Los Angeles

Downtown Los Angeles Bike Tour

5.0(80 reviews)
2h 30minFree cancellation

Description

See all of downtown Los Angeles in under 3 hours on an easy, fun bike tour roundtrip from Grand Central Market. Learn the history of Los Angeles as we ride to Crypto Arena, Grand Park, Broadway’s classic theaters, The Broad and MOCA Art Museums, Bradbury Building, Music Center, Disney Concert Hall, Union Station, and City Hall. We break at Olvera Street, with time to wander L.A.’s oldest neighborhood. We visit the top 10 tourist destinations, and hidden gems, of DTLA. Our guides focus on history, architecture, current events, restaurant recommendations, with a little true crime and movie industry lore. Handlebar Bike Tours, in business since 2017, is the best way to see the historic and cultural heart of Los Angeles. The bike ride is designed for casual bike riders, with much of the tour in bike lanes. If you want to see bucket list icons and filming locations in a few hours this is the tour for you. E-bike upgrade available.

Highlights

  • Likely to Sell Out
  • Small Group
  • Mountain Bike Tours
  • Bike Tours
  • Cultural Tours
  • Historical Tours
  • Excellent Quality
  • Short term availability
  • Weather Dependent - Moderate
  • Private and Luxury

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Use of bicycle
  • Use of helmet

Not included

  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Just across the street from our meeting place, this 1901 fun

    Just across the street from our meeting place, this 1901 funicular book ends the Historic Core and More Tour, we start at the base, and finish the tour at the top. Your guide will explain the history and how to ride this icon of DTLA.

    5 minAdmission not included
  2. 2

    Our home base is DTLA's most popular destination, filled wit

    Our home base is DTLA's most popular destination, filled with over 40 food and beverage vendors. It is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast or lunch pre/post tour.

    5 min
  3. 3

    Built in 1893 this beautiful Victorian Era building is best

    Built in 1893 this beautiful Victorian Era building is best known for its filming, The Artist, 500 Days of Summer and Bladerunner were all filmed here. We park the bikes and go inside to admire the iron work and birdcage elevator! You won't get that opportunity on a bus tour.

    5 min
  4. 4

    We'll visit Crypto Arena, home of the LA Lakers, Sparks, and

    We'll visit Crypto Arena, home of the LA Lakers, Sparks, and LA Kings. Located right next door to LA Live Sports and Entertainment Complex it is where LA comes to watch professional sports, and also home to the Grammy Museum. Star Plaza features larger than life bronze statues of stars like Kobe, Magic and Shaq among others. Right next door LA's Graffiti Towers at Ocean Wide Plaza are viewable for the near future.

    10 min
  5. 5

    Seat of City government and a popular filming location you'l

    Seat of City government and a popular filming location you'll recognize it from TV and film. Plus it is right next store to the courthouse where OJ Simpson's trial of the century took place among others.

    5 min
  6. 6

    California's largest book store with book sculpture inside i

    California's largest book store with book sculpture inside it anchors the Historic Core neighborhood, once home to the west coast's banking industry, now these stately former banks are being converted into unique lofts.

    Pass by, no stop
  7. 7

    The founding site of Los Angeles, with many of it's building

    The founding site of Los Angeles, with many of it's buildings dating to the early 1800's. We take a break here for an opportunity to pick up some souvenirs in the market place, or enjoy and Aguas Frescas.

    15 min
  8. 8

    Walk through this fully restored, gorgeous, 1939 classic tra

    Walk through this fully restored, gorgeous, 1939 classic train station. Catch the Pacific Surfliner for a day trip to Santa Barbara or San Diego, local lines to Hollywood and Pasadena plus the bus plaza, your guide will explain it all.

    5 min
  9. 9

    Frank Gehry's masterpiece concert hall, your guide will desc

    Frank Gehry's masterpiece concert hall, your guide will describe the building quirks, secrets and current uses of this magnificent performing arts venue.

    5 min
  10. 10

    LA's green space and event destination, we ride the length o

    LA's green space and event destination, we ride the length of the park, while narrating park events and surrounding municipal buildings.

    15 min
  11. 11

    One of several vintage theaters of Broadway, this is where s

    One of several vintage theaters of Broadway, this is where stars like Charlie Chaplin came to open a picture during the heyday of Hollywood. Now they're being used for filming, special events, or being converted to retail palaces.

    3 min
  12. 12

    Who is Eli Broad and what is everyone waiting for in that pe

    Who is Eli Broad and what is everyone waiting for in that perpetual line out front? One of two free art museums on Grand Avenue, the center for LA's icons of Arts and Culture.

    5 min
  13. 13

    Hear the macabre history of LA's haunted hotel that has garn

    Hear the macabre history of LA's haunted hotel that has garnered not one, but two, Netflix true crime documentaries.

    5 min
  14. 14

    Part of the Civic Center neighborhood, we'll ride by icons o

    Part of the Civic Center neighborhood, we'll ride by icons of film and history like City Hall, LAPD Headquarters and the criminal courthouse.

    10 min
  15. 15

    Our home base is the perfect place for pre/post ride meal an

    Our home base is the perfect place for pre/post ride meal and our guides are going to give you the tips and tricks to navigate the busy Grand Central Market.

    5 min
  16. 16

    LA's central green space where we do our celebrating, New ye

    LA's central green space where we do our celebrating, New years Eve, fourth of July Etc. We'll ride through the park, on car free foot paths.

    15 minAdmission included
  17. 17

    Vintage theaters of Broadway built for the Vaudeville era an

    Vintage theaters of Broadway built for the Vaudeville era and repurposed as movie palaces for the heyday of Hollywood.

    15 minAdmission not included
  18. 18

    Anchor to the Music center and home of the L.A. Opera. Learn

    Anchor to the Music center and home of the L.A. Opera. Learn who Dorothy was, and her impact on the performing Arts in Los Angeles. Former home of the Oscars for 29 years.

    5 minAdmission not included
  19. 19

    Part of Crypto Arena and L.A. Live sports and entertainment

    Part of Crypto Arena and L.A. Live sports and entertainment complex. If you're in town visiting one of the United States largest convention centers definitely take a ride with Handlebar Bike Tours and get the lay of the land in DTLA.

    2 minAdmission not included
  20. 20

    Part of Grand Avenue Arts and Entertainment center, it is on

    Part of Grand Avenue Arts and Entertainment center, it is one of two free museums located across from one another, and within walking distance of Angel's Flight and Grand Central Market. You will hear about the founding, and how to access this wonderful public resource possible to visit after the tour.

    2 min

Meeting point

Look for our sidewalk signage at the Hill St. entrance to Grand Central Market.

Useful information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code is smart casual/flexible garments
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • Minimum age is 8 years old
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Adulto15-99 anni
    85

Review distribution

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Available options

  • Historic Core and More Tour

    Historic Core and More includes all the major sites of DTLA; Broadway Theaters, Spring Street, City Hall, Grand Park, Disney Hall, Union Station, Music Center and China Town. Bike and Helmet included! Duration: 3 hours: Allow 2-3 hours depending on group pace.

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