Best of Downtown Los Angeles by luxury e-bike
From exquisite mosaics and art deco design at the Federal Building and Union Station to historical artifacts at Ávila Adobe, the oldest residence in the city of Los Angeles. From the largest art colony in the world to gritty graffiti back alleys, pop up flea markets and the monumental helical bike ramp of the Sixth Street Viaduct. Immerse yourself in the colorful cacophony of the Fashion District, the Piñata District and Santee Alley then get some calm 'helmet time' amidst Elysian Park's wide, palm lined trails with sweeping views of Dodger Stadium and the San Gabriel Mountains. We’ll hit four DIstricts (Arts, Fashion, Piñata and Brewery) three Parks (Glassell, Cypress and Elysian) three Towns (Chinatown, Dogtown, Frogtown) plus Lincoln Heights and Atwater Village. Let's Ride!
Overview
From exquisite mosaics and art deco design at the Federal Building and Union Station to historical artifacts at Ávila Adobe, the oldest residence in the city of Los Angeles. From the largest art colony in the world to gritty graffiti back alleys, pop up flea markets and the monumental helical bike ramp of the Sixth Street Viaduct. Immerse yourself in the colorful cacophony of the Fashion District, the Piñata District and Santee Alley then get some calm 'helmet time' amidst Elysian Park's wide, palm lined trails with sweeping views of Dodger Stadium and the San Gabriel Mountains. We’ll hit four DIstricts (Arts, Fashion, Piñata and Brewery) three Parks (Glassell, Cypress and Elysian) three Towns (Chinatown, Dogtown, Frogtown) plus Lincoln Heights and Atwater Village. Let's Ride!
Itinerary
Our local guide will meet you at our office, a dedicated bike bungalow in adorable Atwater Village, an easy walkable neighborhood known for its cafe scene and artisanal shopping. We'll introduce you to your ebike and get you acquainted (yes all the ebikes have names!) and fitted with safety gear.
15 minutesWe head off into quiet residential streets and enter the LA River at the new car-free "Red Car Pedestrian Bridge", so named after the legendary Red Car Rail Trolleys that rumbled over the L.A. River at the same spot more than 60 years ago. We'll also learn about our beloved LA River, the lifeblood of Los Angeles throughout its early history, providing essential water for life in this arid region. Without this river, LA would have never existed. We’ll be standing under the Hyperion Bridge, a replica of which stands in Disneyland. Walt Disney lived 5mins away in Los Feliz where he created Mickey Mouse in his Aunt and Uncle's garage. He later had his first studio here in Silver Lake and was a regular at the Tam O’Shanter (Table 31) right here in Atwater Village. Built in the late 1920s and early 1930s, the bridge is designated as a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument.
10 minutesThis new, bright orange, bike-walk bridge with its distinctive open frame box style is located in the eight-mile-long, relatively natural Glendale Narrows stretch of the river. Measuring 400 ft long, 20 foot wide it features two cantilevered viewing platforms - called belvederes - with expansive north and south views and is designed exclusively for pedestrians and bicyclists, connecting the Elysian Valley and Cypress Park neighborhoods. Taylor Yard Bikeway and Pedestrian Bridge is one of three pedestrian crossings recently erected along the LA River as part of the Los Angeles’ River Revitalization Master Plan. This crossing will eventually connect to the Taylor Yard G2 River Park, a new, sustainable recreational greenspace to be built on the 42-acre site adjacent to the river known as the G2 parcel.
5 minutesWe’ll weave our way through a maze of gritty back alleys and traffic tunnels, past a backstreet pop up flea market.
20 minutesWheeeee! Here’s our first spiral staircase, over the 5 freeway.
Skirt the edges of Dogtown to the Brewery District.
5 minutesThe Brewery Arts Complex (also known as the Brewery Art Colony) in Los Angeles has been called the largest live-and-work artists colony in the world. The 16-acre compound sits on twenty-one former warehouses and includes a former Edison power plant chimney dating to 1903, work studios, living lofts, restaurants and galleries.[1] The Brewery is home to practitioners of artistic media that include painting, sculpture, photography, music, industrial design, architecture and experimental new media. More than 100 of the studios are open to the public during the twice-yearly Brewery Art Walk
15 minutesThe Stronghold sits within the 23-acre Brewery Artist Lofts Complex, a three-decades-old artist community housed in an old Pabst Brewing facility and the older California Edison Los Angeles Steam Power Plant.
5 minutesThis tiered arch bridge - referred to as the “Ribbon of Light” -pays homage in its design to the original 1932 bridge, which had two pairs of iconic arches over the LA River section of the structure and appeared in countless films, television shows, music videos, and commercials. The new bridge employs a series of 10 pairs of sculptural arches with the tallest pairs placed adjacent to and framing the LA River where the original arches stood and another taller pair span US101 as a gateway on the east. We access the bridge by swirling up a monumental helical bike ramp. Wheeeeee!! A new 12-acre public park running below the bridge, accessible by multiple stairways and the helical bike ramp, provides access to much-needed recreational fields with restrooms and café, the LA River, public art, and a programmed arts plaza.
10 minutesWe'll take a coffee break at one of the cafes along Mateo Street.
20 minutesthe Row DTLA
Located at the intersection of Fashion District, Skid Row, and the Arts District, The Row is a mixed-use development comprising 100 retail stores, restaurants, and 1.3 million square feet (120,000 m²) of commercial workspace spans over 30 acres. The 7th Street Produce Market, which is an open-air wholesale produce market that was established in 1917, occupies a 5-acre (2.0 ha) area within ROW DTLA. Every Sunday the marketplace is converted into Smorgasburg – a free food market.
10 minutesAnyone for pupusas? Tacos? We'll stop for street food lunch. Maybe also try traditional fermented Mexican beverages Tepache (made from the peel and the rind of pineapples) or Pulque (made from agave plants)
20 minutesFashion District
The LA Fashion District is the West Coast hub of the apparel industr
5 minutesThe Santee Alley
Known as “a bargain hunter's paradise”, Santee Alley is LA's legendary open-air corridor of 150+ retailers, from electronics and equipment to food and knock off fashion. A thrilling cacophony of sunglasses, sneaker, t shirts, suits, sequins, soda and salsa!
20 minutesLos Angeles State Historic Park
Standing sentry at the imposing Federal Building are two exquisite mosaic murals "Celebration of our Homeland" and “"Recognition of All Foreign Lands", both 26 foot tall.
10 minutesEl Pueblo de Los Angeles
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument marks the place where 44 settlers of Native American, African and European heritage arrived from Mexico in 1781 and founded the village that grew into one of the world’s greatest cities.
5 minutesCalle Olvera
This colorful Mexican Marketplace features huarache sandals, embroidered blouses and woven blankets, while mariachi music brings locals out to dance on the plaza. Commonly known by its Spanish name Calle Olvera, this is a historic pedestrian street in El Pueblo de Los Ángeles, the historic center of Los Angeles.
20 minutesAvila Adobe
The Ávila Adobe, built in 1818 by Francisco Ávila, is the oldest standing residence in the city of Los Angeles, California. Avila Adobe is located in the paseo of historic Olvera Street, a part of the Los Angeles Plaza Historic District, a California State Historic Park. The building itself is registered as California Historical Landmark, while the entire historic district is both listed on the National Register of Historic Places and as a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument.
15 minutesLos Angeles State Historic Park
A 32-acre California State Park in the heart of Los Angeles that is set at the midway point of an evolving 52-mile Los Angeles River greenway, and is considered a catalyst for the River Revitalization Movement.
15 minutesUnion Station
Widely regarded as “the last of the great train stations” with its decadent art deco design, Union Station first opened in May 1939, and is the largest passenger rail terminal in the Western United States. Dozens of films & TV shows have shot here including Blade Runner, Catch Me If You Can, Pearl Harbour, Dark Knight, Speed and Euphoria.
10 minutesChinatown
Twin golden dragons adorn the Chinatown Gateway Monument, welcoming visitors to the first Chinatown in the U.S. owned by Chinese residents. Shops and street vendors along Broadway sell fresh produce, straw hats, toys, housewares and more. You’ll see art around every corner, including the famed “Dragon Chasing Pearl” mural, a statue of martial arts star Bruce Lee and art galleries. The original Chinatown developed in the late 19th century, and was demolished to make room for Union Station, the city's major ground-transportation center. This neighborhood and commercial center, referred to as "New Chinatown," opened for business in 1938 and includes restaurants, shops, and art galleries, but also has a residential neighborhood
10 minutesElysian Park
The city's oldest park, founded in 1886, has sweeping views of Dodger Stadium, San Gabriel Mountains, Los Angeles and out to the Pacific Ocean.
25 minutesElysian Valley - known as Frogtown - is a hidden gem of creative energy in Los Angeles brimming with bike paths, art studios and restaurants.
10 minutesWe'll come home via the LA River and the Red Car Bridge.
Home Sweet Home - congratulations on an epic ride!
5 minutes
Location
Address
3306 Glendale Blvd #2, Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Bicycle use
Exclusions
- Lunch
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guide Languages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
German
French
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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