Ninth Street School
Public · Grades K–5
Los Angeles,
CA
Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles,
CA
Neighborhoods
Downtown Los Angeles
Little Tokyo lunches, Fashion District finds, and concerts after dark
About the Neighborhood
Living in Downtown Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles, typically shortened to DTLA, is a high-energy, urban neighborhood situated in the central core of the city. The area is comprised of several smaller neighborhoods, including the Arts District, Little Tokyo, and the Fashion District, so there is no shortage of museums, shops, restaurants, and landmarks to explore. DTLA is known for its concentration of event venues, including The Orpheum, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, The United Theater on Broadway, The Regent Theater, and the LA Live complex, home to Crypto.com Arena, the Peacock Theater, and the Novo. The area’s food scene encompasses everything from farm-to-table restaurants, popular local chain restaurants, and classic California fare. Gloria Molina Grand Park serves as a central outdoor gathering spot, featuring its iconic multi-tiered Arthur J. Will Memorial Fountain and open lawn spaces. Overall, DTLA offers residents a dynamic combination of historic architecture, arts, culinary variety, and urban convenience.
Broadway Theater District
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Grand Park Fountains
Real Estate
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
93
Walk Score
71
Bike Score
98
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Animo Leadership High School
Charter · Grades 9–12
Animo Venice Charter High School
Charter · Grades 9–12
San Pedro Street Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Santee Education Complex
Public · Grades 9–12
Getting Around
Public Transit
Metro B Line (Red)
Rail
Metro D Line (Purple)
Rail
Metro A Line (Blue)
Rail
Metro E Line (Expo)
Rail
CE437A
Bus
CE437B
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 60)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Downtown Los Angeles located in Los Angeles?
Downtown Los Angeles is situated in the central part of the city, bordered by Echo Park to the northwest and the Los Angeles River to the east.
Is Downtown Los Angeles a good neighborhood to live in Los Angeles?
Downtown Los Angeles is a busy urban neighborhood that provides a quintessential city-center lifestyle with immediate access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. The neighborhood’s housing options range from historic loft conversions to modern high-rise residential towers. DTLA is home to numerous concert venues, event centers, and museums like The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, and the Grammy Museum. The area has plenty of transit options, with multiple Metro Rail lines and bus routes intersecting at Union Station and 7th Street/Metro Center. However, heavy street traffic is common, and it makes parking challenging.
What is Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles known for?
Downtown Los Angeles is recognized for its historic theater district, home to numerous venues, early 20th-century architecture mixed with modern skyscrapers, and iconic civic landmarks like the Bradbury Building and the Angels Flight Railway. Residents can see DTLA’s heritage along corridors like Broadway, which features restored historic venues, local shops, and popular dining spots.
What neighborhoods are part of Downtown Los Angeles?
Downtown Los Angeles includes sub-neighborhoods like the Arts District, the Fashion District, Little Tokyo, and South Park.
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