Los Angeles Architecture Walking Tour, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Architecture Walking Tour
Guide Location: USA » Los Angeles
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 7
Tour Duration: 2 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 4.8 km
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Author: ashley
Los Angeles means many things to many people, but it undoubtedly has some of the most significant architecture in the world. The city of LA was one of the centers of the art deco movement and features a great number of amazing historic houses, monuments, as well as modern buildings. Take this self-guided tour to explore the most famous architecture in Los Angeles.
Tour Stops and Attractions
Fine Arts Building
1) Fine Arts Building
Designed by architects Walker and Eisen and built in 1927, the Fine Arts Building is a beautiful and unique structure in LA. This building was designed in an amazing Romanesque Revival style. The Fine Arts Building became a historic monument in 1974. It has been featured in a number of well-known movies and books.
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US Bank Tower
2) US Bank Tower
Constructed by Pei Cobb Freed & Partners, US Bank Tower has become a true Los Angeles icon. At the time of its completion this 73 floor building was the tallest one built in the 1980s. This structure was built to be able to withstand an 8.3 magnitude earthquake. It has been featured in several popular movies, including "Independence Day" and "Transformers."
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Walt Disney Concert Hall
3) Walt Disney Concert Hall
Walt Disney Concert Hall is undoubtedly a well-recognized architectural landmark in Los Angeles. Designed by Frank Gehry and opened in 2003, this building is the home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. It is famous for its impeccable acoustics, providing an unforgettable musical experience. Walt Disney Concert Hall has been featured in many movies, including "Iron Man” and "Get Smart," and even in the video game "Midnight Club: Los Angeles."
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Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
4) Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is a very impressive building with beautiful architecture. Designed by Spanish architect, Moneo, the cathedral covers 58,000 square feet and has a capacity of 3,000. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels is well-known and recognized for its modern art. The interior is decorated with amazing artworks that are worth seeing.
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Avila Adobe
5) Avila Adobe
Completed in 1818 by Francisco Avila, Avila Adobe is argued to be the oldest house remaining in Los Angeles. This adobe used to be the home of Los Angeles rancher, Don Francisco Avila. The mansion had many spacious rooms with many windows. Today the building has seven rooms left, which are open to public.
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Los Angeles City Hall
6) Los Angeles City Hall
Designed by Austin, Parkinson and Martin, Los Angeles City Hall is a great building that was constructed in 1928. This 32 floor building is the center for LA government. In 1976 Los Angeles City Hall became an historic cultural monument. This building has been featured in "Adventures of Superman," "War of the Worlds," "Dragnet" and many other films and TV shows.
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Bradbury Building
7) Bradbury Building
Completed in 1893, the Bradbury Building is a wonderful architectural landmark in Los Angeles. Today it is home to the Police Department's Internal Affairs division of LA. The building has been featured in a number of science fiction movies and TV programs. The Bradbury Building remains one of the top tourist attractions in LA.
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