1. The Broad
9.3
221 S Grand Ave (at 2nd St), Los Angeles, CA
Art Museum · Bunker Hill · 168 tips and reviews
Darryl Munson: The collection showed contemporary artist amazing imagination!
Joseph Blant: Amazing place to visit and make unique photos. You can enjoy all the beauty of the modern art, which became absolutely different from everything that has ever existed before.
Jeffrey Kao: One of my favourite museums for modern art. Get overstimulated by the Murakami exhibits.
2. MOCA
8.5
250 S Grand Ave (at W 3rd St), Los Angeles, CA
Art Museum · Bunker Hill · 90 tips and reviews
Joris Debeij: Coolest contemporary art collection of Los Angeles. Small Museum, but always nice collections + cool museum store.
Pete Ippel: Cutting edge art in a nearly perfect white cube. A modernists and minimalist's dream
Edgar Varela: Grab lunch at Lemonade while your there, great spot to enjoy with amazing art.
3. The Last Bookstore
9.2
453 S Spring St (at 5th St), Los Angeles, CA
Bookstore · Downtown Los Angeles · 169 tips and reviews
Justin Ordoveza: You have to check your bags in the front. Well worth visiting for the art, book sculptures and of course the selection of books, CDs and vinyl.
Em Reid: A must see for book lovers traveling through LA. Don't miss the art & bargain books upstairs.
Justin: Super cool place to plop in a comfy chair with a book on an afternoon. The art gallery/shops upstairs is a must to check out.
The Standard: CA (See) Stroll around downtown on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Great art, fun crowd and many food trucks (and nearby bars). What more could you ask for?
DowntownLA.com: Art + food trucks = very cool. But all the live music makes it that much better, so enjoy live bands at the Art Walk Lounge. Read more.
Luis Hernandez: Awesome crowd! Arts and food Are Amazing and Yes Kool music!! art walk Music go to http://www.facebook.com/FantstkLouEntertainmentInc
Lorrie Ann: Take a tour of the Central Library of the Los Angeles Public Library to learn about the art and architecture of this wonderful building. Read more.
Darling: Since you're here take a FREE Art and Architecture tour with an LAPL Docent and follow us on twitter @Lapldocent
Joy: Take a free guided tour and explore the beautiful arts, architecture, and history. Parking is only $1 validation w/ library card on Saturdays from 10am-6pm.
8. Bread Lounge
9.0
700 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Bakery · Downtown Los Angeles · 56 tips and reviews
Tasting Table: Pick up a feta-cheese croissant, an elegant knot of dough speckled with poppy and sesame seeds. It truly earns the bakery its place among the neighboring artist studios and galleries: Read more.
Eater: The classic European-style pastries and baked goods are strictly prepared in house and with the utmost care. It's a nice place to relax and enjoy some carbs in the Arts District. Read more.
On the Grid: The stop has Stumptown coffee as well as artful sandwiches if you’re swinging by for lunch. Check out the bakers in the back; their industrial kitchen is constantly filling orders for their goods. Read more.
9. Cicada Club
8.1
617 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA
Night Club · Financial District · 18 tips and reviews
AskMen: The elegant art deco interior is actually so breathtaking you almost don’t care what’s on the menu, though Cicada does feature the finest in Italian fare & one of the classiest lounges in the city. Read more.
Davinci Virtual: An atmosphere of 1920s art deco allows for a classy dining experience while guests indulge in Italian cuisine. Dress to impress and dine in style.
Phoenix 💥💥💥: Art Deco club and restaurant
10. Mark Taper Forum
9.1
135 N Grand Ave (at Temple St), Los Angeles, CA
Theater · Civic Center · 22 tips and reviews
Brett M: A unique, inviting space of theater hides here amongst the comfortable cushions in the audience seats. Fine art at budget minded prices makes this a must see and a perfect night out. Prepare to enjoy!
Sonny: A Transparent Musical was better than the Amazon series with its focus on individuals self-discovery. 1st time in Mark Taper Forum. Small intimate space. Will go again. Highly recommend. $10 parking.
Mooseface Place: I want to see chris pine here
12. MoCA Store
7.3
250 S Grand Ave (3rd Street), Los Angeles, CA
Gift Store · Bunker Hill · 5 tips and reviews
DowntownLA.com Manager: Another spot for gift shopping, this one's for the artists & stationery lovers in your life! Books, prints, bags, clothes, mugs, journals & more - celebrating their love for contemporary art.
DowntownLA.com: Another spot for gift shopping, this one's for the artists & stationery lovers in your life! Books, prints, bags, clothes, mugs, journals & more - celebrating their love for contemporary art.
Jussi Häyhä: Art shop are always good and MoCA is one of the best if not THE best.
National Geographic Traveller (UK): Occupying what was once the United Artists building- the tallest in the city when it was built in the 1920s- the new Ace Hotel has breathed fresh life into one of Downtown's most historic addresses. Read more.
Fodor's Travel: Mixing Art Deco and Spanish-style influences like carved wood, colored tile, and metal spires, the hotel décor is minimal, modern California aesthetic, a mix of traditional and contemporary.
Jeremiah Newton: The view is to die for, come for the food and drinks, and stay for the sunset views!
15. FIGat7th
8.0
735 S Figueroa St (btwn 7th & 8th St.), Los Angeles, CA
Shopping Mall · Financial District · 36 tips and reviews
DowntownLA.com: With the Downtown Festival 2013, FIGat7th celebrates creativity through dance, visual art, theatre and film. From Target to Sport Chalet, FIGat7th has all the shopping you need.
DowntownLA.com: FIGat7th Downtown Festival 2013 celebrates creativity through music, dance, visual art, theatre and film.
Arts Brookfield: Share your artwork on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook with #ArtSetFree to join Arts Brookfield's global showcase of art. You might just see your piece on a screens in this very building! Read more.