LA's Art Deco & Beaux Art Architecture: Private Walking Tour in Los Angeles, CA

The skyscrapers of downtown Los Angeles tell a dazzling story, one written in geometric patterns, brilliant colors, and luxurious materials that defined the Art Deco era and its elegant predecessor, Beaux Arts. On the LA’s Art Deco and Beaux Arts Architecture Private Walking Tour, you’ll explore this architectural legacy in depth, guided through historic buildings and streets that many visitors overlook.

The tour begins at the iconic Los Angeles City Hall, a cinematic favorite known for its blend of styles. From there, you’ll visit the LA Courthouse, a classic example of Art Moderne design, before admiring the legendary Bradbury Building, one of LA’s oldest Beaux Arts treasures. Your guide will lead you through downtown’s vibrant core, past standout landmarks like the Title Guarantee Building, CalEdison Building, and the Los Angeles Central Library, where Art Deco design and history converge.

In Pershing Square, you’ll learn how the nearby Biltmore Hotel exemplifies Beaux Arts opulence, then continue on to marvel at structures like the Oviatt Building, transformed after its owner visited the Paris Exposition of 1925. You’ll stroll through the Jewelry District, view the Fox Jewelry Plaza, and pass the PacMutual Building, originally built in 1908 and later reimagined with Deco flair.

Finish your walk beneath the gleaming green façade of the Eastern Columbia Building, crowned by a striking clock tower and famed for its terra cotta tiles. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of preservation, urban revival, and how downtown LA evolved from forgotten business blocks into a cultural and architectural destination.

This private walking tour isn’t just about buildings. It is a behind the scenes look at LA’s hidden beauty, guided by an expert who knows where history meets design. Come ready to take in ornate columns, restored lobbies, and one of a kind Deco gems, and don’t forget to ask your guide for top local food recommendations at the end of your walk through Santee Alley’s lively market scene.