Historic Core Travel Guide
Los Angeles
Visit Historic Core
Popular places to visit
Orpheum Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Grand Central Market
You can do some window-shopping at Grand Central Market during your stay in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Broadway Theater District
Find out about the history of Los Angeles when you take a trip to Broadway Theater District. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Eastern Columbia Building
Find out about the history of Los Angeles with a stop at Eastern Columbia Building. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Palace Theater
You can enjoy a show at Palace Theater during your stay in Los Angeles. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
The Last Bookstore
You can do some window-shopping at The Last Bookstore during your visit to Los Angeles. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
City Sightseeing Los Angeles & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour
Bundle & Save Combo: Warner Bros. Studio with the Celebrity Home Tour
Top hotels in Historic Core
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown
Loved that there was security and staff at the front lobby all day, felt very safe and secure. The room was great and the amenities were everything we needed. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. Would absolutely stay here again, but if you’re a solo female traveller, the surrounding areas ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Audemar
This was a very comfortable place to stay while attending a nearby convention. The suite had plenty of space for both me and my coworker, which we really appreciated after long days on our feet. The staff went above and beyond, especially Carlos who took the time to share helpful suggestions about ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
STILE Downtown Los Angeles by Kasa
Clean room, great toiletries. Easy check in. Good price. Water in shower didn’t get really hot.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Clean, nice staff, shuttle service... Great! Nice place to just get a sandwich at the little deli, price reasonable.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
E-Central Downtown Los Angeles Hotel
Great location directly across the street from the Crypto.com Arena. The room was very spacious, clean, and modern. Be prepared to pay about $60 for parking, but overall I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Great location for an early flight. Nice staff, clean room, free shuttle to LAX. Restaurant was okay but dinner service slow (looked like they were understaffed and it was crowded).
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Core
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Los Angeles Flower District are top sights in Downtown Los Angeles, and you should be sure to explore the great live music. Hop aboard the metro at Pershing Square Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station to see more sights in the area.
South Park
While you're in South Park, take in top sights like Crypto.com Arena and jump on the metro at Pico Station to see more of the city.
Silver Lake
Lake views, live music and theatres are just a few things travellers enjoy about Silver Lake. Check out Melrose Avenue or Virgil Avenue while you're exploring the area.
Koreatown
Travellers choose Koreatown for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Wilshire - Western Station or Wilshire - Normandie Station and check out top sights like Wiltern Theatre.
Mid City
While you're in Mid City, take in top sights like Koreatown Plaza and jump on the metro at Wilshire - Vermont Station to see more of the city.
Los Feliz
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and architecture in Los Feliz. You might want to make time for a stop at Pohono Bridge or John Marshall High School.
