Los Angeles sometimes feels like a “new” city. We often bulldoze historic sites to put up something newer and more modern. But if you look hard enough you can find some truly interesting relics of the past. These places have been around for nearly a ...
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Since 1917!
Grand Central Market
Opened in 1901 and closed in 1969 due to redevelopment, it was reassembled in its current location in 1996. Costs $1.50 to ride.
Angels Flight Railway
Since 1908! They’re planning to close for good, so you’d better get your French Dip quick!
Cole's French Dip
This one is only 98 years old, but they’re still going strong!
Philippe The Original
They don’t do much, but they do it well! Est. 1947
The Apple Pan
Since 1934! Great restaurants, gourmet grocers, shopping, and live music.
Farmers Market L.A.
Since 1918! Don’t miss this one of a kind venue.
Million Dollar Theater
A gorgeous venue, operating since 1926.
The Belasco
A unique boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Culver City. Opened in 1924. The gorgeous lobby has a great bar and restaurant. The rooms are recently renovated, and oddly shaped. Famously, the munchkins from the Wizard of Oz all stayed here during ...
The Culver Hotel
Opened in 1899, this burial site is the final resting place of many notable VIPs and celebs - including Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, and Rudolph Valentino, and musicians like Johnny Ramone and Chris Cornell. Other notable graves include those of Mel ...
Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Olvera Street is considered the birthplace of Los Angeles. The street was revitalized in the 1930’s and is home to restaurants, shops, and historic museums.
Calle Olvera
Settled in the early 1900’s, Little Tokyo is home to a vibrant Japanese cultural district. Restaurants, shopping, museums.
Little Tokyo Historic District (U.S. National Park Service)
Completed in 1909. An art deco masterpiece!
The Gamble House
This carousel was built in 1922!
Looff Hippodrome
Built in 1905 - now home to a couple of restaurants and easy beach access (with beach rentals, nearby).
The Malibu Pier | History
Visit the Rose Bowl in Pasadena - it’s been there since 1922! Their monthly flea market features over 2500 vendors. Catch a football game or a concert.
