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3 Days of Vintage LA

May 5, 2025
Grand Waiting Room at Union Station
Grand Waiting Room at Union Station
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Overview

Los Angeles is a city of the future, but if you dig deeper you'll discover history around every corner. From vintage clothing to classic bars and retro diners, take a trip back in time with our guide.

Wake Up in the Valley
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Courtyard Los Angeles Sherman Oaks
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The Garland
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Hilton Woodland Hills
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Day 1

You're the star of this tour of Tinseltown. Discover real-life movie locations, hunt for vintage clothes, and enjoy comfort food in classic dining spots.

Hooray for Hollywood
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Mel's Drive-In

Comfort food at a Googie landmark on the Sunset Strip.

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Iguana Vintage Clothing
Iguana Vintage Clothing

Don't miss the bargains in the basement.

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Melrose Trading Post
The Melrose Trading Post

A treasure trove of vintage fashion, antiques and art.

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Everything Old is Cool Again
Southern Decadence at Brite Spot in Echo Park
Millie's Cafe

Classic comfort food in the heart of Silver Lake.

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Bar Keeper

Slip into Don Draper's Old Fashioned with vintage barware.

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Albert de Alba, Sr., 1963 Chevrolet Impala, "El Rey," (2011) at the Petersen Automotive Museum
Petersen Automotive Museum

Get your motor running with classics and cars of the stars.

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Original Farmers Market

Shop 100+ vendors at this LA icon, opened in 1934.

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Tail O' the Pup

The beloved hot dog stand is now open on Historic Route 66.

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Canter's Deli and the Kibitz Room

Classic comfort food and nightlife on Fairfax 24/7.

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Sushi on the Mountain
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Musso & Frank Grill

The Martinis have been sipped by stars here since 1919.

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Yamashiro

Cal-Asian cuisine with a view at the 1914 "Mountain Palace."

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Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel Tower and Tropicana Pool
Tropicana Pool at The Hollywood Roosevelt

Poolside nightcap at the home of the first Oscars in 1929.

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Day 2

There's history around every corner of Downtown LA. Add classic eateries, historic districts and modern stores to the mix, and you get one of LA's most exciting destinations.

Step Into the Time Machine
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Grand Central Market

Serving hungry Angelenos and visitors alike since 1917.

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The Last Bookstore Book Tunnel
The Last Bookstore

Half a million used and rare books will keep you busy!

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Union Station entrance
Union Station

"The last of the great train stations" opened in 1939.

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Olvera Street
Olvera Street

Visit LA's birthplace and more in this colorful marketplace.

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Chinatown Central Plaza
Chinatown Central Plaza

Old and new blend together in this bustling neighborhood.

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Fugetsu-Do

Little Tokyo shop making mochi by hand since 1903.

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Cocktails Under the Stars
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Cara Cara - Proper Downtown LA

Sunset cocktails atop the 1920s Proper DTLA building.

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Engine Co. No. 28

Enjoy New American fare in a historic 1912 LAFD station.

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Broken Shaker at the Freehand

Poolside drinks on the roof of a 1924 landmark.

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Day 3

The Valley is home to some of LA's most historic and famous locations. A legendary movie studio, world-famous flea market, vintage shops, and old school restaurants - you'll find it all in the Valley.

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Rose Bowl Flea Market

Get there early for the best finds from 2,500 vendors.

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Patys Restaurant

A favorite hangout for showbiz types since 1960.

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Valley Relics Museum

The huge collection includes neon signs and vintage menus.

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Here's Looking at You
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Cupid's Hot Dogs Winnetka

Chili dogs and carhop service FTW!

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Mural by Mister Cartoon at Casa Vega in Sherman Oaks
Casa Vega

You can't miss Mister Cartoon's stunning mural.

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

This tour is a must for fans of classic movies and TV shows.

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Playclothes Vintage Burbank
Playclothes

Explore a "vintage living store" on Burbank's Antique Row.

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A Night in NoHo
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Idle Hour Bar

Yes, that's a giant bulldog watching over the patio.

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Smoke House Restaurant

A popular power lunch and filming location for decades.

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El Portal Theatre

NoHo's premier performing arts destination since 1926.

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Tonga Hut

End your night with tropical drinks at LA's oldest tiki bar.

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