Overview
Your bike tour begins at the iconic Grand Central Market and features the highlights of Downtown Los Angeles. We narrate the different eras of Los Angeles as we ride through Grand Park, to Broadway’s classic theaters, The Broad and MOCA Art Museums, Bradbury Building, Music Center, Disney Concert Hall, Union Station, and City Hall.
We break at Olvera Street, with time to wander L.A.’s oldest neighborhood and marketplace. This tour visits the top 10 tourist destinations, and hidden gems, of DTLA. Our guides focus on history and cultural narration, with a little true crime and movie industry lore on an easy, 2.5 hour bike ride.
We return to Grand Central Market in time for lunch. Taking our bike tour is the best way to see the many attractions of downtown, in a short period of time, without the hassle of parking and traffic. The bike ride is designed for casual bike riders, with much of the tour in bike lanes. If you want to see and learn a lot in a few hours this is the tour for you.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Use of bicycle
Use of helmet
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Look for our sidewalk signage at the Hill St. entrance to Grand Central Market.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Bring sunscreen, water and comfortable clothing for cycling
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• Minimum age is 15 years
• Arrive 10-15 minutes early
• Not wheelchair accessible
What to expect
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Angels Flight Railway
5 min
Just across the street from our meeting place, this 1901 funicular book ends the Historic Core and More Tour, we start at the base, and finish the tour at the top. Your guide will explain the history and how to ride this icon of DTLA.
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Grand Central Market
5 min
Our home base is DTLA's most popular destination, filled with over 40 food and beverage vendors. It is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast or lunch pre/post tour.
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Bradbury Building
5 min
Built in 1893 this beautiful Victorian Era building is best known for its filming, The Artist, 500 Days of Summer and Bladerunner were all filmed here. We park the bikes and go inside to admire the iron work and birdcage elevator! You won't get that opportunity on a bus tour.
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Los Angeles
10 min
We'll visit Crypto Arena, home of the LA Lakers, Sparks, and LA Kings. Located right next door to LA Live Sports and Entertainment Complex it is where LA comes to watch professional sports, and also home to the Grammy Museum. Star Plaza features larger than life bronze statues of stars like Kobe, Magic and Shaq among others. Right next door LA's Graffiti Towers at Ocean Wide Plaza are viewable for the near future.
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City Hall
5 min
Seat of City government and a popular filming location you'll recognize it from TV and film. Plus it is right next store to the courthouse where OJ Simpson's trial of the century took place among others.
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The Last Bookstore
5 min
California's largest book store with book sculpture inside it anchors the Historic Core neighborhood, once home to the west coast's banking industry, now these stately former banks are being converted into unique lofts.
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Calle Olvera
15 min
The founding site of Los Angeles, with many of it's buildings dating to the early 1800's. We take a break here for an opportunity to pick up some souvenirs in the market place, or enjoy and Aguas Frescas.
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Union Station
5 min
Walk through this fully restored, gorgeous, 1939 classic train station. Catch the Pacific Surfliner for a day trip to Santa Barbara or San Diego, local lines to Hollywood and Pasadena plus the bus plaza, your guide will explain it all.
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Walt Disney Concert Hall
5 min
Frank Gehry's masterpiece concert hall, your guide will describe the building quirks, secrets and current uses of this magnificent performing arts venue.
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Gloria Molina Grand Park
15 min
LA's green space and event destination, we ride the length of the park, while narrating park events and surrounding municipal buildings.
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Los Angeles Theatre
3 min
One of several vintage theaters of Broadway, this is where stars like Charlie Chaplin came to open a picture during the heyday of Hollywood. Now they're being used for filming, special events, or being converted to retail palaces.
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The Broad
5 min
Who is Eli Broad and what is everyone waiting for in that perpetual line out front? One of two free art museums on Grand Avenue, the center for LA's icons of Arts and Culture.
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Cecil hotel
5 min
Hear the macabre history of LA's haunted hotel that has garnered not one, but two, Netflix true crime documentaries.
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Spring Street Federal Courthouse
10 min
Part of the Civic Center neighborhood, we'll ride by icons of film and history like City Hall, LAPD Headquarters and the criminal courthouse.
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Handlebar Bike Tours
5 min
Our home base is the perfect place for pre/post ride meal and our guides are going to give you the tips and tricks to navigate the busy Grand Central Market.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Historic Core and More Downtown Los Angeles Bike Tour
Can I cancel Historic Core and More Downtown Los Angeles Bike Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Look for our sidewalk signage at the Hill St. entrance to Grand Central Market.
What's included?
- Local guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Use of bicycle
- Use of helmet
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits Angels Flight Railway, Grand Central Market, Bradbury Building, City Hall, The Last Bookstore, Calle Olvera, Union Station, Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Handlebar Bike Tours LLC
