign from Griffith Observatory. Studio lots in Burbank and Universal City offer a behind-the-scenes look at film and television.

Top-ranked sights in Los Angeles: Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Sign.

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