Little Tokyo Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Los Angeles City Hall
Completed in the early 20th century, this building houses the mayor’s office and meeting chambers of the Los Angeles City Council.
Ahmanson Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Ahmanson Theatre during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
One of the largest performing arts centers in the U.S. welcomes the Los Angeles Opera along, dance recitals and comedy acts to its auditorium.
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
Relics of a 3rd-century Roman martyr, an impressive organ and glorious stained-glass windows are among the features of this modern masterpiece.
Japanese Village Plaza
Try Japanese street snacks and purchase Hello Kitty souvenirs for your family in this spot known as the Gateway to Little Tokyo.
Japanese American National Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Japanese American National Museum during your travels in Los Angeles. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
San Pedro: West Harbor LA Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise
Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Celebrity Homes Open Air Van Tour
Top hotels in Little Tokyo
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown
Great place to stay. Very convenient location. Safe parking and easy to navigate around the hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Not place to get a drink or have a sit down meal until 4 pm. Pool area was a disaster with towels left everywhere and the used town bin overflowing. Had to clean up other peoples used towels to make a seat for us. And it wasn’t even busy. Heat pool is also not heated. Room and staff were great. Nice ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Burbank
Friendly Staff Nice Cafe Room Service Ample parking Clean establishment and Rooms.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
You could hear a lot of the jet takeoffs and motorcycles roaring by on the street quite loud. Our side was facing LAX airport so may have been normal but would have been better on back of hotel for getting a room to get sleep. Breakfast burrito and sandwich very greasy if you order from front counter. ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
5 stars for Clean rooms, shops nearby. front desk staff could’ve been little friendly
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Freehand Los Angeles
Room phone didn’t work, upgraded my room to a corner suite. Only to be placed in a different room. Kitchen closes too soon
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Little Tokyo
Downtown Los Angeles
Crypto.com Arena and Palace Theater 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.
Echo Park
If you're spending some time in Echo Park, Dodger Stadium and Echo Park Lake are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
