23 Things to Do in Downtown Los Angeles
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- 23 Places to Explore in Downtown LA -
Downtown LA has a ton of great spots to see, and in this video, I share 23 of my favorite places. This is just a small sample of what you can do in Downtown LA, be sure to let me know what your favorite spot is in the comments.
Here is a list of the places I visit in this video:
1. The Broad
2. Walt Disney Concert Hall
3. OUE Skyspace
4. Union Station
5. Olvera St
6. Chinatown
7. MOCA
8. Grand Central Market
9. Bradbury Building
10. Angels Flight
11. The Last Bookstore
12. Clifton's Cafeteria
13. Art's District
14. Intercontinental
15. Grammy Museum
16. Smorgasburg
17. Little Tokyo
18. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
19. LA City Hall
20. Grand Park
21. Pershing Square & LA Library
22. Bob Baker Marionette Theater
23. Dodger's Stadium
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Thanks for watching, let me know what other lists you would like to see!
What about a list of stuff to do and places to visit late hours in Los Angeles?, and thank you for the ideas you gave me with this video..
I was gonna ask the late night question too but damn this video was awesome, thanks man
@@elvislemus5696 have you try wisdome la (art exhibition),?.. Also XLanes (bowling/arcade etc).. I usually go late nights .
I wanna know where we can check out the Street Arts in LA, spray paint etc
@@alexcheung658 - Yes do one on the Graffiti and Wall Murals around Los Angeles !
When we visited Los Angeles we used this video as a guide of what to do in L.A. We were able to do about 17 out of the 23 of these things. Thanks for the guide!!!
It’s a 5 year old pre-covid guide man 😂
1. 0:14 - The Broad
2. 0:43 - Walt Disney Concert Hall
3. 1:10 - OUE Skyspace
4. 1:37 - Union Station
5. 1:54 - Olvera St
6. 2:20 - Chinatown
7. 2:38 - MOCA
8. 2:59 - Grand Central Market
9. 3:20 - Bradbury Building
10. 3:38 - Angels Flight
11. 3:59 - The Last Bookstore
12. 4:22 - Clifton's Cafeteria
13. 4:49 - Art's District
14. 5:20 - Intercontinental
15. 5:47 - Grammy Museum
16. 6:26 - Smorgasburg
17. 7:02 - Little Tokyo
18. 7:33 - Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
19. 7:53 - LA City Hall
20. 8:16 - Grand Park
21. 8:39, 8:55 - Pershing Square & LA Library
22. 9:10 - Bob Baker Marionette Theater
23. 9:36 Dodger's Stadium
no...no...no...etc.
16 & 22 are the ones I need to visit. Been to all. I love L.A ❤️
This is what I was looking for in the comments.. thanks. 🤭😁
7notes Staples Center
Thank uuu
Some of the spots here I see almost everyday and not even bother checking them out...
Same tourist list...does he even live in SoCal? Other than Spire 73 don't agree with the list.
You live there? Of course it isnt worth checking out if you see it everyday, lol. This is for people like me who are coming to smoke to weed but could use a few places to check out for free to walk around blazed, lmao.
@@karateflix Ok...but be careful where you walk Downtown. You may step in something unpleasant.
@Kaptain Kid No...I don't agree with it. I know my mother loves me. The question is, does yours????
@MrBigEnchilada You do know you can see a performance inside the Walt Disney Concert Hall (LA Philharmonic)? Also it was designed by famed architect Frank Gehry. Its not everyday you come across a building designed by him.
I've been living in LA for more than 21 years and I did not know most of these places. Great guide!
Finally! A decent not-so-touristy-things-to-do-in-LA video!! Awesome job!
Thanks, I appreciate it!
I followed this guide when i went! Please check out my LA vlog!! Would love for you to subscribe :)
Agree. Lot I didn't know about. Good vid
Came to the comments to say this. Thanks!
All these things are touristy Haha don't do it! Lol
I’ve lived in La my whole life I don’t know shit about these places
Omar Mendoza me too ! lol
Lol
How come he left out going to south LA to the taco truck on 59 and Central
me too lol
really..thats sad
Wow. You just gave me a few TH-cam posibilities. I love L.A. and this video is a hidden gem.
There is more to Los Angeles than just the beaches and Hollywood walk of fame. Glad you were able to show people the hidden beauty of this city.
Or Disney or Hollywood sign lol
Been living in LA for 2 years now and I must admit that i really need to go out and see more of LA. Thanks!
'Instagramable' that's a very important word!
😱
I delivered liquor in Downtown LA for 20 years from the late 60s to the late 80s and I also lived in downtown from 1999 to 2009 you did a good job I know all the places and seen them all many times brings back memories thank you for your video
I love downtown Los Angeles. And the surrounding areas.
if you're from La and haven't explored these places let's go!
Captain Chumbuwumba I’m down if you are!
I'll be there in September 😁
Captain Chumbuwumba I’m down as well 😀
Captain Chumbuwumba I’ll be there end of August
@@callmebyyourname1448 I'll be out there in September too lol for my birthday weekend
This was Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! I am 71 and a native. You took me to so very many NEW places and revisited so many of my favorites. BTW Clifton's open in 1935. I with my parents ate there often starting for me at age 3. Many locations have been in other films than Blade Runner. But I love what you did and have watched twice now. Bravo.
Thank you, I really appreciate that!
You're white though. How are you native?
Is Clifton's even still open????...looks closed Everytime I pass by...
" supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" 😂😂😂
@@wolfmansicario4993 Clifton's has closed the cafeteria portion of the business and is currently closed in order to turn it into a marketplace.
This is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for delivering all this information in a concise manner. You rock! 🤘🏼
Thank you for this great video! I want to check every single places you are talking about. Your voice and speech are really clear. The video is really enjoyable!
You can’t forget the flower/fashion district :)) and Santee Alley it’s fun to splurge on random cheap things there
Dude. I lived in LA for 24 years and I still haven’t checked out some of these spots. Hahaha. Next visit. I’m making a list. Thanks for the tips. 😎👍🏽
Glad I could show you some new spots!
They're tearing most of LA down to gentrify and add these new places constantly
I live there for 18 years and couldn't wait to get the hell out of the hell hole.
@@californiathroughmylens IF YOU CAN AVOID THE LIBERALS THAT RUINED CAN'TAFFORDYA I'D RECOMMEND THE REAL L A LANDSCAPE , THE HOMELESS !!!!!
@@mrHoppedupford ok.... good for you I think...
Growing up and living in LA you forget how amazing our home is. Thanks for giving me some new places to check out, I’ve been to most of your recommendations but there’s a few new ones you’ve open my eyes to. 👍🏽
The ramen spot you mentioned is amazing also the intercontinental is absolutely beautiful and the food was A+ with the best view in Los Angeles.
Kendall J thanks for the comment! I agree the InterContinental and ramen are both epic. Glad you found some new places to check out!
Kendall J Foreals I didn't know about these spots in downtown LA.
Intercontinental is by far an amazing hotel best views in Los Angeles. Great spot to take a date. Best sushi in Los Angeles is crazy rocking sushi on Labrea and Santa Monica Blvd.
The sky bar?
@@eliokyle8000 if you think that's the best sushi your crazy it's just a chain restraunt its litterally everywhere
Love this one. I love how u edit your stuff. Packed with info and never unnecessarily too long
Thanks so much for this video!! I have now a whole day planned from your suggestions. Cheers
Love this! I live in San Diego and love coming up to LA. Glad I've got all these new places to explore
The Getty
LA Zoo
The Pike/Aquarium of the pacific in LB
California Donuts
Venice/ Venice Canals
Santa Fe Swap Meet
Universal Studios/City walk
Universal Overlook (at night)
Los Angeles Arboretum
The Grove
Signal Hill
San Pedro fish market
(Some are not in DTLA, but in the LA area)
THANK YOU ♥
Noho District
Decansco Gardens
Ventura Blvd
Santa Anita Track and Mall
Huntington Library
La Brea Pitts, Museum
Hammer Museum, Science Museum
LA Fairgrounds Trains
Simon Museum
Palos Verdes to Manhattan Beach Walk.
Travel Town
Skip dodger stadium and go to griffith observatory. It's not in downtown but it's close.
WHILE U R IN BEAUTIFUL L.A. SNIFF THAT FRESH SMOGY AIR AND DEAL WITH THAT NICE EVERY DAY TRAFFIC.CHECK IT OUT FOLKS.
Or the Getty’s museum
um, "close" if you go after traffic dies down..but then it would be closed anyway...
Never skip the Dodger stadium, how dare you
Yeah skip it especially with security guard Gary who like to pick on disabled customer s.
This is the best vídeo to know what to do in LA. Thanks for sharing!
best video i have seen!!! totally new things i didnt know of and i have lived in LA my whole life!
Thank you, I appreciate that!
alicia arroyo same
I occasionally take my English students around DTLA, and you covered everywhere I take them, plus.
I will definitely be checking out Smorgasborg next time.
Thanks!
Thanks for taking the time to give us a list of great places to see! It's fabulous!
I love your videos! We are very frugal and have little kids so I love that you include things that are almost free, food related, and easy to walk around. The kids would love these places.
Just stumbled upon this video, great job! Thank you for uploading
I just did some of your recommendations for San Diego and it was amazing. Can’t wait to go to LA. You just got a new subscriber. Thanks!
Thanks for subscribing!
Fantastic Guide! I can't wait to go and see the places I've not been to before! Great that you added things about parking and wait times for some of the places. I wish every city had a video guide like this. Very well done!
Great video we took some of your suggestions and made a day of it. We still have so much more to see. Thanks for making our daytrip to LA a focused and enjoyable one.👏
great video. I lived in LA when i was in College and i never knew most of the places. which makes me sad, but happy cause i have a reason to go back to.
Awesome video and recommendations! I live in the area and will definitely check out some of the places during the winter break! Thank you!
Thank you! The format of this video is perfect. Concise commentary and videos that really show how the place looks like
Nice vlog. Thanks for mentioning Union Station which is beautiful and one of our favorite LA locations
Wow this was so helpful! Best ‘Things to do in LA’ video I’ve watched so far!!
Thanks, I appreciate that
A lot of great places! I just moved here to LA and now I have an amazing list to choose from. Thanks for making this video!
The monthly downtown art walk is another great event. Happens first Thursday of every month. Lots of artist selling their stuff but also attracts tons of food trucks and great for people watching.
Awesome videos. Keep them going. Over 10 minutes is good as long as the content is good which it always is from you.
Wow.... I wish I could subscribe twice.. I’ve watched 29 videos today and probably 200 overall. Yours by far is the best!! Straight to the point, clean, with gentle music. Just perfect. I’ll definitely be sharing your video and subscribing!
TheBritFix thanks for the nice comment! I am so glad the video was one of the most helpful ones! I appreciate the subscribe!
TheBritFix totally understand really like his explanation
TheBritFix you re so cute
TheBritFix that's what I said it was breathe taking
I followed this guide when i went! Please check out my LA vlog!! Would love for you to subscribe :)
For all you saying "yOu LeFt ThIs tHiNg oUt!" Los Angeles is so absolutely massive and jampacked that it would take literal days to list every single thing this town has to offer. And that wouldn't even include the Greater L.A. area outside of the city lines. OR even acknowledging Orange County, which has EVEN MORE crazy shit.
this is just DTLA tho
Expect to be spending a ton of time in the car tho.
And that the arts district is the number one reason for gentrification in Los Angeles
And the cathedral is not old
Best and most diverse city in the world by far 😎
Thank you so much 💕 We've been pulling our hair searching for places to take my cousin without stretching the budget.
Not mentioned yet:
-Biltmore Hotel
-Bonaventure Hotel
-the oldest church bldg of the city at El Puebo de Los Angeles
-spotting of stuff like:
--murals, -fountains, -theaters on Broadway,
-free concerts in the summer
-a hidden, rooftop, Japanese garden at a hotel
how do you get up there
whats the hidden rooftop?
Roe C. : Double tree Hilton hotel
Where can we find the japanese garden?
Maria Angela Kara Butalid : the Double Tree Hilton , take the elevator to garden level.
Increíble video!!! Gracias por todas las recomendaciones. 💕👍
Thank you! Thank youuuuu! next week i´m going to Los Angeles with my family and your video was so useful!
No problem, hope you had fun exploring!
I'm from LA & never knew of these places. Can't wait to try. Thank youuuuu💕
You just mad my vacation jam packed with things to do!!!
I live in LA and you did an awesome job with your list
Great suggestions. Everything seems amazing!!!
I've seen a lot of recommendations of places to visit in LA, but yours is definitely the best, loved your video! Can't wait to check out some of these spots😊
Dude! This is awsome. The information and your narration on point. Thank you so much.🙏
Great video! Very informative and fun. Host has very friendly knowledgeable vibe. Thanks!
This was so great! Thank you for the suggestions. I've been to LA before but haven't been to the Downtown area so will be checking out these spots when I'm back in June :)
No problem, thanks for the comment!
This was wonderful !!! I've lived here many years and was impressed with all the new attractions I didn't know about !!! Can't wait to check them out. !!!
Really great video. You feature some amazing sites that have us wanting to revisit LA even more. Thanks!
This was a very useful video. I enjoy your channel and the stuff you guys put out. Gives me some good ideas of stuff to explore around town. Thanks. Keep up the good work.
More than I saw in 30 years of watching TV. Thanks !
Happy to help!
I have been here for 7 years and never heard of many of the cool things your show! thanks!!! keep at it man
Wonderful. I have been visiting LA many times, and I can say I still have more to see bec of your video. Thank you.
Excelent work man,TY!
Kudos, my friend, for an excellent video on L.A.'s attractions. Great cinematography!
I'm a long time Angeleno. You've done a superb job with this list! Thanks!!!
Great job. I lived in DTLA for eight years, and over time I bicycled to pretty much each stop on your list. Watching your video was a nice trio down Memory Lane Thank you.
So happy to have ran across this video. You got a new subscriber :)
Thanks for the comment and for subscribing!
I followed this guide when i went! Please check out my LA vlog!! Would love for you to subscribe :)
Im going to LA next month and this is the best video for giving me an idea thanks bro !
Greetings from NY keep going nice videos
How was it
rocallen204 Cool so unique and thanks for asking have a nice day ! 🙏🏻
Awesome video man great recommendations really appreciate you putting this together 👍 !
WOW, so many places to visit, thanks for this informative video.
Very cool. Coming to L.A. in Aug. Definitely will do this tour. Now I have to go back and find addresses you show. Thanks buddy!
Excellent presentation. I was born in Riverside California but moved to the east coast at Age 4. I have not returned but plan to in a few years. Great list of things to do!
Love this video! I’ve lived in LA for a long time and I’ve done most of this stuff but the 2-3 things I haven’t done are worth the checkout ! Thanks for taking your time on this and love the way it was filmed and put together
City hall is a great place to celebrate New Years! Amazing live music, DJ sets,and great food
nice video i live in LA and didn't know about some of these places
AMBITIETEUX No I've lived in la my whole life and the people usually talking bad about la are the ones from other states
Honestly same
AMBITIETEUX some areas. For the most part, it’s decent. Traffic and parking is probably the worst thing for places like this.
AMBITIETEUX Nah they just hate LA cuz we get a lot of attention. LA is an awesome place!
Victor Fundoo I live in here too!!... y no conozco esos lugares...
Vamos juntos a conoserlos.😉😀
We're headed there in mid-August for a day and a half stay and were wondering what to do. Thank you for an articulate well thought out list of interesting things that aren't the usual tourist stuff. There are so many to choose from, we'll try to cram several into our short stay. Great job and you have a great voice and tempo for videos!!
Try for one or two! Remember traffic and parking takes a good long while!
Love love love this video.
Amazing tips
Thanks
Super koo video.... very informative!!... I appreciate ur time!.. Thank u🙏
That first Hollywood sign reveal was awesome!
Going to LA this weekend and I'm actually excited to have ran across this video. We're looking for things to do outside of the main tourist attractions and man this is it! Thanks!
No problem, have fun!
Thank you for sharing! This is awesome!
Thank you for this... so wonderful 👍🏻
I'am from San Diego. We also have great places to discover. But recently I visited Los Angeles and really enjoyed my stay! I recommend J. Paul Getty's Art Museum! 😍
omg! I have lived here in California and I'm amazed at all the new things I can look forward to doing. I enjoyed this video. you were fast and I loved the tone of your voice. thank you
The tone of his voice 🥰
Bro! This video is incredible! Thanks for the great recommendations!
This video gave me as well as everybody else a good insight on what to do in LA prior of visiting! Especially if people who aren't familiar with the coming attractions as well as not based what they hear/see on different types of outputs that's sometimes false. It gives them an idea on what to expect and not be surprised. Can't wait for a lot more on what LA has to offer! Please come up with a whole lot more placers (I think 23 would be enough for now) if you can! Thank you!
Love this, thank you...!!
Thanks for the comment!
Gracias!!!!!!! Recién viajaré a LA lugares muy atractivos y originales, muy buena elección 👍👌
Great video.
I haven’t even seen half the video yet and I’m loving the recommendations.
Well done
Thanks for share wonderful places. Amazing!!!
I love LA !!! Great things to do & visit !!!!
An AMAZING video! Thank you! I lived in LA all my life and had no idea half of these places existed 😂
Not trying to be obnoxious but you just stated that you lived in LA all your life. So does it mean that you are currently not alive or am i chatting with a ghost?
what an awesome blend of very touristy things and small unique finds. thank you!
Awesome selection!! Thank you!.....Sharing it with all my friends.
Again, Very useful! Can't thank you enough!
No problem!
That awesome feeling of accomplishment when u know you've visited some of these places😎😎 I would also recommend visiting LACMA the museum in downtown LA, and definitely GRIFFITH PARK to spot and look over the whole city of LA
Wow man this is by far the best video I saved majority of the tips and can’t wait to visit them. Thank u so much
This is so useful, thank you very much! I am a native and still struggle on giving people suggestions. This is awesome. Even gave some to my teenager. Great job.
I’ve lived in Los Angeles my entire life and haven’t been to most of these. Thank you!
No problem!
Awesome list. LA can easily become a series there’s soooo much . Great job
Yes you can say that again
This is great! Thanks! I'll be going to LA in May and this gives me some ideas!