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From the University of Southern California to Chinatown, Downtown LA plays host to many cultural enclaves, historic districts, and cutting edge architecture.

The Staples Center is an ideal location for sports and music fans.  Roam to the Civic Center area for architectural gems like the Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels or for great music and stage shows at the beautiful Music Center venues.  For those out for shopping, don’t forget the Fashion and Jewelry Districts!


 
 Downtown LA Metro Adventure

Downtown MapTo get to the start of the tour:
Use the Metro Trip Planner

Important Note: Please make sure to always check times and schedules for transportation, destinations and events.

This tour includes the following stops:
Pico Chick/Hearn
Civic Center & Pershing Square
7th Street & 9th/Los Angeles

North Hollywood Station (Metro Red Line) Pico/Chick Hearn Station (Metro Blue Line)

From the Pico Metro station, walk one block west on Pico Boulevard to Figueroa Street. Turn right and walk north on Figueroa to 11th Street.

Depending on the time of year, the Staples CenterStaples Center (1111 S. Figueroa St.; 213/742-7340) offers everything from the World Champion L.A. Lakers, to the WNBA L.A. Sparks, L.A. Clippers, L.A. Kings to even watching the Avengers, an Arena Football game. But if you’re not in the mood for a basketball game, music industry greats have performed at the Staples Center, including Janet Jackson, Madonna and have even hosted the Grammys.

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