LA Chinatown & Olvera Street Food Tour with To Live and Dine in LA
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Discover the rich history and vibrant flavors of Los Angeles on the LA Chinatown & Olvera St. Food Tour with To Live and Dine in LA. This 3-hour adventure takes you through the city’s oldest neighborhoods, where you’ll enjoy delicious bites from a variety of cuisines at five local, family-owned stops.
Learn about LA’s founding, explore stunning public art and architecture—including Union Station and WPA murals—and get insights from a local guide. Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for a fun outing, this tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and tasty treats.
Note: This tour is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Drinks and gratuities are not included, but are recommended. It’s an excellent activity for celebrations, team-building, or just a day out exploring LA’s historic core.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the LA Chinatown & Olvera St. Food Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
What’s included in the tour?
You’ll get insights into LA’s public art and architecture, the history of Chinatown and Olvera Street, and visits to five food stops featuring a variety of cuisines. Please note, drinks and gratuities are not included.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, children aged 0-17 can join. The tour is accessible for wheelchair users and infants in strollers.
Are dietary restrictions accommodated?
This tour is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. If you have plant-based or gluten-free diets, consider the LA Taco Tour instead.
How do I meet the guide?
You meet at the starting point outside the church. Your guide will be waiting for you there.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. You can get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before are non-refundable.
Free cancellation
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Interpretation of stunning, impactful public art and architecture
- History of LA's oldest neighborhood and the city's founding
- Local insight into historic Chinatown and Olvera Street
- Five food stops featuring a variety of cuisines (not suitable for vegetarians/vegans)
- Film and literary history of downtown LA
Not included
- Drinks
- Tour guide gratuity (15-20% recommended)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Learn about Chinatown's origins in the 1850s and its development in the 1930s. Taste some of its best handmade dumplings and baked goods.
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Stop 2
Explore the birthplace of Los Angeles, its history of free speech and political activism, and admire its beautiful Victorian architecture.
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Stop 3
Visit one of LA's oldest streets, lined with family-run stalls operating since the 1930s.
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Stop 4
See a famous 1932 mural and learn about the Mexican artist behind it—one of LA’s most scandalous artworks.
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Stop 5
Visit a stunning train station from 1939, often called 'the last of the great train stations,' perfect for architecture lovers.
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Stop 6
Discover a historic postal building with eleven WPA-era murals, built in Spanish Colonial Revival and Mission Revival styles.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Your guide will be waiting outside the church to welcome you.
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Free cancellation
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of departure
- Tour may be canceled if there are not enough travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
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- Free cancellation
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