Private Cultural Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District in Los Angeles, CA
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Meeting Point: Original Los Angeles Flower Market • Los Angeles, CA 90014
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Overview
Take in the sights and sounds of the Fashion and Flower districts of downtown LA! On this tour, bask in the experience of wading through the beloved local markets, learning about the history of the place that defines the City of Angels, and even get to know the best stores in town to sample the district’s favorite dishes!
Good To Know
- See the best bargains of Los Angeles' Fashion and Flower Districts!
- Tour duration is approximately 3 hours long.
- Suitable for culture vultures of all ages.
- Includes an agua fresca and burrito at a local shop.
- Additional food & drinks are not included.
- This is an exclusive tour with just you, your group and your guide.
- Guests are advised to be wary of counterfeit products when shopping.
- Bring your camera!
Description
On your private cultural walk, you will:
- Visit The Original LA Flower market - a 55,000 square foot warehouse where film, commercial, leisure, and wedding professionals come to buy flowers each day wholesale.
- Indulge in one of the best local takeaway Mexican food spots for lunch, Sonoratown.
- Sip on an 'agua fresca' to refresh yourself before heading into the frenetic pace of the Fashion District.
- Shop in Santee Alley, surrounded by people in the industry looking for the best bargains.
- Find your own deals amongst the trendy apparel, electronics, luggage, perfumes, and accessories all on sale - but beware of counterfeits.
- Your tour ends at Pattern Bar, where you can pop in for a quick drink or indulge in their extensive cocktail list for the rest of your afternoon.
Welcome to the heart of downtown LA - its flower and fashion districts, where local professionals come each day to acquire the gamut of things they may need for their work - from wholesale flower arrangements to off-label clothing for commercials. Enjoy the bustle of it all and imagine your own dream world of working in Hollywood or the OC, while mingling with people who have forged a living out of their unique skills. You will learn about the history of downtown, about the two districts, and about the way immigrant communities have continued to keep downtown thriving since the first Mexican immigrants settled in the area over 500 years ago.
Inclusions:
- Private guide
- An 'agua fresca' and a burrito at a local restaurant stop (1 per person)
Exclusions:
- Additional food and drink
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
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Private Cultural Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District is located at Travel Curious • Meeting Point: Original Los Angeles Flower Market • Los Angeles, CA 90014
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Frequently Asked Questions about Private Cultural Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District
You will be meeting your guide for the Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District at 754 Wall St #40, Los Angeles, CA 90014, or as advised on your e-ticket. Please be at the location 10-15 minutes prior to your tour.
How long is this tour?The Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District is approximately 3 hours.
What does the tour include?This tour includes a drink & burrito at a local resto, a local English-speaking guide, and an expertly guided walking tour. Travel Curious tours are all given in English, but numerous guides may speak other languages. Please call the number provided on your e-ticket to see if they can accommodate any special requests.
What will we see on the Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District?You will be seeing and touring the following areas along the Fashion and Flower Districts of LA: (1) The Original LA Flower market where you can get flowers for wholesale prices (2) Sonoratown, a locally-vouched awesome takeaway Mexican-food spot (3) Santee Alley where the best bargains are found
Is transportation included?This is a family-friendly, guided walking tour. Transportation is not included in the Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District.
Is parking provided?No, but there are multiple parking garages and street parking available near the departure point. There is parking above the Original Los Angeles Flower Market building which charges according to length of stay starting from $2/hr. You can also contact the phone number on your e-ticket to ask for advice on how to get to the departure point via car or public transport.
Are there any age/physical/health/etc. restrictions for this tour?This tour is suitable for all ages. All guests must be at moderate physical fitness as the majority of the Walking Tour of LA’s Fashion District will be spent walking. Accommodations can be made according to need of the guests.
What should I bring?Bring your camera and cash on hand for any other purchases or gratuities (optional)!
What should I wear?Casual clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended.
Will there be other people on the tour?This is a private walking tour, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.
How does Travel Curious ensure the quality of their guides?All tour guides currently active go through a vetting process in which they carry out interviews, check previous reviews and employers references if applicable. More importantly, they make sure that these guides provide an excellent experience for the guests.
