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Linden Ave
"Great little shops"
Linden has an awesome shopping area in the East Village Arts District. Every second saturday they have an art walk, and every saturday there is a farmer's market. There are specialty shops in the area as well, plus some super cool bars. it's a fun place to hang out, day or night. It's really safe and well lit too.
Lindley Pl
"NOT clearly marked!"
The only reason I remember this teensy street is because it's a one way that I happened to drive the wrong way down. My friend told me to make a left, and so I did! There was no traffic going down this street luckily, and since it was late (we were trying to find the freeway after a concert) there were no cops. We did scream like little girls for the whole length of the street though. Be careful.
Washington Blvd
"Kind of scary."
The Metro Blue line runs along this street, right by LA trade tech. Once there was a problem, and we all had to get off the train- I have never been so scared in my life. The type of person who hangs out along this street is intimidating. Also, the traffic is insane- the train has almost gotten hit so many times. I've never been on this street after 4pm, and neither would I want to.
South Hope St
"A beautiful view of the downtown skyscrapers"
South Hope street is a great street to drive down, as it goes by many of Downtown Los Angeles's more unique buildings, and it's rather short. It begins with the Walt Disney Concert Hall, which had to be refinished because it originally was so shiny it reflected the sun into the condos a few streets opposite. After a few blocks, it ends with the famously circular US Bank tower. This building has been featured in many of the movies and television shows that show a downtown shot. This building also has colored lights along the top that change with the seasons. It's a great photo opportunity!
East 12th St
"Great Shopping in the Fashion District."
The BEST thing about 12th street is on a stretch between Maple and Santee st. It's called Santee Alley, and it reminds me of the song "Portabello Road" in Bedknobs and Broomsticks- the street where anything and everything is sold. Here you'll find cheap designer knock offs, sample sales, specialty stores, beauty stores with high end cosmetics, perfumeries, and even a few hot dog stands. There is also a dog store that specializes in accessories for extra small pooches, which is a great thing! I go here every year when I see something I like at the mall. Nine times out of ten, a store will have it here, for much cheaper! Just make sure you hold on to your wallet, as there can be pickpockets.
West 1st St
"Towering buildings and rushing traffic"
1st Street in Downtown Los Angeles is a quickly moving street! It intersects with the Harbor 110 at one end, and the cars fly by, especially during rush hour. The Walt Disney Concert Hall is on this street, as well as City Hall's beautiful fountain and landscaped area. The Metro Red line's Civic Center Station is on this street as well. It's a great street to catch the freeway from, as it intersects with the 110, the 101, the 5 and the 10, and all of those are within a 5 mile stretch!
South Hill St
"Beautiful architecture and history."
South Hill street runs through downtown los angeles. It is easily accessible from the pershing square stop on the Metro Red Line. My favorite thing about South Hill Street is the Millenium Biltmore hotel, which is right across the street from Pershing Square. This hotel is where the Beatles stayed when they came to California! Wow! There are also historical markers on posts up and down the street which give you more information about the history of many of the buildings. The street is quite busy during the weekdays before 7pm, but otherwise is occupied by mostly homeless or travelers.
South Olive St
"Typical downtown street"
West Olive is a downtown thoroughfare that has many parking lots and skyscrapers. In downtown Los Angeles, it also forms one border for Pershing Square. It's great for food- because of all of the office buildings, there are many small cafes and eateries. My personal favorite is Emerson's in City National Bank. They have amazing salads, sandwiches, and even have a large outdoor seating area.
South Figueroa St
"great place to shop"
-I am specifically reviewing Figueroa street in Downtown Los Angeles-
Figueroa St is a street that takes you past many of the beautiful old buildings in Downtown. At night it can be pretty shady, with homeless people and the like, but all of downtown can be like that. During the day there are so many cool places to shop. You have your individual shops, liquor stores, etc- and then there are the higher end stores. My favorite place to shop there is at Macy's Plaza- they even have a piano player in the main area, and you can request songs for $1. There's a metro light rail station on 7th near figueroa, and there are many buses that run up and down it too.
Figueroa St is a street that takes you past many of the beautiful old buildings in Downtown. At night it can be pretty shady, with homeless people and the like, but all of downtown can be like that. During the day there are so many cool places to shop. You have your individual shops, liquor stores, etc- and then there are the higher end stores. My favorite place to shop there is at Macy's Plaza- they even have a piano player in the main area, and you can request songs for $1. There's a metro light rail station on 7th near figueroa, and there are many buses that run up and down it too.
