Tour two of L.A.’s largest ethnic neighborhoods, Chinatown and Little Tokyo, with a local guide. Learn the history of Japanese and Chinese immigrants in the city and how current policies affect the residents of these neighborhoods today. A short rail journey is required to get from one neighborhood to the other (rail fare not included).
Local guide
Walking tour
Go into the heart of Chinatown and Little Tokyo
Learn the historical and cultural significance of these neighborhoods
What To Expect
Chinatown
Chinatown Plaza, Chinatown Celestial Dragon, Hop Louie restaurant, Wonder Bakery, East and West Gate
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Foo-Chow Restaurant
Movie location site
• Admission Ticket Free
Wonder Bakery
Artwork by Tyrus Wong
• Admission Ticket Free
Blossom Plaza
Home of LA’s old Little Italy and Italian history
4 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Metro Los Angeles
Ride the Metro Rail between Chinatown and Little Tokyo (rail fare not included)
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Japanese American National Museum
History of Little Tokyo and Japanese Americans
• Admission Ticket Not Included
Koyasan Buddhist Temple
Religions of the Japanese people
• Admission Ticket Not Included
Japanese Village Plaza
Center of Little Tokyo in Los Angeles
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Japanese American Cultural & Community Center
Home of the Nisei festival and Japanese gardens
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Note: The tour ends at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (244 San Pedro Street 90012), which is a two stop Metro Rail ride back to the starting point. Rail fare is not included with price of tour. The guide can point you in the direction.
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Include
Local guide
Exclude
Gratuities
Rail fare between Chinatown and Little Tokyo. Guide can assist with acquisition at time of tour.