Steve Scott Springer: Dinner, Drinks, Cocktails, Dessert, before or after the concert at First & Hope! The food is killer, the menu is awesome, and it's right across the street. Plus they have free parking! Read more.
Jaibem Photography /Jaime Bejarano: The acoustics in here sound amazing... Beautiful Concert Hall
MM: Must go place for all architects.. Love the lobby and the concert hall
3. Grand Performances
8.7
350 S Grand Ave (btwn 3rd & 4th St), Los Angeles, CA
Music Venue · Financial District · 31 tips and reviews
DowntownLA.com: Downtown's biggest summer concert series brings world-class acts to Bunker Hill, with lunchtime and evening concerts - all for FREE! Bring a blanket, bottle of wine, and someone to snuggle with. Read more.
Super Monkey: Cool free concerts in thr centet all summer long!
DowntownLA.com: "They also have noontime concerts in Cal Plaza – the perfect lunch break activity." – Tatevik Simonian @ www.ThisIsMyDowntown.com/Tatevik-Simonian
4. Peacock Theater
8.7
777 Chick Hearn Ct, Los Angeles, CA
Theater · South Park · 160 tips and reviews
CanopiesAndTarps.com: Great place to see a concert. There are no bad seats.
Tselani Francis: I went for a justin bieber concert really fun, all seats are good
Nokia: This one may come as a shock, but Nokia Theatre is our favorite entertainment venue in California. Pop culture aficionado? You'll love the spectacular concerts and celebrity-packed award shows.
5. LA Live
8.8
800 W Olympic Blvd (at Figueroa St), Los Angeles, CA
Concert Hall · South Park · 86 tips and reviews
Rob G: The large, flexible plaza space includes state-of-the-art, "plug-and-play" technology to accommodate broadcast events, large celebrations, festivals, outdoor concerts and other live programming.
DowntownLA.com: There's no end to the awesome concerts and live music at L.A. LIVE - including the STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre, Club Nokia, the GRAMMY Museum, and pop-up events on the plaza. Come early for dinner! Read more.
Harrison Painter: Yes, it is downtown, but worth the trip to take in all the action. You will find great concerts, games, press conferences, and other cool events. The plaza is a multimedia frenzy!
6. The NOVO by Microsoft
7.3
800 W Olympic Blvd Ste A335 (at Figueroa St.), Los Angeles, CA
Rock Club · South Park · 69 tips and reviews
L T: Great Venue for a concert but try not to buy standing room tickets. Balcony seats are good too if you sit in the first half.
Vanity Fair Agenda: COLDPLAY, live. The show, scheduled for Wednesday, February 8 at 9:00 p.m., is a special iHeartRadio Benefit Concert.
Janet Sim: Didn't expect such a nice place for a concert! Not a huge place but it's beautiful. A lounge area, two bars, neat lights, nice ambience.
8. Grand Park
9.0
200 N Grand Ave (btwn Temple & 1st St), Los Angeles, CA
Park · Civic Center · 83 tips and reviews
Maurissa: Dip your bare feet in the water. It is lovely watching the fountain change colors as you walk around. Take in a free concert, lunchtime yoga session, farmer's market, or coffee at Starbucks! :-)
Robert Moran: If you're going to sit out on the grass for some of the free concerts or events bring a blanket a hat sunglasses and sunscreen. There's no shade on the grass.
Christopher Jones: Made in america festival the concerts are good and the location in downtown is great
9. The Mayan
7.9
1038 S Hill St, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Night Club · South Park · 33 tips and reviews
Melanie Q: They really need to incorporate the "over 21" wristband system for concerts here. Having to show ID every time you want to move around the 1st floor is really inconvenient.
Victoria: Beautiful place but came here for a concert and it was very disorganized.
Crystal Faunt: Bartenders really know how to mix a proper drink. Careful taking the first sip it's probably stronger than you think! Great place to see concerts, beautiful interior.
M: During the summer months, come here for Grand Performances, free outdoor concerts every weekend.
Anne B.: Check out the summer concert series :)
HC Jensen: Beautiful place for a weekday lunch outdoors by the water. Awesome views of the surrounding buildings, great place for photos! Bring a jacket, it gets a bit chilly at times. :)
13. Pershing Square
7.1
532 S Olive St (btwn 5th & 6th St), Los Angeles, CA
Plaza · Financial District · 60 tips and reviews
Valentine's Day Movie: During the Holiday season you can take your loved one ice-skating at this outdoor pavilion. Even when it’s warm there’s always a free concert or special event you can attend! #vday
DowntownLA.com: This summer, lounge on the lawn as you listen to live music in this traditional community gathering spot. Pershing Square's summer concert series is great for families and friends. Read more.
Ahmad: Check out the Summer Concert Series in August. Great bands, for free!