Little Tokyo Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Los Angeles City Hall
Completed in the early 20th century, this building houses the mayor’s office and meeting chambers of the Los Angeles City Council.
Ahmanson Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Ahmanson Theatre during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
Relics of a 3rd-century Roman martyr, an impressive organ and glorious stained-glass windows are among the features of this modern masterpiece.
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
One of the largest performing arts centers in the U.S. welcomes the Los Angeles Opera along, dance recitals and comedy acts to its auditorium.
Japanese Village Plaza
Try Japanese street snacks and purchase Hello Kitty souvenirs for your family in this spot known as the Gateway to Little Tokyo.
Japanese American National Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Japanese American National Museum during your travels in Los Angeles. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Activities
Los Angeles: Natural History Museum of LA Entry Ticket
Hollywood: Get Your Own Star on the Walk of Fame Experience
Los Angeles: Hollywood & Celebrity Homes Open-Air Bus Tour
Echo Park Lake: Swan Pedal Boat Rental
LA: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour
Los Angeles: Mulholland Trail Horseback Riding Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Little Tokyo
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Broadway Theater District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
Silver Lake
Lake views, live music and theatres are just a few things travellers enjoy about Silver Lake. Check out Melrose Avenue or Mattachine Steps while you're exploring the area.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Los Feliz
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at Griffith Park or Hollywood Boulevard.
Commerce
Commerce is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Citadel Outlets or Commerce Casino.
Hollywood
Travellers love Hollywood for its popular shops, and you can see more of Los Angeles by jumping on the metro at Hollywood - Vine Station or Hollywood - Highland Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hollywood Walk of Fame and Hollywood Palladium.
- Places of interest
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- Los Angeles City Hall
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
- Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
- Japanese Village Plaza
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Crypto.com Arena
- Venice Beach
- Los Angeles Convention Center
- University of Southern California
- Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Santa Monica Beach
- Kia Forum
- Dodger Stadium
- SoFi Stadium
- Hollywood Boulevard
- The Grove
- Santa Monica Pier
- Universal CityWalk