Little Tokyo Travel Guide
Los Angeles
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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 acclaimed art galleries and great live music 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 art galleries 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 Little Tokyo
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown
Great stay
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
we received a room upgrade due to a mistake with the first room allocation. this was perfect, a beautiful room with lots of space
Reviewed on 16 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
Motel 6 Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles - LAX
Close to airport. However shuttle bus is not available after 10pm. Its a very long walk to taxi rank. Also another $30 bucks. Better off paying slightly more for a hotel that has shuttle bus service. I suggest booking another hotel if arriving at LAX after 10pm. I notice many other hotel shuttle ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Great nice clean
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
It was nice and close to the airport
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Little Tokyo
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.
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.
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.
