• Chinatown - Explore the origins of Chinatown dating back to the 1850s and its growth in the 1930s, while enjoying some of the most delicious handmade dumplings and baked goods.
• El Pueblo de Los Angeles - Uncover the birthplace of Los Angeles, its rich history of free speech and political activism, and admire its stunning Victorian architecture.
• Olvera Street - Experience one of Los Angeles’ oldest and most culturally significant streets, featuring merchants whose families have been running their stalls since the 1930s.
• America Tropical Interpretive Center - View one of Los Angeles’ most controversial murals from 1932 and discover the captivating story of the Mexican artist behind it.
• Union Station - Known as “the last of the great train stations,” this architectural gem from 1939 is sure to impress architecture enthusiasts.
• Los Angeles Terminal Annex Post Office - This grand postal building, designed in the Spanish Colonial Revival / Mission Revival style, showcases eleven fascinating WPA-era murals.

• Interpretation of stunning, impactful public art and architecture
• History of the oldest section of LA and the city’s founding
• A local’s insight into historic Chinatown and Olvera Street
• Lunch
• Film and literary history of downtown LA

• Drinks
• Tour guide gratuity (15-20% is recommended)

Discover the origins of Los Angeles while savoring a diverse array of culinary delights. Delve into the history of the city’s oldest area and admire its remarkable public art and architecture, including the stunning Union Station, several WPA frescoes, and one of the 20th century’s most infamous murals.

Wander through the delightful Olvera Street and historic Chinatown, enjoying some of the city’s finest dumplings, sandwiches, pizza, and traditional Chinese pastries at five notable, family or independently-owned eateries.

This 3-hour tour is perfect for both locals and visitors, and is an ideal activity for birthday celebrations, bachelor or bachelorette parties, or team-building events. It is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans; for those with plant-based or gluten-free diets, please consider our LA Taco Tour instead.

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Please note: drinks are not included, and a gratuity for the tour guide (15-20% recommended) is not covered.

• Not recommended for vegetarians, vegans, or those with gluten-free diets; please take our Los Angeles Taco Tour instead, which is ideal for those with plant-based and gluten-free diets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.