Union Station is the hub of LA’s transit system, serving thousands of people every day, But tucked around the corners of the building are hidden delights few take the time to enjoy.
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Charles Lummis’ Castle of Stone: El Alisal
Hidden above the Arroyo Seco Freeway is a stone castle, which was once the home of the fascinating character who founded the Southwest Museum.
The Man in the High Tower
Just above the tourist trap of Hollywood Boulevard is a beautiful neighborhood with the most scenic stairway walk in Los Angeles.
No Cops on Transit
This week, we’re interrupting our usual travel content to make an urgent call to action.
Artistry in an Office Building: the Streetlight Museum
Inside a nondescript office building in Downtown Los Angeles is a fascinating museum devoted to something we all tend to take for granted.
Griffith Park’s Life-giving Waters: Ferndell
In one corner of Griffith Park is a beautiful garden with water flowing all year long. It’s a short walk from a subway station and makes for the perfect hike to the Griffith Observatory.
Riding with Coronavirus
How do we safely use transit during a pandemic?
The Forgotten Museum: the Southwest Museum
The Southwest Museum might be my favorite building in L.A. It’s a captivating half-ruin that still functions as a museum, and is easy to reach on the Gold Line.
Transiting Los Angeles 