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Christmas Lights Tour of Los Angeles - Private Photo Tour with Photographer

2 Hours Round trip from Los Angeles Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private Christmas lights walking tour in Downtown Los Angeles
  • 02 See Pershing Square, Grand Park, Angels Flight, and LA City Hall
  • 03 Pass downtown landmarks like the Millennium Biltmore Hotel and Los Angeles Public Library
  • 04 Customizable itinerary tailored to your preferences
  • 05 Photo package with 30 professionally edited photos
  • 06 Festive evening atmosphere with holiday lights and city skyline views

Experience Downtown Los Angeles in its festive glow on this private Christmas lights walking tour with a photographer. Stroll through the city’s holiday displays and illuminated landmarks, from Pershing Square and Grand Park to Angels Flight and LA City Hall, while enjoying a personalized route tailored to your preferences.

Along the way, pass notable downtown sights including the Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles Public Library, and Bunker Hill area, with the option to extend to Union Station and Olvera Street on the 3-hour version. Your experience also includes a photo package, so you can take home professionally edited images as a lasting holiday keepsake.

Experience Downtown Los Angeles in its festive glow on this private Christmas lights walking tour with a photographer.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Los Angeles
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Stop At: Pershing Square

Timing is flexible and the itinerary can be customized based on your preferences.

5 PM Meet your private knowledgeable guide at Paris Baguette, the French-themed Korean bakery and discuss the tour itinerary over a cup of tea or freshly brewed espresso.

Saunter over to Pershing Square and immerse yourself in Los Angeles’ holiday cheer watching numerous ice skaters having fun under the stars or checking out some special events. If you fancy come here after the tour, grab your loved ones and enjoy ice-skating in the heart of Los Angeles, snap astonishing selfies and take in striking city skyline.

Stop At: Bunker Hill Steps

5.30 PM Next, pass by legendary Millennium Biltmore Hotel, birthplace of the Academy Awards, feast your eyes on majestic Los Angeles Public Library building and rest your tired feet at Maguire Gardens, charmingly landscaped green space. If you like, head over to impressive U.S. Bank Tower, zip up to the 70th floor OUE Skyspace, and enjoy fantastic 360-degree views over the city (optional, not included in tour). Then, take a ride nearly 1,000 ft. above Downtown to experience Los Angeles from an entirely new perspective (optional, own expense).

Stop At: Angels Flight Railway

6 PM Take a postcard worthy pictures with La La Land’s beautiful orange trams Sinai and Olivet at Angels Flight and tick off from your bucket-list such iconic landmarks like Bunker Hill, Walt Disney Concert Hall and Broad. Soak up festive vibes, marvel at grandiose lights and awe-inspiring art installations and experience the wonder of Grand Park gorgeously lit up like never before. 

Stop At: City Hall

7 PM See breathtaking LA City Hall and bid your guide a farewell at Starbucks. Or else opt for 3-hour option and make your way to breathtaking Union Station. Catch a glimpse of its marble floors, cathedral ceilings and 3000-pound chandeliers while your expert guide will entertain you with exciting tales about history of this glamorous structure.

Stop At: Olvera Street

8PM (only on 3-hour tours) Round out your fascinating journey at flamboyant Olvera Street. See Las Posadas, one of the oldest Christmas events in LA (December 16-24) and delve into a wonderful world of songs, performances and piñata.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All taxes
  • Customizable itinerary
  • Friendly local guide
  • Private walking tour
  • Most beautiful Christmas places
  • Multiple start times available
  • Must see and off the beaten path
  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
  • Iconic places for photoshoot
  • 30 professionally edited photos of you with Christmas Lights of LA
  • + all the original photos (100-200)

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees (if any, depending on your preferences)

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • The tour can be modified to meet your preferences
  • Private walking tour
  • Please indicate prefer start time in comments when booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Los Angeles, US
Tour start
Los Angeles, US
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Los Angeles.

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