Explore Walt Disney Concert Hall at the Music Center

Explore LA's New Architectural Icon featuring: Self-guided Audio Tours narrated by John Lithgow, Guided Tours, Urban Garden Tours and Private Group Tours. Tour Walt Disney Concert Hall (PDF)

History and Architecture

For arts and entertainment lovers in Southern California, the Plaza at the Music Center is Los Angeles's town square. Now sporting four world-class theatres, the Music Center sits at the crown of Bunker Hill, forming the western end of Los Angeles's Civic Center Mall, the Paseo de los Pobladores. The Music Center is at the heart of the cultural offerings along Grand Avenue. History & Architecture (PDF)

Architectural & Garden Highlights - Walt Disney Concert Hall

Welcome to Walt Disney Concert Hall, designed by Los Angeles-based architect Frank Gehry. The Hall is the newest addition to the Music Center and home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Master Chorale. Also in this complex is the Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theatre (REDCAT). Walt Disney Concert Hall has been over 16 years in the making. It all started in 1987 when Walt Disney's widow, Lillian Disney, made an initial gift to the Music Center of $50 million to create this Concert Hall as a tribute to her late husband and his love of music. Architectural & Garden Highlights (PDF)

Visit the Music Center

Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles along Grand Avenue, the Music Center is home to the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Ahmanson Theatre, Mark Taper Forum and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Whether you have a few hours, an entire day or the weekend, you'll have plenty to do within a short distance of the Music Center. Please note the updated audio tour information which is not accurately reflected in the pdf download. Tours are free and offered most days 10am-2pm Please visit musiccenter.org for tour schedules. Visit the Music Center (PDF)

The Symphonians Tour the Music Center

Since 1965, The Symphonians have conveyed the Music Center's rich history, artistry and programming to the community. These volunteer docents annually guide thousands of visitors through the Music Center Campus. Symphonians Tour (PDF)

Explore the Architecture of Grand Avenue

Explore the Architecture of Grand Avenue with a self-guided walking tour of the Cathedral of our Lady of the Angels, the Music Center, and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA). There is no question that Grand Avenue has become a must-see cultural destination, and a street where the city's history meets the future. Please note the updated audio tour information which is not accurately reflected in the pdf download. Tours are free and offered most days 10am-2pm Please visit musiccenter.org for tour schedules. Explore Grand Ave. Architecture (PDF)

Downtown Los Angeles is Grand!

Guide to Art, Entertainment, Hotels and Restaurants Take the Grand Avenue experience. Enjoy rich cultural diversity and stunning architecture in the center of Los Angeles. You'll be inspired by the discovery. You'll be surrounded in WOW! Grand Ave. Guide (PDF)